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EGBA Highlights Key Achievements And Latest Members Data In New Annual Activity Report

The association publishes its Annual Activity Report for 2023, highlighting key achievements and the latest online gambling data from its members.
The European Gaming and Betting Association (EGBA), representing Europe’s leading online gaming and betting companies, has published its Annual Activity Report for 2023. From driving collaboration within the gambling sector to highlighting the latest online gambling data from its members, the report showcases EGBA’s efforts to raise industry standards and promote greater transparency in Europe’s gambling sector.
The Annual Activity Report 2023 showcases EGBA’s recent efforts to raise standards in areas such as anti-money laundering, safer gambling, and collaboration. Notable initiatives from EGBA in the past twelve months include its introduction of robust anti-money laundering guidelines for Europe’s online gambling sector, the association’s work towards the standardisation of markers of harm at European level, and its initiatives to foster collaboration within the sector on crucial topics such as cyber security.
The report also presents the latest aggregated data from the association’s members for their European online gambling operations in 2022,[1] including information about their combined gaming revenues, stakes, return to player rates, customer winnings, products, customer accounts, and licenses. The publication of the report underlines EGBA’s dedication to transparency and commitment to chart the progress of the operations and activities of its members.
The report reveals an 8% decrease in the combined online gross gaming revenues[2] of EGBA members to €10.7 billion in 2022. Additionally, for the first time, casino revenue surpassed sports betting, accounting for 48% of EGBA members’ online revenues.
“Over the past year, we have focused our efforts on raising industry standards and driving positive change within the sector. We are grateful for the trust and support of our members, who push progress forward and regularly demonstrate their commitment to being open and transparent, including by sharing their valuable industry data. The recent decrease in revenues could be attributed to a combination of factors, including the impact of the cost-of-living crisis on customer gambling habits and a streak of customer-friendly sports results.” – Maarten Haijer, Secretary General, EGBA.
European Online Gambling Data from EGBA Members (2022)
Revenues
- The combined online gross gaming revenue (GGR) of EGBA members was €10.7 billion, an 8% yearly decrease, and accounted for one-third of Europe’s total online GGR.
Stakes[3]
- Total number of online stakes was 132 billion, a 19% yearly increase.
- Online stakes were worth a total value of €184 billion, a 9% yearly decrease.
- Average value of online stakes across all products was €1.40, a 53% decrease from 2018.
Customers
- Average return to player (RTP) rate of 94.2%.[4]
- An estimated €173 billion in customer winnings.
- Total of 31.2 million active online customer accounts, a 5% yearly increase.
Products
- In terms of revenue share, casino accounted for 48% of online GGR, while sports betting had a 43% share.
- Casino revenue accounted for €5.2 billion in online GGR, a 1% yearly decrease, while sports betting accounted for €4.6 billion, a 13% yearly decrease.
- Pre-match betting accounted for 62% of online sports betting GGR.
Licenses
- Combined total of 267 online gambling licenses in Europe.
- Licensed across 22 different European countries, with online licenses now in Poland.
Bao Shi
Bao Shi Awakens the Legendary Lion God of Prosperity

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Play’n GO breathes new life into ancient Chinese mythology with Bao Shi, a visually striking 5-reel slot centred around the mythical Lion God, Lioras. Set amidst mist-shrouded mountains and long-forgotten temples, Bao Shi beckons players to release Lioras from an ancient spell cast by a malevolent warlord, bringing prosperity to those brave enough to beat the drums of destiny.
Players engage with ornate symbols and mystic Drum symbols that pulse with life, creating immersive gameplay wrapped in cultural authenticity. Bao Shi promises not only engaging storytelling but substantial rewards through its innovative gameplay mechanics.
The standout Lioras Blessings feature spontaneously graces the reels, transforming symbols into Coin Wilds with generous multipliers, visually elevating the experience and boosting win potential. Meanwhile, the Free Spins feature intensifies anticipation, activated by resonant Gong symbols; three or more Gongs summon up to fifteen Free Spins enhanced by upgraded Lioras symbols and additional Coin Wild multipliers. The deeper the drumming echoes, the richer the rewards become, ensuring each interaction harmoniously aligns with the tale of prosperity.
Bao Shi joins Play’n GO’s esteemed catalogue of narrative-driven, culturally resonant titles like Imperial Opera and Celebration of Wealth, offering players an enriched experience that blends compelling narratives with sophisticated gameplay.
Magnus Wallentin, Games Ambassador at Play’n GO, said: “Bao Shi immerses players in ancient Chinese legends with unmatched authenticity and rewarding gameplay. The Lioras Blessings and Free Spins features offer meaningful interactions directly tied to the slot’s captivating narrative, ensuring a memorable experience for all players.”
Bao Shi offers a visually splendid, culturally immersive experience, captivating players with a compelling narrative woven seamlessly into rewarding gameplay. Fans of intricate storytelling and innovative slots will find Bao Shi an unmissable addition to their gaming collection.
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Stakelogic conjures spellbinding wins with new slot Leprechaun’s Loot

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Step into Pip O’Spin’s world of rainbows, golden rewards, and mischievous magic
Stakelogic has unveiled its latest enchanted adventure, Leprechaun’s Loot, where Irish folklore meets inventive mechanics. Starring Pip O’Spin, a cheeky leprechaun from the emerald hills with a gift for turning rainbows into gold, the game combines playful storytelling with exciting Hold ‘N’ Win action.
With 243 Pay Ways, players begin on a 5×3 grid where Rainbow symbols can be boosted into Golden Rainbows, instantly increasing their value. Rainbow Collects deliver instant wins when a Collect symbol lands on reel five, while Lucky Respins give players a chance to trigger the Bonus. Players can also activate Super Stake to double the likelihood of entering Free Spins or buy directly into the Hold ‘N’ Win feature for 100x their bet.
Once inside the Hold ‘N’ Win Bonus, the real magic begins. Here, Rainbow and Golden Rainbow symbols lock in place while modifiers add layers of excitement.
Expand symbols can unlock additional rows up to a full 5×5 grid, while Double symbols fill a meter that, when charged, doubles all Rainbow values before resetting. Golden Rainbows persist throughout the round, transferring and stacking their value onto other symbols creating a steady stream of treasure.
With high volatility and a max multiplier of x5,000, Leprechaun’s Loot balances whimsical charm with serious win potential.
James Jelliffe, Head of Slots at Stakelogic, said: “With Leprechaun’s Loot, we wanted to create a slot where every feature feeds into the next, building momentum and excitement spin by spin. The Hold ‘N’ Win round really comes alive as modifiers stack, the grid expands, and Golden Rainbows keep values climbing. This release delivers layers of gameplay that will keep players engaged, entertained and wanting to come back for more.”
Leprechaun’s Loot will be available to operators and players from 9 October 2025.
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FreakShow Hotel
Million Games and Yugo Workshop Unveil FreakShow Hotel – A Halloween Slot Full of Sticky Wild Multipliers

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Million Games, together with Million Stars partner studio Yugo Workshop, has announced the launch of FreakShow Hotel, a Halloween-themed 5×3 video slot designed to deliver both festive fun and serious win potential.
Set inside Count Drac’s haunted hotel, the game invites players to join a supernatural banquet filled with ghosts, monsters, and high-paying surprises. With 20 paylines, medium volatility, and a maximum payout of 6,000x the bet, FreakShow Hotel combines a seasonal theme with proven mechanics built for strong player engagement.
Feature Highlights
- Pumpkin Party Free Spins – Triggered by 3 or more Medal Scatter symbols, awarding 8–14 Free Spins.
- Sticky Wild Multipliers – Wilds stick to the reels during Free Spins and carry random multipliers of 2x, 3x, or 5x that change with each spin.
- Bonus Buy – A fast-track option for players to access Free Spins instantly.
“With FreakShow Hotel, Yugo Workshop has delivered a slot that is fun, thematic, and highly engaging,” said Thomas Nimstad, CEO of Million Games. “The combination of Sticky Wild Multipliers and Free Spins makes it a strong performer for operators during the Halloween season, while its polished visuals and playful narrative ensure it appeals widely to players.”
FreakShow Hotel is the latest release from Yugo Workshop under the Million Star Partner Programme, following a series of creative and feature-rich titles launched earlier this year.
The game is now live across all Million Games partner platforms.
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