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Opera buys owner of GameMaker and starts a Gaming division

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Opera, the browser developer and consumer internet brand, announced its acquisition of YoYo Games, creator of the world’s leading 2D game engine, GameMaker Studio 2, for approximately $10 million. The tuck-in acquisition represents the second building block in the foundation of Opera Gaming, a new division within Opera with global ambitions and follows the creation and rapid growth of Opera’s innovative Opera GX browser, the world’s first browser built specifically for gamers.

Krystian Kolondra, EVP Browsers at Opera, said: “With Opera GX, Opera had adapted its proven, innovative browser tech platform to dramatically expand its footprint in gaming. We’re at the brink of a shift, when more and more people start not only playing, but also creating and publishing games. GameMaker Studio2 is best-in-class game development software, and lowers the barrier to entry for anyone to start making their games and offer them across a wide range of web-supported platforms, from PCs, to, mobile iOS/Android devices, to consoles.

Annette De Freitas, Head of Business Development & Strategic Partnerships, Opera Gaming, added: “Gaming is a growth area for Opera and the acquisition of YoYo Games reflects significant, sustained momentum across both of our businesses over the past year. Our new Opera GX browser hit 7 million MAUs in December, 2020, up 350% year over year, while YoYo Games’ GameMaker engine achieved 400K new registered creators in 2020. We’re tremendously excited by the opportunities the combination creates not only for our combined users, but also for the expansion of Opera’s gaming community.”

Stuart Poole, GM at YoYo Games who will remain with the business alongside technical lead Russell Kay stated, “For over twenty years, the vision behind the GameMaker engine was to not just create more games, but expand development within and beyond the game studio. We think the transaction with Opera – whose products are known, trusted and used worldwide by millions of people every month- represents a massive opportunity to accelerate fulfilment of that founding vision, during a period of exceptional growth for both companies.”

“We are very excited to start working with the team at YoYo Games,” said Krystian Kolondra, EVP Browsers at Opera. “We see the Game Maker Studio platform as being an ideal acquisition to complement our global ambitions in gaming, and to help drive awareness and traffic to our Opera GX gaming browser.”

Opera GX, YoYo Games and GameMaker will unite under Opera Gaming, focusing on innovating across the gaming, game development, and browser experience. “We look forward to further growing Opera GX and driving the growth of GameMaker as part of a broader ecosystem, making it more accessible to novice users and developing it into the world’s leading 2D game engine used by commercial studios,” continued Krystian Kolondra. “Opera Gaming will be focusing on accelerating the growth of this emerging ecosystem, combining the 7+ million highly engaged gamers using Opera GX with millions of GameMaker creators. We are also thrilled to continue realizing synergies between YoYo Games’ products and Opera GX.”

GameMakerStudio is an integrated game development software, performance-tuned 2/2.5D engine that fuels many games, including multi-million hits like Risk of Rain, Undertale, or Hyper Light Drifter on an extensive range of mainstream platforms. Starting to build games with Game Maker Studio requires little to zero coding skills. Due to its extensive functionalities and ease of use Game Maker Studio lowers the barriers to entry and empowers a variety of creative people to make their games come alive and share them with the world.

Kolondra explained further: “Performance is essential to even 2D gaming, and sustaining that performance across mobile devices and laptops as well as variable bandwidth and connectivity requires thinking outside of traditional application silos. The line between building good games and good browsers has been eroding for years – with gaming interactivity across internet connections ramping up and browsers growing more multi-function and sophisticated. Traditionally the two types of technology compete for hardware and bandwidth resources. But as Opera GX proved, there was a better way to address that competition and improve the experience across both functionalities. YoYo Games’ team, development expertise and studio relationships lay the groundwork for turning the Opera GX vertical into a new kind of horizontal. This horizontal opportunity is why we’re building Opera Gaming and its infrastructure – so that we can further integrate gaming and browsing in ways beneficial to both in terms of not only monetization, but also experience.”

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Infingame set to “Unleash Your Beast Mode” at SiGMA São Paulo

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Infingame, one of the iGaming industry’s fastest-growing aggregators, is set to return to Brazil this April for SiGMA São Paulo, launching its bold “UNLEASH YOUR BEAST MODE” campaign at the heart of the Latin American market. Inspired by the jaguar, a symbol of speed, power, and dominance across Brazil and LatAm, the campaign underscores Infingame’s focus on scalable, reliable technology, rapid integrations, and a curated ecosystem of top-tier providers.

Representing Infingame at the event will be Jana Filagina, Head of Commercial, and Yerassyl Yelemessov, Senior Partner Success Manager, who will meet with operators seeking a performance-driven, stable aggregation partner in the region.

Reinforcing a Leading Position in Latin America

At SiGMA São Paulo, Infingame will spotlight its position as a leading aggregation provider in Latin America. With over 16,000 games from more than 150 providers, the aggregator will demonstrate the platform’s technical strength and the depth of its provider network.

A particular focus will be on Infingame’s tournaments and challenges, engagement tools built to help operators drive structured and repeatable player activity. Fully integrated into the aggregation layer, these tools allow operators to launch campaigns quickly while maintaining full control over performance, localisation, and player experience.

Supporting Growth in a Competitive Market

As Brazil continues to develop as a regulated and highly competitive iGaming market, Infingame’s aggregation platform has been designed to support operators in building sustainable growth across Latin America.

Jana Filagina, Head of Commercial at Infingame, said:

“Brazil is one of the most exciting iGaming markets today, but it’s also one of the most demanding. Operators need infrastructure that performs consistently—not just at launch, but over the long term.
“At Infingame, we provide more than content. Our platform includes tools such as tournaments and challenges that can be implemented quickly and managed efficiently. SiGMA São Paulo is an ideal opportunity to connect with partners who are serious about long-term performance and growth in LatAm.”

Infingame will also use the event to strengthen its network across the wider Latin American region, supporting operators as they navigate regulatory developments, increasing competition, and evolving market dynamics.

About Infingame

With a portfolio of more than 16,000 games from over 150 providers, Infingame has firmly established itself as one of the world’s fastest-growing iGaming aggregators and a market-leading sweepstakes provider.

Delivered via a single API, the platform offers technical excellence, some of the fastest spin times in the industry, exclusive tournaments, and strategic partnerships with top-tier operators across North America, LatAm, and beyond.

Infingame’s offering spans slots, crash games, sweepstakes, and live casino content. To book a demo or learn more, contact the team via LinkedIn, the company website, or [email protected].

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Booming Games Partners with Interwetten to Accelerate Expansion into Greece

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  • Booming Games will engage with Interwetten’s customers in Greece, showcasing its dedication to expanding in regulated international markets.
  • Interwetten clients initially enjoy access to 19 games, with upcoming intentions to broaden this selection.

Booming Games, a top supplier of high-quality gaming content, has today revealed a strategic alliance with Interwetten, one of Europe’s biggest online betting and iGaming firms. The collaboration will support Booming Games’ growth in Greece, showcasing its dedication to enhancing its position in regulated markets throughout Europe and further afield.

By accessing one of the largest catalogs of casino games in the iGaming sector, the collaboration will enable Booming Games to explore new opportunities in a burgeoning market. Statistics indicate that the iGaming sector in Greece experienced the highest growth rate in Europe during the second half of 2025, and Booming Games is now positioned to capitalize on this substantial growth potential. The shift also illustrates Booming Games’ dedication to driving growth via innovative technology, as Interwetten aids Booming Games in their client acquisition efforts in Greece.

An initial 19 game releases are currently accessible to players in Greece through Interwetten, and Booming Games intends to swiftly expand this number. Booming Games possesses a robust schedule of game launches and intends to enhance both the quality and number of releases this year, featuring localized versions adapted for particular markets.

Simona Lanzoni, Commercial Director at Booming Games, said: “We are delighted to be partnering with Interwetten to power our expansion into Greece. The collaboration marks yet another landmark moment in Booming Games’ growth journey, broadening the reach of our product suite in Europe. With clear plans to rapidly expand the number of games available on Interwetten, we look forward to building successful, long-term relationships with new customers.”

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LuckyStreak elevates live casino portfolio with Prestige Blackjack and new Auto-Roulette games

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LuckyStreak, the Riga-based live casino provider, has unveiled significant upgrades to its live dealer portfolio with the launch of Prestige Blackjack, Signature Auto-Roulette, and Auto-Roulette Lounge.

The new releases form part of LuckyStreak’s ongoing product development strategy, aimed at enhancing the player experience while preserving the authenticity and trust that live casino players expect.

All three titles are broadcast live from LuckyStreak’s state-of-the-art Riga studio, streamed globally in 1080p HD and supported by secure, scalable infrastructure designed to ensure reliable delivery for operators and players worldwide.

A Refined Blackjack Experience

Prestige Blackjack introduces a sophisticated new take on one of the casino industry’s most iconic games. The studio environment has been carefully designed to replicate the feel of an exclusive private gaming lounge, combining contemporary aesthetics with subtle lighting and layered depth to create an immersive yet focused setting.

The result is a premium blackjack experience that honours the game’s heritage while modernising the atmosphere in which it is played. As with all LuckyStreak live titles, the game is hosted by expertly trained dealers who deliver each session with professionalism, warmth, and energy.

Reinventing Auto-Roulette

LuckyStreak has also expanded its roulette offering with two new versions of the popular automated format: Signature Auto-Roulette and Auto-Roulette Lounge.

Both titles feature enhanced studio environments designed to move away from traditional or dated aesthetics:

  • Signature Auto-Roulette presents a sleek, modern studio design with a contemporary backdrop.

  • Auto-Roulette Lounge offers a more relaxed atmosphere inspired by a private casino lounge.

While visually distinct, both games retain the core features players expect from live auto-roulette, including the transparency of a real-time roulette stream and high-speed gameplay capable of reaching up to 90 rounds per hour.

Introducing Cold Streaks

The new roulette titles also debut Cold Streaks, a statistical display showing the number of spins since a particular number last appeared. The feature provides players with additional data insights while remaining subtle and unobtrusive within the overall interface.

Supporting Long-Term Product Innovation

These enhancements are designed to increase engagement and immersion while maintaining the familiar mechanics that have made roulette one of the most enduring casino games globally.

The launches represent an important milestone in LuckyStreak’s broader product evolution following the appointment of Head of Product Neil Brookes, whose leadership has sharpened the company’s focus on quality, delivery, and innovation.

Neil Brookes, Head of Product at LuckyStreak, said:

“These releases represent a clear step forward in our approach to product development at LuckyStreak. Our aim was to refine and elevate classic casino experiences without losing the elements that players already love. Prestige Blackjack and the new Auto-Roulette environments are designed to feel modern, premium and immersive while remaining intuitive and authentic.

“Since joining LuckyStreak we’ve strengthened our product vision and raised our standards around quality and execution. These launches are the first of several purposeful upgrades we have planned as we build the foundations for an exciting year ahead.”

Through the continued expansion of its live casino portfolio, LuckyStreak is further strengthening its reputation for delivering high-quality live casino experiences supported by dependable technology and premium production values.

The new titles are available immediately to LuckyStreak’s global network of operator partners and can be seamlessly integrated via the company’s live casino platform and existing integrations.

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