Who Are the World’s Top Casino Game Developers?

Author: Live Casino Direct
 
Who Are the World’s Top Casino Game Developers?
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The online casino industry has grown and thrived in recent years. The top game developers have gone from strength to strength.

International Game Technology has over 12,000 employees and produces video poker games and other casino titles for both land-based and online sites. IGT report for the second quarter of 2020 showed highlights such as digital wagers in Italy being up by 33%, and a 30% share in the American online sports betting market.

Playtech has been in business since 1999 and is traded on the London Stock Exchange. The company has its headquarters in the Isle of Man and claims to be the world's largest online gaming software supplier. Playtech made profits of €117 million ($128 million) in first three months of 2020.

Microgaming created the first online casino software. Their base is in Isle of Man. They produce a variety of casino table games and online slots. Mega Moolah is one of their most popular titles.

NetEnt was founded in 1996 and has produced over 200 titles to date. They include the likes of Gonzo’s Quest, Dead or Alive II, and Reel Rush. In 2019, they bought Red Tiger Gaming and brought in SEK1.79bn ($186.1m) in revenue. NetEnt has offices in various countries such as the USA, the UK, Malta, Poland and with over one thousand employees.

The increasing popularity of online slots games should see the leading developers continue to prosper. The presence of other, up-and-coming software companies ensures that established firms can't afford to let their standards slip.