Could Microsoft destroy Linux gaming by using the windows store (self.linux_gaming)

submitted 3 months ago by skymtf to c/linux_gaming@lemmy.ml

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So as we know Windows Platform Apps and WinUI3 apps do not work on Linux, I keep wondering if Microsoft were to launch a new API let’s say direct X 15 but limit it to Windows Store Apps, and provided a way for the apps to be installed from other stores like steam could they in time kill modern Linux gaming.

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[-] xavier666@lemm.ee 2 points 3 months ago

        Most games use win32 while developing games
it's a mostly open standard
when you develop games using win32, you decide how you want to deliver the game to the customer (Steam,Epic, your OWN website, GoG)
Steam can take a cut from your sales but if you don't like their policy you can deliver the games via other platforms. You have choice
enter UWA. Games developed using this platform HAS to be delivered via Windows Store. The devs need to get a key which needs to be purchased from Microsoft.#
Microsoft can disable Win32 apps, if they want, and all games (other than which are on Windows store) will stop working
games from other platforms won't work on PC since they are win32. Your choice is removed
Microsoft can ban you from the store, removing you ability to install apps


      

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