ID@Xbox has generated over $2.5 billion in revenue for indie developers

The ID@Xbox program first launched back in 2013.

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Microsoft shared a recap of the ID@Xbox program’s history on Thursday, with some major milestones and updates on how far the program has come since its launch in 2013.

According to Microsoft (viaXbox Wire), the ID@Xbox program has paid out over $2.5 billion in revenue for indie developers since its creation. The last milestone for the program was$500 million paid out back in 2017, meaning an additional $2 billion was paid in the last five years.

Other interesting stats include how the program now encompasses over 4,600 developers across 94 countries. Microsoft has also seen success with some ID@Xbox games launching directly into Xbox Game Pass. Microsoft claims that the average Xbox Game Pass subscriber plays 40% more games compared to someone that isn’t subscribed. Microsoft’s recentID@Xbox showcasehighlighted some of the recent games coming through the program, including Shredders, Tunic and Trek to Yomi.

Microsoft is expanding support for indie developers through therecently announced ID@Azure program, allowing developers across multiple platforms to utilize cloud technology.

Xbox Game Pass and Xbox Live Gold in one

Xbox Game Pass gives you access to over 200 games for one monthly fee. Xbox Game Pass Ultimate also adds Xbox Live Gold to the package so you can play online with your friends. You also get access to EA Play.

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Samuel Tolbert is a freelance writer covering gaming news, previews, reviews, interviews and different aspects of the gaming industry, specifically focusing on Xbox and PC gaming on Windows Central. You can find him on Twitter@SamuelTolbert.