A recent survey reveals that 72% of industry leaders see Steam as the dominant force in PC gaming. Despite its monopoly status, over 75% of developers depend on the platform for revenue. While some are branching out to alternatives like Epic Games Store, only a few still support physical media. Interestingly, 80% plan to explore other sales channels alongside Steam, highlighting the platform's lucrative role for both indie hits and major titles, even as a push for more distribution diversity grows.
Published on: 11/4/2025
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