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Epic Games Store vs itch.io

A side-by-side look at Epic Games Store and itch.io. For an in-depth review of either product, follow the links below.

Epic Games Store

Epic Games Store

Games

The Epic Games Store is a digital video game storefront for Microsoft Windows and macOS, operated by Epic Games. It was launched in December 2018 to compete with Valve's Steam store by offering more revenue share to publishers. Key features include exclusive games, a curated store, and a smaller cut of revenue for developers.

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itch.io

itch.io

Games

itch.io is an open marketplace for independent digital creators with a focus on indie games. It allows developers to upload, publish, sell, and distribute their content easily.

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