Gaming Awards
Play’n GO crowned Game Studio of the Year for second consecutive year at CasinoBeats Malta Awards
Swedish-founded gaming giant delivers dominant performance at annual awards ceremony by also collecting Best Music/Soundtrack Award for Hugo Legacy
Play’n GO, the world’s leading casino entertainment provider, was last night crowned Game Studio of the Year at the CasinoBeats Game Developer Awards in Valletta, Malta for the second consecutive year, one of two awards won by the company on the night.
The Game Studio of the Year award is testament to Play’n GO’s outstanding 2023 performance, which saw the studio release more than 50 premium titles, increase its market share globally, and continue its rapid growth in the US by the award of new state licenses and operator partnerships.
Hugo Legacy also picked up a gong for its unique soundtrack, performed live by the Czech National Symphony Orchestra in Prague, and is further testament to the fine attention to detail and boundless effort that goes into game development at Play’n GO.
The company posted both its most successful month in its near 20-year history, and it’s record number of rounds played in a single day in late Q4 of 2023, and these awards are testament to the consistent excellence displayed by the legendary game studio.
Ebba Arnred, Chief Marketing Officer and Co-Founder, Play’n GO, said: “We’re honoured to be on the receiving end of these awards, and it is particularly pleasing to receive Game Studio of the Year for the second year running.
“Seeing Hugo Legacy’s unique soundtrack acclaimed in this way is also very special. It is testament to our firmly held belief that every detail matters when it comes to game design and entertaining our players, from the stories we tell, to the audio we build into our games. We want to push the boundaries of what’s possible in entertainment, and the Hugo Legacy soundtrack is a perfect example of our commitment to that mission.
“These awards are testament to the hard work and dedication of everyone at Play’n GO, and this is encouragement for all of us to double down and make 2024 an even better year for the company. We’ll be back for the three-peat next year!”
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VeliGames, a game aggregation platform from VeliTech, has received the Industry Rising Star award at the SiGMA Africa 2026 Awards, highlighting the platform’s swift innovation and significant influence on African iGaming.
The Industry Rising Star award highlights a developing company that displays remarkable potential, creativity, and influence, rapidly positioning itself as a forthcoming leader in the iGaming sector. It emphasizes VeliGames’ dedication to providing not just a content pipeline, but also genuine innovation and a comprehensive growth engine for operators in developing markets.
“Winning the SiGMA Africa Award for Industry Rising Star 2026 is a proud moment for our team. From day one, we built VeliGames with African operators in mind, combining local-fit content, practical tooling, and pricing that makes sense on the ground. We back it all up with hands-on operational know-how from working in the region. That’s what being a true content partner looks like.” Irakli Kakhidze, CEO at VeliGames.
Tailored for Africa’s infrastructure challenges, device characteristics, and user habits, VeliGames provides a performance-oriented casino content layer aimed at thriving in areas where conventional, high-bandwidth aggregation methods struggle. Rather than solely competing based on catalogue size, VeliGames prioritizes the key factors that genuinely contribute to casino success in Africa: speed, accessibility, conversion, and session stability.
The platform delivers content in a highly efficient, mobile-centric setting designed to function dependably amid variable connectivity, restricted device storage, and brief gaming sessions, assisting operators in ensuring seamless gameplay and enhanced player experiences on a larger scale.
Alongside curated third-party titles, the platform includes exclusive in-house content:
- VeliPlay: bold, crash-and-fast titles built for immersion, retention, and high replay value
- Heaven of 7: high-impact slot content designed for strong engagement, session after session
Visit VeliTech at Stand 096 from March 3-5 to learn why VeliGames was honored as the Industry Rising Star. Discover live game demonstrations, witness performance features in action, and learn how operators can create unique iGaming brands with a platform designed for regional requirements.
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AGS has won two awards at the Eilers & Krejcik (EKG) Slot Awards, held at Palms Resort Casino on February 26. The Company was honored by industry experts with being awarded Most Improved Supplier – Core 2025 and Top Performing New Online Table Game 2025 for Blackjack Single Deck.
This is the third time in EKG Slot Awards history that AGS has won Most Improved Supplier – Core, and the second year ASG Interactive received an award in the real-money online gaming category.
“We are thrilled to be recognized by the experts for the innovation that everyone at AGS works tirelessly to deliver to our customers and players. Receiving these awards is a testament to the strength of our land-based slot content and expansive online portfolio, which now incorporates table games,” said Mark DeDeaux, Senior Vice President and GM of Slots at AGS.
Every month, AGS’ Core cabinets and slot titles appear in the Eilers & Krejcik Gaming Casino Games Report, reinforcing the strength behind the Company’s Most Improved Supplier – Core award. Their consistently high-performing products continue to stand out across the industry, earning praise from players and operators for their engaging designs, familiarity, and proven performance.
AGS entered the online table game market in 2024 with the launch of War, and after seeing strong results, AGS Interactive (AGSi) expanded the portfolio with a suite of blackjack titles, including Blackjack Single Deck, Blackjack Double Deck, and Blackjack Side Bets. The innovative addition of Blackjack Single Deck brings the excitement of AGS’ proprietary land‑based traditional felt side bets – such as InBet, Jack‑A‑Tack, Hole Card Bonus, and Trifecta Blackjack – into an online‑friendly experience. This convergence of land‑based innovation with simplified digital gameplay sets Blackjack Single Deck apart in the real‑money online table‑game category.
The EKG Slot Awards are produced by Eilers & Krejcik Gaming and recognize excellence in slot game development in the casino gaming industry.
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Aristocrat
Casino Industry Experts Honor Aristocrat with Multiple Accolades at 8th Annual Eilers & Krejcik Gaming Slot Awards
Aristocrat has received multiple awards at the 8th Annual Eilers & Krejcik (EKG) Slot Awards. The event also marked a special milestone for Dan Marks, Senior Vice President of Gaming at Aristocrat and Master Patent Inventor, who was inducted into the EKG Slot Awards Hall of Fame Class of 2026 as the eighth honoree in the Game Development category.
Notably, Aristocrat Gaming was awarded “Best Overall Supplier of Slot Content” for the eighth consecutive year, while Aristocrat Interactive and Product Madness were awarded top recognition for “Most Improved Supplier of Online Content” and “Social Casino Operator of the Year.”
“At Aristocrat, great content that inspires players and drives strong business results for customers is our core competitive advantage. We are proud to be recognized across so many EKG Slot Awards categories, and these wins reflect the extraordinary creativity of our people,” said Matt Primmer, Chief Product Officer for Aristocrat.
The EKG Slot Awards are produced by Eilers & Krejcik Gaming (EKG) and recognize excellence in slot game development in the casino gaming industry.
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