Urge Epic Games to Fully Support Linux as a Cross-Platform Environment
Urge Epic Games to Fully Support Linux as a Cross-Platform Environment
The Issue
I have been a devoted Linux user since its inception, appreciating its strengths over the transient Windows environments that have come and gone over the years. Linux has proven capable of fulfilling all my needs and more, with new facets being discovered daily. However, my gaming experience remains hindered by reliance on emulation and compatibility layers, primarily through Steam.
The time has come for Epic Games to recognize the potential of Linux as a fully-supported cross-platform environment. The growing popularity of this open-source operating system is undeniable; it powers 100% of the world's top 500 supercomputers and is used by 96.3% of the top one million servers due to its stability, security, and efficiency (source: W3Techs). Yet despite these impressive statistics, many game developers overlook Linux users in their cross-platform strategies.
The Linux desktop user community is often underreported and underestimated, primarily due to the requirement of using Windows for gaming and specific office applications. The dominance of Windows in the gaming industry and certain corporate environments leads Linux users to resort to dual-booting or compatibility layers, resulting in their underrepresentation in mainstream statistics. It's essential to recognize that this underestimation does not accurately reflect the size, passion, and contributions of the Linux desktop community. Addressing the barriers that hinder Linux users from seamless participation in certain ecosystems is crucial for fostering a more accurate understanding of the global computing landscape.
By supporting Linux fully as a cross-platform environment, Epic Games would not only expand their market reach but also contribute significantly towards enriching gaming experiences for countless users like me who prefer using this robust operating system.
Let's call upon Epic Games to embrace diversity in gaming platforms and extend full support to Linux. Please sign this petition if you believe in equitable access to quality gaming across all platforms!
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The Issue
I have been a devoted Linux user since its inception, appreciating its strengths over the transient Windows environments that have come and gone over the years. Linux has proven capable of fulfilling all my needs and more, with new facets being discovered daily. However, my gaming experience remains hindered by reliance on emulation and compatibility layers, primarily through Steam.
The time has come for Epic Games to recognize the potential of Linux as a fully-supported cross-platform environment. The growing popularity of this open-source operating system is undeniable; it powers 100% of the world's top 500 supercomputers and is used by 96.3% of the top one million servers due to its stability, security, and efficiency (source: W3Techs). Yet despite these impressive statistics, many game developers overlook Linux users in their cross-platform strategies.
The Linux desktop user community is often underreported and underestimated, primarily due to the requirement of using Windows for gaming and specific office applications. The dominance of Windows in the gaming industry and certain corporate environments leads Linux users to resort to dual-booting or compatibility layers, resulting in their underrepresentation in mainstream statistics. It's essential to recognize that this underestimation does not accurately reflect the size, passion, and contributions of the Linux desktop community. Addressing the barriers that hinder Linux users from seamless participation in certain ecosystems is crucial for fostering a more accurate understanding of the global computing landscape.
By supporting Linux fully as a cross-platform environment, Epic Games would not only expand their market reach but also contribute significantly towards enriching gaming experiences for countless users like me who prefer using this robust operating system.
Let's call upon Epic Games to embrace diversity in gaming platforms and extend full support to Linux. Please sign this petition if you believe in equitable access to quality gaming across all platforms!
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The Decision Makers
Petition created on December 18, 2023