Xsolla expands local payment options in Nigeria through full Paga ecosystem integration

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Xsolla expands local payment options in Nigeria through full Paga ecosystem integration

December 3, 2025•4 min

Meeting players where they pay in Africa’s largest mobile-first market

As global gaming continues to grow across emerging regions, local payment experiences have become central to developers' expansion. Nowhere is this shift more apparent than in Nigeria, West Africa’s most populous country, home to more than 230 million people and one of the continent’s fastest-growing gaming economies. In Nigeria, gaming revenue is projected to surpass $300 million in 2024, driven by rising smartphone penetration, a young player base, and a massive shift toward digital banking and mobile wallets. But to reach these players effectively, developers must offer payment options that reflect how Nigerians transact every day. That’s why Xsolla’s latest expansion is so significant: the full integration of Nigeria’s Paga ecosystem, one of the country’s largest and most trusted mobile-money operators. With more than 20 million users, Paga provides nationwide access to digital transfers, mobile wallets, bank payments, and cash deposits, unlocking a comprehensive, familiar, and flexible payment experience for players across all regions and devices.

Why Paga is essential to Nigeria’s gaming future

To serve Nigeria’s diverse, mobile-first audience, payment experiences must be simple, secure, and designed for real-world use, not just high-card-penetration environments. Paga offers precisely that. As a licensed mobile money operator with extensive national reach, Paga enables millions of Nigerians to make fast, secure online payments without a credit card. Their network covers:

Pay with Paga (wallet-based payments)
Bank Transfers with Paga
Cash by Paga (cash deposits through local agents)

By integrating this full suite directly into Xsolla Pay Station, developers can support seamless player transactions—whether purchases are made online, in-app, or at agent locations nationwide. This comprehensive approach addresses key barriers to monetization, enabling players to pay conveniently using methods that align with their daily financial habits.

What developers gain from the Paga integration

To help studios understand how this update impacts revenue, conversion, and player reach, here are the core benefits: Instant confirmations, 24/7 With Paga, players receive real-time payment verification, ensuring smoother and more reliable checkout flows with no waiting. This reduces drop-offs and keeps players engaged. A trusted experience for 20M+ Nigerians With one of the country’s largest digital financial footprints, Paga is already a familiar and highly trusted brand. Offering it at checkout gives players confidence and increases purchase completion. Higher conversion and broader reach Paga helps developers:

Reduce failed card transactions
Reach wallet-first and underbanked users
Access players who prefer alternate payment methods
Increase revenue through localized payment optimization

In a market where card declines are common, Paga provides a more stable and accessible path to monetization.

A step forward for Nigeria’s booming gaming ecosystem

Nigeria’s gaming audience is young, mobile-first, and increasingly connected. With the rapid adoption of digital wallets and transfers, offering the correct payment methods is key to capturing long-term growth. Through Paga, Xsolla enables developers to:

Reach millions of new players who rely on mobile money
Remove friction in the payment journey
Build stronger, trust-based relationships with Nigerian users
Expand confidently into one of Africa’s highest-potential markets

This integration reinforces Xsolla’s commitment to empowering developers to scale globally through localized, player-first payment experiences.

What Xsolla leadership is saying

“Introducing Paga as a new payment method to players in Nigeria reflects our commitment to meeting players where they are,” said Chris Hewish, President at Xsolla. “Paga’s strong local presence and trusted platform make it easier for Nigerian players to engage confidently, ensuring that convenience and security go hand in hand.” His perspective highlights the broader industry trend: local payment ecosystems are not optional—they are the foundation of successful global monetization.

Why this matters now

Nigeria is a cornerstone of Africa’s digital and mobile economy. With online payments accelerating and gaming interest expanding, the need for localized financial solutions is greater than ever. The Paga integration is part of Xsolla’s larger global strategy to: