The Epic Games Store has reached a significant milestone, now hosting over 295 million users on PC. In its annual Year in Review blog post for 2024, the company, known for its flagship title Fortnite, revealed an impressive increase of 25 million accounts compared to the previous year. This growth is part of a broader trend, as Epic Games reported a total of 898 million cross-platform accounts, marking a substantial rise of 94 million year-on-year.
User Engagement and Spending Trends
In terms of financial engagement, PC players demonstrated their commitment by spending .09 billion on the Epic Games Store, reflecting a 15 percent increase from the prior year. However, it is noteworthy that spending on third-party titles experienced an 18 percent decline, totaling 5 million. Despite this dip, the overall user engagement remains robust, with the store averaging 67 million monthly active users and 32 million daily active users.
The landscape of popular titles on the platform is diverse, with the highest-performing games of 2024—based on player spending and engagement—comprising a mix of genres. Notable mentions include:
- Genshin Impact
- Rocket League
- Honkai Star Rail
- Grand Theft Auto 5
- Fortnite Battle Royale
While the order of performance varies, the next tier of successful titles includes:
- EA Sports FC 24
- Destiny 2: The Final Shape
- Alan Wake 2
- Fall Guys
- Wuthering Waves
This dynamic mix of games underscores the Epic Games Store’s ability to attract a wide array of players, further solidifying its position in the competitive gaming market.
