Epic Games Confirms Linux Launcher, Vows Fivefold Speedup and Broader Anti-Cheat
Epic Games has confirmed development of a Linux version of its game launcher, with an employee stating it will be released soon. The company also plans to expand Easy Anti-Cheat support to Linux and has promised a fivefold increase in launcher startup speed following a framework overhaul. No specific release date was given.
Epic Games has confirmed that its game launcher will be released for Linux. A company employee said during a Discord Q&A session that the Linux version is currently in development and will be launched in the near future. The employee did not provide a specific timeline or current development progress, but the statement confirms that the company's support for the Linux platform is advancing. Previously, Epic Games posted a job listing indicating plans to expand Easy Anti-Cheat support to Linux.
Epic Games recently announced that it will rebuild its launcher using a new framework and has promised to increase startup speed fivefold.
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