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Worldwide Casino Gaming Equipment Industry to 2027 – Featuring Incredible Technologies, International Game Technology and Jackpot Digital Among Others

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4 years ago

June 9, 2022

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The “Casino Gaming Equipment Market: Global Industry Trends, Share, Size, Growth, Opportunity and Forecast 2022-2027” report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets‘ offering.

The global casino gaming equipment market reached a value of US$ 11 Billion in 2021. Looking forward, the publisher expects the market to reach US$ 13.2 Billion by 2027, exhibiting a CAGR of 3.1% during 2022-2027. Keeping in mind the uncertainties of COVID-19, they are continuously tracking and evaluating the direct as well as the indirect influence of the pandemic. These insights are included in the report as a major market contributor

Casino gaming equipment are gaming machines and tools used for gambling and ensuring transparency in casino operations. Roulette wheels, gaming tables, shuffle machines, player tracking systems, slot machines, video poker machines and video lottery terminals are some of the commonly used casino gaming equipment.

These machines are used for playing poker, big six-wheel, baccarat, blackjack, craps and five-card draws. The equipment provides enhanced profitability, convenience, safety and cost-effectiveness. They are also utilized for analyzing player behavior and authenticating fake and original currency notes. As a result, casino gaming equipment is widely utilized in malls, casinos and gaming arenas

Casino Gaming Equipment Market Trends:

Significant growth in the commercial casino industry across the globe is creating a positive outlook for the market. Additionally, the shifting consumer preference from traditional casino tables to electronic gaming tables is favoring the market growth. These electronic gaming tables provide an exciting live stadium environment, control the gaming speed, require minimum bets and safeguard the player from betting frauds. In line with this, convenient access to online casinos that can be used through mobile phones is also contributing to the growth of the market.

Moreover, various technological advancements, such as the increasing adoption of the virtual reality (VR), artificial intelligence (AI) and Internet of Things (IoT) technologies in smart casinos, are providing a thrust to the market growth. These technologies aid in maintaining the transparency of gambling activities and provide an immersive experience to the player. They also aid in analyzing player-related data and recognizing symptoms of unhealthy gambling patterns in at-risk players.

Other factors, including the liberalization and cultural acceptance of gambling and casinos in various countries, along with the increasing expenditure capacities of consumers, are anticipated to drive the market toward growth

Key Market Segmentation:

The publisher provides an analysis of the key trends in each sub-segment of the global casino gaming equipment market, along with forecasts at the global, regional and country level from 2022-2027. Our report has categorized the market based on product type, installation, mode of operation and end user

Breakup by Product Type:

Slot Machines
Video Lottery Terminal
Video Poker Machines
Others

Breakup by Installation:

Installed Inside Casino
Installed Outside Casino

Breakup by Mode of Operation:

Floor Mounted
Portable

Breakup by End User:

Casinos
Malls
Leisure Centers
Others

Breakup by Region:

North America
United States
Canada
Asia-Pacific
China
Japan
India
South Korea
Australia
Indonesia
Others
Europe
Germany
France
United Kingdom
Italy
Spain
Russia
Others
Latin America
Brazil
Mexico
Others
Middle East and Africa

Competitive Landscape:

The competitive landscape of the industry has also been examined along with the profiles of the key players being Abbiati Casino Equipment S.r.l., AGS LLC, Aristocrat Leisure Limited, Cammegh, Euro Games Technology OOD, Everi Holdings Inc., Incredible Technologies Inc., International Game Technology PLC, Jackpot Digital Inc., Konami Holdings Corporation, Novomatic, Scientific Games Corporation and TCS John Huxley Ltd. (Victoria Holdings Ltd.)

Key Questions Answered in This Report:

How has the global casino gaming equipment market performed so far and how will it perform in the coming years?
What has been the impact of COVID-19 on the global casino gaming equipment market?
What are the key regional markets?
What is the breakup of the market based on the product type?
What is the breakup of the market based on the installation?
What is the breakup of the market based on the mode of operation?
What is the breakup of the market based on the end user?
What are the various stages in the value chain of the industry?
What are the key driving factors and challenges in the industry?
What is the structure of the global casino gaming equipment market and who are the key players?
What is the degree of competition in the industry?

Key Topics Covered:

1 Preface

2 Scope and Methodology

3 Executive Summary

4 Introduction
4.1 Overview
4.2 Key Industry Trends

5 Global Casino Gaming Equipment Market
5.1 Market Overview
5.2 Market Performance
5.3 Impact of COVID-19
5.4 Market Forecast

6 Market Breakup by Product Type
6.1 Slot Machines
6.1.1 Market Trends
6.1.2 Market Forecast
6.2 Video Lottery Terminal
6.2.1 Market Trends
6.2.2 Market Forecast
6.3 Video Poker Machines
6.3.1 Market Trends
6.3.2 Market Forecast
6.4 Others
6.4.1 Market Trends
6.4.2 Market Forecast

7 Market Breakup by Installation
7.1 Installed Inside Casino
7.1.1 Market Trends
7.1.2 Market Forecast
7.2 Installed Outside Casino
7.2.1 Market Trends
7.2.2 Market Forecast

8 Market Breakup by Mode of Operation
8.1 Floor Mounted
8.1.1 Market Trends
8.1.2 Market Forecast
8.2 Portable
8.2.1 Market Trends
8.2.2 Market Forecast

9 Market Breakup by End User
9.1 Casinos
9.1.1 Market Trends
9.1.2 Market Forecast
9.2 Malls
9.2.1 Market Trends
9.2.2 Market Forecast
9.3 Leisure Centers
9.3.1 Market Trends
9.3.2 Market Forecast
9.4 Others
9.4.1 Market Trends
9.4.2 Market Forecast

10 Market Breakup by Region

11 SWOT Analysis

12 Value Chain Analysis

13 Porters Five Forces Analysis

14 Price Analysis

15 Competitive Landscape
15.1 Market Structure
15.2 Key Players
15.3 Profiles of Key Players
15.3.1 Abbiati Casino Equipment S.r.l.
15.3.1.1 Company Overview
15.3.1.2 Product Portfolio
15.3.2 AGS LLC
15.3.2.1 Company Overview
15.3.2.2 Product Portfolio
15.3.3 Aristocrat Leisure Limited
15.3.3.1 Company Overview
15.3.3.2 Product Portfolio
15.3.3.3 Financials
15.3.3.4 SWOT Analysis
15.3.4 Cammegh
15.3.4.1 Company Overview
15.3.4.2 Product Portfolio
15.3.5 Euro Games Technology OOD
15.3.5.1 Company Overview
15.3.5.2 Product Portfolio
15.3.6 Everi Holdings Inc.
15.3.6.1 Company Overview
15.3.6.2 Product Portfolio
15.3.6.3 Financials
15.3.7 Incredible Technologies Inc.
15.3.7.1 Company Overview
15.3.7.2 Product Portfolio
15.3.8 International Game Technology PLC
15.3.8.1 Company Overview
15.3.8.2 Product Portfolio
15.3.8.3 Financials
15.3.9 Jackpot Digital Inc.
15.3.9.1 Company Overview
15.3.9.2 Product Portfolio
15.3.9.3 Financials
15.3.10 Konami Holdings Corporation
15.3.10.1 Company Overview
15.3.10.2 Product Portfolio
15.3.10.3 Financials
15.3.10.4 SWOT Analysis
15.3.11 Novomatic
15.3.11.1 Company Overview
15.3.11.2 Product Portfolio
15.3.12 Scientific Games Corporation
15.3.12.1 Company Overview
15.3.12.2 Product Portfolio
15.3.12.3 Financials
15.3.12.4 SWOT Analysis
15.3.13 TCS John Huxley Ltd. (Victoria Holdings Ltd.)
15.3.13.1 Company Overview
15.3.13.2 Product Portfolio

888.it

R. Franco Digital Shortlisted for Casino Platform Excellence at EGR Europe Awards 2026

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3 hours ago

January 8, 2026

Wladimir P.

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R. Franco Digital, the leading Spanish iGaming provider, has been officially shortlisted for Casino Platform Supplier of the Year at the prestigious EGR Europe Awards 2026. The nomination recognizes a landmark year for the company, characterized by the explosive growth of its IRIS Open Omnichannel Platform and a major commercial breakthrough into the Italian market.

The winners will be announced during a gala ceremony on February 18, 2026, at the Hilton Malta, where the industry’s top-tier operators and suppliers gather to celebrate European gaming excellence.

IRIS: The Engine of Omnichannel Growth

The core of R. Franco Digital’s success lies in its IRIS platform, a highly scalable, multi-jurisdictional solution that unifies casino, sports betting, and retail management.

IRIS Platform Milestones (2025-2026):

Jurisdictional Reach: Certified in 6 jurisdictions and operational in over 10 regulated markets.
Content Depth: Seamlessly integrated with over 1,600 games from global third-party providers.
Operational Stability: Provides 24/7 multilingual support and advanced real-time analytics for operators.
Commercial Momentum: Secured 50+ new operator partnerships and entered three new markets within the last 12 months.

Performance Highlights: 4 Billion Game Rounds

R. Franco Digital’s games portfolio has seen a massive surge in engagement, bolstered by 20 new high-performance slot releases in 2025. Standout titles such as Strange Spins, Aphrodite, Zorro: Final Duel, Ovomon, and The Phantom contributed to a record-breaking year.

Metric	2025–2026 Achievement
Total Game Rounds	4 Billion+ across regulated markets
Revenue Growth	30% Increase during the judging period
New Content	20 New slot titles launched
Expansion	Debut in the Italian regulated market

Strategic Italian Market Entry

A major factor in the EGR shortlisting was R. Franco Digital’s successful entry into Italy. The provider rapidly localized its content to meet the specific demands of Italian players through tier-one partnerships:

Stanleybet.it: Launched 19 games, including the Italian-exclusive debut of Strange Spins.
888.it: Successfully rolled out the popular Super 7 3×3 title.

“We’re proud to be shortlisted for this award, which reflects the strength of our IRIS platform and the quality of the content we’ve delivered over the past year,” said Javier Sacristán Franco, International Business Director at R. Franco Digital. “Our team has worked hard to support operators with reliable, innovative solutions… we are delighted to see that effort recognised.”

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Big Hot Flaming Pots

Big Hot Flaming Pots: Tasty Treasures – Lightning Box Brings Land-Based Hit Online

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4 hours ago

January 8, 2026

Wladimir P.

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Light & Wonder has officially launched Big Hot Flaming Pots: Tasty Treasures, the digital debut of its highly successful land-based franchise. Developed by in-house specialist studio Lightning Box, this 3×5 slot offers 243 ways to win and a high-energy “three-pot” mechanic that has already become a staple on casino floors worldwide.

The game transitions the whimsical “dumpling-tossing” theme to online audiences, combining vibrant Asian-inspired aesthetics with a deep mathematical model designed for high-engagement sessions.

The Three-Pot Mechanic & Seven Feature Combinations

At the core of the gameplay is the persistent pot system. Landing specific colored coins fuels three separate pots—Yummy, Spicy, and Upsized. These pots can trigger individually or in any combination, leading to seven distinct bonus paths.

Feature Mode	Gameplay Enhancement
Yummy Mode	Increases the Hold & Spin respin counter from 3 to 4, significantly extending bonus life.
Spicy Mode	Introduces Chilli multipliers; landing a pepper adds its cash value to every symbol currently held on the board.
Upsized Mode	Unlocks a Dual Grid (two reel sets) for the Hold & Spin round, doubling the win potential.
Combined Modes	Triggering all three at once creates the “Mega Bonus,” featuring dual grids, 4 respins, and value-boosting peppers.

Innovation: The Stack N’ Hit Feature

Unlike traditional Hold & Spin mechanics where symbols simply lock until the round ends, Tasty Treasures introduces the Stack N’ Hit evolution.

Reel Clearing: When a vertical reel is filled with Bun symbols, the prizes are instantly collected, and the reel is cleared.
Persistent Respins: Clearing a reel creates open spaces for new prizes to land, allowing the bonus round to continue far longer than standard industry alternatives.
The Path to Grand: Each cleared reel activates a “Pepper Tracker” above it. Lighting up all five trackers awards the Grand Progressive Jackpot.

Jackpot Tiers & Base Game Depth

Operators benefit from a versatile math model that supports both consistent base-game performance and high-volatility jackpot chases.

Progressive Jackpots: Grand and Major tiers for life-changing win potential.
Fixed Jackpots: Minor and Mini tiers awarded through symbols landing during features.
Nudge Wilds: In the base game, Wild symbols can nudge to cover entire reels, assisting in achieving the 243-way payouts.

“Big Hot Flaming Pots: Tasty Treasures carries forward a brand that has already made its mark in land-based venues,” says Michael Maokhamphiou, Studio Director at Lightning Box. “This release offers operators a flexible, high-performing title that combines familiarity with fresh layers of engagement.”

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Blask Index

How Venezuela’s iGaming market is reacting to US pressure

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4 hours ago

January 8, 2026

GamingAmericas.com

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Blask data indicates Venezuela’s iGaming demand remained stable in the initial days following the US operation in Caracas.

On 3 January, US forces detained Venezuelan president Nicolás Maduro, transporting him from Caracas to face prosecution in New York. The raid came after months of intensifying American pressure throughout 2025 — naval presence, targeted strikes, and a fresh sanctions package.

For Venezuela’s iGaming sector, the disruption poses a critical question: will demand collapse, or adapt?

First results

Blask’s daily Index remained within a tight corridor from 1–4 January, hovering in the high-200K zone. It dropped 5% to 257.4K on the day of the operation, before recovering the next day.

The data reveals no abrupt demand shift during this period. A slight decline sits within Venezuela’s normal daily fluctuations and does not point to a fundamental market change.

Rapid expansion, growing dominance

Venezuela stood out as one of iGaming’s strongest demand gainers in 2025. Blask Index surged 134.9% year-on-year — the second-highest growth worldwide.

This expansion came alongside increasing market dominance. By December, Triunfo Bet commanded 59% of Blask’s BAP (Brand Accumulated Power, measuring a brand’s portion of total user interest nationally), gaining 15 percentage points since January. The top three brands collectively reached over 85%, up 11 points.

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