Gaming
QTech Games and Song88 host SiGMA Asia Invitational Golf Day, raising $20k for charity for local orphanages in the Philippines
QTech Games, the number-one games distributor across all emerging markets, hosted the inaugural SiGMA Asia Invitational Golf Day in Manila last week to universal acclaim, lifting the curtain on one of the sector’s most influential summits and raising $20,000 for a range of local charitable causes in the process.
The golf day was organized and staged in partnership with Song88, the rising-star sportsbook which is taking the Far East by storm with a wide variety of sports and engaging markets available both pre-play and in-play.
Senior executives from the igaming industry participated in an event that was supported by leading igaming companies like Blueprint Gaming, Continent 8, Aviatrix, Naga Games, Dragoon Soft and Habanero, all of whom came together to donate over 1million PHP ($20k) for the SiGMA Foundation which has been set up to sustain orphanages in the Philippines – providing health, protection and education for local children.
The event was held at Manila’s spectacular Club Intramuros Golf Course on the opening morning of the conference, with stunning views of the Manila cityscape framing a picturesque backdrop to a course that winds around the historic old walls of the city.
QTech Games continues to lead the way across developing territories worldwide, thanks to its ever-expanding reach, proprietary gaming tools and services, 24/7 support, and advanced AI technology which combine to bolster its partners’ offerings and elevate the customer experience. QTech Games is setting the gold standard, redefining the future of the online casino industry, with effortless distribution from its definitive one-stop-shop approach for online casino operators, packaging together the world’s finest online casino games and offering bespoke solutions to its global partners through one intuitive platform.
For its part, Song88 has quickly become one of Asia’s most popular new sportsbook, having been developed specifically for the proclivities and demands of Asian customers. This breakthrough sportsbook runs off the latest pricing models and data feeds – allowing users to enjoy sophisticated and reactive in-play odds up to the last second of a game, with competitive pricing on all sports. This service has arrived in perfect time for this summer’s spectacular sporting schedule, and can be tailored to local markets and more niche sports.
Martin Trang, Global CMO at QTech Games, said: “The weather was kind, the golf was varied, and my own game was aggressively average, I’m afraid! But the main thing was the golf day proved to be a fantastic networking event, where we had a lot of fun with old friends and new colleagues, coming together to help raise some much-needed funds for important local children’s causes. It was a popular and relaxed way to start the show for our peers and partners, and we plan to stage more of these inclusive events at future industry shows.”
Magnus Karlsson, CEO at Song88, added: “I would like to give a massive thank you to everyone taking part in our inaugural golf day, especially to all those assembled who gave so generously to support orphanages across the Philippines. I hope this could be the start of a great tradition whereby the sector gets together once a year over a relaxed game of charity golf, where all the proceeds go to those who need it the most here in the Philippines: the children.
“SiGMA G2E Asia is a superb summit, and I’m pleased to report there was a real momentum behind this year’s show in Manila, especially with all the challenges of the pandemic now hopefully behind us. It was brilliant to be back together en masse, and we were thoroughly impressed with the quality, quantity and diversity of the delegates on site. Having all the major industry players in the region together in-venue allowed attendees to gain a deeper insight into the latest market trends and benefit from a wide array of networking opportunities – and our QTech Games-Song88 Invitational Golf Day will be a regular part of the latter category going forward.”
“We will continue to work closely with SiGMA and QTech Games to foster a closer connection around similar innovative networking initiatives, fusing business with pleasure. This Charity Invitational paid fitting tribute to the spirit and camaraderie of the igaming industry. Song88’s is fast-becoming Asia’s favourite new sportsbook, having been developed from the ground up with Asian customers in mind.”
Asia
KGeN launches India’s first VALORANT virtual training academy ‘LIFT//OFF’
KGeN, a community led gaming platform and Riot Games have partnered for the launch of LIFT//OFF, a community-led & data-driven online training academy to forge the next set of professional VALORANT athletes. This program will allow everyday gamers to make a mark, whether it is through their in-game achievements or showing off their skills at a global stage.
The program sets a new standard as a community-driven program by strategically selecting gaming content creators as ‘creators’ and seasoned competitive gamers as ‘trainers’, from the VALORANT community to lead this training academy. They will select 20 creators from a pool of applicants, these creators will then form their own teams from within their communities. Each creator will either select 5 players for their team or play alongside 4 players, forming a total of 60 to 80 players. Additionally, 20 trainers will be selected, with each assigned to one of the 20 creator-led teams.
A gamer’s in-game VALORANT performance, including stats like hours played, win rates, successful kills, headshot percentage, and KDR, combined with their social standing in the community, such as tournament wins, content creation skills, and positive feedback, will be the foundation for selecting the first group of Trainers, Creators, and esports recruits for LIFT//OFF.
LIFT//OFF will offer all participants a first of its kind opportunity to connect with the global esports community. Top-performing teams will have the chance to showcase their skills in official VALORANT tournaments. Additionally, creators and trainers will receive official VALORANT merchandise, highlighting their involvement in shaping this program and contributing to the growth of the esports community in India. The program will include a mentor cohort which will captivate and engage a diverse audience.
The program aims to not only elevate the skills of esports recruits but also cultivate the next generation of esports idols. The program’s teachings extend beyond in-game strategies to encompass the broader aspects of life as an esports professional. By mentoring participants in every facet of the player’s social persona, KGeN seeks to use data to build the reputation and “gamer cred” of everyone involved, ensuring they are well-rounded individuals ready for the spotlight. Data-driven insights will be used to tailor tutorials and challenges, helping each participant address specific areas where they need help.
LIFT//OFF Roadmap
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Launch (Sep 18) – Applications for Creators, Trainers & Recruits go live.
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Last Date to Apply (Oct 10) – Last date for Creators, Trainers & Recruits to apply.
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Weekly & Daily Challenges Leaderboard (Nov 4 – 26) – In this period, players can take part in-game challenges to test their learning and also win rewards from the leaderboard.
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Finale (Nov 30 – Dec 3) – LIFT//OFF will feature a final tournament, to assess the learnings of the Recruits and the teaching effectiveness of Trainers.
How To Apply?
To join the LIFT//OFF program, select the role that best suits you and fill out the required details in the application form. A KGeN representative will reach out to you shortly to guide you through the next steps.
Gaming
Evoplay rolls out successful third-person shooter title Star Guardians to wider operator network
Evoplay, the award-winning game development studio, has expanded the availability of its groundbreaking skill-based title, Star Guardians to all its partners following a successful exclusive release.
Star Guardians blends the mechanics of slot games with the immersive action of third-person shooters. Players can choose from a range of unique characters, each equipped with their own special boosters and abilities, adding layers of strategy and customisation.
The game can be experienced in automatic or manual mode, where movement and shooting are controlled by the player, enhancing the skill-based element of the title.
Released as Evoplay’s flagship title in 2021, Star Guardians was originally released on an exclusive basis for operators. Due to its exceptional performance and popularity, the game is now being rolled out to the studio’s wider partner network.
Evoplay has continued to hone in on skill-based gaming experiences, including its most recent flagship title, the 3D racing game Adrenaline Rush which is currently available as an exclusive to its partners.
Ivan Kravchuk, CEO at Evoplay, said: “By merging role playing game elements with gambling, Star Guardians delivers an innovative and unique gaming experience for players.
“As a first-of-its-kind title, Star Guardians has consistently grown in popularity since its debut. With Gen-Z and millennial audiences playing an increasingly significant role in shaping the industry, we expect this wider release to drive even greater success.”
Gaming
BGaming introduces first bird’s eye view crash game Top Eagle
Popular iGaming content provider BGaming has released its new take on the popular crash game genre with Top Eagle. The title has five unlockable plane skins on top of the default one, motivating personal milestones, a flight history bar and an altitude meter which registers multiplier levels.
Brave players must take off and then open their parachute ahead of the plane’s unfortunate crash. After landing safely and winning the prize, their bets will be multiplied. The altimeter at the bottom right of the screen registers the distance the aircraft covers and reflects the possible winning multiplier. Players who cash out after x2, x5, x10, x50 or x100 unlock additional skins for their plane, with one skin per milestone available.
Further tailored milestones await in Top Eagle, with a special Best Drop icon on the top right of the game field. This displays the highest multiplier value scored throughout the gaming session, while the Leading badge is earned once the plane successfully surpasses the player’s previous longest attempt.
During each round, the bar at the top of the main game records the biggest multiplier reached before crashing. If the player successfully cashes out, the multiplier shows as white, while a non-winning round remains pale grey.
As in other BGaming crash games, Top Eagle’s autoplay mode allows players to preset the number of flights they wish to take, while the automatic cashout gives them the chance to set a multiplier value at which the game will cash out.
Players may also switch between two energetic soundtracks, “Attack” or “Recon”, to dictate the atmosphere of the game, while changing the skin of their plane as they make progress through the game.
Mikalai Dzeneladze, Chief Casual Game Producer at BGaming, said: “Crash games have quickly become a staple in our portfolio, with their appeal stretching across many regulated markets, including LatAm. With its unique top-down view which offers diversity of the background and the illusion of flight, players will remain engaged for longer.
“This game is not to be missed by both long-term crash game fans looking for a new experience, and new players trying the genre for the first time.”
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