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Gamejolt vs Microsoft Store
Gamejolt and Microsoft Store are both game and app stores. Fees — Gamejolt: Seller sets cut, default keep 90%. Microsoft Store: 15% apps / 12% games, or keep 100% with own payments.
Updated · from each platform’s published fees and payout terms · how we verify
Key differences
- Fees — Gamejolt: Seller sets cut, default keep 90%. Microsoft Store: 15% apps / 12% games, or keep 100% with own payments.
- Only Gamejolt offers PayPal via Game Jolt Wallet. Only Microsoft Store offers Bank transfer.
- Gamejolt is the older platform — founded in 2002, 10 years before Microsoft Store (2012).
Which should you choose?
Choose Gamejolt if…
- You want to withdraw via PayPal via Game Jolt Wallet.
- You prefer a long track record (since 2002).
Choose Microsoft Store if…
- You want to withdraw via Bank transfer.
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Gamejolt
A community marketplace where indie developers share and sell their games.
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Microsoft Store
A store where developers publish and sell Windows apps and games.
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| Type | Game and app stores like Steam | Game and app stores like Steam |
| Category | Games & Apps | Games & Apps |
| Vetted | No | No |
| Work from home | Yes | Yes |
| Fees | Seller sets cut, default keep 90% | 15% apps / 12% games, or keep 100% with own payments |
| Withdraw via | PayPal via Game Jolt Wallet | Bank transfer |
| Availability | Worldwide | Worldwide |
| Founded | 2002 | 2012 |
| Headquarters | Austin, United States | Redmond, United States |
| Popularity | 45 views · 0 likes | 48 views · 0 likes |
Frequently asked questions
Which is cheaper, Gamejolt or Microsoft Store?
Gamejolt: Seller sets cut, default keep 90%. Microsoft Store: 15% apps / 12% games, or keep 100% with own payments.
Where are Gamejolt and Microsoft Store available?
Gamejolt: Worldwide. Microsoft Store: Worldwide.