Javelin, their kernel-level anti-cheat solution, might be heading to Linux.

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EA posted a job listing for a Senior Anti-Cheat Engineer focused on expanding its kernel-level anti-cheat solution, EA Javelin, to ARM64 Windows. Buried in the job requirements is a line about charting a path for Javelin to support Linux and Proton in the future. While Windows on ARM64 is the immediate priority, this signals EA is at least considering Linux support. This comes against a backdrop of major publishers like EA (Apex Legends), Rockstar (GTA V Online), and Roblox previously dropping Linux support due to anti-cheat concerns, while Linux gaming continues to grow thanks to the Steam Deck and Proton.

Good News! EA Is Expanding Its Anti-Cheat to ARM64, and Linux Could Be Next