Sequence Pay: one solution for all web3 game payments

December 8 2024

Web3 games deserve payment solutions as innovative as the experiences they offer. That’s why we’re excited to unveil Sequence Pay, a revolutionary payment solution designed for building applications involving NFT purchases, wallet integrations, or in-game asset transactions.

Sequence Pay combines diverse payment options, robust security, and seamless integration into a single solution. It is Ideal for blockchain game developers, creators, and app developers who want to accept fiat for their marketplaces or primary sale purchases.

Read all the details about this future-proof solution and how to get started!

The challenge: Payments in web3 are too complex

The web3 ecosystem is brimming with potential, but payment-related barriers often hinder its growth. Game developers face a daunting challenge when integrating payment solutions into their blockchain-based games:

• Fragmented UX. Players often struggle with disjointed payment flows. For example:

  • A user holding ETH in one wallet might need to transfer it to another wallet to make an in-game purchase.
  • Switching between platforms for currency swaps or fiat on-ramping interrupts the player experience, leading to frustration and potential abandonment.

• Limited payment options. While many platforms cater exclusively to crypto users, the inability to accept credit or debit cards alienates a large segment of potential customers. Similarly, native tokens often lack liquidity, forcing developers to prioritize widely accepted cryptocurrencies and miss out on fostering their token ecosystems.

• Integration complexity. Creating a smooth payment experience requires significant technical effort:

  • Developers must integrate multiple services for fiat on-ramping, crypto swaps, and NFT purchases.
  • Managing compliance and payment security further complicates the process.
  • Transaction flows often require multiple steps (e.g., token approvals, swaps, purchases), which can confuse users and lead to errors.

• Missed revenue opportunities. Without flexible, user-friendly payment systems, developers risk alienating players who encounter friction at checkout. The results are lost sales and reduced engagement.

Sequence Pay: Web3 payments made simple

Sequence Pay addresses the complexity of handling multi-currency payments, swaps, on-ramping, and transactions in blockchain games, marketplaces, launchpads, and more.

The solution introduces streamlined methods and user interface flows in Sequence Kit for web, Sequence Unity and Unreal Engine SDKs, as well as APIs that allow developers to:

• Smart Swap currencies with Sequence in player wallets to another currency on the same chain. Developers can define the target currency and Sequence will handle everything, including the UI and flow.
• Purchase an ERC721 or ERC1155 token using a primary or secondary sale contract such as a marketplace, with the following payment options:
  • Purchase with any cryptocurrency in the wallet.
  • Transfer funds from another wallet to a Sequence wallet and purchase.
  • Pay with NFT Checkout using a credit or debit card which will intelligently detect the correct provider for each region, chain and currency.
  • Pay with another cryptocurrency in a wallet by doing an automated swap and purchase.

No matter if a developer is building blockchain games or digital marketplaces to offer seamless cryptocurrency or credit/debit card purchases, or launching primary sales through webshops, Sequence Pay allows them to simplify integration, delight players, and unlock new revenue opportunities:

1. Simplified integration

Streamlined methods for currency swaps, direct NFT purchases and fiat on-ramps with built-in UI via Sequence Kit. Sequence automatically detects and presents the available payment options based on the transaction to simplify the integration and user experience.

2. Diverse payment options

Allows users to pay with crypto, credit/debit cards, or via your own token. Simply provide liquidity for your native token on a decentralized exchange (DEX) to get support for Sequence Smart Swaps.

3. Better experience through Sequence Wallets

Combine Sequence smart wallets with Sequence Pay for the best payment UX possible. Most payment options in crypto require multiple transactions, such as separate Approve / Swap transactions when interacting with an ERC20 on a DEX. Since we can batch transactions via Sequence wallets, multiple interactions can be aggregated together, and a user only needs to make one click.

Getting started with Sequence Pay

It’s easier than ever to integrate Sequence Pay into any application:

1. Leverage the APIs and Sequence Kit: Begin using Sequence Pay today by integrating its APIs and tools into your project.
2. Prepare for SDK support: Unity and Unreal developers can look forward to dedicated SDKs arriving soon, streamlining payment integration for gaming platforms.

Sequence Pay - FAQ

1. Are there any geo-restrictions regarding the payment solutions?

Yes, we use different payment providers and payment solutions within Sequence Pay. Some of them may have geo-restrictions. You can find a list of all our geo-restrictions within our documentation.

2. Is there a fee associated with Sequence Pay?

Yes, there is a fee applied every time a user's currency is bridged or converted. The fee is 0.5% of the transaction amount.

3. What is this fee used for? Does the game developer receive any of the fee?

Yes, game developers receive 50% of the fee earned on a given Sequence Pay integration when the fees are charged.

4. What is the latency for transactions that involve bridging?

We use an aggregated bridging solution that guarantees the fastest execution available. Currently, bridging between certain networks takes less than 5 seconds, while others may take 15 to 20 seconds. We are continually integrating new bridging solutions to ensure excellent user experience.

5. What platforms does Sequence Pay support?

Sequence Pay is supported on multiple platforms, including Unity, UnrealEngine, and React. This ensures broad compatibility and seamless integration into various game development environments.

6. How customizable is the Sequence Pay checkout flow?

The Sequence Pay checkout flow is highly customizable. Using the Sequence Builder, developers can modify the user interface, configure payment options, and tailor the payment experience to match their game's design and requirements.

7. How secure is Sequence Pay?

Sequence Pay employs robust security measures, including the Sequence Protect feature, which locks tokens and collectibles in the user's wallet for a specified period to prevent chargebacks and fraud.

8. What payment methods are supported by Sequence Pay?

Sequence Pay supports a wide range of payment methods, including credit cards, cryptocurrency payments, and native mobile payments like Apple Pay and Google Pay. The availability of these methods may vary based on the platform and the user’s location.

9. Can developers choose which payment methods to offer in their games?

Yes, developers have full control over which payment methods are available within their games. This can be configured through the Sequence Builder, allowing developers to select the options that best suit their user base.

10. How does Sequence Pay handle multiple currencies and blockchains?

Sequence Pay abstracts the complexity of managing multiple currencies and blockchains by allowing users to pay with any supported currency across any chain. The system automatically handles conversions and bridging in the background, ensuring the developer receives the specified currency.

11. Does Sequence Pay support in-app purchases?

Yes, Sequence Pay supports in-app purchases (IAP) across all platforms. It integrates with various payment providers to ensure a smooth purchasing experience for users, whether on mobile, web, or desktop platforms. IAP fees still apply.

Sequence makes building onchain simple. Developers and teams can launch, grow, and monetize apps with unified wallets, 1-click cross-chain transactions, and real-time data, all in a modular and secure stack. No more stitching together fragmented tools or battling poor user flows. Sequence is production-ready infrastructure that helps teams ship faster, onboard more users, and scale confidently. From chains and stablecoins to DeFi and gaming, Sequence powers developers and applications across the EVM ecosystem with billions in transaction volume and millions of users.

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