Epic Games Launcher arrives on SteamOS and Steam Deck
Epic Games confirmed its Linux launcher will officially support SteamOS and Steam Deck following an investigation announced in October.
Official confirmation from Epic Games
Communications Director Jake Jones told GamingOnLinux that the new Epic Games Launcher is now compatible with several Linux distributions. The company plans to support Fedora, SteamOS, Cachy, Omarchy and more in its upcoming release. Jones stated they are currently testing packaging formats before restoring AppImage downloads this month. This update marks a shift from the previous preview status of the launcher software.
Fortnite compatibility remains uncertain
The confirmation does not guarantee that Fortnite will run on these systems immediately. Easy Anti-Cheat Linux version two support is still an open question for Valve hardware. When Epic first announced Linux work, they noted the Steam Deck lacked required features for EAC v2. The company said it was actively talking with Valve to hope for future support of the device.
Valve partnership discussions continue
Epic Games expressed hope to support the Steam Deck in the future despite current technical limitations. They are evaluating different packaging formats to ensure broad distribution across various Linux environments. The investigation into compatibility began last October when Epic first mentioned looking into the possibility. This development addresses long-standing questions about running the launcher on Valve's operating system.
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