Epic's approach to the gaming market, including the lower revenue cut of 12% compared to Steam's 30%, aims to create a more competitive and fair environment for developers. They offer incentives to developers to choose their store, allowing them to decide how to distribute their games, rather than forcing exclusivity.

Indie developers can thrive by using Unreal Engine, as it provides tools that enable them to create games efficiently, even as solo developers.

In the early days, Epic focused on creating unique games for niche audiences rather than competing with established giants like Electronic Arts and Activision.

Epic Games competes with Steam by signing exclusive deals with developers, offering them financial incentives. This strategy aims to provide a better selection of games on the Epic Games Store, even if some developers may initially struggle with exclusivity.

Epic's unique approach was to distribute the first episode of their games for free, which helped them reach a larger audience and laid the groundwork for the free-to-play model.

Epic is committed to creating cross-platform social features that allow gamers to connect with friends across different platforms, enhancing the gaming experience.

Epic Games has invested heavily in developing the future of technology, spending more than they earn to build a robust ecosystem around Unreal Engine and Fortnite.

Epic's success came from a combination of talent and a willingness to innovate, often taking risks that larger companies would avoid.

Epic Games started by distributing shareware games digitally, which was innovative at the time, allowing them to reach a global audience faster than traditional retail methods.