Microsoft Announces ID@Xbox Program Now Grossed More Than $5 Billion Since Its Founding

Although a niché venture for Microsoft, it has remained committed to smaller creators in the video game space. Came 2020, it was reported that the ID@Xbox initiative has already generated more than $1 billion in revenue. From titles like Cuphead and even Fortnite, it has kicked off some notable IPs. There are even lifelines tied to Microsoft with ID@Xbox & Game Pass like She Dreams Elsewhere thanks to this ambition.

In 2023, Microsoft celebrated the 10-year anniversary for ID@Xbox. The milestone highlighted more than 3,000 projects released and featured more than 5,000 different developers involved in the effort. This past February, the firm further celebrated indie titles with its IGN Showcase and featured new releases like Balatro & 33 Immortals.

Now this week, ID@Xbox returns into the spotlight to announce another achievement has been unlocked. Alongside being part of the 1,000 Xbox Play Anywhere titles, it generated $5 billion. “Since ID@Xbox was launched in 2013, more than $5 billion have been paid to independent developers from all over the world. We’re also proud to offer developers the ability to use our platform to maximize the opportunity to reach an audience across multiple screens,” director Guy Richards announced.

“Our mission with ID@Xbox has always been to empower teams to achieve more with Xbox. Over the years, our program has evolved to bring ID@Xbox games to players on more screens and in new ways through Game Pass and Stream Your Own Game. We’re focused on helping independent teams enable Xbox Play Anywhere to reach more players – allowing seamless play across console, PC, and cloud. No matter where people choose to play, we’re working with developers to make the most of the features unique to that device or screen.”

He continues: “Today, we’re excited to host developers from 10 countries at our annual hands-on preview event for press and creators. […] Our team is thrilled to work with so many developers around the world to bring you unique and innovative experiences. Whether players buy, stream, or discover their next favorite game through Xbox Game Pass, now is the perfect time to join the Xbox community.”

Are you surprised by the amount of traction that ID@Xbox has generated?

Source: Xbox Wire