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NSoft story: Passion and motivation behind Virtual Penalty Shootout

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4 years ago

October 5, 2021

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Virtual Penalty Shootout celebrated its first birthday. Officially, the game was released on September 30, 2020, and instantly captured the attention of both – operators and players.

The expert community has also recognized the uniqueness and the beauty of the game by shortlisting it for the Global Gaming Award 2021 in the category Product Launch of the Year. Recently NSoft received seven nominations for the SBC Awards Latinoamerica 2021. Among others, we are shortlisted in the category Virtual Sports Supplier. The application for this award has leaned heavily on the Virtual Penalty Shootout game.

To celebrate all those milestones, we decided to tell a different story about Virtual Penalty Shootout game. We will not talk about the RNG, betting markets, how-to-play but let people who created the game say a word or two about passion, excitement and dedication.

By Amela Dedić and Biljana Haljevac, Senior 3D Artists/Animators

The team

Great teams and great ideas are all about people and the working atmosphere. We at NSoft’s former 3D Games Team, now 3D Creative Team were lucky to found each and we just can’t start this story without saying thank-you to former and current team members: Jasmin Ličina – Senior 3D artist/Team lead, Dragan Grbavac – Senior 3D artist, Dejan Boras – Senior Unity dev, Zlatko Vukšić – Senior Unity dev, Adnan Mujkić – Unity Dev, Dragan Rezo – Senior 3D Artist, Stojan Cvitković – Senior 3D Artist, Toni Matej Radoš – Senior 3D Artist. In this story, “we” are Biljana Haljevac – Senior 3D Animator and Amela Dedić – Senior 3D Animator. We are the one who will take you behind the scene of Virtual Penalty Shootout.

Our Team’s job is to develop Virtual betting games such as Virtual greyhound and horse races, Motorcycle Speedway, etc.

New Project – Virtual Penalty Shootout

The virtual penalty shootout was the most challenging project we’ve worked on. It allowed us to learn and try new things such as Motion capture. Our first job was to figure out the best way for our small team to make such a big virtual game. The biggest challenge was the animation process. We needed a large number of highly realistic animations, and the best solution for that problem was a Motion Capture system. Our choice was a company from Sweden named Rokoko and their WiFi motion capture suit – The Smartsuit Pro.

After we placed our order for the suit, the waiting time was used to go “back to school” and research making of other elements of the game such as character and venue design and creation, MoCap animation recording and cleanup, new software, and game rules. Our best friends were Pluralsight and LinkedIn Learning.

The Arrival- Smartsuit Pro is in the town

The arrival of the Smartsuit Pro was the most joyful occasion. Also, the day when our colleague Toni officially became the resident MoCap test talent.

Since our open office was not suited for a proper MoCap test, our first pick was local park. Awesome place, beautiful weather, but just one problem: electricity was really hard to find. A better-suited place was found for proper test and future motion capture sessions. The Local Futsal field had everything we needed.

MoCap Time!

Following initial tests, we felt confident enough to start official motion capture sessions. The first step was planning and creating MoCap sheets for each motion capture session.

Our motion capture crew was small but efficient: Toni Matej Radoš – Test talent & Talent Manager, Biljana Haljevac – Reference Cameras and Amela Dedić – Rokoko Studio, MoCap Sheet. And our Talents, real-life football players, who without this would not be possible: Fedja Kulenić (goalkeeper) and Ivan Arapović (player).

Since we have only one suit, Goalkeeper and Player animations were recorded separately. Because of that, we had to be very careful during the planning process so the respective animations could match. We were a bit worried about the Goalkeeper’s recording sessions, taking into consideration the nature of football goalkeeping movements. To make everything easier we relocated Goalkeeper’s MoCap sessions to the local Judo club with a soft tatami mat surface. We had 3 recording sessions and each was 3 hours long. That gave us 137 raw animations. We were aware that not every MoCap take will be successful or 100% accurate, we made sure that every take was also recorded with our reference cameras.

Animation Cleanup

The entire process of cleanup was done in Maya and Motionbuilder using the HumanIK system. Most of the work was root motion corrections, foot slides, and arms fixes. The final part of the cleanup was merging the animations of Player and Goalkeeper into one take and making sure that the timing fits perfectly for each take.

The ball movement was a mix of keyframed animation and Unity physics.

Visuals & Final Render

Cleanup done. Next: Dressing up. The entire time of animation cleanup our player and goalkeeper rigs were dressed in nothing but their birthday suit. That caused a lot of funny looks from our other coworkers. But fear not! Our 3D artist Dragan Rezo was on the task of dressing them up for their final render.

Visuals & Final Render

Every visual element of the game can be easily changed. Character appearance, jerseys, crowd, banners. All this can be altered according to the client’s requirements. We had a test client request just to see how much time would be needed for all the changes and rendering.

Lions on background video banners
Goalkeeper jersey with leopard pattern and panther head as front logo
Penalty taker with a red jersey and white sun on blue background (Taiwanese flag) as a front logo. Number 88 on the back and name “Tigers” above it
Additional but not requested, all resolve screens translated to mandarin

Final words

Almost nobody was injured during the making of the game. Our Goalkeeper had some bruises from the suit’s sensors, and we almost had a heart attack when our suit had a minor malfunction.

All jokes aside, our small team is very proud to have managed to complete such a large project, learn a bunch of new things in the process, and use Motion capture technology. It was an awesome experience from start to finish.

In the end, we would like you to take a look at our little video presentation of the Motion capture animation process.

Always Up! x10000

Ring in the Chinese New Year with BGaming’s Seasonal Promotion

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19 minutes ago

February 9, 2026

Wladimir P.

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Fast-growing content provider unveils three thrilling seasonal collaborations.

Renowned iGaming content provider BGaming is honoring the Chinese New Year this February by launching three new games themed around Chinese culture.

This is the most recent in a series of seasonal promotional game collections launched by the studio. It comes after the successful releases of the Xmas, Halloween, Oktoberfest, and Valentine’s promotional sets in 2025. These have solidified BGaming’s status as a developer focused on seasonal and holiday-themed games that enhance player involvement and draw in new clients.

The promotional packages combine a selection of games to commemorate an approaching occasion. In this case, BGaming’s three gaming realms will each unveil a new title themed around the Chinese New Year.

The initial release of the three was Always Up! x10000, which became available on virtual shelves on February 4th. This is a #Classic style slot that serves as a sequel to BGaming’s well-liked Always Up! game.

Next comes Fortune Red Packets, a #Casual game that combines Minesweeper-like mechanics with Chinese cultural elements. Fortune Red Packets become available starting February 10th.

Finally, we have Panda Fortune Rush, an exciting online slot in the BGaming #Entertainment realm. Players are immersed in a bamboo forest and are presented with various bonus features, such as an exciting respin round and strong multipliers. This will be accessible starting February 19th.

Always Up! x10000 can be found now at bgaming.com. From February 10th and 19th, respectively, players can try the demos of Panda Fortune Rush and Fortune Red Packets on the website.

Julia Alekseeva, CPO at BGaming, said, “Themed games are a crucial part of our portfolio at BGaming, and our promotional releases are something that we are very proud of.

What makes the Chinese New Year set so relevant is that it features a new release for each of our three gaming worlds in BGaming’s new classification. Each of these titles adds something special to its respective category, and we are excited to share them with our players.”

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Affigates

SoftConstruct AI and Affigates Bring Cutting‑Edge Solutions to AIBC Eurasia 2026 in Dubai

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19 minutes ago

February 9, 2026

Wladimir P.

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SoftConstruct AI and Affigates are thrilled to share their involvement in AIBC Eurasia 2026, occurring on February 10-11 at the Festival Arena in Dubai. As a leading center for iGaming advancement in the area, AIBC Eurasia offers the perfect platform for companies to showcase their vision of a future powered by intelligence.

In a time when technology advances at an unparalleled speed, SoftConstruct AI and Affigates remain at the forefront by providing an environment where aspiration and intellect converge. At AIBC Eurasia, the emphasis will be on the concept of “The Choice,” steering operators toward strategic choices that promote sustainable growth and operational superiority.

At Stand 5S, attendees can discover an extensive range of solutions designed for the contemporary operator. At the heart of the display are the Sportsbook and Casino Platforms, upgraded with cutting-edge AI enhancements to guarantee optimal scalability and cross-channel efficiency. The AI Suite continues to be the core of the package, including CRM AI for behavior analysis, Umbrella AI for immediate risk oversight, and the AI Game Recommendation System for personalized content. Moreover, the exhibition highlights Betting Mate, an advanced AI assistant providing tailored market recommendations, up-to-date statistics, and an engaging chat interface for an enhanced player experience.

At AIBC Eurasia, participants can also discover Affigates, a uniquely operated, unprecedented affiliate ecosystem presented at the SoftConstruct AI booth. Created as a comprehensive growth engine for the iGaming industry, it emphasizes transparency via a distinctive scoring system and a Traffic Trust Layer that assesses quality prior to any engagement. Affigates provides a scalable and fraud-resistant route to ongoing success through a trusted international network of more than 7,000 affiliates and 700 partners connecting with 115 million players.

Maintaining its dedication to partner success, SoftConstruct AI will showcase the “The Choice to Grow” initiative. This unique 12-month program transforms performance into real cost benefits by incentivizing growth. By realizing a 16.67% growth in GGR each quarter across Sportsbook, Virtual Sports, Retail Solutions, FeedConstruct, PopOK Gaming, Pascal Gaming, CreedRoomz, Choice Gaming, Stretch Network, and SOS Hub, partners can access a 51% invoice discount every three months, three months of complimentary services for single-use, in addition to special promotions and exclusive tournaments from partner brands.

The energy starts to build even before the Festival Arena’s doors are opened. On February 8, two days before the exhibition, SoftConstruct AI will host Harmony ChoiceMe Dubai, a private event aimed at bringing together the local iGaming community. This gathering provides a concentrated environment designed for discussion and strategic synchronization, enabling industry leaders to exchange insights and viewpoints prior to the commencement of the main event.

SoftConstruct AI and Affigates welcome all visitors to explore Stand 5S to see how an integrated, AI-powered ecosystem can reshape the future of iGaming.

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Amusnet

Amusnet Brings Brazilian Street Energy to Crash Gaming with the Release of Caramelo Sortudo – Crash Edition

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19 minutes ago

February 9, 2026

Wladimir P.

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Amusnet expands its crash game portfolio with the launch of Caramelo Sortudo – Crash Edition, a high-energy title inspired by Brazil’s most iconic street dog. Packed with colour, character and fast-paced action, the new release takes players straight into the vibrant rhythm of Brazilian neighborhoods, where every second counts and the multiplier runs wild.

At the heart of the game is Caramelo, sprinting through bustling streets in pursuit of a mischievous bicyclist. With each stride, the multiplier climbs higher, challenging players to make split-second decisions. The objective is simple yet thrilling: cash out at the right moment before Caramelo catches the irresistible scent of his favourite grilled chicken.

Designed to deliver transparency and trust, Caramelo Sortudo – Crash Edition is powered by a Provably Fair algorithm and features a 50% cashout chance, ensuring balanced gameplay and edge-of-your-seat excitement in every round. Intuitive mechanics make it accessible to newcomers, while rising multipliers keep seasoned players fully engaged.

Visually bold and bursting with personality, the game blends skill, suspense and unmistakable Brazilian charm. From colorful street scenes to the playful animation of its four-legged hero, every detail is crafted to enhance immersion and momentum.

Whether players aim for steady wins or chase daring multipliers, Caramelo Sortudo – Crash Edition delivers nonstop adrenaline and dynamic gameplay. With this latest release, Amusnet once again showcases its commitment to innovation, entertainment and culturally inspired gaming experiences.

Gamble

Play the game and multiply the winnings through the Gambling feature.

Multipliers

The game starts with a multiplier set at 1x and rises gradually and can go up to a max coefficient of 1,000,000. Multiplier can potentially crash at 1x, ending the game round.

50% Cash Out

Players can cash out 50% of their bet during the game round and continue playing with the remaining 50%.

Jackpot Cards

The Jackpot Cards bonus game is triggered at random during the gameplay to allow players to win impressive jackpots.

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