The gaming industry saw various monetization models, including free-to-play with microtransactions, subscription services, downloadable content (DLC), and season passes.
Platforms like Steam, itch.io, and the Epic Games Store provide avenues for indie developers to publish and distribute their games to a global audience.
Monetization models in gaming have diversified, with free-to-play games supported by in-game purchases (microtransactions) becoming increasingly common.