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Epic Games brings Fortnite to Linux, citing progress on anti-cheat

New Epic Games Launcher preview launches on Linux today; Fortnite availability expected to follow

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Epic Games is working on bringing Fortnite to Linux through its Epic Games Launcher, which is releasing in preview today. While Fortnite is not yet available on the platform, the company has indicated it plans to address long-standing cheating concerns that previously kept the game off Linux.

Epic Games has released a preview of its Epic Games Launcher for Linux for the first time, marking a step toward making Fortnite available on the platform. The company stated it wants to make that a reality, though Fortnite itself is not yet playable on Linux.

A major obstacle had been concerns about cheating. In February 2022, Epic Games CEO Tim Sweeney said the company lacked confidence in combating cheating at scale under a wide array of kernel configurations. While Epic's Easy Anti-Cheat (EAC) service does support Linux, Fortnite itself did not. The new announcement suggests progress on anti-cheat measures.

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Analysis

Why This Meaning

  • Broadens Fortnite's reach to Linux users. Represents a shift in Epic's anti-cheat strategy. Could boost Linux gaming adoption.

Background

Fortnite has been confined to Windows and consoles for years. Linux gaming has grown with platforms like Steam Deck and Proton, but anti-cheat compatibility remains a bottleneck. Epic's Easy Anti-Cheat works on Linux for other games, but Fortnite was excluded due to kernel-level security concerns.

Key Perspectives

Epic Games: Expanding platform reach while managing cheating risks. Linux gamers: Gaining access to one of the world's most popular games. Critics: Cheating concerns may not be fully resolved; actual release timeline remains unknown.

What to Watch

  • Actual launch date for Fortnite on Linux. Reports of cheating incidents after release. Other major games following suit.

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