NetEnt
NetEnt is a Sweden based online game provider. The company started in 1996, and has made over 200 games. They have been praised for their graphics as well as their soundtracks. NetEnt not only develop their games, but also have their own software that can manage the backend for casinos, so they are regularly sought by larger casinos for their services. NetEnt tries to differentiate itself with unique features in their games as well as stylized characters and symbols. The most common popular features are free spins, wild symbols, pay both ways and high jackpot prizes.
Play ‘N Go
This Swedish developer company has a big portfolio of slot games. They originally started with the modest 3 reel game, and as technology improved and the markets opened up, they started exploring the 5 reel slots and all of the different matrix’s that were available. Play 'N Go is known for making games that have humorous edges, with whimsical or cartoon-like characters and amusing topics. From game series like the Rich Wilde to rock slots that feature artists like KISS, ZZ Top, Guns N Roses and Alice Cooper amongst others, Play ‘N Go certainly captures the imagination and is worth a look into.
Microgaming
A global leader in casino software production, Microgaming has been around since 1994. Microgaming was the developer for the first online casino in the world called the Gaming Club Casino. Since then they have made an enviable collection of over 850 games, including slots, bingo, poker and table games. Their most popular online casino games are from the Mega Moolah series, a progressive jackpot video slot that has paid out more than $1.2 billion to date.
Microgaming has a lot of connections in the entertainment industry, and has released branded content games such as Jurassic World, Games of Thrones, 9 Masks of Fire, Book of Oz, Lara Croft and Immortal Romance.
Nyx Gaming
Nyx Gaming is known for highly engaging games that have proved popular the world over. They regularly release new games with promotions that build up their blooming reputation.
Nyx has over 200 casino clients, and they provide a wide range of games, from Nyx table games to bingo, lotteries as well as live dealer casino games.
Nyx provides many slots, and because they are keen on providing their own technological solutions they can make sure that the games all run smoothly with crisp graphics.
Evolution Gaming
Unlike the previous entries, Evolution gaming may not be as well known for its slot games as it is for its live casinos, in which they are one of the industry leaders. If you have played any live casino games, chances are you have come across the gaming provider.
Instead of creating their own standard online casino games, Evolution Gaming works to create platforms by which players can sit at virtual tables and play with real life dealers, who are operating within a land casino and are streamed to players' computers via a webcam.
iSoftBet
iSoftBet is a UK based provider of online casino games that was founded in 2001. The provider has over 400 casino games, with amazing graphics that include advanced 3D games and even HD games.
They also have connections in the film industry, and have produced some games that are based on TV and film franchises. For example there is the official Platoon slot, the 24 Fox TV series all the way to the comical Nacho Libre slots. In addition to state of the art graphic video slots, iSoftBet also provides classic slots and progressive slots with huge jackpots.
Blueprint Gaming
Blueprint Gaming is another UK based game developer studio who create slot games for casinos. They are known for their sense of humour which is consistent for all of their games, and they are quite experimental with game structure.
Their portfolio consists of many games that have mixed features to provide the most variety from game to game.
With over 200 produced games, Blueprint Gaming has created a number of licensed games that are related to TV and film franchises such as Austin Powers, Beavis and Butthead, the Goonies, the Naked Gun, Ted and Count Duckula.
Realistic Games
After a modest start, Realistic Games developed its own in house gaming platform and started working as a fully independent provider in the industry.
Comprising a mixture of designers, technologists, artists and marketers, Realistic Games have produced some aesthetically pleasing designs that are comfortable on the eye and allow the player to enjoy hours of fun on end.
Though they mostly provide video slots, there are other games in the portfolio including board games, card games and pull tabs. There are currently 8 card games including variants of Blackjack, Roulette, Baccarat and Keno.
Red Rake Gaming
The Valencia-based studio is an up and coming force in the online casino game market.
There is a good chance you are not acquainted with this company due to the fact that they only received their licence in 2016 and are still in the tender stages of their development. That being said, they show a great talent for making quality games, with their main focus on slots, video bingo and video poker games. Working hard to break into the market, they have over 50 slots currently and intend to release 15 new games per year.
The themes of their slots range from vampires to Egyptian themes to mystery adventures, as well as random themes such as Oktoberfest, outer space, famous painting and famous couples just to name a few.
Wazdan
This Maltese game developing studio is not one of the biggest names in the industry, but they do have some of the most interesting games on the market. With over 140 games produced, the Wazdan developers promised that more games will be released each month as they try to establish themselves.
The games stand out because of their unique features, which are not always apparent because of the simple presentation of the games
In the games, Wazdan offers players the option to set additional settings like the energy saving, ultra lite, big screen, and big presentation modes amongst other customisable settings. This is a first for the industry, where players can customise the games so that they do not waste time or energy (which comes in handy on mobile).
IGT
International Game Technology is no stranger to the industry having manufactured and distributed slots to major American casinos for over 50 years. The Las Vegas based company has developed online slots and although they do not have the sharpest or most technologically innovative graphics, they are replications of the original slots produced by the company from the golden days of Las Vegas. They have held a domineering position in the casino industry and even have some links to the entertainment industry, producing licensed slots with the themes of famous franchises such as Ghostbusters, the Voice, and Baywatch to mention just a few.
Inspired Gaming
Inspired is a UK based gaming developer who create games that have been praised for their lively graphics and vibrant 3D animations.
They have a wide selection of themes, they have old school games such as Hot Joker 4-Ways and Hot Joker featuring Big Bonus that both are displayed in 2D illustrations. They also have an impressive collection of Christmas themed slots with Big Christmas Present, Christmas Cash Spins, Christmas Cash Pots and more.
However, they are not a company who wants to get stuck in classic slots, they tend to try their hand in many new slot variants with new features. Recently they released three games, namely the Reel King Megaways, Centurion Megaways and the Cops 'n' Robbers Megaways, Merry Christmas Megaways and more, all that try out the relatively new Megaways slot mechanic.
High 5 Games
High 5 Games was founded in 1995, and is currently one of the biggest players in the casino games industry. They are known for their artistic style that creates unique games that stand out from other developers. Not only focusing on the graphics end, High 5 Games also have been quite experimental with their games, offering multiple game bonuses, secondary bonus elements, scatter pays or a combination of those in their games.
You may have heard of their name through their successful Facebook platform, which they released in 2012, and which has become the premier free slots casino on Facebook with over 300 slots to choose from.
Ainsworth gaming
The Australian based company is one of the longest standing companies in the gambling field, having been created in 1955 by Len Ainsworth.
Since its creation, the company has strived to become the leading provider of games, and with the start of the digital age, the company made its presence known in the new market.
In Australia, Ainsworth Game Technology is one of the main providers of iGaming products, including games such as slots, progressive jackpots, card games and more.
The developer has created some slots that are considered modern day classics, such as the King Kong slot and its sequel the King Kong Skull Island, as well as the Pac-Man Slots.
Iron Dog studios
Iron Dog Studio is a Brighton based gaming developer that was established in 2017. Constantly launching new games, they have already attracted a solid fan base with their unique games that are filled with new ideas and advanced technology. Their main specialisation is video slots, which they develop to provide the premier visual gaming experience.
Starting as an in-house developer for 1x2 Network, Iron Dog Studio has worked hard to become a recognized developer in the gaming industry.
They develop their slots with mythological, fantasy and fruity themes, and have also dabbled in more modern technologies such as the Megaways mechanic.
NextGen gaming
NextGen is one of the best known gaming developers, providing entertaining slots that have well designed graphics and sound effects that match the theme. The unique characters and features in their video slots stand out from other developers.
A platform that is also available through Facebook, they have games that are very easy to pick up and can be played instantly.
The Australian based online slot developer has its own software with which it can make some brilliant games, it has covered a plethora of themes including ancient Egypt, dragons, vampires, Greek mythology, mermaids, Irish luck, animals, Christmas, football, Aztec as well as many more.
Booming games
Booming Games is a relatively new gaming developer, having been created in 2014. It has had a lot of success with its rendered 3D slot machines and other games in the Asian online casino industry. The Isle of Man based company struck its first deals with major Asian operators, and this helped the studio develop their games, which they could later use to expand their international outreach.
For players who like to see realistic graphics and rendered 3D characters, Booming Games have a great selection of games. They pride themselves on their visual and graphic solutions as well as animations and authentic colour schemes.
Booming Games likes to experiment with bonus features such as expanding symbols, double symbols, multiplying paylines, stacked wilds, free spins and many more.
NeoGames
NeoGames was established in 2005, and has made its name as a company who make intriguing slot games as well as online scratch cards, bingo games and iLottery 360° games.
The iLottery 360° is a software that is built to deliver all the components needed to make a successful lottery.
The Tel Aviv based company makes plenty of slots, with a variety of bonus features, and their portfolio is rapidly expanding. Their games often offer special awards and bonuses that are exclusive to each game. Their games mainly use common slot themes such as fruits and fantasy.
PariPlay
The Gibraltar based gaming developers are one of the leading forces in the modern market. PariPlay has their own backend software, with which they can supply casinos with tools to help them keep the games running smoothly.
The studio primarily makes slots, which have been praised for their originality and playability.
PariPlay loves to mix and match bonus features amongst their games, making all of their games tailor made. They also have a wicked sense of humour, which can be seen in some of their more comical productions, but this has only built them a loyal fan base.
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