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Cheating is a big issue in the world of gaming. AndApex Legendsis not an exclusion. This highly popular battle royale has garnered a huge fanbase because of its exciting gameplay and various characters with their abilities. The only persisting issue that the game is facing right now is the infestation of cheaters and hackers all around the game.
This is not only disrupting the gameplay but also making players so frustrated that they are uninstalling it. However, Respawn Entertainment has taken a brave precautionary measure to stop these characters and hackers, whichValorantandFortniteimplemented long ago.
Apex LegendsHas Dropped Linux Support to Improve Its Anti-Cheat Efforts
Linux users on PC and Steam Deck are no longer able to playApex Legends, according to a recentdeveloper updatefrom Respawn. Removing support for the Linux operating system will aid in the developer’s initiative to maintain the game’s competitive integrity, which they say is a“top priority”in decision-making. Linux offered a different way to play the game, but its“openness”was a serious flaw that could allow“a variety of impactful exploits and cheats.”
Respawn stated that it considered both the total number of players and the number of players running Linux when coming to this conclusion. The number ofApex Legendsplayers on Linux devices was still quite small, even though the game’s player base on platforms like Steam had been dropping in recent months.
Nonetheless, the developer update pointed out that this player demographic was still able to access a sizable portion of games, posing a serious risk of cheating. This decision from EA might be a huge blow to Valve as well, thatrecently collaborated with the OS behind Steam Deck.
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In the end, this low player count and high risk of cheating led to Respawn discontinuing Linux support. AlthoughApex Legendsplayers who previously played on Linux are undoubtedly disappointed by this change, it is not uncommon for the operating system to not support a competitive shooter.
Linux is not supported byValorantorFortnite, two other well-known competitive games. Moreover, players ofApex Legendson Steam Deck have a workaround. By installing Windows, players could still access the game on Valve’s portable system, according to Respawn.
Apex LegendsWill Go Through‘Large Systematic Change’at EA
After implementing a change to give a lesson to the cheaters, now EA is going to have a‘large systematic change’forApex Legends. After soft monetization results for the most recent update to the live-services game and modifications to its Battle Pass offering, Electronic Arts is reconsidering its strategy for the game. The company CEO Andrew Wilson stated on a companyfiscal second-quarter 2025 earning call:
Following changes to the battle pass construct, we did not see the lift in monetization we had expected. Two things have become clear in the free-to-play FPS category. First, in the competitive landscape where brand, a strong core player base, and high-quality mechanics matter more than ever, ‘Apex’ has proven to be a compelling franchise for us and an industry stalwart. Second, to drive significant growth and re-engagement, large systematic change is required. We will continue to focus on retention and breadth of content in service of our global community as we work towards more significant, innovative changes in the future.
Later in the earnings call, Wilson elaborated on plans to redesign the game, making it clear that he does not anticipate a sequel to“Apex Legends”but rather more significant changes to the current game, where EA will be“investing on two vectors.”
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However, this doesn’t mean there is going to be an“Apex Legends 2.”Wilson stated that EA is not currently interested in releasing any next version of the game in response to an analyst who inquired about the likelihood of a sequel game instead of a redesign of the current title, which came out in 2019. According to Wilson,“The version two thing has almost never been as successful as the version one thing in the history of gaming.”
What’s your opinion on this brave step by EA? Let us know your thoughts in the comment section.
Nilendu Brahma
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