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Epic Games CEO Tim Sweeney was asked by Verge why there is no support for the Steam Deck for Fortnite (lemmy.ml)
submitted 11 months ago by [email protected] to c/linux_gaming
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[–] TwanHE 33 points 11 months ago (1 children)

He means they have a problem with Linux users. What other reason would there be to buy up games and remove native Linux support the second its removed from the steam store? (Rocket League for example)

[–] [email protected] 9 points 11 months ago (1 children)

The Epic Games Store doesn't have a Linux client, so it's understandable from a business perspective to not develop a product no new customers will be able to buy.

It's a middle finger to existing customers though, especially with the outdated Linux version being downloaded by default. They should prioritize proton to enable online play on multiplayer game, but as established, they don't care about Steam Linux users

[–] Rustmilian 7 points 11 months ago* (last edited 11 months ago) (1 children)

We already have Heroic/Legendary Games Launcher, and Lutris too.

[–] [email protected] 5 points 11 months ago (1 children)

Yes, those launchers are great. But I don't think Epic will ever acknowledge third-party clients exist, so their existence makes no difference from their perspective.

[–] Rustmilian 6 points 11 months ago

Ofc not. They have shriveled dick syndrome and hate consumer freedom.