Steam Will Always Beat the Epic Games Store Because Players Don’t Want to “Cheat on Their Home Library,” Says Witchfire Lead

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It is undeniably true that the Epic Games Store feels streamlined—perhaps excessively so—compared to Valve’s feature-rich ecosystem. Steam provides social layers that transform it from a simple launcher into a social hub. This sense of belonging is why developers, such as those behind the indie title Horses, view a Steam ban as a much more devastating blow than losing access to the Epic marketplace.

“Gamers simply don’t view EGS as their home base,” Chmielarz explained. “Whether by design or oversight, EGS lacks basic engagement tools like written reviews and discussion forums. There is nothing to do there except make a purchase. Ultimately, a purely transactional storefront will always struggle against a platform that fosters emotional connection and active engagement.”

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