Irina Ignatova
Game Development Education: The UK Case Study
Formal training in game development is still a relatively young field in the UK, but a handful of private schools are helping set the standard for how it’s taught. Among them are Escape Studios and DoubleJump Academy: two institutions with a shared mission to prepare students for careers in games, animation, and visual effects.
Southeast Asia as a Key Player in Mobile Game Development
With nearly 2 billion mobile game downloads in Q1 2025 and rapid growth in monetization, the Southeast Asian region (SEA) has become one of the major hubs for mobile game development.
A Decade of Streaming and Content Creation: Faces
This is the second article in our anniversary series on streaming & content creation in gaming. Let’s see how influential streamers have shaped gaming content over the past decade.
A Decade of Streaming and Content Creation: Numbers
This article examines how streaming charts have changed from 2015 to 2025, pointing out the main differences and what's developed over the last ten years.
2024 Closed With 19% YoY Growth in Video Games Investment
The Q1 2025 Edition of The Xsolla Report: State of Play emphasizes the gaming industry’s growth, driven by established industry giants and increasing investment, particularly in tech-focused segments.
Play Like a Girl: Brands Are Increasingly Targeting Women
The Autumn 2024 Edition of The Xsolla Report: The State of Play highlights women's impact, from leadership roles to streaming platforms, and how their contributions drive change.
The Rise of Digital Wallets Among Gamers: Are Webshops Next in Line
The Autumn 2024 Edition of The Xsolla Report: The State of Play highlights the rising trend of web shop usage: 77% of players report purchases through web shops.
A $24b Market: Why Do Game Studios Pay Influencers
The value of the global influencer market has tripled since 2019, reaching $21.1 billion in 2023. Let’s dive deeper into aspects of this promising industry.
The Philippines As a Hub For Indie Developers and Affordable Outsourcers
The Philippines' gaming market has been rapidly expanding, driven by a young, digitally connected population. The market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 7.34% in 2023-2028, resulting in a projected market volume of 2.77 billion USD by 2028.
Global Wireless Infrastructure Revenue Increased by 20%
In the Spring Edition of the Quarterly Report, Xsolla explores the evolving dynamics and innovations of telcos paired with gaming businesses.
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