Instigator Jacksta

Use this command to install Instigator:

winget install --id=Jacksta.Instigator -e

Open-source Fortnite launcher, built in Rust.

Instigator is an open-source command-line tool designed to launch Fortnite without relying on a graphical user interface, built using Rust for enhanced performance and security. This tool is ideal for advanced users comfortable with command-line interfaces and developers seeking efficient automation solutions.

Key Features:

Lightweight CLI Tool: Operates efficiently through the command line, minimizing resource usage.
Cross-Platform Compatibility: Primarily supports Windows but offers flexibility across different platforms.
No False Positives: Designed to avoid detection by antivirus software like Windows Defender.
Automation Ready: Easily integrates into scripts and automated workflows for server setups or batch processing.
Single Binary: Simplifies distribution and installation with a standalone executable.

Audience & Benefits: Ideal for advanced users, developers, and those managing game servers, Instigator offers a reliable solution without anti-cheat interference. Its flexibility allows customization by adding libraries, making it suitable for diverse applications such as console redirection or server management.

Compatibility Note: Please be aware that Instigator is compatible up to Chapter 2, Season 6 of Fortnite. Ensure your game version aligns with this support limit for optimal functionality.

For installation, Instigator can be easily installed using winget, making it accessible and straightforward for users seeking a robust command-line solution.

Instigator

Instigator is a basic, "bring your own libraries" command-line Fortnite launcher.

If you do not know how to use Command Prompt or PowerShell, please use a different launcher. You will not get support for issues based around the command-line.

Instigator does not work on versions later than Chapter 2, Season 6.

Versions tested: 4.1, 5.30, 6.21, 7.30, 7.40, 8.30, 8.51, 10.40, 12.41.

Features

No Windows Defender false positive
GUI-less Usable in automation, batch scripts and headless/server enviroments.
Fully customizable, use your own libraries and backend.
Simple Instigator only launches the game with no AC, and optionally automatic library injection.
Single binary Instigator compiles to a single binary making it easy to quickly use

Installation

WinGet (installer)

winget install Jacksta.Instigator

Single binary

You can get started by downloading the latest release here. You will need to add Instigator to PATH if you want to use it globally. You may also need the Visual C++ Redistributable package (error: VCRUNTIME140.dll was not found) which can downloaded from Microsoft here.

Alternatively, using the installer below will also install the Visual C++ Redistributables.

Installer

You can download the latest installer here.

Getting started

To quickly open the Instigator folder use:

instigator folder

Add libraries for console, redirect and server (e.g. console.dll, server.dll, redirect.dll)
Add a client to Instigator

instigator add