Gaming Awards
SBC Reveals Shortlists for Game Developer Awards, Recognising Top Industry Talent
SBC is thrilled to announce that the shortlists, recognising and celebrating the game development studios and teams behind the industry’s most successful titles, for the prestigious CasinoBeats Game Developer Awards are now in.
Relax Gaming leads the pack with an impressive ten nominations across multiple categories. ELK Studios follows with six nominations, while Blueprint Gaming and Light & Wonder make a strong showing, boasting five nominations each.
The awards ceremony, which takes place during the CasinoBeats Summit conference and exhibition, will take place at the InterContinental Hotel on 25 May. The lavish event will be attended by 400 guests and presented by Trudy Kerr.
The ‘Streamer of the Year’ category, which recognises the rising importance of streamers who, with their influential presence, shape the landscape of the industry, saw the shortlist narrowed down to ten remarkable streamers: Brian Christopher, CasinoDaddy, Chipmonkz, Juicy_Spins, Kim Hultman, Roshtein, SlotsMarko, Trainwreckstv, William Barnes (Hideous Slots), and xQc.
The Game Performance categories, which were not open for nominations, saw a highly-contested Slot of the Year category with ten shortlisted entries, including two entries (Cowboy Coins and Down the Rails) from last year’s winner, Pragmatic Play. Relax Gaming is poised to challenge Pragmatic Play’s dominance with two entries of their own – Dead Riders Trail and Money Train 3, in hopes of claiming the coveted title.
In the Best Studio Debut Game category, four exciting slots will compete for the top spot, including Mustang Freedom by Barbara Bang, Dog Days by Nailed It! Games, Wildfire West by Rogue, and Barti’s Treasure by Wild Gaming.
In the Slot Legacy Title category, three titles from Blueprint Gaming (Deal or No Deal, Fishin Frenzy, Ted) and two from NetEnt (Gonzo’s Quest, Starburst) have been shortlisted, competing against five other established titles. Meanwhile, the Slot Collaboration of the Year category will feature a total of six contenders, and in the Slot to Watch category, three out of nine shortlisted titles are from Relax Gaming (Cluster Tumble Dream Drop, Money Train 4, and Money Train Origins Dream Drop).
The shortlisted companies for the Game Innovation Spotlight Award will have the opportunity to showcase their games at the CasinoBeats Summit’s Game Innovation Stage on the exhibition floor and pitch their games to a panel of esteemed judges. Among the entries are games from renowned companies such as Caleta Gaming, ELK Studios, Wazdan, Vibra Gaming, and many others.
In the six Game Creation categories that were open for nominations, Blue Guru Games has been shortlisted for two categories, including Game Music/Soundtrack with two entries, and Game Retro-style with one entry. ELK Studios has been nominated for Game Design and Art Direction, Game Mechanic of the Year, Game Music/Soundtrack, and Game Retro-style. Hacksaw Gaming has been shortlisted for three categories, including Game Design & Art Direction, Game Mechanic of the Year, and Game Music/Soundtrack. Relax Gaming has been nominated for four categories, including Game Design & Art Direction, Game Feature of the Year, Game Music/Soundtrack, and Game Retro-style. Swintt has been shortlisted for three categories, including Game Feature of the Year, Game Licensed Content, and Game Music/Soundtrack.
In the Game People categories that were also open for nominations, the list of talented individuals who have been shortlisted in their respective categories – Product Manager, Game Designer, Game Composer – for their notable contributions to the game industry can be accessed on the dedicated website.
Rasmus Sojmark, CEO & Founder of the event organiser SBC, said: “I am thrilled that this year we’ve added three Game People categories to the Game Developer Awards for the first time ever. It’s a fantastic opportunity to not only celebrate the best studios and titles in the business but also the amazing people who make it all happen. Can’t wait for the ceremony and want to give a big shoutout to all our sponsors for their support in making this night one filled with celebrations and positive vibes. Congratulations to all the shortlisted companies and individuals!”
Eastern Europe
EGT Digital has been awarded with âBest Game Soundtrack 2024â accolade from SIGMA Awards East Europe
EGT Digital’s top-performing game Sugar Duke has been distinguished in the “Best Game Soundtrack 2024″ category of the SIGMA Awards East Europe. This year’s edition of the competition, honoring the leaders who bring change and progress in the gaming industry, took place on 02 September in the ballroom of the InterContinental Hotel in Budapest.
“I am extremely happy to accept this award on behalf of EGT Digital,” shared Tsvetomira Drumeva, Head of Sales at the company. âSugar Duke is among our most popular slot games, and along with the attractive characters and numerous bonuses, it undoubtedly owes its impressive performance to its original and memorable soundtrack as well. This achievement is a result of the hard work and the innovative ideas of our team of devoted professionals, without whom our success would not have been possible. We would like to extend our gratitude to our partners and clients, who give us unwavering support.â
Conferences in Europe
European iGaming Excellence Awards 2024: Online Voting Now Open â Cast Your Vote for the Shortlists!
HIPTHER is thrilled to announce that the online voting stage for the European iGaming Excellence Awards (EiGE Awards 2024) is now open to the public and for the iGaming industry professionals to vote, in order to determine the Awards Shortlists.
European iGaming Excellence Awards (EiGE Awards) 2024: Celebrating Industry Excellence
The European iGaming Excellence Awards (EiGE Awards) 2024 marks its second edition, hosted as part of HIPTHERâs annual European Gaming Congress. These prestigious awards spotlight outstanding contributions across the European iGaming sector, including online gambling operators, suppliers, testing laboratories, payment providers, affiliate programs, and industry innovators.
This year, the EiGE Awards are back, better than ever, and ready to celebrate every facet of iGaming excellence. Weâre introducing new categories to recognize the contributions of industry leaders and influencers, as well as highlight creative achievements in areas like Company Launch, Marketing Campaign, Tech Innovation, and more!
Online Voting Process: When, How, Why
The Online Voting session for the EiGE Awards 2024 is now live and will be open from 8 August 2024 until 26 August 2024.
How to Vote:
- Visit the main Voting Page featuring all 16 categories: https://hipther.com/events/egc/eige-awards/Â
- You can vote for one or more categories, or for all categories.
- Each IP address is allowed one vote per category throughout the voting period.
Whatâs Next:
- The online voting stage will determine the Shortlisted Companies.
- The Preliminary Shortlists* will be announced on 1 September 2024.
- The final vote will take place at the European Gaming Congress, where event participants will cast their votes.
*The results from the online voting will produce Preliminary Shortlists. To finalize these shortlists, shortlisted companies must confirm their acceptance to attend the event as Finalists. Only those who commit to participating in the event will be officially included in the Final Shortlists.
Promote Your Vote – Rally Your Network!
During the online voting period, HIPTHER will be sharing reminders on social media, and we encourage you, our Nominees, to do the same!
Leverage your network and prompt your followers, colleagues, partners, and clients to cast their votes. Make the most of your social media channels, blogs, and any other media platforms to share the exciting news, highlight your achievements, and rally support from the industry.
Promoting Fair Play & Community EngagementÂ
HIPTHER is raising the iGaming Awards standards by introducing the one-time-vote policy per category, while maintaining an open and democratic process that empowers the iGaming community.
To further enhance engagement, weâre introducing social share buttons for each category! After you vote, you can easily share your participation and encourage your network to vote as well. Rest assured, sharing doesnât reveal your vote – it will just let people know you voted for a specific category in the EiGE Awardsâ online voting session, urging them to follow your example.
Excelling Together!
Weâre excited to see your enthusiasm and engagement as we celebrate excellence in the iGaming industry. Your participation in the online voting stage is crucial to recognizing and honouring the standout achievements within our vibrant community.
Thank you all for being a part of this journey, and best of luck to our esteemed Nominees!
Let’s make the EiGE Awards 2024 a remarkable event together!
Gaming Awards
GAMOMAT celebrates double gold at the CasinoBeats Game Developer Awards 2024
GAMOMAT, one of the leading independent software developers for slot games, has won double gold for Best Game Development Company Central Europe and Game Retro-Style for Fancy Fruits Deluxe.
The first gold came in SlotCatalogâs Award for Best Game Development Company Central Europe. Each of the nominees was judged solely on analytical data rather than subjective views. This award was focused on games being promoted in casino lobbies as it provides a clear, quantifiable measure of a titleâs popularity and reach. Being named Best Game Development Company Central Europe crowns a highly successful period for the business.
A second gold arrived thanks to Fancy Fruits Deluxe coming top in the Game Retro-Style category. It was the first release as part of the Deluxe Series, which was introduced to celebrate GAMOMATâs 15th anniversary last year. Fancy Fruits Deluxe is the advanced rendition of the much-loved classic Fancy Fruits. It retains the classic appeal and simple mechanics that made the original a land-based and online success, while bringing a fresh, modern edge with enhanced graphics and a user-friendly interface.
The CasinoBeats Game Developer Awards is an annual celebration of excellence and innovation in the iGaming industry, marking significant contributions from developers across the world.
Dietmar Hermjohannes, Managing Director at GAMOMAT Development GmbH said: âWhat a great honour! Winning double gold at the CasinoBeats Game Developer Awards is an astonishing achievement for all involved at GAMOMAT. Winning Best Game Development Company Central Europe is extra special, as the award is judged solely on empirical evidence that shows the vast reach and popularity our games have across the industry. Coming top in the Game Retro-Style Award with Fancy Fruits Deluxe shows we are on the right track with the Deluxe Series. I am so proud of what we accomplished in the past few years.â
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