Respawn blocks Apex Legends on platforms utilizing Linux along with Steam Deck
Developer cites determination as part of anti-dishonest efforts
Respawn has blocked Linux OS entry to Apex Legends, affecting avid players utilizing Steam Deck.
The developer detailed the switch in a blog post, citing the selection as part of efforts to struggle dishonest.
“We have recognized Linux OS as being a path for a wide range of impactful exploits and cheats,” it wrote.
“In consequence, we have determined to dam Linux OS entry to the sport. Whereas this can influence a small variety of Apex gamers, we consider the choice will meaningfully scale back cases of dishonest in our sport.”
The video games company continued: “We needed to weigh the choice on the variety of gamers who have been legitimately enjoying on Linux/the Steam Deck versus the higher well being of the inhabitants of gamers for Apex. Whereas the inhabitants of Linux customers is small, their influence contaminated a good quantity of gamers’ video games.”
As Linux is extinct by default on Steam Deck, Respawn positive that there is “no dependable method” for it to “differentiate a reputable Steam deck from a malicious