Epic Games Launcher Hits SteamOS and Steam Deck

Epic Games has announced official support for its Launcher on SteamOS and Valve's Steam Deck devices. This confirmation arrives after initial investigations into bringing Fortnite to the Linux-based SteamOS were reported previously. Communications Director Jake Jones confirmed the expanded distro support.

Despite the Epic Games Launcher's compatibility, the availability of Fortnite on the Steam Deck is not yet guaranteed. The primary obstacle remains the support for Easy Anti-Cheat v2 on Linux. Epic Games previously stated that the Steam Deck did not initially support the necessary features for their EAC v2 solution. Active discussions with Valve are reportedly underway, with hopes for future support.

This development marks a significant step for gamers using SteamOS and Steam Decks who wish to access titles through the Epic Games Launcher. However, the crucial component of anti-cheat software compatibility must be addressed before Fortnite can be fully integrated and playable on these platforms.