Epic Games Store Hits 295 Million Users in 2024, Announces Big Plans for 2025
The Epic Games Store continues to grow, surpassing 295 million users in 2024, a 25 million increase from the previous year. Alongside this growth, player spending rose by 15%, reaching $1.09 billion, and the platform gave away 89 free games worth a total of $2,229.
Epic Games Store 2024 Highlights
- 295 million total users, up from 270 million in 2023.
- 67.2 million monthly active users, a 6% increase year-over-year.
- 31.5 million daily active users, also up 6%.
- $1.09 billion in player spending, a 15% increase from 2023.
- 89 free PC games were given away.
- Top 5 games in engagement & spending:
- Genshin Impact
- Rocket League
- Honkai: Star Rail
- Grand Theft Auto 5
- Fortnite
Epic Games Store 2025 Plans
Looking ahead, Epic Games Store is focusing on expanding its mobile app and improving its PC features:
- Mobile expansion: More titles and app library growth.
- PC improvements:
- New download manager (Q1 2025) with download scheduling.
- Preloading and better search options.
- Non-gaming apps will be available.
- Gifting system to be introduced.
With exciting features on the horizon, 2025 could be a major year for the Epic Games Store, as it continues to compete with Steam in the PC and mobile gaming markets.
