Crossfire Launcher - Alpha Version 0.9.4

License Agreement
MIT

This is a first test version for the new launcher

First Alpha Test Version

  1. Extract the archive.

  2. Copy GameLauncher.exe into your Freelancer\Exe folder.

    • Do not rename it to freelancer.exe.

SmartScreen Warning

When starting the launcher for the first time, Windows Defender SmartScreen may show a warning. This happens because the application is not code-signed yet.

Click More info → Run anyway to start the launcher.

We plan to submit the application to Microsoft later so this warning should disappear in future versions.

First Startup

On the first launch the launcher will automatically:

  • Download the required WebView runtime (in the background)

  • Store it in the Freelancer\CFLauncher folder

  • Generate hash files needed for file synchronization

This process only happens once. or after new files will be provided.

Estimated time:

  • SSD: usually under a minute

  • HDD: may take several minutes depending on the system

After Setup

Once everything is finished, you can launch:

  • Singleplayer

  • Multiplayer

The launcher UI should be fairly intuitive.

  • Version 0.9.4

    • 68.75 MB
    • 39 Downloads

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    🚀 Release 0.9.4

    Highlights

    • Account signature now updates automatically when you rename an account
    • New import support for FLIDs ini files (ADF files remain also possible)
    • Better handling of duplicate accounts during import
    • Added InstallKey support for Freelancer accounts

    Improvements

    • New sci-fi styled scrollbars
    • Smoother list performance and scrolling
    • Auto-scroll to selected entries in the log window
    • Improved log behavior and overall performance
    • General UI polish and responsiveness improvements

    Account Tools

    • You can now edit the MP account name directly
    • Added buttons to regenerate and verify account signatures
    • Improved layout and style of signature buttons for better usability

  • Version 0.9.3

    • 68.74 MB
    • 25 Downloads

    ✨ Improvements & New Features

    • 🛠️ More reliable update system
      Files are now copied, replaced, and updated more safely—even if something goes wrong in the background.
    • ⚡ Faster updates & downloads
      The update process is now more efficient and makes better use of your system.
    • 🔒 Safer file handling
      Improvements ensure files are processed cleanly, reducing the chance of errors or corruption.
    • 🧠 Smarter error handling
      Network hiccups and failed downloads are now handled more gracefully with automatic retries.
    • 🚀 Overall performance improvements
      File and network operations are now noticeably faster and more stable.

    🎮 Gameplay & Quality of Life

    • ✏️ Editable account name
      You can now change your multiplayer account name directly.
    • 🔄 New options: Regenerate & verify signature
      Added tools for better control over your account setup.
    • ⚠️ Confirmation when switching accounts in-game
      You’ll now get a prompt instead of being blocked if the game is running.
    • 🎯 Improved singleplayer settings
      Options are now clearly separated (e.g., OpenSP vs. standard mode).

    🧹 Other Changes

    • 📋 Improved error messages
      Missing game files are now reported more clearly.
    • 🧼 General cleanup under the hood
      Internal systems have been streamlined for a smoother overall experience.

  • Version 0.9.2

    • 68.72 MB
    • 92 Downloads

    - Import of freelancer accounts from ADF files, including duplicate detection and user feedback, has been implemented (IAdfAccountImporter, AdfAccountImporter, AdfImportResult)

    - New data structure AccountsData: Accounts and InstallKey are stored and serialized together

    - UI overhaul: Import split button with context menu, move-up/down buttons, improved ListView and Detail styles, and display of the InstallKey

    - AccountsViewModel extended: ADF import, sorting, more robust delete and save logic, and improved handling of unsaved changes

    - Registry constants added and documented

    - Various refactorings, bug fixes, and more detailed comments

    - increased version to 0.9.2

    Account management is now significantly more flexible, user-friendly, and future-proof.

  • Version 0.9.1

    • 68.71 MB
    • 46 Downloads

    - Fixed the settings dialog

    - added preview for colors and mouse cursors

    - some minor layout adjustments to ft the preview icons

  • Version 0.9.0

    • 67.25 MB
    • 110 Downloads

  • Works perfectly fine, and I love how much faster it downloads and applies patches before starting Crossfire!
    Haven't encountered any problems yet, but will be sure to come back here if I find something, so far it is a pleasant upgrade (shame that I only found this thread after finishing the campaign once again but struggling in multiplayer because of some abhorrent lag that I haven't figured out yet)