Overview

• Microtransactions generated $24.4 billion in 2024, making up 58% of PC gaming revenue, with a 1.4% year-over-year increase.
• DLC revenue rose 0.8% year-over-year to $5.3 billion, contributing 14% of total PC gaming revenue.
• Premium game revenue declined by 2.6% in 2024, amounting to $10.7 billion and representing 28% of total revenue.
• The global PC gaming player base grew by 3.9% in 2024, reaching 907.5 million, outpacing console player growth of 2.3%.
• Despite a larger and faster-growing player base, PC gaming revenue remains behind consoles, which generated $42.8 billion in 2024.