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Fortnite on Linux will require TPM 2.0 and Secure Boot
Epic is rebuilding Easy Anti-Cheat for Linux, with Fortnite as the first game to test the new system. The plan is to offer EAC Linux v2 to other multiplayer developers after that, but Epic has not announced a release timeline.
The replacement uses measured boot, kernel lockdown, IOMMU, eBPF, and a dedicated anti-cheat system service instead of a Windows-style kernel-level system. Fortnite on Linux will require TPM 2.0 and Secure Boot enabled in the system BIOS, along with a trusted signed kernel and signed drivers.
Epic is discussing EAC v2 support with Valve, but Steam Deck support is not available initially because the device lacks some required security features.
The replacement uses measured boot, kernel lockdown, IOMMU, eBPF, and a dedicated anti-cheat system service instead of a Windows-style kernel-level system. Fortnite on Linux will require TPM 2.0 and Secure Boot enabled in the system BIOS, along with a trusted signed kernel and signed drivers.
Epic is discussing EAC v2 support with Valve, but Steam Deck support is not available initially because the device lacks some required security features.
Timeline3
Oct 14
Epic revealed a redesigned Epic Games Launcher in preview alongside its Linux expansion plans.
Oct 14
Epic's EAC Linux v2 plan was reported: Fortnite will test the system first, followed by other multiplayer games.
Oct 14
Epic was reported to be discussing EAC v2 support with Valve, while Steam Deck support remains unavailable initially.
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