Gaming Awards
The winners of the 2023 Game Developer Awards are in
Relax Gaming, AvatarUX, BGaming, NetEnt and streamer Brian Christopher were amongst some of the winners at the 2023 edition of the Game Developer Awards, which took place last night at the InterContinental Hotel in Malta.
Closing the final day of what was a record-breaking CasinoBeats Summit, the coveted awards ceremony was presented by Arsenal legend Gilberto Silva and returning host Trudy Kerr, who handed out 23 awards aimed at celebrating the best companies, casino titles and people in the following category groups: Game Performance, Game Creation, Game Marketing, Game People and SlotCatalog.
Rasmus Sojmark, Founder and CEO of SBC, said: “ Last night’ awards were phenomenal, especially with the addition of our new categories, dedicated to individual achievements in the industry. I would like to extend a huge congratulations to all our winners for innovatively pushing the boundaries of excellence and helping redefine the industry.”
Relax Gaming continued their winning streak this year by collecting the Slot of the Year award for Money Train 3, and SlotCatalog’s Game Studio of the Year – medium award, whilst BGaming took home both the Slot to Watch award for Potion Spells and Game Music/Soundtrack award for Elvis Frog TRUEWAYS.
Other winners in the game performance categories included Barbara Bang who picked up the Slot Debut award for Mustang Freedom and NetEnt who were awarded the highly regarded Slot Legacy Title for Gonzo’s Quest.
It was a successful night for casino streamer Brian Christopher who was awarded Streamer of the Year, whilst also picking up Slot Collaboration of the Year award alongside Gaming Arts for their collaborative effort Brian Christopher’s Pop’N Pays More!
The game creation categories saw Wazdan awarded Game Feature of the Year, for their work on Mystery Drop and Playtech receiving the award for Game Licensed Content, for the game Cash Collect: Gold Rush. Amusnet picked up the award for Game Retro-style with Fruits & Gold, whilst ELK Studios were awarded the Game Design & Art Direction for the stylish Nitropolis 4.
AvatarUX were big winners on the night, collecting Game Mechanic of the Year for their innovative PopWins Mechanic, whilst AvatarUX’s very own Hannah Farrugia took home the Product Manager award for her contributions to the company and wider industry.
Other titans of industry that were recognised for their individual contributions were Iris Wallner of GAMOMAT who collected the Game Composer award and Justin Chamberlain who collected the Game Designer award for his contributions to HungryBear Gaming.
SlotCatalog presented a selection of data-based game studio awards. Print Studios were awarded the SlotCatalog’s Rookie of the Year award, Push Gaming collected the SlotCatalog’s Game Studio of the Year – Small award, whilst the SlotCatalog’s Game Studio of the Year – Large award, was presented to Play’n GO.
In the Outperforming Game Studio Categories, Snowborn Games were winners of the SlotCatalog’s Outperforming Game Studio of the Year – Small award, whilst Hacksaw Gaming were awarded SlotCatalog’s Outperforming Game Studio of the Year – Medium and Pragmatic Play took home the SlotCatalog’s Outperforming Game Studio of the Year – Large award.
Decided by a live audience vote throughout Thursday afternoon, the winner of the esteemed Game Innovation Spotlight award was Nailed It! Games for their groundbreaking and forward thinking contributions over the course of the past year.
“Last night was truly unforgettable, a special thank you to our headline sponsors BetConstruct, Evoplay, SBC Advisory Partners and SYNOT, as well as all supporting sponsors, for helping us commemorate the special achievements accomplished by these Game Developer studios and the talented individuals behind the most successful titles,” Said Sojmark.
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Best Turnkey Solution 2024
WA.Technology wins Best Turnkey Solution 2024 at SiGMA Americas Awards
WA.Technology, a leading B2B iGaming solutions provider, was recognized for its outstanding contributions to the iGaming industry, securing the award for ‘Best Turnkey Solution 2024’. This recognition highlights the company’s commitment to innovation, excellence, and its impactful presence in the LATAM market.
Tim Scoffham, CEO of WA.Technology, expressed his gratitude and enthusiasm, stating, “The award is a testament to the hard work and dedication of our entire team. Our focus has always been on providing cutting-edge solutions tailored to the needs of our clients and partners. Winning ‘Best Turnkey Solution 2024’ reinforces our position as a leader in the global iGaming sector and motivates us to continue our mission of delivering exceptional service.”
The awards celebrate WA.Technology’s successful expansion and the enhancement of its comprehensive suite of iGaming solutions, including the highly acclaimed WA.Platform, WA.Sports, WA.Casino, WA.Fantasy, WA.Lottery, and WA.Poker verticals, as well as the recently launched WA.Affiliates management solution.
The company also recently won the ‘Best Aggregator Award’ at the 2024 SiGMA Eurasia Awards held on 26 February in Dubai. As WA.Technology continues to forge ahead, the continued recognition serves as milestones in the company’s journey of industry leadership and innovation.
Brazil
NuxGame’s Turnkey Solution Shortlisted for SiGMA Americas Awards
NuxGame, the experienced betting and casino software provider, has secured a nomination for the upcoming SiGMA Americas Awards in the Best Turnkey Solution category.
As one of the most prestigious industry awards in the region, the recognition solidifies NuxGame’s standing as a leading platform provider across emerging Latin American markets.
The winners of the awards are decided through a public vote on an online portal, which will remain open until April 9.
Coinciding with the SiGMA Americas Summit in Sao Paulo, Brazil, the winner’s announcement is set to take place during a prestigious ceremony on the first day of the event on April 23.
The latest development for NuxGame in Latin America highlights its commitment to delivering bespoke software solutions to operators in the region, which it continues to enhance with crypto casino, payments and gamification features.
“Marking a milestone in our Latin American trajectory, we are thrilled to be shortlisted in the upcoming SiGMA Americas Awards for our turnkey solution,” the Chief Operating Officer for NuxGame, Denis Kosinsky, said. “The shortlist serves as a testament to our commitment to delivering innovative solutions to Latin America and beyond and we look forward to the winner’s announcement.”
Andres Troelsen
Belatra Games Shortlisted for Two Awards at SiGMA Americas
Belatra Games, the specialist online slots developer, has been shortlisted for Best Game Provider and Most Played Game (Mummyland Treasures) at the SiGMA Americas Awards. The prestigious awards are held on the opening night of the hugely popular Latin American iGaming networking event running across April 23 to 25 in Sao Paulo, Brazil.
The SiGMA Americas Awards celebrate the biggest triumphs in gaming, tech and digital marketing while also recognising inspiring individuals and companies excelling within the Americas. Belatra Games’ two nominations highlight the studio’s unrelenting commitment in creating exceptional gaming experiences for players across the globe. Mummyland Treasures was released in 2023 and has become the most popular online slot in its portfolio thanks to its vibrant, colourful and engaging gameplay mechanics. Further to the double nomination, Belatra Games is also set to exhibit at the SiGMA Americas event.
From stand B50, visitors will have the chance to explore Belatra Games’ extensive portfolio of titles specifically designed for the Latin American market. Belatra Games’ Commercial Director for Latin America, Andres Troelsen, will be in Sao Paulo for the duration supported by his local and highly experienced team.
“Our Best Game Provider and Most Played Game award nominations are a proud moment for the business as we continue to give players top-quality slots experiences,” Troelsen said. “Latin America represents a huge opportunity for those who truly understand the region, its nuances and player preferences. We look forward to sharing more about our strategy and roadmap during our time in Sao Paulo.”
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