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Xsolla rolls out publishing tools to keep players 'engaged' after the first purchase
Commerce company Xsolla has launched new tools for its publishing suite designed to help PC game studios enhance player engagement after initial purchases. These tools include a community hub for direct player interaction, a no-code template for live ops events, dedicated merchandising experiences, and a centralized notification system within the Xsolla Launcher. Xsolla president Chris Hewish stated the goal is to give studios their own channel to maintain player relationships and control their monetization schedules.
XSOLLA RELEASES NEW INDUSTRY REPORT HIGHLIGHTING THE SHIFT TOWARD DIRECT-TO-CONSUMER MODELS AS THE NEW BASELINE FOR MONETIZATION
Xsolla's latest report highlights the significant shift towards direct-to-consumer (D2C) models in the video game industry, moving from an experimental strategy to a core operating model. The report indicates that D2C revenue is growing substantially faster than overall mobile game revenue, driven by regulatory changes and publisher adoption. This shift allows studios to build direct relationships with players, optimize lifetime value, and improve margins.
XSOLLA EXPANDS ITS COMMUNITY MANAGEMENT TOOLS FOR CREATORS, COMMUNITY LEADERS, AND RESELLERS
Xsolla has announced significant expansions to its community management tools, catering to creators, community leaders, and emerging markets. These new features aim to provide a formal commerce layer for individuals and groups who drive game discovery, player loyalty, and sales, addressing a gap in the industry's infrastructure. The company will showcase these offerings at TwitchCon Rotterdam.
XSOLLA LAUNCHES XSOLLA CLUB, A GLOBAL INITIATIVE DESIGNED TO EMPOWER THE GAME DEVELOPMENT COMMUNITY
Xsolla has launched Xsolla Club, a global initiative combining physical hubs and a digital platform to support game developers, startups, students, and creators. The first physical hub will open in Tel Aviv on May 25, 2026, offering workspaces, event programming, and a digital app for community engagement and access.
XSOLLA AND SKICH ANNOUNCE STRATEGIC PARTNERSHIP TO BRING MERCHANT OF RECORD PAYMENTS TO AN ALTERNATIVE MOBILE GAME MARKETPLACE
Xsolla and Skich have announced a strategic partnership where Xsolla will act as the Merchant of Record for payments on Skich's alternative mobile game marketplace. This collaboration aims to simplify monetization for developers by handling payments, tax compliance, and commerce infrastructure for games distributed through Skich on iOS in the EU and Android globally.
XSOLLA ANNOUNCES XSOLLA ADS, A PLAYER-POWERED GROWTH PLATFORM, BRINGING IT TO MOBILE'S PREMIER GROWTH COMMUNITY AT MAU LAS VEGAS 2026
Xsolla has announced the expansion of Xsolla Ads into a unified player growth engine, combining rewarded advertising and first-party transaction data to convert non-paying players into revenue for developers. The platform will be showcased at MAU Las Vegas 2026, aiming to address challenges in mobile game monetization and user acquisition. Early partners have reported significant increases in revenue and paying users.
XSOLLA TO SHOWCASE GLOBAL COMMERCE PLATFORM AND EXPANDED VIETNAM PRESENCE AT VIETNAM GAMEVERSE 2026
Xsolla, a global video game commerce company, announced its participation in Vietnam GameVerse 2026 to showcase its platform and expand its presence in Vietnam. The company plans to acquire a stake in Wetaps Corporation to facilitate international developers' entry into the Vietnamese market and support local studios in reaching global audiences. Xsolla will also highlight its Web Shop and LiveOps Management tools at the event.
XSOLLA PARTNERS WITH DE LA SALLE-COLLEGE OF SAINT BENILDE TO LAUNCH A GLOBAL PUBLISHING PLATFORM FOR THE NEXT GENERATION OF FILIPINO GAME DEVELOPERS
Xsolla has partnered with De La Salle-College of Saint Benilde to create a global publishing platform for Filipino game developers. This collaboration will provide students with direct access to Xsolla's publishing infrastructure, including a co-developed game launcher and distribution platform, along with technical training and analytics tools. The initiative aims to accelerate the momentum of the Philippines' growing game development ecosystem and connect student-created games to a worldwide audience.
XSOLLA PARTNERS WITH CYPRUS GAME MAKERS ASSOCIATION (CYGMA) AS THE ISLAND EMERGES AS A GAME DEVELOPMENT HUB
Xsolla has announced a strategic partnership with the Cyprus Game Makers Association (CYGMA) to provide game developers in Cyprus with commerce infrastructure and industry expertise. This collaboration aims to help local studios distribute and monetize their games globally, leveraging Cyprus's growing status as a game development hub.
XSOLLA RELEASES NEW INDUSTRY REPORT IDENTIFYING THE BIGGEST OPPORTUNITIES FOR THE FUTURE OF VIDEO GAMES FOR DEVELOPERS
Xsolla's latest report identifies key opportunities for video game developers, highlighting the growing importance of direct-to-player commerce, expansion into high-growth global markets like India and Southeast Asia, and the strategic use of AI to improve operations. The report emphasizes that studios adapting their commercial strategies and embracing these trends are best positioned for future success.