Microtransactions accounted for 58% of PC gaming revenue last year

Serving tech enthusiasts for over 25 years.TechSpot means tech analysis and advice you can trust Bottom line: PC gamers continue to show a strong willingness to spend on in-game purchases, according to the latest findings from Newzoo's 2025 PC and Console Gaming Report. It found that microtransactions accounted for a significant 58 percent of all PC gaming revenue in 2024, reaching $24.4 billion. This marks a year-over-year growth of 1.4 percent. The report pointed to three standout titles driving this surge in microtransaction revenue: Call of Duty: Black Ops 6, Roblox, and Fortnite. These games have successfully capitalized on their players' appetites for additional content, such as cosmetic upgrades. However, microtransactions are a divisive issue among both PC and console gamers, often criticized for their potentially exploitative nature. The free-to-play PC and mobile title Diablo Immortal, for example, has been widely condemned for essentially locking late-game content behind ... Read full article.