The Web Shop Arena developer competition is back. This time, $100,000 is up for grabs

Xsolla has announced the second season of the mobile game developers' contest. It's suitable for those interested in launching their own D2C channel and earning from direct sales to players.

The key change in Web Shop Arena compared to the first season is that there are no losers. Every studio can win a prize of up to five thousand dollars.

As for those teams that showcase the best web shops in the contest finals, they can count on additional prizes: ranging from cash payments to an advertising budget of up to eighteen thousand dollars with partner Emarka.

How will the contest take place?

Participants will need to complete four sprints and implement all possible monetization features for the game: launching a Web Shop, optimizing Pay Station, promoting the store, and setting up LiveOps tools.

At each stage, studios will receive feedback and support from Xsolla experts.

Mobile free-to-play games available on the App Store or Google Play can participate. Important: only projects in which Xsolla Web Shop has not yet been integrated are eligible.

Applications are being accepted until September 30. You can submit yours via this link.