Psyonix has confirmed that Easy Anti-Cheat will continue to work in Rocket League without blocking Linux and SteamOS users. The decision allows the game to keep running on Steam Deck through Epic Games and Proton, following a similar line to that adopted by 1047 Games with Splitgate: Arena Reloaded.
Proton and Easy Anti-Cheat, a key compatibility 🎮
The integration of Easy Anti-Cheat with Proton is not automatic; it requires the developer to explicitly enable support. Psyonix has chosen to keep this option active, allowing the Linux kernel to manage compatibility layers without conflicts. This approach contrasts with other titles that block the operating system deeming it insecure, although the technical reality shows that Proton already offers a controlled environment to run anti-cheat code.
And the cheaters, screw them on Windows 😈
While Linux users celebrate being able to keep bumping balls without error windows popping up, Windows cheaters will have to find another game to ruin. Because yes, the anti-cheat works, but there's always some smartass who finds the loophole. At least on Steam Deck they'll have no excuse to lose: the blame will be on the controllers, not the operating system.