Xsolla Site Builder allows partners to create a site to sell or distribute game keys and game copies. Key features include:
- Ready-to-use set of patterns and themes
- Game Keys Widget as a monetization option
- Publishing on Xsolla’s domain
- Google Analytics
- Compliance with the GDPR requirements
- Protection against security breaches and DDoS attacks
Basic Concepts
Basic concepts of Site Builder include:
Blocks
Blocks are the logically divided sections in Site Builder combining components with the same purposes.
To find all the blocks, go to Publisher Account > Site Builder > Open Site Builder.
| Block | Description |
|---|---|
| Header | Key actions related to the game: language settings, loggin in, shopping cart, and custom buttons. |
| Call to action | Features to prompt an immediate response from users or encouraging them with an immediate sale. |
| Gallery | Images, screenshots, and videos used to increase interest to the game. |
| Description | Texts and media materials to increase interest to the game. |
| Packs | Sales of game subscriptions, preorders, and game keys on various levels. |
| Store | Sales of virtual items and virtual currency. |
| News | Latest news and updates that may be interesting for gamers. |
| Social media widgets | Access to social networks of games for faster communication with gamers. |
| FAQ | Most common questions and answers related to the game. |
| Custom code | HTML scripts for custom features that are not provided in Site Builder. |
| System requirements | Minimum and recommended hardware and software needed to download and launch the game correctly on different platforms. |
| Footer | Extra options and information related to the game. |
Components
Components are the separate features in Site Builder grouped by logical blocks.
| Component | Description |
|---|---|
| Log in | Log in users to the landing page and give them access to private landing sections. Located in the Header block. |
| Button | Sell packages and subscriptions. Located in the Header/Call-to-action block. |
| Subscribe | Subscribe users to a newsletter and get the latest news and updates. Located in the Call-to-action block. |
| Platforms | Make the game available for downloading on different platforms by providing a link. Located in the Call-to-action block. |
| Lightbox | Show a pop-up with a game trailer from YouTube/Vimeo. Located in the Call-to-action block block. |
| Content | Upload and edit the latest news and updates from Launcher and change the settings for its publication. Located in the News block. |
| Store | Load virtual items and virtual currency from Store and sell on the landing page. Located in the Store block. |
| Share options | Share the game link in different social networks. Located in the Footer block. |
| Age restrictions | Restrict access to the game for the users of a certain age. Located in the Footer block. |
| Global theme | Set up the landing global style with page backgrounds, key colors, and fonts. Located in the Global Theme block. |
| Language settings | Localize the landing into different languages to make the page available for certain game audiences. Located in the Language settings block. |
| Assets | Upload media materials to use them in any landing blocks. Located in the Assets settings block. |
Extra Tools
Extra tools are the additional apps that help to promote the game and attract more users.
To find all the tools, go to Publisher Account > Site Builder > Configure > Apps.
| Tool | Description |
|---|---|
| Google Tag Manager | Manage JavaScript and HTML tags used to track your site's traffic. |
| Google Analytics | Track and report your site's traffic. |
| Facebook Pixel | A piece of code for your website that lets you measure, optimize, and build audiences for your advertising campaigns. |
| Twitter Pixel | Track the actions users take after viewing or engaging with your ads on Twitter. |
| Google Ads | This guide is designed to get you up to speed quickly, so you can create successful ads and turn your advertising investment into revenue. |
| Facebook Ads | This guide is designed to help you with everything you need to know in order to set up your Facebook ad campaign. |
| Google Optimize | Manage A/B testing, website testing & personalization tools for small businesses to help deliver engaging customer experiences. |
| Game magazines | Find websites to present your game and introduce new people to your gaming world. |
| Xsolla Partner Network | Create and manage influencer and affiliate programs. |
User Flow
Integration Flow
To integrate Site Builder:
- Register an Xsolla Publisher Account.
- Create a project.
- Configure the basic integration of the Game Keys module.
- Create a site.
Creating a Project
- Go to Projects and click Create new project.
- In setup mode:
- Add project name.
- Provide a link to the game’s site.
- Disable webhooks.
- Enable tokenless integration.
Creating a Site
- Go to the Site Builder section and click Create site.
- Provide a Site URL.
- Go to the Site Builder application and continue working on the site.
- In Game Keys section settings choose the packages you want to sell on your site.
Note:
You can manage publication settings in Publisher Account.
Recipes
Our Recipes will help you try out some of the advanced features of Site Builder: