Inside Wynncraft's Store: 13 Years, 5.2 Million Players, Zero Payment Members

Wynncraft has been one of Minecraft's biggest MMORPGs for over a decade. Tebex enabled them to scale without building needing an in-house payment operation.

The Anatomy of a Gaming Chargeback: Who Actually Pays When a Player Disputes a Sale?

When choosing a payment partner, the real question is who is on the hook when a dispute hits?

Why Do Video Games Have Higher Chargeback Rates Than Other E-Commerce?

The gap isn't about more criminal fraud overall. It's about stored cards, instant digital delivery, and a player base that skews young.

Who's Actually Responsible for Chargebacks Under Google Play's 2026 Policy?

Starting August 3, 2026, a $5 in-app purchase dispute on Google Play could cost your studio $25 or more. Google is dropping its chargeback protection - here’s what that actually means for your bottom line.

Meet Tebex at Gamescom 2026

Gamescom is back with 335,000+ developers, publishers, gamers, and more

Decoding ‘Merchant of Record’: How Tebex Redefines Payment Risk in Gaming

For game studios weighing who should legally own payments, tax, and disputes, and why that decision now lands on your balance sheet.

Beyond the 30% Fee: The Operational Costs of D2C Game Sales

A look at what direct to consumer monetization actually requires from a payments partner, and where Tebex fits the picture.

Who Owns the Chargeback? What Game Studios Need to Know in 2026

Google Play is shifting payment risk onto developers. Here's what it costs, what it means, and what to ask your payment provider right now.

What Is the Real Value of Direct-to-Consumer Game Sales Beyond Saving on Platform Fees?

The 25-30% fee savings headline is real, but it is not why direct-to-consumer sales matter most for game studios.

The App Store Legal Fight Is Basically Over. The Counterparty Question Is Just Starting.

Another ruling just closed off Apple's path to fight the DMA. For studio monetization leaders, the more useful question isn't about app stores anymore.

How OPSUCHT.net Grew Revenue by Over 500% with Tebex

"Tebex delivers. The checkout enjoys a level of trust among Minecraft players that we could never have built with an in-house solution."

Why Game Studios Need to Rethink Their Payment Setup Right Now

The real vendor selection decision for your game payments is liability.

Direct to Consumer Gaming: Why Payment Liability Belongs on Your Balance Sheet Assessment

For Payments and Compliance Leads, the real decision isn't checkout design. It's who owns payment, tax, and dispute risk once you sell direct.

Building DTC Commerce for Games: Architecture, Integrations, and the MoR Layer

Think of Direct-To-Consumer (DTC) as a Monetization Bridge

Maintaining High Conversions Without Inviting Fraud Risk

Friendly fraud is an unavoidable reality of running a game store, but it should not have to break your business

Google Just Made The Hidden Liability in Your Payment Contract Visible

Why Google's new chargeback policy is a bigger deal than most realize.

What's Changing with Google Play Chargebacks in 2026

The latest in Google Play Chargebacks policy in 2026, and what are developers' responsibilities

The $5 Chargeback That Costs You $30. (And Why It Doesn't Have to.)

A player disputes a $5 in-game purchase. Here’s how it impacts your entire payment stack.

Why Game Studios Are Taking Payments Into Their Own Hands - And What That Requires

A practical guide to direct to consumer (DTC) monetization for game studios, and what to look for in a commerce partner.

How Player Spending Is Changing in 2026 - Gamesbeat Summit Recap

Growth in games is no longer a funnel. It is a relationship. At Gamesbeat Summit 2026, a panel on player data and monetization made the shift concrete, and the implications for studio revenue are significant.

Hytale X Tebex

How Hytale Powered a Massive D2C Launch with Tebex

Hytale turned to Tebex to handle payments on a global-scale at launch including compliance, community engagement and UGC monetization. Read how Hytale achieved over 20% of community-powered sales in the first 48 hours.

The EU Withdrawal Button Rule: Most Global Studios Are Not Ready

New EU consumer rights are coming into force on June 19. Studios that miss the deadline do not just face a fine, but a compounding refund window on every EU sale

Choosing Your Gaming Payment Stack: A Head-to-Head Comparison of Top Providers

With monetization covering compliance, risk, and operations, choosing the right payment partner has never been more critical.

Beyond the Buy Button: Solving the 3 Subscription Failures That Kill Game Revenue

In this guide, we’ll show you the three subscription failures that cost games the most revenue - and exactly how to fix them.

DTC Monetization for Game Servers: How Tebex Unlocks Direct-to-Consumer Revenue

In the rapidly changing games market, owning your revenue channel is hard to ignore.

Join Tebex at Develop:Brighton 2026

Join Tebex as we bring over 14 years of gaming monetization experience to the Develop:Brighton expo.

Merchant of Record for Game Payments: What It Is and Why It Matters for Studios

As game studios take more control over how they sell to players, the merchant of record model is becoming one of the most practical decisions in the payment stack, and one of the least understood

Why Chargebacks Are Quietly Killing Your Game's Revenue (And What Actually Fixes It)

Understanding the chargeback workflow matters is the difference between winning or losing money.

The Gaming Studio’s Playbook for Chargebacks: Turning Monday Morning Panic into Profit

Looking for where to start to manage chargeback disputes? You've come to the right place.

Chargeback, disputes, and the new cost of running a mobile game

Google's announcement that developers will be responsible for purchase chargeback means a $5 microtransaction can now cost you $25–30 to dispute. But the transfer of payment risk from platforms to developers is even more crucial as an industry trend.

Join Tebex at VGC 2026

Tebex is proud to sponsor Vietnam Game Connect 2026.

Merchant of Record for Gaming: What It Actually Means

How Tebex Handles Payments, Taxes, and Chargebacks as your Mercahnt of Record

Tebex: A Direct-to-Consumer Monetization Platform for Mobile Games

Learn why leading studio choose Tebex to improve their Direct-to-Consumer monetization

Global Sales are a Liability

As more studios move toward direct-to-consumer sales the associated operational complexity becomes a bigger story.

Direct-to-Consumer for Mobile Games: Taking Control of Monetization

One of the main values of D2C is the system’s ability to reach players on any device they choose, ensuring a seamless transaction experience.

Does Your Merchant of Record Support Your Capital Needs?

Choosing an MoR is not a payments decision. It's a capital allocation and risk decision. And most studios aren't treating it that way.

Statement About Feather Client

State from Tebex GM Liam Wiltshire on recent Feather Client allegations.

Join Tebex at Gamesbeat Summit 2026

Tebex and Overwolf are proud to be Platinum Sponsors of Gamesbeat Summit 2026.

The Current Monetization Stack is Broken

The game has fundamentally changed. The infrastructure most studios rely on to monetise it hasn't kept pace - and the consequences are starting to show.

Recorded live at PGC 2026

D2C Monetization: A Cost-Saving Shift or Something More?

In this recorded session from PGC, we show why focusing only on the 25% fee cut misses the bigger opportunity - and how studios can turn regulatory change into real strategic advantage.

Newzoo X Tebex

Maximize Player Spend with this Free Whitepaper

Find out data-backed strategies in the free whitepaper from Newzoo and Tebex - trusted for over $1B+ in game payments.

Lunar X Tebex

Over the Moon with Minecraft Monetization

Lunar Client, the #1 choice for Minecraft enthusiasts, delivers unmatched performance, cutting-edge features, all of the latest updates and continuous innovation that players love. The team behind Lunar has been a key player in the Minecraft community since 2014 - initially staffing Minecraft servers and, in 2019, launching Lunar Client as a modpack designed for both competitive and creative play.

Recorded live at Live Service Gaming Summit 2025

How Leading Gaming Studios Maximize Player Spend

Get the recording of this data-rich keynote and discover the 5 overlooked levers that boost LTV and ATV.

Hypixel X Tebex

Building Worlds, Monetizing Dreams

In 2012, a group of developers set out to create something extraordinary with Hypixel.
Their Minecraft server quickly became a standout example of creativity, engaging players with new worlds filled with exciting mini-games, unique mechanics, and immersive environments.

Join Tebex at PG San Francisco 2026

Join Tebex at PG San Frnacisco to learn how studios like Boombit, Hypixel Studios, and Take-Two Interactive are using community-driven monetization in 2026.

Join Tebex's Exclusive GDC Supper Club

Join the biggest leaders in gaming for an evening focused on player-centric gaming experiences in 2026.

Why Mobile Games Should Stop Focusing on Apple and Google’s 30% Fees in 2026

D2C regulations didn’t just lower fees. They quietly changed who owns the player relationship.

Google, Epic, and the $800M Deal That Reframes Mobile Monetization

While large platforms will still try to use their influence to make gains, here are 5 lessons for developers to build a strong D2C strategy.

Here’s How to Monetize Your Hytale Server With Tebex

Launching a Hytale server? You've come to the right place.

Monetize Your Hytale Server From Day 1 with Tebex

Hytale has announced its launch date for January 13. Get launch ready today with Tebex Hytale-branded stores.

Meet Tebex at PGC London

Join us at PGC London as we explore how top studios and publishers like Rockstar Studios, Take-Two Interactive, Wildcard Studio, and more redefine the developer-player payment relationship. Stay tuned for more information about our live session with Liam Wiltshire, Director of Tebex. Book a meeting with Tebex here. | Full details here. Tebex is an extension of your studio - powering over $1.5 Billion in gaming paayments for in-game and web storefronts, obsessing over payments and sharing proa

Tebex Product Updates - November 2025

We’ve just rolled out a series of updates to take monetization to the next level! Check out the full breakdown below! Tebex has your back for Black Friday & Cyber Monday 2025 Black Friday and Cyber Monday are the biggest days of the year for many creators- when player activity surges, revenue peaks, and reliability matters more than ever. Thank you for trusting Tebex to power your store. We know this weekend isn’t just another event; it’s a critical moment for your business. That’s why w

Why the Google x Epic Settlement Is Only Part of the Story

Google–Epic reached a “comprehensive settlement” in San Francisco this week: unlocking lower Play fees + real alternative options. But the impact on mobile developer fees isn't as straightforward you might think.

Tebex Creator Spotlight: JG Scripts

In this edition of Creator Spotlight, we’re shining a light on JG Scripts, a standout FiveM partner combining technical expertise with creativity to deliver high-quality GTA RP experiences. Learn how they built a thriving business and became a Tebex Top Partner through innovation and dedication.

Tebex Product Updates - October 2025

We’ve just rolled out a series of updates to make managing your Tebex store smoother, faster, and more flexible — whether you’re a seasoned creator or just getting started. Get Ready for the Biggest Sales Season of the Year! The next few months are packed with opportunities to boost your store’s revenue — from Halloween to Black Friday, Cyber Monday, and the December Holidays. Now’s the perfect time to prepare your discounts, update your packages, and make sure your store is ready for the

Level Up Your Sales This Holiday Season

Black Friday (November 28th) and Cyber Monday (December 1st) are the biggest global shopping events of the year – and for Tebex creators, they’re a golden opportunity to supercharge your store. These events aren’t just about discounts; they’re about building hype, driving revenue, and keeping players engaged with your community long after the weekend is over. Why It Matters for Creators Black Friday & Cyber Monday are peak opportunities to: * Boost revenue with exclusive in-game bundles an

Game Monetization Strategies Every Studio Should Know

Maximize your game monetization with Tebex. We handle payments, taxes, and compliance so you can focus on building and scaling your player base.

Top Gaming Payment Solutions for All Game Platforms

Tebex offers secure gaming payment solutions with fraud protection, global tax handling, and easy integration—designed for game studios and developers.

Tebex Product Updates - September 2025

As summer wraps up, we’re excited to share what’s new on Tebex and what’s just around the corner. This month, we focused on making the Control Panel more intuitive, improving subscriptions, and laying the groundwork for even more powerful checkout options.

Tebex's Secure Solutions for Gaming Payment Processing

Power your game’s revenue with Tebex. Our gaming payment processing solution manages risk, supports global currencies, and maximizes conversions

Australia Joins the D2C Revolution

Australia’s Federal Court has ruled that Apple and Google misused their app store dominance, paving the way for greater D2C access in another major gaming market

Simplify Transactions With Tebex's Gaming Payment Gateway

Every successful in-game economy starts with a payment experience players can trust. Discover how Tebex empowers studios to sell globally while keeping transactions secure and connected to gameplay

Tebex Updates - August 2025

Over the past few weeks, the Tebex team has shipped updates to improve how you manage your store, drive more sales, and prepare for new features on the way. Here’s a quick look at what’s live and what’s coming soon.

Why Epic’s Latest Win Is Big News for Mobile Games

Epic Games just earned a massive victory against Google - for the second time. This is the second case in a few months where we've seen mobile monopolies busted wide open - the evidence is pointing to a paradigm shift in mobile gaming.

Game Changers 101: D2C Webstores

D2C webstores are an effective monetization model for developers to own both revenue and player relationships. But how did they begin?

Unlocking Player Spend at Live Service Gaming Summit 2025

Tebex is the lead sponsor of Live Service Gaming Summit 2025. Join us in London for two expert-led sessions on scaling player spend and launching high converting D2C strategies, backed by insights from over $1B in game payments.

Tebex Creator Spotlight: WarBandits

In this edition of the Creator Spotlight series, we sat down with WarBandits, the powerhouse behind one of Rust’s most popular and innovative gaming communities.

Apple’s $568M Fine Isn’t Just a Legal Ruling – It’s a Signal to Game Studios

The EU’s €500M fine against Apple is reshaping how game studios earn through D2C channels - read what studios need to do next.

What Yesterday’s Epic Ruling Means for App Developers, and What You Should Do About It

Direct-to-Consumer Just Got Easier. Learn Why Partnering with a Merchant of Record Like Tebex Is the Fastest Way to Start

Fighting Fraud and Winning Disputes with Tebex

Discover how Tebex protects over 30,000 creators from fraud and chargebacks everyday while maintaining one of the highest win rates in the industry

Tebex Creator Spotlight: Loverfella

In this first issue of our new Creator Spotlight series, we sat down with LoverFella, the powerhouse behind one of Minecraft's most popular servers.

Game Changers 101: Virtual Currencies

Virtual currencies have fueled and funded the video game industry for decades. Here's why.

The Biggest Digital Wallets in the World

Digital wallets have transformed online payments. Read how they shape online payments, and why it is essential for game studios and creators to support multiple payment options.

Game Changers 101: Microtransactions

From simple in-game offerings to a cornerstone of the industry’s monetization strategies

Tebex Updates - December 2024

Don't miss the latest updates and important feature launches from the Tebex product team.

Best Merchant of Record for Game Studios? 8 Questions To Ask

When it comes to gaming payments, know which questions to ask to find the right Merchant of Record for your gaming company.

Why D2C Payments Are the Next Big Thing in Gaming

Unlocking the future of game monetization.

Best Practices to Maximize Store Revenue

What does it take to be a leading gaming store?

Google’s Monopoly Ruling: A New Era for Mobile Game and App Developers

We're entering the era of open ecosystems with more developers control and freedom of creativity.

Gaming Payments vs. Gaming Payment Gateway: What You Need to Know

Dive into the main factors to consider when evaluating the right payment solution provider

6 Best Xsolla Competitors and Alternatives (2024)

Read on if you’re looking for the best payment provider you can also trust.

Mastering Player Retention

Strategies to Keep Your Gaming Community Thriving Player retention is the lifeline of any gaming community. Without a solid retention strategy, even the most well-designed game can struggle to maintain an active player base. Here's a comprehensive look at the key strategies to keep players engaged and invested in your game. Engaging and Rewarding Gameplay One of the most effective ways to retain players is by designing engaging and rewarding gameplay. This means creating experiences that are

Conan Exiles is now available on Tebex!

Tebex Now Officially Supports Conan Exiles for Game Server Monetization! We're thrilled to announce that Tebex has expanded its support to include Conan Exiles, opening up new possibilities for game server owners and communities worldwide! What is Conan Exiles? Conan Exiles is an open-world survival game set in the universe of Conan the Barbarian, created by Robert E. Howard. Developed and published by Funcom, the game was initially released in early access in January 2017 and had it

Tebex empowers Game Server Hosting Company via WHMCS

Tebex is thrilled to announce our latest integration into WHMCS via the Marketplace. Now, you can seamlessly integrate Tebex Checkout directly into your WHMCS platform with our new plugin, available on the WHMCS Marketplace! If you're new to Tebex, here are some of the benefits of choosing Tebex Checkout for game hosting servers over existing solutions in the WHMCS Marketplace: 1. Streamlined Checkout Process: Tebex Checkout simplifies the purchasing journey for your customers, providing a se

Amazing Partnership between Tebex and LeaderOS Support and Strengthen UGC Communities

Tebex, a global monetization engine for game servers and webstores, announces a partnership to help Creators Strengthen their UGC Communities. LeaderOS is an all-in-one website software for Minecraft servers. You can manage your server's website, monetize your server, manage support tickets, create a forum for player discussions, and provide unique experiences for your players with 30+ LeaderOS modules. The Tebex Headless API, available to all Tebex Creators, is an amazing tool that allows cre

Safer Internet Day: Three Ways To Help Keep Your Community Safe

This Safer Internet Day, Payments & Compliance specialist Dan Clarke wanted to share with you a few tips that we’ve picked up to help you provide a safe environment and content for new and existing users.  1. Write Store And Server Rules, Enforce Them, But Be Flexible It’s good to have clear, direct rules written in an easily understandable way. You don’t need to be too specific - emphasize following the spirit rather than the letter of the law. You can use your guidelines to help promote the

Tebex and Nitrado Announce Game Server Hosting Partnership

Tebex, a game monetization engine for game studios and game servers from Overwolf, announces a partnership to elevate products and services for new and existing customers of game server hosting providers, Nitrado, Apex Minecraft Hosting, and MCProHosting. Nitrado is a world leader in Game Server Hosting. They have over 100+ games available to rent on your Multiplayer Servers with a 4+ Million Customer Base. Apex Minecraft Hosting is the market leader for Minecraft server hosting in the English

Tebex and Nodecraft Announce Game Server Hosting Partnership

Tebex, a game monetization engine for game studios and game servers from Overwolf, announces a partnership to elevate products and services for new and existing customers of game server hosting provider, Nodecraft, Inc. Nodecraft, a premier game hosting provider, will provide a one-click integration for its customers in their server management control panel to quickly sign up or connect their Tebex webstore, allowing them to monetize their game servers in only a few clicks. "Our mission at Teb

Tebex Newsletter [Q1 2023 Edition]

Can you believe 2023 is already ¼ of the way behind us? With that said, here is the first edition of our Tebex quarterly newsletter where we’ll be sharing some important matters, and updates regarding our platform. First, a look back at 2022 - we had some amazing accomplishments: * We announced that Tebex had been acquired by Overwolf, the all-in-one platform that enables creators to build, share, and monetize in-game apps and mods. * Earlier this year, we introduced the “Upselling” module f

5 Best Practices to Take Your Tebex Store Revenue to the Next Level

Your Tebex Store is a gateway into how new and existing buyers and players can engage with you, your content, and your products. Tebex has over 10 years of experience in the space and we’re happy to share some best practices to help you take your store to the next level. Provide Detailed Product Descriptions Product descriptions are a critical part of your store experience. They should be detailed and accurate, providing customers with all the information they need to make an informed purchas

Effective Marketing Strategies for Decision Making, A Tebex Store Owner's Guide

In the digital age, e-commerce platforms have revolutionized the way consumers shop. However, with the vast number of options available, it can be difficult for consumers to decide which products to purchase. This is where effective marketing strategies come in to help customers decide to purchase your products. In this blog article, part 5 of our Customer Funnel Series, we'll explore some effective strategies to help customers/players decide on a product, close more sales and drive revenue. P

Maximizing Your Tebex Store Potential: The Benefits and Strategies of Subscription Revenue Models

Subscription revenue, or recurring revenue, is a business model where a customer pays a regular fee to access a product or service.

5 Reasons Game Hosting Providers Should Partner with Tebex

As Head of Sales and Creator Success at Tebex, it's ingrained in me to help creators grow their stores through all sorts of sales techniques and micro marketing implementations. In the same way, in my previous role as head of a game hosting company, I understand exactly the struggles and hurdles hosting companies are faced with to create a positive impact in their top revenue. In this post, we’ll discuss some struggles such as increasing their revenue base, decreasing customer churn, and increa

4 Effective Marketing Strategies to Help Customers Evaluate Products : A Tebex Store Owner's Guide

Marketing can be a powerful tool for helping customers evaluate products, as it provides them with the information they need to make informed decisions. In this blog article, part 4 of our Customer Funnel Series, we'll explore some effective strategies to help effectively market their products to potential customers/players and help them evaluate the benefits of each option. Show off your most popular products As explained in the "Interest" post before, it is important to include as much deta

5 Marketing Strategies for Increasing Customer Interest in Your Store: A Tebex Store Owner's Guide

Marketing plays a vital role in the success of your Tebex store. In part 2 we learned about effective strategies to boost your store's awareness. Creating interest helps attract and retain customers, and ultimately drives sales. Today, in part 3 of our Customer Funnel Series, we'll explore some effective strategies for increasing customer “Interest” in your Tebex store: Categories: There are so many different types of categories to organize your products, so feel free to look around and compare

7 Proven Strategies to Boost Awareness and Drive Sales for Your Online Store: A Tebex Store Owner's Guide

Want to increase awareness and drive sales for your online store? Try these 5 proven strategies: utilize social media, run paid ads, collaborate with influencers, in-server messages, and get player referrals.

Optimize Game Server Sales with a Customer Funnel: A Tebex Store Owner's Guide

As a Tebex Store owner, it's important to understand the journey your player goes through when considering and making a purchase from your store. This is known as a customer funnel, and it's a model that helps businesses understand the various stages that a player goes through on their way to becoming a paying customer. This blog series will be a multi-part series. Today we will focus only on the general overview. The 5 basic stages of a customer funnel typically include: Awareness: This is t