Epic is bringing Fortnite to Linux
Epic is working on bringing Fortnite to Linux through its Epic Games Launcher.
The Verge reports: Epic is working on bringing Fortnite to Linux through its Epic Games Launcher.
The new launcher is releasing in preview today, and for the first time on Linux, and while Fortnite isn't available there just yet, Epic wants to make that a reality. So far, part of the reason Fortnite hasn't been available on Linux.
This technology story centres on the United States. Names and organisations mentioned in the coverage include Fortnite, Linux and Epic Games Launcher.
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