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Have you sold a game on the epic store? How’d it go? How’d it compare to selling on Steam?
r/IndieDev
6/17/2025
SAAS TOOLS
| SaaS | URL | Category | Features/Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Epic Games Store | https://www.epicgames.com/store | Game Distribution | No fee on sales up to $1M |
| Steam | https://store.steampowered.com | Game Distribution | Wishlist tracking, events, promotions |
| GOG | https://www.gog.com | Game Distribution | DRM-free games |
| Impress Games | https://impress.games | Analytics | Steam wishlist sales calculator |
USER NEEDS
Pain Points:
- Difficulty reaching critical mass on multiple platforms
- Lack of visibility for indie games on Epic Store
- Challenges in getting featured on Epic Store
- Need for effective marketing strategies across platforms
Problems to Solve:
- Maximizing sales across multiple distribution platforms
- Balancing effort vs. return on additional platforms
- Creating critical mass on primary distribution channel
Potential Solutions:
- Focusing marketing efforts on primary platform
- Reusing assets across platforms
- Building relationships with platform partners
GROWTH FACTORS
Effective Strategies:
- Focusing marketing efforts on primary distribution channel
- Building relationships with platform partners
- Reusing assets across platforms
Marketing & Acquisition:
- Leveraging platform-specific events and promotions
- Building critical mass on primary platform
- Creating compelling store pages
Monetization & Product:
- Balancing platform fees against potential sales
- Considering platform exclusivity deals
- Analyzing sales data to inform platform strategy
User Engagement:
- Building community around primary platform
- Encouraging user reviews and ratings
- Providing value through platform-specific features