The last two years have seen many changes in iGaming. In 2024-2025, PPC advertising budgets increased, KYC rules became stricter, and SEO became unstable. This prompted companies to change their approaches to attracting and retaining users. And now, in 2026, the big players in the market will be reviewing their strategies. The focus will now […]
Nowadays, free games are everywhere. They dominate the app store rankings, swiftly racking up millions of downloads, and keeping players interested for months. At the same time, each of these games is a fully operational company with a crew, servers, updates, and marketing expenses. This immediately begs the question of how a game can generate […]
Candy Crush has been at the top of mobile gaming for over a decade. Simple gameplay, fast rounds, and a constant sense of progress have made the game a cult classic. But even the most devoted fans sometimes want a fresh experience. If you love the match-3 format but are looking for something new, there […]
If you are planning to start iGaming business, then understanding the market and its scale will give you an advantage. The global online gambling market is expected to reach approximately $101.45 billion this year. For comparison, in 2025, this amount was $91.63 billion. And according to some forecasts, the average annual growth rate could reach […]
AI art became a real production tool for game studios, but not in the way most hype-driven discussions predicted. We break down which AI art tools actually work in production, where generative AI genuinely helps developers, and why strong art direction still matters more than prompts alone.
A breakdown of how professional game art is actually made — from core visual principles to the specific demands of slot symbols, casino UI, and bonus effects.
Online casino games look simple. The technology running them isn’t. Here’s a breakdown of the software systems behind every spin, bet, and payout — and why engine quality is becoming a real business differentiator in iGaming.
A progressive slot machine is a casino slot where the jackpot grows continuously as players place bets. Unlike fixed jackpot games, progressive jackpots can reach massive amounts through shared network pools across multiple machines or casinos. This guide explains how progressive slot machines work, the main types of progressive jackpots, RTP and volatility differences, and why these games offer both higher risk and potentially life-changing rewards.
Discover the best lottery software in 2026 for online operators, iGaming businesses, and digital lottery platforms. Compare top lottery systems, key features, pricing models, mobile capabilities, security tools, and custom development solutions for scalable lottery operations.
Hybrid animation combines the artistic appeal of 2D visuals with the flexibility and depth of 3D production workflows. From stylized games and cinematic cutscenes to animated films and real-time experiences, modern studios increasingly rely on 2D and 3D animation combined to create distinctive visuals, scalable pipelines, and more immersive storytelling. This article explores how hybrid animation works, the key techniques behind it, notable industry examples, and the tools powering today’s stylized animation workflows.
Launching an online casino used to mean years of development, a roster of vendors, and a compliance headache before a single bet was placed. Today, operators can go live in weeks — and the reason is the turnkey iGaming software solution. But “turnkey” has become one of those terms that gets used so often it […]
The global online gambling market crossed $100 billion in revenue in 2024, and the infrastructure to enter it has never been more accessible — but the competition has never been stiffer. To start an online casino business today, you need more than a platform and a license. You need a clear market position, sound technology […]
A critical read of this year’s market data and what it demands from content partners who want to stay relevant.
Choosing between stylized vs realistic art isn’t purely a creative call — it’s a business decision with direct consequences for production cost, release cadence, platform performance, and player retention. In casino and slot game development specifically, visual style shapes everything from how a game reads in a lobby thumbnail to how long a player stays […]
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