Itch.io

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Itch.io
Type of site Video games
Game assets
Available in English
Owner Leaf Corcoran
URL http://itch.io
Registration Optional (required to upload content, comment, and join game jams)
Launched March 3, 2013; 11 years ago (2013-03-03)
Current status Active

Itch.io is a website where creators can upload their games, which are made available to download by users. The platform has been described as the "Steam for indie games". It was created by Leif Johnson and launched in 2013. As of March 2022, it is available in 24 languages.

The platform is free for anyone to download or upload content to; creators can set their own prices, as well as offer their games for free. Itch.io allows creators to receive a share of revenue from purchases, as well as donations and tips.

Itch.io also has a community that can be accessed through the site's forums. The platform includes many ways to discover new games, including curated lists, game tags, and user collections. Users can also follow creators and other users.

History

Uploading to Itch.io

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