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Call Break to Test Indian Gaming Waters We spoke to Dmitry Starostenkov, CEO, EvenBet Gaming, to dive deep into the thought behind launching a card game like Call Break in India and how the brand looks at the legal entanglements around online gaming.
By Mrinal Gujare
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n the end, all business operations can be reduced to three words: people, product, and profits,” says Lee Iacocca. This quote aptly defines how EvenBet, a gaming solution brand, has been expanding its foothold across the globe. 38 countries, 120 poker rooms, 35 poker games and 15 million gamers have led to this online poker giant capturing a considerable chunk of the online gaming industry across the globe. EvenBet recently set up a base in India, with the multiplayer game called Call Break. The firm has cemented its position as a treasure island for all things poker. This software development brand is pushing the envelope to broaden its reach into lucrative gaming
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arkets with the latest addition. To dig deeper into the newest adventure by EvenBet, we spoke to Dmitry Starostenkov, CEO of EvenBet Gaming. We quizzed him on multiple fronts, which led to quite an eye-opener. If you are someone who enjoys card games, then this interview is a must-read for you. Excerpts from the interview. Call Break is the 35th card game adapted by EvenBet. Given that there are multiple card games, what sets Call Break apart? Call Break is a strategic skill-based game. After getting their cards, players have to estimate the chances of winning a certain number of rounds. One should use memory, 2021
mathematics and a robust strategy to succeed in Call Break. These aspects set the game apart from other card games. What prompted EvenBet to include Call Break in its product offering? Call Break is a new game with rapidly growing popularity in our target markets, including India. Call Break is one of the top four skill-based games alongside poker, daily fantasy sports, and rummy in those markets. We wanted our customers to benefit by adding Call Break to their portfolio while it is growing. Besides that, EvenBet Gaming specializes in skill-based game development.
