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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.

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Spintec Shines at ICE Barcelona 2026 with Innovative Electronic Table Games and Jackpots

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3 hours ago

February 3, 2026

Wladimir P.

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Spintec took center stage at this year’s ICE Barcelona, captivating visitors with a stunning array of electronic table games, interactive experiences, and high-impact jackpots under The Merkur Group’s motto: “Spin with Power. Shine in Color.”

As one of the largest exhibitors, Merkur consistently drew large crowds, showcasing their latest innovations with entertaining presentations and immersive gaming setups.

Charisma Eye: Multi-Game Entertainment for 12 Players

Spintec’s Charisma Eye setting stole the spotlight, designed for up to 12 players. This versatile setup combines a roulette wheel and a dice shaker, allowing players to enjoy roulette, SicBo, and Craps simultaneously or individually. Enhanced with varied payouts, multipliers, and two thrilling jackpots—Galactic Jackpot on roulette and Dragon Jackpot on SicBo—Charisma Eye delivers nonstop excitement for both casual players and high rollers.

Galactic Spin: Three Roulette Games in One

Another major highlight was Galactic Spin, Spintec’s flagship roulette game. This year, the latest version integrates three game modes: classic roulette, Hot Spot, and Galactic Spin. Players can easily switch between modes, all designed to offer highly immersive and engaging gameplay.

Enhanced User Interface for Multi-Game Play

To elevate the player experience further, Spintec introduced a new touchscreen interface that splits the display, allowing players to monitor up to four games simultaneously. When one game becomes particularly engaging, it can expand to full screen, giving players complete control over their gaming experience.

Bestsellers That Continue to Impress Globally

ICE attendees also explored Spintec’s best-selling table games:

Charisma Amphitheatre: Ideal for live tournaments, this setting offers a wide variety of games playable at the same time, enhanced with vibrant graphics tailored for LED walls.
Charisma Stand-Alone: Perfect for individual players, featuring game selector buttons for smooth transitions and fully independent operation.
Charisma Blackjack (5 Play Stations): Brings the thrill of live blackjack to multiple players with five innovative side bets, capable of multiplying winnings up to 320x.
Charisma Roulette (8 Players): Spintec’s proven global bestseller, featuring Galactic Spin, GLI-certified technology, high visibility of the roulette wheel, and a two-sided LED animated topper for added flair.

Spintec at ICE 2026: Innovation Meets Player Engagement

From multi-player roulette and blackjack to immersive interfaces and high-value jackpots, Spintec reinforced its position as a leader in electronic table games. ICE Barcelona 2026 offered visitors the chance to experience firsthand the combination of player comfort, dynamic gameplay, and innovative design that continues to set Spintec apart in the global gaming industry.

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GoldenRace and Spinmatic Partner with Lynon in Global iGaming Distribution Deal

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3 hours ago

February 3, 2026

Wladimir P.

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GoldenRace and Spinmatic, both part of Softquo Holding, have entered into a global distribution partnership with Lynon, an all-in-one iGaming platform, to integrate their full portfolios of Virtual Sports and Slots into the Lynon ecosystem.

The strategic agreement significantly expands Softquo’s global reach, making GoldenRace’s industry-leading Virtual Sports and Spinmatic’s innovative slot games available to a broader international audience. Under the terms of the deal, Lynon will gain access to the entire game libraries of both providers, enabling operators and players worldwide to benefit from high-performance, market-ready betting and gaming solutions.

Strengthening Lynon’s iGaming ecosystem

By adding GoldenRace and Spinmatic content, Lynon enhances its offering with some of the most advanced Virtual Sports and Slots products currently available. The integration further positions Lynon as a comprehensive iGaming platform capable of delivering diverse, engaging content to regulated markets across multiple regions.

The partnership also reinforces the market leadership of GoldenRace and Spinmatic, whose combined expertise spans data-driven Virtual Sports, immersive slot mechanics, and scalable global distribution.

“Teaming up with Softquo allows us to deliver a double-edged competitive advantage to our partners,” said Sona Grigoryan, Partnership Manager at Lynon. “By combining GoldenRace’s Virtual Sports expertise with Spinmatic’s creative slot excellence, we are significantly enhancing the value of the Lynon ecosystem on a global scale.”

Expanding Softquo’s international footprint

Softquo CEO and Founder Martin Wachter highlighted the agreement as a reflection of growing global demand for the group’s products and technology.

“Our teams are working incredibly hard to ensure we keep growing worldwide and bringing our top-tier products to players in every corner of the globe,” Wachter said. “This agreement with Lynon shows that leading industry platforms recognise the value of our portfolio. We are delivering the best tools to help our partners engage players and drive sustainable growth, and we are pleased to see our international footprint continue to expand.”

Global demand for Virtual Sports and Slots

The partnership underscores the increasing worldwide appetite for Virtual Sports and premium slot content, as operators look to diversify offerings and improve player engagement. By aligning with Lynon, GoldenRace and Spinmatic further strengthen Softquo’s position as a global supplier of innovative, high-quality iGaming content.

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BMM Testlabs Secures Minas Gerais License, Expanding iGaming and Sports Betting Certification in Brazil

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3 hours ago

February 3, 2026

Wladimir P.

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BMM Testlabs, the world’s longest-established gaming test laboratory, has been officially granted approval and accreditation as a Testing and Certification Laboratory in the Brazilian state of Minas Gerais, significantly expanding its regulated footprint in one of Latin America’s fastest-growing gaming markets.

The authorization, issued under the state’s formal lottery regime Loteria do Estado de Minas Gerais, allows BMM Testlabs to test and certify fixed-odds iGaming and sports betting products, including online sports wagering and instant games offered through LotoMinas.bet. The approval marks another key milestone in BMM’s long-term expansion strategy across Brazil’s evolving regulatory landscape.

Strategic expansion in Brazil’s second-largest state

Minas Gerais is Brazil’s second-largest state, home to more than 21 million residents and a major economic center in the country’s southeast region. Entry into this jurisdiction positions BMM Testlabs to support regulators, operators, and suppliers as the state develops its regulated online gaming and sports betting ecosystem.

With the Minas Gerais license, BMM Testlabs is now fully authorized to test and certify regulated gaming products across five Brazilian jurisdictions, including:

Federal-level accreditation in Brazil
State-level accreditation in Minas Gerais
State-level accreditation in Paraná
State-level accreditation in Maranhão
State-level accreditation in Rio Grande do Norte

This expanding portfolio reinforces BMM’s role as a trusted compliance partner in Brazil’s rapidly formalizing gaming sector.

Supporting regulators and sustainable market growth

Marzia Turrini, President of iGaming & Cybersecurity at BMM Testlabs, said the approval underscores the company’s commitment to supporting Brazil’s regulators and licensed suppliers with independent, high-quality testing services. “As the Brazilian market continues to evolve, regulators and suppliers require testing partners with deep technical expertise, global experience, and strong local knowledge,” Turrini said. “We are proud to support Minas Gerais with independent testing and certification services that help protect players, strengthen regulatory confidence, and enable sustainable market growth.”

Global experience with deep local reach

Founded in 1981, BMM Testlabs is the longest-standing private independent gaming certification laboratory in the world. The company has spent more than four decades testing and certifying a full range of gaming products, including land-based gaming systems, online and iGaming platforms, sports betting, lottery solutions, and emerging digital wagering technologies.

BMM has been recognized for its regulatory leadership, winning the Vixio Global Regulatory Award for Testing Service or Solution Provider of the Year in both 2024 and 2025. The company authored the first independent gaming standards in 1992 and the first online gaming standards in 2001, helping shape modern compliance frameworks worldwide.

Innovation, cybersecurity, and global scale

In addition to traditional testing and certification services, BMM operates the BMM Innovation Group (BIG), which delivers advanced technology solutions focused on cybersecurity through BIG Cyber and professional training through RG24seven Virtual Training.

BMM Testlabs employs more than 800 professionals across 16 global locations and holds more than 700 licenses worldwide, enabling it to support regulators and gaming suppliers across mature and emerging markets. The company’s global headquarters are in Las Vegas, with offices throughout the Americas, Europe, Africa, Asia, and Australia, including a growing presence in Brazil.

With its new Minas Gerais accreditation, BMM Testlabs continues to solidify its position as a leading testing and certification authority for Brazil’s regulated iGaming and sports betting market.

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