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Xsolla

Game commerce suite with mobile SDK, web shop, global payments, subscriptions and in-game purchase infrastructure for developers.

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US Est. 2005 Active Payment Gateway / PSP

Our Verdict

Turnkey monetization for game studios β€” convenience is real, but the rev share hits hard at serious scale.

Pros

  • Built specifically for game commerce
  • Mobile SDK, web shop, subscriptions included
  • Global payment methods covered for gaming
  • Handles merchant-of-record tax globally

Cons

  • Fees higher than generic gateways
  • Revenue share model can sting at scale
  • Payout delays reported historically
  • Overkill outside games/digital goods
Best for: Game developers and studios selling digital goods globally wanting merchant-of-record coverage Not for: Non-gaming businesses or large studios where rev share economics hurt

When to Use Xsolla

Good fit if you need

  • Web shop for games selling outside Apple/Google stores
  • Global payment acceptance with mobile SDK for game developers
  • Subscription and in-game purchase infrastructure for studios

Xsolla Pricing

Pricing Model
usage
Free Tier
Yes
Entry Price
β€”
Enterprise Available
No
Transparency Score
β€”

Beta β€” estimates may differ from actual pricing

1,000
1001K10K100K1M
10,000
1K10K100K1M10M

Estimated Monthly Cost

$25

Estimated Annual Cost

$300

Estimates are approximate and may not reflect current pricing. Always check the official pricing page.

Lock-in Assessment

Medium 3/5
Lock-in Score
3/5

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