Error 2502 while installing the Epic Games Launcher

If you're receiving error 2502 when you try to install the Epic Games Launcher, please try these troubleshooting steps:

  1. Locate the Epic Games Launcher install file in your Downloads folder called EpicInstaller-X.0.0.
    Note: If you can't locate it, you can download it again from https://store.epicgames.com/en-US/download
  2. Right-click the installer file.
  3. Select Create shortcut.
    Note: If you're on Windows 11, you'll need to select Show more options for the shortcut command to appear.
  4. A shortcut will be created in the exact location of the installer. You can move this shortcut to your desktop.
  5. Right-click the shortcut on your desktop.
  6. Select Properties.
  7. In the Properties window, find the Target field. This field contains the file path.
  8. Select and copy the entire file path in the Target field.
  9. Open the Start menu.
  10. Search for Command Prompt.
  11. Right-click on Command Prompt in the search results.
  12. Select Run as administrator. Confirm any prompts asking for permission to make changes.
  13. Paste the copied file path from Step 8 into the Command Prompt window.
  14. Press Enter.

The Launcher should start installing.

If the issue persists, refer to I can't install the Epic Games Launcher and Fix problems that block programs from being installed or removed.

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