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Xsolla expands payment coverage in Latin America with Mercado Pago to unlock new growth for developers in Uruguay
January 15, 2026•3 min
As the Latin American gaming market continues its rapid rise, developers are seeking new ways to connect with players across diverse economies and payment ecosystems. With the latest expansion of Xsolla Pay Station to include Mercado Pago in Uruguay, Xsolla is empowering studios to reach millions of new players through one of the region’s most trusted and widely adopted digital wallets.
This new integration strengthens Xsolla’s presence in Latin America and marks another step in the company’s mission to create hyper-local, player-first payment experiences that drive developer success across emerging markets. By partnering with Mercado Pago, Latin America’s leading fintech platform, developers can now unlock seamless, secure, and familiar transactions for players in Uruguay, one of the region’s most digitally advanced markets, and beyond.
This latest addition to the Xsolla payment network represents more than just an integration; it serves as a gateway to new opportunities for studios looking to establish or scale their presence in Latin America. Developers can remain focused on creating engaging gaming experiences while Xsolla manages the complexities of regional compliance, payment diversity, subscriptions, and currency support.
Unlocking growth across Latin America
Mercado Pago dominates the regional digital payments landscape, powering approximately 77% of wallet-based online payments in Latin America and serving more than 60 million active users across seven countries, including Uruguay, Brazil, Chile, and Mexico. By adding Mercado Pago to Pay Station, developers gain direct access to a massive, engaged audience while ensuring that local players can pay using methods they already know and trust. The integration offers a range of benefits that align with local preferences and enhance player satisfaction:- Trusted regional payment method: Mercado Pago is the most recognized digital wallet in Latin America, offering a secure, reliable, and familiar checkout experience that builds confidence and reduces payment friction.
- Multiple funding options: Players can fund their accounts using credit and debit cards, linked bank accounts, bank transfers, wallet balances, or cash payments through local networks, ensuring accessibility for a broad player base.
- Automated subscriptions: Support for recurring payments enables effortless subscription management, helping developers drive retention while simplifying billing for players.
- Real-time confirmations: Instant transaction processing and payment confirmations create smoother checkout flows, improving conversion rates and reducing abandonment.
- Localized experiences: Transactions are supported in local currency and language, delivering an intuitive and culturally aligned payment experience.
- Expanded regional reach: Developers can extend coverage beyond Uruguay to other key Latin American markets where Mercado Pago is widely adopted, connecting with millions of additional potential players.
Empowering developers through local connections
“Our mission at Xsolla is to empower developers everywhere with the tools to access new players and grow their revenue,” said Chris Hewish, President of Xsolla. “By adding Mercado Pago in Uruguay, we’re reinforcing our commitment to provide hyper-local payment options that meet the expectations of Latin American players and give developers a powerful way to meet players where they are, using the local payment methods they already trust.”
This latest addition to the Xsolla payment network represents more than just an integration; it serves as a gateway to new opportunities for studios looking to establish or scale their presence in Latin America. Developers can remain focused on creating engaging gaming experiences while Xsolla manages the complexities of regional compliance, payment diversity, subscriptions, and currency support.
Expanding Access to a Global Payment Network
From Latin America to the rest of the world, Xsolla continues to expand its global payment ecosystem, helping developers offer localized solutions that unlock new markets and drive long-term growth. With the addition of Mercado Pago in Uruguay, Xsolla further solidifies its role as a trusted bridge between game creators and global audiences, connecting innovation with opportunity, one payment at a time. To add Mercado Pago as a payment option for your game, schedule a meeting with an Xsolla expert today!Featured articles
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