Epic Games Store Attracts Players, But Revenue Remains Low - Reddit
Recent data on the Epic Games Store platform reveals its state on the verge of 2026.
According to data compiled by a Reddit user, the base of registered accounts has grown by 173% over six years, reaching 295 million by the end of 2024. At the same time, revenue from third-party games increased by only 1.6% over the same period, indicating the weak effectiveness of the giveaway strategy.
The analysis shows almost complete stagnation of player spending. In 2024, sales of third-party games brought in $255 million - $4 million more than in 2019, despite an audience growth of almost 190 million people. Players come for free games, but real purchases are made primarily on Steam, which showed a record season in December 2025.
The reasons for this situation are not only user habits, but also the quality of the software. Epic Games CEO Tim Sweeney admitted that the EGS launcher is slower than its competitors. Limited functionality and a modest social component make Epic for many just a free library, and not the main digital center.
