Overview

Currently, if LaunchBox is running, attempting to open the Big Box app (BigBox.exe) fails because LaunchBox must be manually closed first. While you can switch to Big Box via the LaunchBox menu, this is inconvenient for users who:

• Have LaunchBox set to launch at startup as their primary frontend and want to open Big Box via something like Steam without opening LaunchBox first

• Frequently switch to Big Box for a full-screen, controller-friendly experience.

• Are streaming Big Box via Sunshine/Moonlight or Steam (as a non-Steam game) and need a seamless transition.

Proposed Solution

Modify BigBox.exe to detect if LaunchBox is already running and prompt the user with the following options:

1️⃣ Automatically close LaunchBox and open Big Box.

2️⃣ Cancel the request (if the user doesn’t want to switch).

This would ensure that Big Box can launch smoothly without manual intervention, making the transition more user-friendly.

Additional Considerations

• Ensure no data loss when closing LaunchBox, such as unsaved metadata edits.

• Option in settings to enable/disable automatic closing of LaunchBox when launching the Big Box app.