As we get ready for CS2 on FACEIT, let’s look back at your achievements so far! ESL FACEIT Group (EFG), the leading esports and video game entertainment company today launches FACEIT REPLAY, an epic reflection on Counter-Strike: Global Offensive (CS:GO) that lets its 30 million users relive their CS:GO history on the FACEIT platform.

The new shareable feature lets players discover their personal stats from the last three years, such as global/local rank, number of kills, headshot accuracy, best map and more.

As FACEIT is the most popular training ground for pro Counter-Strike players, FACEIT REPLAY can also reveal the data of some of the game’s biggest stars, including FACEIT #1 ranked player Ilya “m0NESY” Osipov, and acclaimed Dutch player Shuaib “D0cC” Ahmad. Amateur players will also be able to compare their stats against the pro players.

I wanted to share the details in case this is of interest for news. Assets including pro player FACEIT REPLAY graphics can be found here.

• As the world eagerly awaits the launch of Counter-Strike 2, FACEIT, the world’s leading online platform for competitive gaming, has launched FACEIT REPLAY, an opportunity for the community to reflect on three years of grinding, winning, losing, and improving on CS:GO.
• Players can head to FACEIT REPLAY now to discover their FACEIT Replay and learn where they place amongst the world’s biggest community of serious Counter-Strike players, including some of the world’s best pro players.
• FACEIT users can now share their accolades such as global/local rank, number of kills, headshot accuracy, best map, kill breakdown, minutes played and more directly on social media to compare with friends and famous members of the community.
• Pros already using the new feature include:

• Counter-Strike talent have also been discovering their CS history on FACEIT:
  • PIMP
  • SPUNJ
  • Maniac
  • YNk
  • James Bardolph
  • MACHINE
  • launders
  • Scrawny

• On FACEIT, players can join communities, gather tips and feedback for their path going pro and can join or host matches on private servers. FACEIT provides its own ranking system in which players start at Level 1 and are able to reach Level 10. Players can participate in community tournaments or qualify for the FACEIT Pro League and start the journey to become one of the best CS players in the world. To ensure a safe environment, FACEIT offers its industry leading anti-cheat and chat moderation through its own AI called “Minerva”.
• For more information about FACEIT head to FACEIT.com. Follow us on Twitter, Facebook and Reddit. Watch clips and tournaments on FACEIT’s YouTube and Twitch Channels. For more general information, visit eslfaceitgroup.com or follow ESL FACEIT Group on LinkedIn.

Let me know if you have any questions.

French mobile game developer and publisher TapNation has reached over a billion downloads across its entire games portfolio.

French mobile game developer and publisher TapNation has reached over a billion downloads across its entire games portfolio.

TapNation’s games portfolio includes Ice Cream Inc — which has been downloaded over 230 million times — Thief Puzzle and Giant Rush.

“One billion downloads is hard to comprehend, especially when we think about the path that led us there! This success was made possible thanks to all the work of our team, but also the tools and processes we developed in-house to empower our employees,” says Hervé Montoute, CEO and co-founder at TapNation.

“We were convinced from day one that gaming will be a strong player in the AI space, so we also included prediction and Machine Learning pipelines whenever we could. We are incredibly grateful for the support of our players and look forward to continuing to deliver exceptional gaming experiences.”

2023 has been a landmark year for TapNation. It was recognized as a finalist for Best Developer at the 2023 PGC Awards and also featured in the prestigious French Tech 120. At the core of all this however, is the firm’s expert creative team.

“TapNation is first of all, a pool of talented and passionate people. We have a strong company culture, where our employees strive and grow within the gaming space,” comments Igor Zabukovec, co-founder and CTO at TapNation.

“We also are deeply rooted in tech and AI, with engineers coming from different backgrounds. We are a truly international team with more than 13 nationalities represented — our market is global, so is our team!”

In line with its tech-driven ethos, TapNation is seamlessly integrating the latest AI advancements into its pipelines, including ChatGPT and real-time user segmentation. The firm’s agile development approach allows them to prototype quickly, ensuring its games stay ahead of the curve.

“We are like a lab, where we need to create and prototype things quickly — not in months but in weeks,” continues Zabukovec. “Our tech team is built following this principle. This includes the data scientists, but also our Unity developers, backend and SDK — everyone!”

Looking ahead, TapNation has ambitious initiatives for 2023 and beyond. It remains committed to player-centric game development: prioritising the needs and preferences of its loyal fanbase.

With a steadfast focus on technological advancements, TapNation aims to continue expanding its tech stack and developing cutting-edge tools to reach its next milestone of 5 billion downloads.

Imagine being able to place your bets without an active internet connection. Sounds magical, right? We have made it possible.

Through a ground-breaking initiative, Nsoft and its partner Madasava, are introducing a progressive web mobile application that revolutionizes betting by facilitating it in an offline environment.

In the constantly evolving world of technology, we seek to bring this solution that pushes boundaries even further, and bridges gaps which exist today in places where the internet still is a scarce commodity.

Harness the Power of the SMS

Gone are the days when lack of internet connectivity meant no play. With our innovative mobile application, users can place bets on pre-match events, participate in virtual games, and even try their luck in online lotteries through the simple use of our offline betting application.

Yes, you read that right: all of these activities can be performed offline – without internet connectivity. Our application creates a revolutionary and user-friendly betting landscape that transcends all traditional barriers, making the process as seamless as if you were online.

A Fluid, Intuitive Experience

The application has been designed to replicate the smooth and intuitive betting experience you are accustomed to online. Using this application is not different to placing a bet online. Players can easily choose, add and remove selected bets to their bet slip, which once confirmed by the player, is automatically translated to an SMS code, which is used to place the bet from anywhere, from their mobile device, with no need for any internet connectivity.

Not only can users place bets offline this way, but the application also seamlessly allows users to register, deposit and withdraw money from their betting accounts directly from their device, with

no internet connection, thereby creating an inclusive and empowering ecosystem for players everywhere, especially in regions where internet connectivity is limited.

And for those in fear of not having the latest odds and payout information, the application also offers the choice to users to have updated-to-the-minute information through the simple click of button, which we know is especially key to high rollers. Players will, in any case, be informed of potential changes in odds and payouts at all times when placing a bet offline on the application.

Inclusive and Empowering

We are enthusiastic about this collaboration with Madasava, a relationship that not only augments revenues but significantly broadens the horizon of betting possibilities, especially in African regions, where the lack of extensive network infrastructure has previously been a barrier to the betting industry.  By providing a solution that bypasses these challenges, NSoft and Madasava are opening doors to new possibilities and experiences.

“Bringing the joy and excitement of betting to areas with limited internet infrastructure has always been a goal we aspired to achieve,” says Nikola Crnjac, Sales Manager at NSoft. “With this innovative application, we are not only increasing revenue avenues but also empowering communities by providing them with entertainment options that were previously unreachable.”

Join the Movement

Partner Madasava is spearheading the push for this initiative, working tirelessly on maintaining and improving the application with new features. This partnership is set to boost revenues for existing clients, paving the way for a prosperous and collaborative future.

“We are incredibly excited about this venture, which stands as a testament to the innovation and foresight NSoft embodies,” says Hemant Gujadhur, CEO at Madasava. “Together, we are paving a path that bridges gaps and creates opportunities in regions where the betting market has remained largely untapped.”

Join us in this remarkable journey as we reshape the betting industry, making it more inclusive, accessible, and enjoyable for all.

The final day of the SBC Summit Barcelona featured an awards ceremony honoring the best representatives of the betting and gambling industry. Marina Ilina, the founder of PIN-UP Global brand, received the leadership award on merit.

SBC Summit is an annual conference where the top operators of iGaming and Sports Betting niche meet to discuss the future of the industry, share experiences and develop networking. This year the event was held in Barcelona, where it could gather about 15000 gambling professionals from 350 companies, as well as more than 450 speakers. The conference ended with the traditional awards ceremony for market leaders in various categories, and PIN-UP Global CEO Marina Ilina was honored with the Leader of the Year award.

“The award at SBC Summit Barcelona is a recognition of leadership, expertise and experience gained over many years. This is the result of continuous efforts, and not only my personal ones: professionalism and proactivity of the team is the best motivation for every leader. Together we offer the most effective solutions to our partners and clients, and of course we will continue further development and scaling of the ecosystem“, commented Marina Ilina, CEO of PIN-UP Global.

PIN-UP is a full-cycle ecosystem with in-house products and services for the gambling industry. More than 2000 professionals are engaged in software development, customer service, management, marketing, legal and financial support and much more. Today PIN-UP operates in six countries (Cyprus, Ukraine, Poland, Kazakhstan, Armenia, Peru) in seven different areas — PIN-UP.TECH, PIN-UP.BUSINESS, PIN-UP.CRM, PIN-UP.TRAFFIC, PIN-UP.PLAY, PIN-UP.CARE, PIN-UP.TEAM.