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Steam revenue analysis

Ori and the Will of the Wisps Steam Revenue & Sales Estimates

Moon Studios GmbH · Xbox Game Studios

$65.4MEst. Gross Revenue

3,964,010 estimated sales, 97% positive reviews, and $49,293,219.92 potentially retained by the developer after Steam's platform fees.

Action97% Positive$29.99MC 88

Revenue Overview

$65.4M

Gross Revenue

$49.3M

Developer Revenue

3,964,010

Est. Copies Sold

$10.9M

Revenue / Year (avg. 6 yr)

$45.1MLow estimate
$65.4MBest estimate
$135.2MHigh estimate

How the revenue splits

Gross Revenue
$65,366,525
− Steam Platform Fee(24.6%)
−$16,073,305
Developer Revenue
$49,293,220

Developer vs. Steam

Developer: 75.4%($49,293,220)Steam: 24.6%($16,073,305)

Tiered Fee Structure

Tier 1 ($0–$10M) (30%)$3,000,000
Tier 2 ($10M–$50M) (25%)$10,000,000
Tier 3 ($50M+) (20%)$3,073,305

More context in the Steam game revenue hub or in the Steam revenue calculator.

How we estimate this

97%positive
136,690Total Reviews
132,589positive (97%)
4,101negative (3%)

Step by step

  1. 1

    Capture Steam review volume as the primary demand signal

    136,690 reviews and a 97% positive rating are used as the starting point because Steam review counts correlate strongly with paid ownership.

  2. 2

    Apply a calibrated Boxleiter multiplier

    For Ori and the Will of the Wisps, we use a midpoint multiplier of ×29 and show a wider range from ×20 to ×60 to reflect uncertainty.

  3. 3

    Use a realistic realized sale price instead of only list price

    Rather than relying only on the current price of $30, we estimate a realized average sale price of $16 to account for discounting over time.

  4. 4

    Translate gross revenue into developer revenue

    We then apply Steam's effective fee rate of 24.6%. That turns an estimated $65,366,525 in gross revenue into roughly $49,293,220 retained by the developer.

Calibrated inputs for this game

Avg. sale price

$16.49

List price $29.99

Boxleiter multiplier

×29

Range ×20–×60

Effective Steam fee

24.6%

Tiered 30 / 25 / 20%

Revenue estimates for Ori and the Will of the Wisps use the Boxleiter method with a broad range from x20 to x60. For the best estimate we use a calibrated midpoint of x29 and a calibrated average sale price of $16 instead of a flat 30x/0.75 model. Factors like age, price tier, discount history, genre, and review profile all affect the true reviews-to-sales ratio.

Platform Comparison

Hypothetical: What would the developer earn at the same gross revenue?

Steam

Gross revenue baseline: $65,366,525

To developer

$49,293,220

To developer: 75.4%

$49,293,220

Platform fee: 24.6%

$16,073,305

Epic Games Store

Gross revenue baseline: $65,366,525

To developer

$57,642,542

To developer: 88.2%

$57,642,542

Platform fee: 11.8%

$7,723,983

Epic: 0% on the first $1M in annual per-app revenue, then 12%. Effective here: 11.8%.

GOG

Gross revenue baseline: $65,366,525

To developer

$45,756,567

To developer: 70.0%

$45,756,567

Platform fee: 30.0%

$19,609,957

* Actual sales on Epic and GOG are not estimated. Steam's larger user base typically drives substantially higher sales volumes.

Genre Market Position

Top 7% by revenue in Action
7%

Top 7% of Action games

by estimated revenue

0%◆ Median100%

2,141

Top Games Tracked

$6M

Median (tracked top games)

$20.8M

Mean (tracked top games)

Ori and the Will of the Wisps ranks in the top 7% of 2141 tracked action top-sellers, with estimated revenue 11× this group's median.

Baseline: HelpfulCalculator's curated set of top-grossing Steam games, not the entire Steam catalog. Niche genres may have small samples.

Playtime & Engagement

15.9h avg11.4h median

15.9h

Average Playtime

11.4h

Median Playtime

3.8h

Recent Activity (2 Weeks)

Ori and the Will of the Wisps keeps players engaged for an average of 15.9 hours – solid engagement for a action game.

Current Activity24% still active

Game Details

Dataset updated: April 18, 2026

DeveloperMoon Studios GmbH
PublisherXbox Game Studios
Release DateMarch 9, 2020
Years on Market6 years
Current Price$29.99
Calibrated Avg. Selling Price$16.49
GenreAction
Peak Players697
SteamSpy Owners2,000,000 .. 5,000,000
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Features

Single-playerSteam AchievementsFull controller supportSteam CloudRemote Play on PhoneRemote Play on TabletRemote Play on TVHDR availableFamily Sharing

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much has Ori and the Will of the Wisps earned on Steam?

Based on our analysis using the Boxleiter method, we estimate Ori and the Will of the Wisps's total gross revenue on Steam at approximately $65,366,525.

This estimate comes with a confidence range:

  • Conservative estimate (x20): $45,080,362
  • Calibrated midpoint (x29): $65,366,525
  • Optimistic estimate (x60): $135,241,086

The actual revenue may vary due to regional pricing, seasonal discounts, and refund rates.

How many copies has Ori and the Will of the Wisps sold on Steam?

With 136,690 Steam reviews and a 97% positive rating, we estimate Ori and the Will of the Wisps has sold between 2,733,800 and 8,201,400 copies, with a best estimate of 3,964,010.

This is based on the Boxleiter method, which uses the observation that roughly 1 in every 20 to 60 buyers leaves a Steam review. For the midpoint we do not assume a universal 30x value; we use a calibrated multiplier of x29 that adjusts for the title's age, price tier, genre, and review profile.

How much does Moon Studios GmbH earn from Ori and the Will of the Wisps?

After Steam's tiered platform fee of effectively 24.6%, Moon Studios GmbH keeps an estimated $49,293,220 from Ori and the Will of the Wisps's gross revenue of $65,366,525.

Here's the breakdown:

  • Gross Revenue: $65,366,525
  • Steam's Fee (24.6%): -$16,073,305
  • Developer Revenue: $49,293,220

Note: This doesn't account for publisher shares, taxes, or development costs.

What percentage does Steam take from Ori and the Will of the Wisps?

Steam uses a tiered revenue sharing model that reduces the platform's cut as a game earns more:

  • First $10 million: 30% to Steam, 70% to developer
  • $10M to $50M: 25% to Steam, 75% to developer
  • Above $50M: 20% to Steam, 80% to developer

For Ori and the Will of the Wisps, with an estimated gross revenue of $65,366,525, this results in an effective rate of 24.6%. Steam keeps approximately $16,073,305 and Moon Studios GmbH receives $49,293,220.

How accurate are these revenue estimates for Ori and the Will of the Wisps?

These estimates use the Boxleiter method, a widely-used industry approach that estimates game sales from the number of Steam reviews.

Factors that affect accuracy:

  • Review-to-purchase ratio varies by genre
  • Discount history - games with frequent deep sales may have higher ratios
  • Regional pricing - different prices in different markets are not captured
  • Refunds - Steam's return policy means some counted sales were refunded
  • Bundled sales - keys sold through third-party bundles may not generate reviews

We provide a confidence range ($45,080,362 to $135,241,086) to reflect this uncertainty. For the best estimate we combine the Boxleiter range with a calibrated midpoint (x29) and a calibrated ASP of $16.

What would Ori and the Will of the Wisps earn on Epic Games Store instead?

If Ori and the Will of the Wisps generated the same gross revenue on the Epic Games Store, Moon Studios GmbH would keep approximately $57,642,542 - that's $8,349,322 more than on Steam.

At this revenue level, Epic's concrete platform fee would be $7,723,983. Epic charges 0% on the first $1 million in annual per-app revenue and then 12% on the remaining amount. On GOG (30% cut), the developer would earn approximately $45,756,567.

Note: This is a hypothetical comparison. Actual sales volumes differ significantly between platforms, and Steam's larger user base typically drives substantially higher sales.

How long do players spend in Ori and the Will of the Wisps?

According to SteamSpy data, players spend an average of 15.9 hours in Ori and the Will of the Wisps, with a median playtime of 11.4 hours. This indicates solid player engagement.

What is Ori and the Will of the Wisps's Metacritic score?

Ori and the Will of the Wisps has a Metacritic score of 88/100, which is considered "generally favorable" by critics. The Steam community rates the game 97% positive based on 136,690 user reviews.