Xsolla and Aethir launch a $1M grant program to support cloud gaming developers with GPU computing resources and cloud distribution. Learn more about the initiative.
By Eliza Crichton-Stuart
Updated March 17th 2025
Updated March 17th 2025
Xsolla and Aethir have announced a $1 million grant program designed to support video game developers focusing on cloud-based gaming. This initiative aims to provide developers with access to advanced GPU computing resources and efficient cloud gaming distribution channels. The announcement comes ahead of the Game Developers Conference (GDC) in San Francisco, one of the most significant gaming industry events, highlighting the companies’ commitment to innovation in cloud gaming.
Through this grant program, Xsolla and Aethir will offer financial and technological support to promising game development studios. The program is tailored for developers who are working on cloud gaming projects and require additional computing resources to enhance their games. Successful applicants will receive cloud credits, enabling them to optimize performance and attract more users to play games in the cloud. This initiative is designed to encourage the growth of cloud gaming by making GPU resources more accessible to developers working on innovative projects.
Xsolla and Aethir Announce $1M Grant Program for Cloud Gaming
Xsolla is a well-established global video game commerce company that operates in more than 200 geographies. The company provides a wide range of solutions for game developers, publishers, and creators, including over 1,000 payment methods, support for more than 130 currencies, and live operations services in over 25 languages. Xsolla’s cloud gaming platform offers a pay-as-you-go monetization model, allowing developers to efficiently distribute and monetize their games. With its extensive global network, Xsolla continues to provide tools that help developers successfully launch and expand their gaming projects.
Aethir specializes in decentralized GPU cloud computing, providing scalable and secure resources for advanced gaming and AI workloads. Unlike traditional centralized cloud providers that concentrate GPU resources in a few large data centers, Aethir’s distributed infrastructure spans 95 locations worldwide. This approach enhances accessibility, allowing game developers to reach a wider audience with lower latency. Aethir’s GPU-as-a-service model supports a range of gaming applications, including cloud gaming, smart TV gaming, augmented reality (AR) and virtual reality (VR) gaming, and blockchain gaming. With more than 400,000 globally distributed GPU containers, Aethir offers a reliable solution for developers looking to scale their cloud gaming projects efficiently.
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The partnership between Xsolla and Aethir aims to create a strong foundation for game developers looking to innovate in cloud gaming. By providing essential resources for user acquisition, monetization, and technical development, the grant program is positioned to accelerate the adoption of cloud-based gaming solutions. As the gaming industry continues to evolve, initiatives like this offer developers the tools they need to build and distribute the next generation of gaming experiences. For more details on Xsolla and Aethir’s $1M grant program, follow Aethir’s main X account and the Aethir Ecosystem account.
updated:
March 17th 2025
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March 17th 2025