From Dexerto · Dylan Horetski · · 50s
Fortnite Linux Support Confirmed
Epic confirms Fortnite for Linux but Steam Deck support remains uncertain.
In brief
Epic confirms Fortnite for Linux but Steam Deck support remains uncertain. Epic Games will launch Fortnite on Linux using a new anti-cheat system but Steam Deck compatibility is not guaranteed. Originally reported by Dexerto.
Epic confirms Fortnite for Linux
Epic Games has confirmed Fortnite will launch on Linux as part of a major overhaul of its Easy Anti-Cheat system.
Steam Deck support uncertain
Epic warns Steam Deck owners may not get Fortnite until features for the new anti-cheat system are added.
New anti-cheat system details
Epic's Easy Anti-Cheat Linux v2 uses Secure Boot, TPM 2.0, and signed kernels to prevent cheating.
Linux compatibility requirements
Some Linux distributions need extra configuration before players can launch supported games.
No Steam Deck release date
Epic has not set a release date for Fortnite on Linux or Steam Deck compatibility.
Here's the gist
Epic Games will launch Fortnite on Linux using a new anti-cheat system but Steam Deck compatibility is not guaranteed.
