SUPPLIER SPECIAL REPORT

More esports and better apps

1XBET

New Year - new updates. This motto has been adopted in 2021 by worldclass bookmaker 1xBet, with developers continually improving the product. It’s time to find out about the brand’s new solutions. Many players choose 1xBet because they like to place bets from their smartphones. Convenient applications for both iOS and Android help with this.

An update was released with improved live statistics of football matches. Plus, the new Featured Events function is a highlight. With its help, you no longer need to search for an event to bet on: based on your previous betting history, 1xBet will offer selections of what you may like.

1xBet always finds new ideas for diversifying the enjoyment of users. How about a single bet on 6 matches? It’s possible!

Now in the markets of this reliable bookmaker, you can find bets of this type: “Home (goals) - Away (goals), 6 matches”. If you think that within the next round of the Premier League in these 6 matches the visitors will score more - feel free to place a bet and follow with interest not a single game, but the round as a whole!

It’s important for gamblers to have maximum information for a prudent bet. 1xBet understands this, and therefore it elevates convenience and access to statistics to a new level.

With recent updates on the 1xBet website, users simply hover their mouse over the match’s name to see the statistics of the latest meetings between the teams. A convenient feature that allows you to fully assess the situation before the game.

1xBet is known as one of the flagships in the esports industry. The company sponsors leading brands and offers its players a wide variety of events.

There are plenty of disciplines already, but the section is growing even more. Now users can bet on tournaments of the popular Overwatch game - a great addition to the already wide range of esports markets.

It is even more convenient for iPhone users to spin the roulette wheel Of course, there are also exciting updates to the iOS application. In addition to minor edits designed to maximise user experience, the Casino section has been revised.

Now players have access to an updated design, making it even more convenient to find their favourite slots, enjoy the games and relish the victories.

1xBet entered 2021 with a ton of innovations, but this is only the beginning of the year. Even more bold ideas and solutions await us with this leading bookmaker.

Aruze launches Wheels of Prosperity

ARUZE GAMING

Aruze Gaming has announced the launch of the 5 reel, 243-way games, Wheel of Prosperity Dragon and Wheel of Prosperity Phoenix in the Asian market.

Both are available on the Muso Curve-43 cabinet.

In both titles, three Wild symbols trigger a wheel spin during the base game. The wheel will award either Free Games or up to 18x for the triggering spin. Wilds also signal a jackpot chance. If triggered during this chance, the wheel above the reels will become an all-jackpot wheel, which will spin once and award a jackpot.

Wheel of Prosperity Dragon and Wheel of Prosperity Phoenix each have a unique Free Games series. Wheel of Prosperity Dragon awards 8 Free games. Any win with a Wild symbol will trigger a wheel spin, awarding up to a 38x multiplier.

Wheel of Prosperity Phoenix has a Free Games wheel that can award up to 25 Free Games on the initial spin, and is spun again anytime 3 Wild symbols appear during Free Games. Simple, powerful gameplay awaits on Wheel of Prosperity!

Two additional titles for the Wheel of Prosperity series are planned for release beginning with Wheel of Prosperity Tiger.

Localizing for the Indian market

ALL-IN-ONE

India is one of the hottest iGaming markets.

But how do you localize your content in a country where the language can change every 15-20 kilometers?

Roy Pedersen, founder of the first company to offer translation services specifically for the iGaming industry (2008) commented on the demand for Indian languages lately from operators, game developers, platform providers and affiliates alike. “For Hindi we have received as many projects in the last six months as we did in the last three years before that. Punjabi is the language with the second most growth, followed closely by Telugu, Bengali, Marathi and Kannada.”

With 122 languages spoken by at least 10,000 people each, there are few - if any - linguistic landscapes that are harder to navigate than India. Localization and content budgets aren’t unlimited of course, so priorities need to be made here. So what type of approach does All-in Global recommend when localizing to India?

Marina Ribeiro, the Marketing Executive at All-in advised: A customized localization strategy would always be the wisest choice. It can be one of your key advantages against the competition. If you have a well-defined geographic target and focus on the regional language to communicate with your audience, your company can shine near a specific audience that will instantly feel more connected to your brand by being able to engage and find information in their own language,”

Marina added one last tip: “Do not underestimate the cultural complexity. India is known for having one of the most diverse cultures around the world. It’s essential to always validate your content by the attentive look of professional natives that can bring you the local factor and perspective to your content and really make a big impact on how your brand is perceived by your customers. When you move from one Indian territory to another the customs and cultural environment also change and those changes should be addressed and captured into your content.”

One Touch for immediacy and security

ASTROPAY

Throughout 2020, positive transformation has been driven by technology companies looking to reach new consumers among the millions of commercial interactions that now are held online.

Regarding payments, the drift towards digitalization that was occurring, has been accelerated by the pandemic. This might be the biggest change the industry has faced as there is no possibility to retrace it.

The complexity that the payments ecosystem presents has led us to develop One Touch, a payment solution based on two pillars: immediacy and security.

One Touch can be integrated from a simplified integration process through an auto enrolment channel, with little to no IT intervention required on the merchant side. It provides the possibility of identifying users from a single code, as well as to have a closed loop on them diminishing the chances of fraud. Receiving deposits from a simple touch, with automatic approval for recurring users, generates greater fluency and less friction in the interaction between the merchant and its customers. KYC verification and identification controls are performed on the philosophy that payment services, apps and wallets are the best players to foster the relationship between user and service, since they are well positioned for best knowing the customer and tailoring the experience to their security and usability needs.

As for 2021, we believe the focus will be in instantaneity, user experience and security. The innovations that were led by fintechs and wallets will be accelerated in 2021, and those that provide faster and tech-friendly ways of using money and paying for services will be at the forefront.

Aristocrat introduces dynamic 2021 lineup

ARISTOCRAT

As a content and technology driven company, Aristocrat never ceases to innovate and create new concepts that support our customer’s business and cater to different player appetites.

Our talented teams have continued to focus on the development pipeline during various lockdowns in Asia, to ensure that a robust portfolio of games are readily available for our ever-changing market, instilling confidence in the path ahead.

Aristocrat maintained our commitment to the Asian market by continuing game builds throughout the crisis and as a result, we have a stronger portfolio in 2021 than ever before. In fact, we have increased our D&D investment year-on-year to ensure we have a suite of content readily available to support customers, regardless of form factor, as players continue to migrate back to properties throughout Asia. In the next 12 months, we are dedicated to strengthening the Asian market with over 30 new titles to be released which includes a variety of Links, Standalone and Standalone Progressives.

In the Link space, we are excited to debut a new product during Chinese New Year called Lucky Fortune Link. With two recognisable characters from classic Chinese literature, Da Sheng Yeah and the Great Empress Wu Ze Tian, Lucky Fortune was built in response to the player favourite Hold & Spin feature and will be launching with a new Picture Pays mechanic. Players can choose their lucky Chinese Zodiac in the Lucky Fortune feature, collect the Zodiac pictures to award the credit prizes and jackpot, while adjacent credit prizes combine to bigger symbols for bigger prizes. This product is a great fit for Chinese New Year and is ideal for operators to promote with “Sending Away the Year of Rat and Welcoming the Year of the Ox” (aka 送鼠迎牛 ).

As we look forward at the year ahead, Aristocrat is committed more than ever to our continued partnership with our Asian customers by delivering our strongest portfolio yet.

Moving beyond and driving change

BBIN

The tumultuous year of 2020 has come to an end, and yet the challenges of the COVID19 pandemic continue to affect how we live, communicate, and do business. In the last year, BBIN has kept a close eye on how the global situation changed and settled into a new normality. These unprecedented challenges not only offer us a chance to reflect on who we are but create a moment to break through the stalemate and transform.

BBIN endeavored to sustain the stability by quickly adapting to the regional changes in the key focus business areas and takes pride in walking through the crisis with its partners around the world.

Looking forward to recovery this year, BBIN stands firm, aspires to move beyond the challenges and seizes the great opportunity to drive changes. BBIN’s latest brand video epitomizes such vision and prospects for the year of 2021.

In the spirit of “move beyond, drive change,” BBIN is taking strides without hesitation and facing difficulties ahead to lead the way to success. On the one hand, BBIN will continue to enhance the product portfolio based on the latest UX research and data, which has changed greatly under the new social-distancing norms. It also continues to develop new integration tools that will provide the best gaming experience.

On the other hand, BBIN keeps working hard to achieve the goal of a balanced and sustainable future. Through TGB Charity’s nonprofit campaigns, BBIN collaborates with the non-profit organizations around the world and insists on doing the right thing amidst one of the most difficult times in human history.

For 2021, TGB Charity will delve deeper into several focus areas, including education, environmental protection, and wildlife conservation for raising the public awareness to relevant issues. With deeper engagement into these charitable activities, BBIN gives back to the community and society, hoping it can eventually drive changes and sustainable growth that lead us to a better tomorrow.

Rock, Paper, Scissors!!

BETGAMES TV

BetGames.TV, the leading live dealer betting games supplier, has launched a version of one of the most widely played social games the world has ever seen, Rock, Paper, Scissors.

Thought to have been played by the Chinese Han Dynasty as far back as 206 BC, the game quickly became a common pastime across the world and arguably ranks as one of the most widely played games of all time.

This modern, live dealer take on the classic sees the players compete against the dealer in one or two zones, silver, the less risky option, which is more rewarding in case of a tie and gold, riskier, yet more rewarding if won.

The dealer uses a special deck of 24 cards, comprising eight of each rock, paper and scissors symbols, with one card dealt into each zone. Each betting round lasts 20 seconds in which the player must select their stake, and which of either, or both, zones to bet against. Only one symbol per zone is allowed. A win, lose or draw is decided after the dealer reveals their card.

Both zones have the same margin (default 5 percent) but the difference is in the payout’s distribution for draw and win. The payout system is configurable per partner and per zone.

The simple, short game length drives a rapid turnaround and throughput of individual games.

“As part of our drive to provide innovative new games, it is also sometimes prudent to consider the classics and Rock Paper Scissors is most certainly that,” said BetGames.TV founder and CPO Vygerdas Jonikas.

“Alongside our stable of popular games, Rock Paper Scissors is sure to fit in well with its quick-fire and simple yet alluring gameplay.

“We’re confident that our recreation of one of the most recognisable and loved games of all time will provide huge scope for our operators to drive traffic to their sites.”

Up until now, Rock Paper Scissors has not been fully explored in a betting environment, but based on its historical significance, accessibility and high-entertainment value, the potential for a betting provider is huge.

With a host of live tournaments and competitions with substantial sums of money on offer, this contemporary table game version is poised to thrill players with its familiar feel and high win potential.

Ready for cashless gaming

CPI

With the landmark decision by the Nevada Gaming Commission to allow changes to regulations surrounding the electronic transfer of money to games and gaming devices, the gaming industry has reached a pivotal payment moment. In a space that has long been dominated by cash, how can operators prepare for the digital shift?

While operators accommodate new payment methods, they should seek modular solutions that connect directly to machines to enable mobile or app-based payments, without having to replace the existing payment system. Focus on using existing peripherals with established protocols and regulatory approvals to quickly and economically enable these new payment methods.

This transition will be as striking for players as it will be for casino operators. Operators and customer retention managers should take proactive steps to make sure their best players are aware of this new layer of flexibility. Whether through direct customer communications (text or email alerts) or existing digital media platforms, operators can alert customers to their new payment options and ensure that they’re using them correctly. This is also a good opportunity to check in with customers about responsible gaming.

Cashless payment is laden with rules and regulations when it comes to functionality and acceptance. For the gaming industry, it should be a top of mind priority for operators to have a keen attention to regulations surrounding ePayment. That being said, no one expects casino operators to be experts in the ever-changing world of payment regulations. Operators should ensure that their suppliers are in touch with payment requirements, have dedicated support teams, and work to keep their devices up to date and their customers educated.

In an effort to keep customers happy, operators should continue to support cash, which will undoubtedly track as a preferred payment method across the industry.

As we look to the new world of gaming that at-machine, cashless payment will deliver, there are actionable steps you can take to prepare your casinos. CPI is here to help when you’re ready to step into the future of payment, whatever that looks like for your business.

“Little ones” grow up

DALLMEIER

The capabilities of miniature surveillance cameras are growing constantly – this is why for more than twelve years “the little ones” have also been among the most popular products made by Dallmeier. With the new Picoline Series 5050, casino users benefit from a system that provides innovative functions for ATMs, gaming tables, in-ceiling applications and many more.

Customers are increasingly looking for cameras that combine value with high functionality. The Dallmeier Picoline series, which is completely developed and manufactured in Germany, features an H.265 encoder as well as a high-resolution image sensor with utmost light sensitivity.

Compared to classic digital WDR, the camera’s true HDR function guarantees much more detailed recordings, even within high dynamic range. Its “SmartBackfill” technology compensates network failures in a fully automatic manner, and a comprehensive portfolio for cross-system data protection and data security completes the concept of the cameras.

The ONVIF-compatible (Profile S and T) camera series is available in compact and robust housing variants and is equipped with a fixed focus lens offering a focal length of up to 2.5 mm. The high resolution of this sensor as well as the image processing enable real-time recordings with a frame rate of up to 60fps. This makes the camera ideal for all applications that require the capture of fast movements in high resolution.

The integrated real-time video analysis detects movements and objects in uncompressed images with functions such as ‘Intrusion Detection’ or ‘Line Crossing’. When used with Dallmeier recording systems and client software, the ‘SmartFinder’ function allows the semi-automated retrieval of events through the fast analysis of stored objects and metadata.

Optimism for the New Year

DIGITAIN

We, at Digitain, are very optimistic about this year, especially after our very successful performance in 2020.

The highlights include the launch of our brand’s new headquarters in Yerevan; Digitown. As well as a new home for our teams, Digitown is also a business hub and a campus for local start-up technology businesses. Digitain is investing in the young people of Armenia by supporting the start-ups with free accommodation and digital mentoring.

Other exciting plans for this year include a relaunch of our Table Football live streaming product, with a bigger studio, more professional players and more live games to look forward to.

This year, we are also planning to launch our new, luxury live dealer studio, also based in Digitown, where we will offer our network of partners a first-class, live casino experience.

As well as these initiatives, we are also planning the Spring launch of a new suite of Digitain Fast and Skill games to add to our existing, exciting portfolio.

A significant development will be the launch of our new and improved iGaming platform. This new platform will allow us to deliver even more flexibility to our customers.

The use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and machine learning - where our algorithms learn and improve effectiveness over time – will deliver even more capacity to meet our customers’ needs, anywhere in the world.

The iGaming platform will be a hub for easy integrations involving any of our products, through direct integration or via our APIs.

In terms of other plans for 2021, we hope to expand our global footprint even further, after an excellent year for sales. We have recently appointed a Regional Director for Africa and are looking to follow this up with appointments in Asia and Latam.

eBET launches Speed Roulette Live

EBET

Following the great success of the East to West studio expansion last year, eBET continues to thrive and has revealed new expansion plans for 2021.

According to eBET’s CEO Evan Spytma, the plan includes the opening of another studio in Europe and additional EU language support, setting a significant milestone in the company’s growing European presence.

eBET has recently unveiled its first game release of 2021— Speed Roulette Live, giving off a great start to a series of exciting launches this year.

Speed Roulette Live features a fast-paced, fully automated version of the original live roulette…except with no dealer! Instead, the ball is automatically released into the spinning wheel with a capability of 60-80 rounds per hour, spinning 24 hours a day in a live environment. Players can now bet with an automated real-time roulette guaranteeing a faster game completion and 100 percent error-free.

Just like every other product provided by eBET, Speed Roulette Live is playable across all desktop and mobile devices. One hassle-free integration allows access to a range of diverse yet immersive casino games, including Baccarat, Roulette, Dragon Tiger, Sic-bo, Blackjack, and a new selection of games waiting to be announced soon.

Founded in 2012, eBET has earned a reputation for the leading supplier of Live Dealer solutions in Asia. Trusted by millions of players worldwide, eBET’s award-winning products are GLI certified, localized in 15+ languages, 37 currencies (including cryptocurrencies), and fully supported on H5, Android, iOS, Mac, and PC. GLI certifications ensure all eBET games are fair, trustworthy and localized.

Rewarding players with engaging experiences

EVERYMATRIX

B2B tech provider EveryMatrix had its work cut out for it when players needed to quickly reroute from offline to online in the context of the pandemic. But, if there’s one thing that became clearer, it’s that adapting to the players’ needs is a business survival skill.

So, when the casino sector saw a massive peak, EveryMatrix had to make sure it enabled its clients to smoothly cater to rampant numbers of new players. It was not an easy task, but accomplishing it turned 2020 into a great year for the company and operators on its casino platforms. Even more, it enabled EveryMatrix to enter 2021 with bold plans for expansion.

The recently relaunched BonusEngine is the company’s latest tool to empower operators to deliver unlimited player rewards. The casino and sports betting bonus system is a flexible acquisition and engagement solution that significantly lowers costs and operational burdens.

The functionalities of BonusEngine are delivered via an intuitive back-office that considerably simplifies bonus campaigns’ creation. The product reunites a multitude of casino and sports bonus types, with versatile triggers for any bonus program, player eligibility filters, gamification and multi-level wagering.

Bonus triggers, for instance, can be related to specific in-game activities or payment methods. Whether operators configure casino, sports or cross-vertical campaigns, they get numerous possibilities to enrich the player experience with targeted rewards.

What’s more, BonusEngine is an extremely agile product due to its modular software. It can swiftly accommodate new bonus types, triggers and other ingenious features. This means operators get a solution able to grow to meet their future needs, without limiting their creativity.

User friendly cash handling

G&D

The new BPS C2 family is a platform from which you can choose precisely the system you need, tailored to the required application, and optimized for your business. The system family features not only design excellence, but also unparalleled user-friendliness. With the BPS C2 we help casinos to improve the productivity of their cash centers through fast accounting and safe sensor technology for the verification of cash balances.

BPS C2 achieves a consistent speed at 1,050 banknotes per minute during counting, sorting, authentication, and even when reading serial numbers. In the compact table-top system segment, the BPS C2 product family offers superior productivity, the utmost security, and a compact, attractive design with a very high level of user-friendliness.

BPS C2 boasts the ultimate top-class sensor – fast, reliable, precise. The system’s remarkable capability to detect counterfeits and sort for fitness reliably and consistently throughout the service life of the system is setting new standards. Extraordinary efficiency for futureproof operations.

Intelligent software architecture ensures a simple and intuitive operation and also enables the user to make precise alterations to suit specific customer requirements, so offering maximum flexibility. Intuitive operation has been redefined – streamlined, unique, and scaled down to what’s important.

Numerous interfaces make it easy to integrate BPS C2 into your processing environment and to fully leverage the versatile nature of networked industry. Modern tools, apps, and web services can be seamlessly included for customer processes that are efficient and cost-saving

In addition, the choice of three variants – as well as a wide range of diverse and custom configurations – enables the systems in the BPS C2 family to fulfill the specific requirements that will take the efficiency of your cash process to a completely new level. BPS C2 system is the best choice for increasing your productivity and preparing you for future challenges in banknote processing.

Monaco - royalty among casino seating

GARY PLATT

When you think of the word Monaco, many images might immediately rush to your mind. The elegance and beauty of Grace Kelly. The thrill and edge of Formula One racing. Some of the world’s finest gaming houses. These are the images that inspired the Gary Platt design team to create the Monaco chair model, now one of the best-selling casino chairs in the world.

One look at the Monaco’s razor-sharp details and it’s easy to understand why. The design stands out from any other casino chair and to maintain that uniqueness we were granted a design patent. The double stitching down the center of the back and seat creates a clean line reminiscent of the Circuit de Monaco. The back features customizable upholstery, with options for decorative nails or handles, for a dramatic look that is distinctive to each property.

Beyond its chic essence, Gary Platt’s Monaco chair embraces the unsurpassed comfort that separates Gary Platt chairs from all others. Inside the Monaco is Gary Platt’s exclusive cold-cured foam, which ensures consistency in the shape, density, and quality of each chair. Highly elastic, it retains its firmness even after years of use. Additionally, the Monaco has multiple ergonomic design elements such as its curved seat front that further enhance its comfort.

Gary Platt’s unsurpassed quality extends to its extensive selection of bases, each of which is constructed of the finest materials and are assembled to the highest levels of quality for long-lasting durability.

Gary Platt’s Monaco chair is available in a wide range of customizable configurations for every part of the casino, including slots, tables, bar top and sportsbook. Shown here is the Epic Pedestal, which is available in a fixed or adjustable height configuration. Operators can also select the base finishing for an added touch of brand personality.

Genesis: People, passion and players

GENESIS GAMING

It is the people that make it. Passionate, attention to detail, going that extra mile and ultimately the focus on the players experience.

There is an old gold miner’s saying, gold is where you find it, and with WYNLOCH KEEP and STORM RIDER, we believe we have.

WYNLOCH KEEP is a volatile game. We took this into consideration from the get-go to keep the player engaged while chasing those big hits, and the ultimate guaranteed win Jackpot round.

It is a game players enjoy, often playing in turbo / autospin modes and wagering more as they do. Players can get that sense of potential value without having to get bogged down in rules. The unique reverse cascade locking win spin adds a great anticipation feeling of “you’ve won, now let’s see how much”. Wynloch Keep is one of our strongest performers. In short, players like it.

Another game that has been a strong performer is our newest release STORM RIDER. Feel the adventure of storm riding trail cowboy, Cash Hawkins, on the range as he drives his free-range stallions to the Big Horn ranch. No storm can hold him back. The loner, fearless, and strong. Just man against nature. A man against the odds.

This game is in the mid-high volatility range. We wanted strong feminine and male facets in the game and of course the beautiful horses. The art and audio in this game are stellar. It has a sense of romance and action adventure. The features and game flow were folded into this storyline to create a great slot game. Very entertaining, and memorable. It just has a heartland feel.

Guaranteeing randomness

GLI

iGaming is growing rapidly all over the world, in both established and emerging jurisdictions. This exciting world of iGaming is attracting developers from outside the gaming industry who may not be as familiar with certain terms, and the GLI team helps developers navigate this new world.

One common question is what is an RNG (Random Number Generator). In short, the RNG is the core of the gaming product. The RNG is a computer system or device that provides random results for games, and all gambling games use either an electronic RNG, or a physical randomness device (such as a roulette wheel) to produce random game results.

An RNG is a critical component of iGaming that must be adequately and fully tested to ensure non-predictability and no biases exist towards certain game outcomes. A tested and certified RNG can give confidence to players who participate in the game. In all regulated gaming markets, the RNG must be tested to be approved for use in the jurisdiction.

GLI has the most experienced and robust RNG testing methodologies in the world. This includes software-based (pseudo-algorithmic) RNG’s, Hardware RNG’s, and hybrid combinations of both.

GLI uses custom software written and validated through the collaborative effort of our in-house mathematicians and industry consultants. An RNG Test Suite is applied for randomness testing. GLI also uses software to perform certain calculations, estimations, and graphical plotting with the data used during the evaluation.

When an RNG passes certification testing, it is issued an RNG certificate, and this certificate does not have a specific expiration date. Regulated jurisdictions may change or update their rules from time to time, which may eventually lead to a need for updated testing.

For regulated jurisdictions, the RNG should be tested against the proper standard requirement. Some jurisdictions may accept a GLI-19 certification directly, but most will require that the RNG be certified against their requirements. Because GLI-19 overlaps well with the requirement of many markets, transferring your testing may be a simple process in many cases.

Totem Towers melds culture with adventure

HABANERO

A pre-Conquistador rainforest is the mystical setting for Habanero’s feature-packed new game, Totem Towers.

Invoking the spirit of the Maya, this exciting 6x3 adventure immerses players within a serene setting inhabited by the ancient civilisation. Players are challenged to land three, four, five or even six scatter symbols, resulting in 10, 15, 25 or 100 free games respectively.

Habanero’s reliably realistic visual effects and captivating sounds are present in this exciting adventure, in which intrepid explorers can also experience the Totem Tower feature. Triggered when several high or low symbols of the same colour change to multipliers, the thrilling Line Boost mechanic releases up to 101 new paylines for the player whose fortunes are looked upon favourably by the Mayan deities.

An action-packed adventure through the ages, Totem Towers also incorporates the supplier’s cutting-edge Jackpot Race solution. A ‘must drop’ functionality combines with poker-style pay-outs in a progressive series that is customisable and configurable in the back office – a factor that has proven popular with operator partners in the two years since its launch.

Toni Karapetrov, Head of Corporate Communications at Habanero, said: “We are proud to add Totem Towers and its innovative feature set, alluring theme and razor-sharp graphics, to our high-tech roster of games. It’s a title that sends players on a memorable quest deep into a captivating setting and contains plentiful mystery and intrigue packaged together in the sort of quality gaming experience our fans have come to expect.

“It’s also fantastic to be able to offer this title to Habanero’s partnership network, which continues to flourish thanks to our recently acquired MGA licence – a milestone we are very excited about and which will deliver the game to numerous tier-one brands.”

Making your content roar!

IDNERD

Is your content making an impact? Is it delivering returns? Is it turning the heads of all your potential customers?

idNerd Studio has delivered bespoke premium animated content to the casino gaming & hospitality sector in Asia for over a decade. In more recent years, we’ve noticed a growing interest in immersive technologies. More and more users are being drawn to the sensory-inducing world of imagination and fantasy that digitized entertainment offers.

We’re sure you have noticed audiences admiring huge outdoor displays that project hyperrealistic 3D animated elements. It’s a masterstroke marketing move to engage consumers, offering potential for viral coverage. This is the new era’s version of guerilla marketing - experimental, alternative, and it’s working.

The digitalization of entertainment has always been the focus of our work at idNerd Studio in Hong Kong. In light of recent technology shifts, idNerd Studio is even prouder to lead the way for technology disruption and change the way content is displayed. If you’re looking to become an industry leader for innovative marketing, get in touch with idNerd Studio today.

idNerd Studio supplies and offers our world-leading clients a trademark automated show control system, “X-Vis”. The software is specifically designed for high-quality content on large-screen LED and TV wall displays. Combined with our expert team of storytellers, illustrators, artists and animators, we can create your very own animated, immersive content.

Our studio is frankly one-of-a-kind - just like your content should be.

We are grateful to clients for wanting to be at the forefront, leading the pack of this new world. In our latest project in Macau, at MGM Cotai, we feature a larger-than-life lion roaring across urban Macau to welcome in the Chinese New Year.

The statement is clear: get with the times and you’re king of the jungle.

Innovating in Hoiana

IDX GAMES

The installation also marks IDX Game’s first integration with Interblock Gaming, the world’s number one luxury electronic table games developer and supplier. It is also the first installation where IDX utilises their dynamic casino trend-board system, X-Trend.

X-Trend is an interactive and dynamic casino gaming trend-board system that drives real-time triggers and animations for game results. The system provides more information to players and alerts them to valuable game insights.

X-Trend is available for integration into any model of ETG, and also features as a module on the company’s live table games system,

‘X-Table’. X-Trend not only adds more excitement and entertainment value to the table games experience but generates more play, increases player engagement, and speeds up gameplay.

“This is the first integration of X-Trend on an ETG stadium, but many of our ETG installations benefit from the host of features offered in our X-Stadium product, including ‘Hot Tables Hot Trends’, ‘Lucky 6’ and many other marketing opportunities. Now, we bring attention to side bets and display the live odds in an entertaining way that customers will notice and enjoy more,” says IDX Games’ CCO, Peter Johns.

X-Stadium is IDX Games’ advanced show control system for ETGs. Using their ‘One Canvas’ solution, X-Stadium increases flexibility and marketing opportunities to drive revenue. The system is used extensively in Macanese casinos where ETGs represent over 35% of the EGM market.

“Hoiana Suncity plans to attract players from all over Asia with their modern casino offerings. The casino features more than 350 slot machines and electronic table games, as well as 90 live table games in Phase One alone,” says IDX Games’ CEO, Peter KY Wong, “The team at Hoiana has designed and opened a fantastic resort, and have been open to bringing innovative concepts to the gaming floor - a true first for the Asian market. We wish them all the luck in their business.”

New products for the new normal

INTERBLOCK

The global challenges of 2020 have not affected the ability of Interblock to innovate new products and features to adapt to the new normal. The Universal Cabinets and Roulette Golden Ball are the fruit of Interblock’s labour for taking on 2021 and beyond.

The Universal Cabinets (UCs) operate with either an electro-mechanical RNG (real dice for Craps/Sic Bo) topper or a mechanical display of video (Roulette, Baccarat and Blackjack) topper with a spinning wheel and actual flip cards.

The UCs offers a flexible configuration for floor placement in a single stand-alone unit or carousels of 3, 4 or 5 UCs with maximum social distancing and player’s comfort at its core design considerations.

All favourite ETG side bets from the G5 Diamond range are available with multiple language support for a fully personalised experience.

The Roulette Golden Ball is a unique feature utilising Interblock’s multiple ball changer technology and offers Golden Ball Mystery and Lucky Ball Mystery side bets.

Golden Ball Mystery side bet wins up to 500:1 if the roulette ball lands on one of the six randomly selected roulette numbers represented by the letters G, O, L, D, E and N.

Lucky Number Golden Ball side bet allows the player to place a bet on a lucky number. The appearance of a golden ball guarantees a chance to win 3:1 unless the golden ball lands on a chosen number, which pays 350:1.

Whenever a golden ball comes out, the user interface changes to a golden glow, coupled with an attractive audio-visual display around the Roulette rim and a 42” Player Information Display (PID).

The side bets increase the hold of the traditional Roulette single zero and double zero games, increase occupancy and appeal to new types of players.

“Interblock has been working tirelessly to take years of innovation into a commercial reality with new products and features. It is a pleasure to offer to our valued customers and their members. We hope 2021 brings a better future for our industry,” said Michael Hu, President of Asia for Interblock.

The solution for the ‘new normal’

IGT

We all know how heavily the industry has been impacted by COVID-19, but the crisis has shown how our customers that invested in our ADVANTAGE system really did have an advantage,” said Nelson Cheung, System Sales, IGT Asia. “We’ve continued to invest in the IGT ADVANTAGE system to enable flexible, unique and personalised experiences for high-end players, that maximise ROI per player when our customers most need it.”

“Our cashless gaming solution coupled with innovative bonusing has enabled customers to generate greater profits and manage their gaming floors more effectively during the crisis. The reduction in cash handling has lowered costs and risk while providing a safer environment for staff and customers,” Nelson added.

“To enhance marketing, operators have created personalised player experiences using the intelligence of Advantage Bonusing, and customising a variety of pre-packaged, turnkey media to delight their players and grow their time on floor.”

“It’s a flexible solution as it can run on a single game, a bank of games or across the entire floor. As with all our customer partnerships, we work together on a launch plan with creative support to ensure successful launches,” Nelson concluded.

FUZION sets new standards

JCM

Total casino peripheral management is possible with JCM’s FUZION systems technology. GLI-certified, FUZION is an award-winning breakthrough that sets new standards in security, efficiency, and guest experience. When paired with JCM’s iVIZION bill validator and GEN5 Thermal Printer, FUZION meets multiple business needs.

The FUZION system increases security because it monitors every EGM in real time for peripheral performance and suspicious activity. Security departments can finally track asset-totransaction with available high-resolution images of every note or ticket inserted into the EGM.

FUZION brings new efficiencies across the operation. With FUZION, cash box totals are tracked in real-time, and this reporting can dynamically adjust which cash boxes should be collected to streamline the slot floor drop. FUZION also provides intelligence for predictive maintenance and firmware download scheduling.

FUZION enhances the customer experience in several ways. FUZION enables multi-currency acceptance, plus it enables the server to record image scans of bills and tickets to easily resolve last bill disputes. The connection to the GEN5 printer allows a ticket template creator and graphics printing to produce endless ticket formats and drive player behavior with new types of promotions. It can also print systemgenerated tax forms.

FUZION is another example of groundbreaking technological advancements from JCM. Driven by FUZION technology, JCM solutions are involved in every aspect of the casino: audit, count room, entertainment, F&B, marketing, race and sports, security, slot operations, surveillance, table games – giving operators intelligence, security, and integrated transaction management no other supplier can provide.

Bringing back sports...and more

JADE ENTERTAINMENT

After being closed for 10 months due to COVID restrictions, in January Jade Entertainment relaunched Jade Sportsbet at Okada.

The relaunch is part of several initiatives to grow the sports betting market in the Philippines and over the next few weeks we will activate our New Sports betting and Interactive Platform.

We are not part of a much bigger company; we are a local sportsbook provider with a focus on the Philippines market. This ultimately results in a product suited to your customer base in areas such as PBA, Local Volleyball & PFL, along with the usual worldwide competitions such as NBA, EPL Soccer & ATP/WTA Tennis events and many more…

Our local trading team has full control over the pricing strategy for the business. This can be adjusted at a moment’s notice.

We want to work together and collaborate with you. Is there something you want us to price? Do you want to take bets on Miss Universe or another local event? Just ask and we will create it!

With our betting partners we bring unique markets for customers to bet on in the Philippines. Tools such as Bet Builder, same game multiples and flash markets are gaining huge momentum in Europe and the US and with us you can bring these great new features to the Philippines.

With the relaunch and our New Platform, we will start the rollout of not only retail over the counter sites, but also self-service terminal, phone betting and online privileged betting.

Our special features include “Order Bet” - where you order the odds you want, “Cashout”- At any point from now until the end of the game they can decide to take a “Cash Out” - the cash out amount changes with the gameplay. “Bet Builder” - In the past, combining markets from the same event was not possible due to one market potentially having a direct effect on the other.

We also have an experienced trading team based in Makati that monitors activity.

Our trading team will carefully select the pricing strategy down to the individual game level and in relation to customers we can make bespoke changes.

Jade Entertainment has been Licensed by PAGCOR as a Sportsbook service provider and permitted to offer sports betting to PAGCOR licensed properties, including Integrated Resorts, casino’s, VIP slot clubs, e-Games and e-Bingo outlets.

KL Saberi joins with online partners

KANGWON LAND

In 2020, Kangwon Land under its own KL Saberi brand designed and manufactured 100 machines for the Kangwon Land Casino. Starting on the 28th of December for the duration of 7 days under strict supervision, it successfully installed 9 Game titles including, 88 Mystic Fortune Progressive, Dragon Ladder Progressive, and King of Atlantis.

We are highly confident our new Stand Alone Progressive games will directly increase sales for the Asian markets. Our expectations were fully confirmed at the launch of the 2020 Game at Kangwon Land Headquarters.

Invited guests representing various sectors in our industry, overwhelmed by the quality of Kangwon Land games, were quick to acknowledge the high standard we were able to display. Furthermore, several contracts are currently being finalized with some major Online Gaming companies for the use of our games on their social gaming platforms for the global market.

In 2021, some of our game titles will be launched and serviced by two of the major online gaming companies with high expectations.

Since launching our products in 2017, Kangwon Land has had over 300 machines installed and serviced at casinos in Korea and overseas. When the COVID-19 issue is all resolved, our aim is not only to expand our presence in the Asian market but also to focus on Europe and South American markets to strengthen our position as a major player in the industry.

All Aboard with Konami

KONAMI

Konami Australia is releasing the All Aboard series of video slots, with a single-level linked progressive and four static bonus awards, and also Ba Fang Jin Bao to Asia. Both new progressive games series are highly volatile and compatible with Concerto Stack - the single-screen format cabinet which includes a captivating 43-inch HD vertical display, enhanced 4K graphics and signature Concerto highlight.

Konami releases Asian-themed games Ba Fang Jin Bao, offering a four-level progressive with a familiar three pick-and-match three symbols feature to win a progressive. The Ba Fang Jin Bao series has two titles: Fortune Totems (pictured) and Abundant Fortune.

The Western/ Locomotive theme - All Aboard series. All Aboard is a one-level progressive game offering in both standalone and progressive jackpot with four fixed amount bonuses. It is a multi-denomination product with scalable bonus prizes which is determined by the denomination selected as well as bet level.

All Aboard has taken the Hold ‘n’ Respin Feature to a whole new level with its Repeat Win trigger during the popular All Aboard Feature. It is triggered when six or more scattered train symbols land on screen. When the feature is triggered, all the train symbols transform into credit awards. After the win is registered, the credit awards remain in place on the reel array and all other spots become independent reels, re-spinning for three free spins. Each time an additional train symbol lands, it reveals a new credit award, and all of the credits on the board are awarded again.

All Aboard has been released with two base games - Dynamite Dash and Piggy Pennies. Currently, there are over 5,000 All Aboard games installed across Australia and New Zealand in the last two years and the games have recently launched in North America and have already received a great response from the market.

Jackpot Series comes to Macau

LT GAME

LT Game’s new “Jackpot Series” has just been approved for the Macau market, which contains a group of games that are straight forward, simple and perfectly suited for high denomination areas.

The first two games approved in Macau “Jackpot Tornado” and “Jackpot Bonus” are having fantastic results in the North American market and other games in the series are due out soon.

“Jackpot Bonus” has a classic game styling that embodies the nostalgia of a classical stepper game, with frequent free game features and exciting payback!

“Jackpot Tornado” features the crescendo win feature. Bonus pays can ONLY be the same or higher! Look for the “Jackpot Alley Bonus” in the game with retrigger!

Non-Progressive, Stand Alone Progress and Linked Progressive options are available with all Jackpot Series Games.

The games join LT’s large and varied portfolio, which also includes linked progressive games, such as Bowl of Gold. This Chinese culture-themed progressive has five levels of progressive and pick progressive features.

The game is specifically designed for Asian players and is engaging with unique features. “Bowl of Gold” consists of three titles, and they are “Door to Riches”, “Gold Dragon’’, and “Golden Piggy’s Fortune”. If there is one thing all 3 titles have in common it is the 5 levels of progressive jackpots, as well as 5 jackpot bonuses payouts.

With the same slot cabinets, LT has also introduced a series of “Table Game Slots” titles. “Paradise Roulette”, “Lucky 6 Baccarat”, “Golden Frog Baccarat”, and much more to come. All games are powered with REAL Dealer and wheel animations! The players will experience the same excitement as if they were playing the traditional table games while enjoying their privacy and practicing social distancing.

LT’s FAFA SLOT RGX 1000 is a new gaming cabinet that introduces a fascinating story line with exquisite animations, and a unique BINGO Jackpot, allowing players to control the gaming speed, but also to enjoy the excitement of both slot games and interactive games.

The game, titles including “Fortune monkey”, “GOD of the SEA”, “Rank up Dragon”, “Fortune Master” and “Savannah King”, features a diversified culture and story backgrounds.

Another brand-new LT Slot Game - “TEKKEN” series has also hit the market. Being a famous Japanese media franchise, “TEKKEN” centered on a series of fighting video and arcade games, which have been very popular with players over decades. The game titles launched include “HEIHACHI”, “ASKUA” and “PANDA”.

Boosting casino hygiene

MATSUI

The MATSUI Group says it has signed an agreement with PSYCURE CO., a digital therapy company based in Korea, for the authorized resale of LED Space Sterilizer “CURE CLEAN”.

Through MATSUI’s Korean arm, M.G.M World, Psycure and MATSUI will join forces to sell and promote the technologies and products of LED Space Sterilizer produced by Psycure to the international market.

Ms Heejin Jeong, General Director of Psycure commented “MATSUI Group is an authorized distributor in the casino and entertainment industry in more than 120 countries such as Macau, U.K and the U.S.A. With this MOU agreement, CURE CLEAN will be introduced through MATSUI’s existing customers.”

LED Space Sterilizer’s CURE CLEAN is a new life concept electronic product. It sterilizes large spaces with safe 405 nm light in the visible-light range. Compared to conventional Ultraviolet (UV) sterilization methods which may be harmful to humans’ DNA, 405 nm light system is safe and harmless to the human body. With the HINS (High Intensify Narrow Spectrum) Space Sterilization method, it is certified that 99.9 percent of bacteria is inactivated including the COVID-19 virus. (Tested and certificated by KR Biotech Co., Ltd, Korea)

“We are very excited to introduce CURE CLEAN LED Sterilizer to our customers,“ said Dave Holt, managing director of Matsui Europe. “Since the start of the global pandemic, we have been working hard investing and developing to prepare new anti-microbial products, such as our NOVA GUARD CHIP PROTECT which can be applied to all our gaming chips. Now as the Covid 19 situation is still of great concern in many countries with second waves and new restrictions, by adding this LED Sterilizer to our product range we will help all our customers provide a safer, clean environment for their business.”

CURE CLEAN is a global patent pending product and has obtained CE, FCC and KC Certification.

Triggering a Lucky Twist

NOVOMATIC

These two Asian progressive titles thrill players, each with its own explosive Lucky Twist for the Link: Dynamite Dragon and Money Ki Neko present two distinct games on 30 lines with an electrifying array of bonuses, features and chances for the Progressives.

Dynamite Dragon comes with scattered Dragons, Wilds on the three centre reels and a Pick & Win feature for instant Bonus prizes. 3 Lucky Twist symbols trigger the Lucky Twist Matrix feature with a central Prize Collection Wheel for extra spins, awards & prizes up to 100x total bet and jackpot segments for the Major and Grand.

Money Ki Neko features the traditional Chinese Lucky Cat that keeps its paws crossed as a Wild symbol, while random Xtra Stax adds additional thrills for each base game spin. A mini Bonus Feature yields instant prizes and 3 Lucky Twist symbols on the centre reels trigger the Lucky Twist Wheel feature that grants up to 3 prizes for each spin: extra spins, awards & prizes up to 100x total bet and jackpot segments for the Major and Grand.

The Lucky Twist Linked Progressive offer is available for the latest NOVOMATIC single and curved screen cabinets.

Looking forward to reconnecting

ORION ART

Orion Art has been a staple in the Macau and Asia gaming industry for well over 15 years, and we have watched Macau grow and its city skyline transform into the jewel it has become today. We completed our first project in 2006, installing a complete sign package into the brand-new Wynn Resort, and the special individuality of Macau has always been our primary focus. And in the 15 years since, our signs have become a prominent fixture in nearly all the casinos across Macau and the region.

The 2020 pandemic has shown how quickly and completely this evolution can change.

Like every company and small business in the industry, we have been deeply affected by the current pandemic – something that nobody was truly prepared for. We have had to make some impacting changes to our company and business model, from downsizing to restructuring. Gone are the frequent trips from Sydney to Macau, to meet and talk with our customers on a personal, one-on-one basis. Now meetings are short video calls and lengthy emails. But most damaging was the loss of some of our friends and mentors in 2020.

We do, however, look to a brighter future. Projects slated for 2020 are slowly starting to come back on-line this year, and while expectations are for a slow recovery beginning in 2021, we are eager to reconnect with our customers and friends in Macau and across the rest of Asia as soon as possible.

We think everyone expects the industry to be a whole new entity when all doors are thrown open, and we look forward to the challenges and successes this change may bring.

Bringing in the new and updating classics

PALTRONICS

Oh what a year 2020 was! And just like you.

Paltronics had to find ways to keep moving forward. This month Paltronics Australasia celebrates its 22nd birthday, and in 2020 Pal USA was created to continue our momentum in Linking Across the Globe!

Although we were not able to fly throughout Asia – or anywhere in 2020 as we would normally, it gave us time to focus on developing some great new products for all venues; and to improve some classics with a shiny new set of wheels for existing customers that are ready to update their floors.

During the year Paltronics will be releasing an updated version of our jackpot products, so look closely for the Paltronics Quantum Link jackpot management system and an exciting new style of jackpot links - Jackpot Prime, guaranteed to excite your players right in their slot seats.

For the table enthusiast, strap yourself in for the release of Mystery Madness as it will spin its way onto almost any style of table product. And don’t forget Lucky Tie Baccarat and Lucky Ball Roulette from GES which continue to demonstrate strong performance as Paltronics grows its base throughout Asia.

From everyone at Paltronics, we are ready for a brighter 2021 for each of us. And yet we also want to thank each of our customers who have supported us through our toughest year. We realise that it has not been easy for you, and we look forward to supporting you with a team and products you will continue to love. Paltronics is here to pitch in and we will continue to keep our direct contact with you to help your floor thrive.

Play’n GO: The Home of MORE

PLAY ‘N GO

New year, more GO! As we move into a new year, we can reflect on past successes but must still keep an eye on the future.

2020 was a fantastic achievement for us; we promised our operators more games than ever before, and we delivered on that promise. Not only that, we gave them, and the markets, some of the best performing games of the year, like our highly anticipated slot sequel Reactoonz 2.

But it didn’t stop there; we continued our legacy of innovation with new and exciting ways to play. Releases such as Gold Volcano, Diamond Vortex and Wildhound Derby brought new and exciting formats and features to audiences worldwide.

But, as good as 2020 was, it’s time to look forward. There’s no resting on our laurels as we move into a brand new year with brand new challenges.

This year we aim to continue providing the best content and moving our brand of entertainment to players in new areas of the globe; all the while providing our operating partners with the top-quality service they deserve to continue to engage their audiences.

We’ve already begun with multiple releases this year, including our Bull in a China Shop slot. This fun 5x3 slot follows a shop owner who thinks the best way to celebrate Chinese New Year is to bring a bull into his china shop; it doesn’t go well!

The game features three types of free spin feature, and players have the power to choose which one they play each time it’s triggered. It also includes a cool animation where the Bull Wild symbol bursts through from behind the reels, giving players a little something extra to enjoy.

Pragmatic Play wheels out latest Live Casino innovation, Mega Roulette

PRAGMATIC PLAY

Taking a casino classic and reinventing it to appeal to a wider range of players through special features is a task that excites many a supplier and Pragmatic Play’s upcoming Live Casino release, Mega Roulette, does just that.

Broadcast from a specially designed, state of the art studio, Mega Roulette puts players in a classic single-zero format – with a twist. On every spin, between one and five bet areas of straight up numbers will have a random multiplier attached, ranging in value from 50x right up to 500x. This mammoth multiplier transforms player win capabilities, without adding complex or difficult to understand mechanics to a simple game.

The Mega Bets feature also allows players to place bulk straight-up bets incorporating these Mega Multipliers. Recognisable features and smooth gameplay ensure the Roulette experience is familiar and fun for players, with these added exciting extras.

Mega Roulette, like all Pragmatic Play titles, is hosted by professionally trained, engaging hosts and contains immersive sound and visual effects. It is also designed using HTML5 technology, ensuring seamless gameplay across mobile and desktop devices, giving the best possible gaming experience regardless of player preference.

By adding a slot-style random multiplier feature, Pragmatic Play has been able to marry together fans of an ardent casino favourite that may be looking for new experiences and slot fans looking to broaden their horizon while maintaining their hunger for big wins on any spin.

Mega Roulette offers a dynamic new Live dealer experience, following Pragmatic Play’s first gameshow-style Live game, Mega Wheel. The provider continues its impressive growth in the Live Casino sphere worldwide. Mega Roulette is due to be released on 24th February.

Scientific Games introduces Singing Cats

SCIENTIFIC GAMES

Scientific Games Corporation is excited to announce that Jin Ji Bao Xi - Singing Cats, the fourth linked progressive game in the phenomenal Jin Ji Bao Xi game family, is now approved.

Singing Cats combines familiar sounds, symbols, and jackpot features that Jin Ji Bao Xi players all over Asia have come to know and love.

Singing Cats features the new “Repeat Win” style Free Games Feature, where any GOLD or JADE COIN that lands on a spin resets the number of remaining free spins to 3. Also featured is an enhanced Top Up Feature that will reward more value and spins to players.

The first Jin Ji Bao Xi game, Echo Fortune, debuted in 2017 in Macau and achieved a massive number of casino installations and immense popularity among players in Asia. The second game, Diamond Eternity, arrived in 2018, and Prancing Pigs in 2019, with a combined roll out of over 3,000 cabinets in Asia.

Dragons Foo creates Wild excitement

SEGA SAMMY

SEGA SAMMY CREATION INC. is proud to introduce a Chinese dragon-themed slot game “Dragons Foo” with a four-level Jackpot to the Asian market.

Dragons Foo offers a unique “Dice Wild feature” that provides the chance to add up to 12 Wild symbols on the reels. Two Dice symbols appear on reel 1 and 5 that trigger the feature. The dice will roll and random positions on the reels then change to a Wild symbol according to the numbers shown on the dice.

The game also gives players the ability to choose their volatility level for the free games. When 3 scatter symbols appear on the reels, the “Dragon Bonus feature” is triggered. Players can select their desired combination of Free games and Dragon symbols that are replaced with Wild symbols, or they can select the “Dragon Wheel”; where each number will be selected by a two-tier wheel randomly. When players select 4 Free games with 4 colors of Dragons symbols, they will be excited by many Wild symbols appearing on the reels during free games. In addition, the combined effect of the Dice Wild feature and Dragon Bonus feature can lead to big wins with a full screen of Wild symbols!

“Dragons Foo brings an elevated excitement and new dimension of anticipation with the Wild symbol to players,” said SEGA SAMMY CREATION Managing Director Masahiro Kurosaki” The game will cater to all types of player in the Asian market with the high volatility math and easy-to-understand game rules. This innovative game will drive new player engagement and retain regular players as well.”

Focused on gaming

SUZOHAPP

SUZOHAPP announced the separation of its gaming and amusement business from its cash handling business, effective immediately. The new cash handling business will be called PayComplete. SUZOHAPP will focus solely on its core gaming, amusement, and sports betting business.

“As our offerings grew in number and complexity, it became apparent that we could operate more efficiently and serve our customers more effectively by separating into two independent entities,” said Sim Bielak, Global President of SUZOHAPP. “The increased focus we can now bring to our Gaming & Amusement business will bring us closer to the customer as we align our offerings more directly with their needs.”

With its 60-year history of serving the gaming and amusement industry, SUZOHAPP is returning to its roots. This renewed focus on its core business will bring value to both the business and its customers.

“Moving forward, our customers can expect much greater attention to be given to understanding and meeting their needs quickly, efficiently and cost effectively,” continued Bielak. “Our optimized operations will allow for increased innovation, improved response times and greater customer service. 2021 will be a great year for SUZOHAPP and its customers.”

Solid Gaming pushes boundaries in Asia

SOLID GAMING

Solid Gaming is one of the bigger operators of online games in the Asian market, but their biggest strength is the market knowledge and connections they have made throughout the years.

Following the rise of online gaming came a highly competitive market involving developers that are betting to snatch the top spot of every gamers’ attention. Solid Gaming entered the Asian market 2017 with its exclusive and highperforming RNG games and live dealer solutions for the online gambling industry. However, merely offering games is not enough in today’s highly competitive market place.

Having produced games under its exclusive brand Golden Hero with diverse titles including top game Hawaiian Dream, Engeki Rising X50, Oiran Dream, Raigeki Rising X30, and Jewel Race, Solid Gaming has since amassed popularity and credibility in delivering innovative mobile gambling games. Bringing new experiences such as its Pachislos, a merger of the Japanese Pachinko games and popular slot games, it has ushered in the future of online gambling by raising the bar through inventive gameplay and knowledge of what works in different markets.

One of the unique offers resulting from Solid Gaming teaming up with Golden Hero is the Pachislos. This is just one example where market knowledge and the right partners is really becoming an advantage in the igaming jungle. Pachislos work extremely well on the attractive in Japan and a must for any operator wanting to enter the Japanese marketplace. “Pachinko parlors are immensely popular in Japan and Pachislos may be seen as a flirtation with those players’’, says Solid Gaming’s CEO Thomas Nimstad.

Solid Gaming hosts a curated list of trusted providers involving virtual sports, skill-based games, and online gambling but what you really get is the knowledge. “Anybody can offer any game but with Solid you get more. We offer a fast, simple and low-risk integration of games but our team also has a wealth of knowledge that partners to Solid Gaming gain access to. That’s our true strength.”

Myth of Phoenix augurs better times

SIMPLEPLAY

SimplePlay, one of the fastest-growing slots providers in the region, has recently launched a new Slot Game, “Myth of Phoenix”. It is a 4x5-reel, 50-line slot. In this game, Stack Top Pay Symbol may appear on the reels, allowing players to win up to 1000x! The Free Game Feature allows players to choose from 3 options: to win 4 to 10 free spins and enjoy 88 to 188 Wilds across the reels!

The game is largely based on the phoenix, a mythical bird that exists in both eastern and western cultures. As the king of the birds, a phoenix can live up to 1,000 years and even eternity, making it a sign of peace and auspiciousness. This is a featured game for the Chinese New Year. Through this game, SimplePlay wishes to send its greetings for CNY to all its clients as well as players who play the supplier’s games.

2020 has been a challenging year for the whole industry. SimplePlay has been maintaining its growth with its active participation in ICE and the launch of events for its clients. Last year, SimplePlay Christmas Free Spin Giveaway gave out Free Spins to players who played during the promotion period. Over 80,000 Free Spins were given out and SimplePlay’s clients experienced substantial growth in the number of active players.

In 2021, SimplePlay will continue its success with various plans. Here are some projects to look forward to. Clients can expect more events from the supplier. Following the achievements made last Christmas, SimplePlay is looking for opportunities to hold more events and promotion campaigns for its clients.

The development of new games is also underway. Apart from Slot Games, which the supplier has been doing regularly, there will also be new game types! Please stay tuned for more news and updates from the slot supplier.

New games and expansion plans

TV BET

The new year has just begun, but TBVET already has huge goals for it. The leading live-games provider has unveiled major plans for 2021: +4 new games, even more expansion, better interface.

TVBET is going to represent four new live-games soon. One of the TVBET partners has already implemented two of these games, and their figures have shown high interest and involvement on the part of the players. Two more games are in development. All four games will soon be added to the TVBET portfolio and presented to all partners.

The team is constantly working on the improvement of its product. Herewith, in 2020 TVBET auditors have done the analysis of the TVBET Game frame and updated it towards the convenience of the player, making the games more user-friendly and easy-tounderstand. These processes have not been completed yet, and the provider will proceed with its plan of renovation in 2021. All this is done to make the players feel comfortable, and, accordingly, this leads to an increase in the number of bets.

And one more step to be made is a wider expansion of TVBET’s presence in the world igaming stage. The team is already negotiating with potential partners from Latin America, Africa, Asia, Europe, CIS. The 2021 year is expected to be fruitful for the live-games provider and bring many new successful partnerships.

UltraPlay powers up Mobius Interactive

ULTRAPLAY

Award-winning betting provider, UltraPlay, has announced its partnership with Mobius Interactive Ltd, an online gaming operator, which is powered by UltraPlay’s platform and eSports betting product.

Through its brand Mobius.Bet, the company is focused on one of the fastest-growing betting verticals lately – eSports and its core audience – the gamers. Mobius Interactive Ltd launched its online operations together with UltraPlay in the third quarter of 2020. Since then the site is experiencing great interest from the eSports betting community of players across the globe.

Lynn Pearce, CEO at Mobius Interactive Ltd, has commented: “We are a team of gamers at heart, so when it came to deciding which esports iGaming platform provider to partner with when launching our company, it was a no-brainer for us, we knew immediately that we wanted to partner with the multiple esports award-winning UltraPlay!

In partnership with UltraPlay, we launched 3 diverse brands within 3 months, which must be a record within the iGaming industry! We have also had the most incredible support from their ever-patient and knowledgeable B2B, Integrations, and Trading teams, who in return have learnt from our superb Customer Service team, all of whom have been in the gaming industry for many years.

I believe the strength of this partnership will stand us all in good stead going forward as we launch into new regions around the world.”

Mario Ovcharov, CEO at UltraPlay added: “Mobius Interactive’s team is formed by industry peers with many years of experience. Thus, being their first-choice iGaming platform provider is great recognition for the entire team of UltraPlay. What’s even more exciting to us is their enthusiasm and commitment to the eSports betting sector. They shortly became a strong part of our network of like-minded partners heavily involved in the world of eSports. We strongly believe that together, we could further enhance the player experience in a very dynamic sector such as eSports.”

Through UltraPlay’s platform, Mobius will provide players with access to more than 34 eSports games, as well as live and pre-match odds on a wide variety of tournaments daily.

Flexible roulette solutions

WIN SYSTEMS

WIN SYSTEMS is a leading technology supplier of management solutions, electronic roulettes and slot machines to the casino and lottery industries, with more than 20 years of experience and presence in more than 60 countries around the world.

The company’s products allow you to build a seamlessly integrated, profitable, and flexible casino floor with best-in-class Customer Support and unbeatable adaptability for your business requirements. The products deliver thorough solutions to cover all casino needs regardless of size: Wigos, the market-leading casino management system, ranked TOP4 worldwide; GameStar, the innovative slot machines and Gold Club, the internationally acclaimed premium electronic roulettes.

The range of Gold Club premium electronic roulettes is the most flexible solution for casinos, allowing maximum monetization of limited space. With its state-of-the-art design, adaptive illumination technology, and superior quality, the gaming machines stand out from anywhere on the casino floor and delight all players.

GOLD CLUB proudly announces the launch of Gold Club Allegro, an individual station with the highest technical and design features, combining maximum comfort, fun and ergonomics for players. The precise inclination of the screen avoids excess reflections, while allowing a full view of the roulette wheel. To optimize configuration for the casino, up to 255 Gold Club Allegro can be connected to any Gold Club electronic roulette or to the fully automated standalone electronic roulette, the Gold Club Solo.

The combination of Gold Club Allegro + Solo delivers ultimate flexibility for your casino’s needs, creating a stunning stadium or optimizing smaller spaces.