Industry Awards
Final 10 Days to Submit Nominations for the Casino Guru Awards 2025

The countdown is on! Casino Guru is issuing a final call to industry professionals and stakeholders, as only 10 days remain to submit nominations for select categories in the prestigious 3rd annual Casino Guru Awards 2025.
With the nomination window closing on February 28, 2025, this is the last opportunity for companies and individuals to be acknowledged for their contributions to the iGaming industry. The awards celebrate excellence in transparency, social responsibility, innovation, and ethical leadership—values that Casino Guru continues to champion.
This year marks a significant milestone with the introduction of a live awards ceremony, set to take place at the Hilton Hotel in St. Julian’s, Malta. The event will bring together top industry figures for an exclusive evening of celebration, networking, and recognition.
Categories still open for nomination
Nominations remain open across several key categories, including two new additions designed to amplify public engagement and highlight individual contributions:
- Players’ Choice – Empowering players to vote for their favorite game provider from a curated shortlist.
- iGaming Changemaker of the Year – Honoring individuals who have made a significant impact through innovation and leadership.
The full list of categories includes:
- The Fairest Bonus Policy
- The Fairest General Terms & Conditions
- The Most Impactful Social Responsibility Initiative
- The Best Implementation of Responsible Gambling Tools
- The Most Transparent Casino
- The Most Effective Handling of Complaints
- The Most Ethical Approach to Marketing
- Players’ Choice
- iGaming Changemaker of the Year
- Voice of the People
The Awards gala in Malta
Once the nomination phase concludes, voting will commence for the “Players’ Choice” and “Voice of the People” categories. The winners will be announced at the grand awards ceremony on June 6, 2025, an invite-only event that will gather esteemed industry leaders, judges, sponsors, shortlists, and media representatives at the Hilton Hotel, St. Julian’s, Malta.
The evening will include a three-course dinner, complimentary drinks, and a celebratory afterparty at Level 22, a stylish wine lounge and club with breathtaking city views.
Casino Guru urges all eligible participants to seize this opportunity before time runs out. Nominations close on February 28, 2025—don’t miss your chance to be recognized among the best in iGaming.
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Industry Awards
Awards Up For Grabs: ELA Games Shortlisted in Two Categories at SiGMA Euro-Med Awards 2025

The studio continues its momentum with two new nominations
ELA Games, a dynamic game development studio, is proud to announce its double nomination at the upcoming SiGMA Euro-Med Awards 2025 in the “Best Game Studio” and “Best Slot Game Provider” categories.
These nominations for two of the most prestigious categories at the event highlight a milestone year for ELA Games, marked by innovative developments, a growing portfolio, and key partnerships. Central to this recognition are standout titles including Shoot Happens, Juicy Crystal, and Joker Winpot. Each title has showcased the studio’s balance of creativity, visually rich design, and technical excellence.
Shoot Happens is a prime example of ELA Games’ progression as a game development studio. It’s a high-energy game that breaks from traditional game formats to give players more agency over their gameplay. Players face off against increasingly tougher and valuable opponents to fill up their “Winpot,” which they can then choose when to cash out. Shoot Happens reflects ELA Games’ ambitions to offer new experiences that connect with modern player preferences and provide high-performing content for operators.
Marharyta Yerina, ELA Games’ Managing Director, commented on the nominations, “The team has been in overdrive working on new titles and rethinking the online gaming landscape. Being nominated for two of the biggest categories at the SiGMA Euro-Med Awards 2025 is a testament to the entire team’s efforts to create engaging, visually rich content that’s genuinely fun to play. We look forward to the award ceremony results and continuing to push creative boundaries with new, exciting games!”
Voting is open for the SiGMA Euro-Med Awards 2025.
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Gaming Awards
Wazdan Wins Volatility Virtuoso Crown at Slotsoo Game Provider Awards 2025

Wazdan, the leading gain-focused developer, has been awarded the prestigious Volatility Virtuoso title at the Slotsoo Game Provider Awards 2025.
This win is further confirmation that when it comes to real innovation and serious gains, Wazdan continues to set the benchmark in the iGaming industry.
While others chase trends, Wazdan defines them.
This award doesn’t come as a surprise; it’s a natural result of consistently delivering bold, player-centric features that are built to drive engagement and maximise performance.
At the heart of this award lies Wazdan’s signature Volatility Levels™, a truly game-changing mechanic that hands control back to the player. Whether they’re after low-risk, steady wins or craving high-volatility, big-hit action, Wazdan’s games empower players to choose their own pace, their own style, and ultimately, their own gains.
But Volatility Levels™ isn’t the only customisation tool Wazdan offers in its games. Titles like 9 Coins™, Hot Slot™: 777 Cash Out, and many others benefit from Chance Level™, a feature engineered for performance, precision and boost in players’ retention.
Every mechanic that Wazdan brings to market is designed with a clear purpose: to maximise player engagement and deliver measurable gains for its partners.
Jakub Popanda, Lead Marketing Manager at Wazdan, said: “We believe that true innovation isn’t just about novelty, it’s about control, clarity, and consistent performance. Volatility Levels™ embodies this philosophy, giving players the freedom to define their own thrill, and operators the tools to unlock tangible growth. We’re honoured to have been recognised.”
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Industry Awards
Slotsoo Awards 2025: Celebrating Excellence Across Casinos and Game Providers

Summer is here and it is time for Slotsoo’s signature celebration of the iGaming industry. The Slotsoo Casino Awards return for its third edition, continuing the tradition of highlighting operators who excel in delivering a top-tier player experience. This year also marks an exciting expansion with the inaugural Slotsoo Game Provider Awards, giving long-overdue recognition to the creators of great slots.
The New Game Provider Awards and the Winners
Game providers are sometimes overshadowed by casinos, but in reality, both are equally important to the online casino experience. That’s why Slotsoo is proud to shine a spotlight on the studios behind the reels. The winners of Slotsoo’s first provider-focused awards were announced on 24 July 2025, and the honors went to:
- The Machine MVP – Pragmatic Play
- Bonus Buyer – Bullshark Games
- Volatility Virtuoso – Wazdan
- Jackpot Jumbo – Mancala Gaming
- Symphony Spinner – Gamzix
- Reel Renegade – Nolimit City
- Promising Prodigy – Slammer Studios
Please visit the Slotsoo Game Provider Awards page for detailed descriptions of each trophy and the motivations behind the winners.
The Anatomy of Slotsoo’s Trophies: Where Fun Meets Serious Recognition
At Slotsoo, each trophy is whimsical by design but grounded in real player values, making the Slotsoo Awards both entertaining and insightful. Every category has a clear purpose, recognizing what truly matters in iGaming today.
At the core of each awards lineup is a main trophy: The Gambling GOAT honors the top-performing casino operator, while The Machine MVP celebrates the best overall game provider. Surrounding these main awards are a collection of supporting trophies, spotlighting specific areas of excellence, from fast withdrawals and fun bonuses to volatility and winning potential.
These award categories offer a chance for actors who crush it in a certain area to be recognized, even if they don’t dominate across the board. Just like other iGaming awards, Slotsoo includes a category for newcomers, encouraging fresh talent and pushing established names to keep innovating.
The timing of the awards is also a deliberate choice. Markus Björk, head writer at Slotsoo, explains the team’s reasoning:
“After a hectic Winter and Spring packed with iGaming events, June and July offer a rare chance for the industry to slow down and reflect on the year so far. Let’s enjoy the cucumber season and appreciate what’s been achieved. This is when you can harvest the rewards of your hard work before autumn arrives with new challenges and opportunities.”
The Winning Casino Operators 2025
The Slotsoo Casino Awards 2025 took place in June, and these were the seven winners:
- The Gambling GOAT – Betizy
- The Bonus Buff – Sugarino
- The Loyalty Lord – Wisho
- The Withdrawal Wizard – Vauhdikas
- The Gamification Guru – Arctic Casino
- The Payout Professor – Wolfy Casino
- The Noisy Newcomer – Lunar Spins
This was the third time Slotsoo held the casino awards for its English-language site targeting the EU market in general. During the same period, the dedicated awards for the Finnish market, Slotsoo Kasinogaala 2025, celebrated its second year. These awards consist of seven trophies equivalent to the English ones, plus an eighth trophy dedicated to the casino operator with the best slot streaming offering.
The Nordic country is undergoing big changes, with a new gambling legislation and a licensing system planned to be introduced by 1 January 2027. The future will tell how this will affect the structure and categories of the awards.
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