ABOUT US

GENESIS

XPFIRST originated from a passion for games and competing. Founded by Samuli "BAITO" Karppinen. From player to coach and mentor, to helping game studios. The experiences from his professional esports and gaming industry career across different continents and cultures shape our unique approach to work: obsessed to deliver value and results.

CORE VALUES

Experience first

Symbolized by the lens under 'XP', we inspect every detail to craft experiences that set us apart from the distant and robotic industry standards.

Finnish Integrity

Rooted in Finnish principles, we uphold absolute reliability; our word is our bond, and we make promises only when we can guarantee fulfillment.

Relentless

We face all challenges with resilience and discipline. Owning our results, excelling under pressure & continuously improving.

Structure

XPFIRST has a team of professionals ready to provide premium service and effective solutions for our clients. BAITO leads our operations from the trenches. Our experts are hired based on skill, character and track record. At the heart of our operations is our exclusive community of game testers.

Pricing

We offer Premium services starting at $2990. XPFIRST's efficient structure, data- & science-based processes, expertise and tools allow us to deliver solutions that maximize your ROI.

Looking Ahead

In 2026: XPFIRST is the first choice for PC game studios, VCs & publishers, known for our attentive service, successful track record, and commitment to our clients' visions. Clients describe us as an extension to their team.

Our Commitment

Our Premium Quality and Service set us apart from our competitors. We are personally committed to boosting the treatment game developers get. Evolving the gaming industry one great game at a time.

Experience First

“Baito has done an amazing job putting together and managing our gameplay tester group, coordinating community events, and providing us with excellent feedback to help us throughout our development process. Our discussions on the player perspective and support on game design have been quite valuable in helping to shape our product to make it more fun and enjoyable for a wider range of players. It's been a great experience working together.”

Testimonial from: Carl Schembri - Game Director of My Pet Hooligan

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