On Windows they own the OS, so wacky folders that you can’t touch even with the highest admin rights isn’t a stretch, but good luck with that on Linux.

They third party authenticate thru the Xbox app and “gaming services”.

If/when there’s an issue, you can’t really do anything, and Microsoft support is just chatbots.

Even something as simple as a “repair” or reinstall. Depending on where the process broke, it could be a huge headache manipulating the two into a state they can be repaired.

It’s bad enough I’m not buying any Microsoft games, even tho I resolved my own issues, it could just happen again at any time. And I just don’t want to deal with the potential hassle.

If they ever release a new fallout/ES, I’ll take the time to see if it’s still an issue.