- Xsolla partners with Affirm (AFRM, Financial) to offer flexible payment solutions to game developers in the U.S.
- Affirm's payment options allow players to split purchases into interest-free biweekly payments or monthly installments.
- The partnership aims to enhance player engagement and drive growth for both developers and consumers.
Xsolla, a prominent figure in the global video game commerce space, has announced a significant partnership with Affirm (AFRM), a leading payment network renowned for its transparent and flexible payment options. This collaboration aims to incorporate Affirm's payment solutions into Xsolla's payment tools, providing game developers in the U.S. with a means to offer players smarter payment choices. Plans are in place to extend this offering to Canada and the UK in the upcoming months.
With this partnership, game developers using Xsolla's checkout services can now enable players to split their purchases into convenient, interest-free biweekly payments or opt for longer-term monthly installment plans for carts starting at $50. This flexibility allows players to manage their expenses better without encountering any late or hidden fees while purchasing games or in-game content.
Chris Hewish, President of Communication & Strategy at Xsolla, expressed enthusiasm about the partnership, stating, "By integrating Affirm’s customer-first payment options—known for their flexibility and predictability—we’re empowering developers to offer gamers a smarter way to pay for the content they love while driving deeper engagement and long-term growth."
Pat Suh, Senior Vice President of Revenue at Affirm, echoed this sentiment by highlighting the transformational impact this will have on the gaming industry: “For developers, it means offering their communities a trusted payment option that can help drive engagement and growth. For players, it delivers more control and choice in how they pay for the content they love.”
