Epic Store Surges Ahead: $950 Million in Sales and 75 Million MAUs in 2023
Epic Games’ yearly report for 2023 showcased impressive growth for its PC storefront. Gamers spent an astonishing $950 million, with a third or $310 million going towards third-party games on the platform.
Substantial Growth in Monthly Active Users (MAUs)
Epic Games experienced a significant surge in MAUs, reaching 75 million in December 2023 – marking an approximate 10% increase from the previous year.
Epic Store: A Rival to Steam with Free Games Program
The Epic Store has become a popular choice for buying and playing games on PC, challenging Steam’s dominance. The ‘free games program’ offered by Epic Games plays a significant role in its success.
Freebies Galore: 86 Free Games with a Value of $2,055
In the year 2023, Epic Games distributed a total of 86 free games that were collectively claimed over 586 million times by the gaming community.
Top-Performing Games on Epic Store in 2023
The following titles emerged as the top performers on the Epic Store in 2023:
- Game 1
- Game 2
What’s Next for Epic Store in 2024?
Epic Games announced several upcoming features to enhance the user experience, including:
- A new download manager tool
- Significant upgrades to offline mode
- Pre-load features for pre-ordered games
- (Re)launch of Epic on iOS in Europe
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