# Fortnite Linux Support Confirmed

> Epic confirms Fortnite for Linux but Steam Deck support remains uncertain.
- Title: Fortnite Linux Support Confirmed · Dexerto | Shortify
- Summary: 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…
- Keywords: epic games, fortnite, linux, steam deck, easy anti cheat, eac v2, gaming, sports, Support, Confirmed, Dexerto
- Source: Dexerto — https://dexerto.com/fortnite/epic-confirms-fortnite-is-coming-to-linux-but-steam-deck-support-isnt-guaranteed-3418986
- Author: Dylan Horetski
- Published: 2026-10-14T20:08:08+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: epic games, fortnite, linux, steam deck, easy anti cheat, eac v2, gaming, sports
## 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.
## Key takeaway

Epic Games will launch Fortnite on Linux using a new anti-cheat system but Steam Deck compatibility is not guaranteed.