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Capture more holiday demand with Xsolla’s expanded payments portfolio
November 5, 2025•3 min
The holiday season is here, and with it comes a surge in spending, gifting, and player activity across every market. To help developers meet that demand and turn seasonal engagement into lasting growth, Xsolla is expanding its payments portfolio with 10 new local payment methods across Europe, Asia, Africa, and Latin America.
By adding regionally trusted options like MB Way, JKOPay, Paidy, Airtel Mobile Money, MTN Mobile Money, Paga, MVola, Spenn, Mercado Pago, and Bank Transfers in Nigeria, Xsolla is making it easier than ever for players to pay the way they want, no cards required.
“Holiday launches are won or lost at checkout,” said Chris Hewish, President at Xsolla. “By adding the local payment methods players already trust from wallets across Africa and Latin America to BNPL in Japan and mobile wallets in Taiwan and Portugal, we’re helping studios turn festive demand into durable relationships.”
As mobile-first players continue to shape the global market, regional payment preferences are evolving fast. Wallets, Pay-by-Bank, and BNPL options now outpace traditional cards, particularly among younger audiences. Supporting these payment rails not only improves conversion rates but also fosters trust and familiarity, two essential elements for long-term retention.
With Xsolla’s expanded payment coverage, developers can now:
Meeting players where they are
Every region has its preferred method of payment. In Portugal, MB Way has become a household name for fast, mobile-first transactions. In Taiwan, JKOPay combines mobile wallet convenience with QR code payments and loyalty benefits. In Japan, Paidy is redefining checkout flexibility with a Buy Now, Pay Later (BNPL) option that allows players to pay in full or in installments—all without needing a credit card. Across Africa, mobile money continues to dominate everyday spending. Airtel Mobile Money and MTN Mobile Moneynow enable seamless approvals through app or USSD, while Paga and Bank Transfers in Nigeria simplify pay-by-bank flows for players who prefer direct transactions. MVola, Madagascar’s leading wallet, and Spenn, popular in Rwanda and Zambia, both offer instant, wallet-led confirmations that remove friction from every purchase. In Latin America, Mercado Pago—one of the region’s most trusted payment platforms—extends access in Uruguay, providing developers with a familiar, local way to reach millions of players across the continent.Local rails, global opportunity
“Holiday launches are won or lost at checkout,” said Chris Hewish, President at Xsolla. “By adding the local payment methods players already trust from wallets across Africa and Latin America to BNPL in Japan and mobile wallets in Taiwan and Portugal, we’re helping studios turn festive demand into durable relationships.”
As mobile-first players continue to shape the global market, regional payment preferences are evolving fast. Wallets, Pay-by-Bank, and BNPL options now outpace traditional cards, particularly among younger audiences. Supporting these payment rails not only improves conversion rates but also fosters trust and familiarity, two essential elements for long-term retention.
With Xsolla’s expanded payment coverage, developers can now:
- Reduce friction at checkout with locally recognized methods
- Increase conversion and approval rates in emerging markets
- Deliver a seamless, localized player experience without adding complexity
Simplify your global payments strategy
From indie creators to AAA studios, Xsolla’s end-to-end payment infrastructure empowers developers to grow revenue across markets without worrying about compliance, fraud prevention, or regional setup. Whether you’re launching your next big holiday campaign or expanding into new regions, Xsolla’s payments platform makes it simple to reach more players, accept more payments, and capture more value—anywhere in the world. Learn more about Xsolla’s expanded payment coverage by scheduling a meeting with an Xsolla expert or start enabling these payment coverage methods today at xsolla.com/payments.Featured articles
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