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The iGaming revolution begins: MGA Games reveals its proposals for the sector in 2024
Today, MGA Games celebrated its annual MGA Games Day. The fourth edition of this online event, with the motto The Revolution Begins. The event saw the company present its strategic plan for 2024. An ambitious roadmap that will consolidate its position as an international benchmark in the production and distribution of localised slot games for global operators.
A plan that looks to further strengthen the internationalisation of MGA Games, this time in North American markets, with strategic alliances and global exclusivity agreements; an ambitious expansion, both in terms of quantity and quality, of its content catalogue; a commitment to localised slot games, the continued promotion of the Celebrities collection so popular with players and much more.
The event, which connected aggregators, distributors, and online casino operators from around the world, began with an introduction from Joan Sanahuja, founder, and CEO of MGA Games, who was enthusiastic about the results achieved in 2023 and what’s instore for 2024. “This year, we have achieved great challenges that tell us we are doing things right. We have consolidated our commitment to a greater international reach by establishing ourselves in European markets. Our next step is the United States and Canada,” he confirmed.
With over 20 years of experience, the company “not only leads the Spanish market with a market penetration of 99% and 15% market share but has already positioned itself as a leading global provider of innovative and quality content,” Sanahuja explained.
“Our story began in a small studio and has grown beyond what we imagined. I am proud of what we have created, and very excited about what awaits us. But we have not built all this alone. We have built it with you. And now the time has come to take the next step, dedicating more energy than anyone else in achieving something unique,” said an excited Sanahuja.
Next, José Antonio Giacomelli, Consejero Delegado of the Online Division of the MGA Group, detailed the company’s news and plans for next year. In 2024, MGA Games will be focusing on strategic markets such as Spain, Portugal, the Netherlands, Sweden, Italy and Denmark, launching up to 52 new productions and releasing a game every week.
The company continues to bet on the attractive Megaways slot game productions, creating its own new collection with titles such as Take de Money, Chef’s Delights, Sweet Fortune, and Golden Ocean.
MGA Games continues to place great importance on its international content with IPs (Intellectual Property) in its productions catalogue: the successful Celebrities localised slot games for each market, with customised and themed games such as Chiquito Olimpiadas and Barragán 2 Cabalgata de Reyes.
In addition, the new Seasonal Collection will be created, with new games going on sale during the main international festive times of the year, such as Valentine’s Day, Easter, Halloween, and Christmas.
MGA Games will also make a special effort to promote the Video Bingo market, a product that is increasingly in demand worldwide. “We can exclusively say that we are now the first provider to certify Video Bingo in Portugal,” said Giacomelli at the end of his speech.
But the news doesn’t end here. Daniel Nugent, Account Manager Coordinator at MGA Games, announced the launch of the Epic Slots Collection, innovations for the most outstanding and charismatic games of the year, which include titles such as Alchemy Riches, La Leyenda del Mariachi Picante and Las Tres Fuerzas de El Dorado. In addition, there will be the Spanish Land-Based Collection, bringing successful land-based slot games to the digital world, including the already revered Lucky Player. And two Golden Edition games: the new Mina de Oro Plus and the renewed version of the classic RFranco game, Gnomos Mix, updated to satisfy players expectations.
Nugent ended his presentation by announcing that for 2024, a new Bespoke Content service will be available to operators, on-demand design allowing for personalised and tailored content.
Next, Javier Lanfranchi, Sales Director at MGA Games, once again highlighted the most exciting news for the year: the company’s move into North America, producing games for the United States and Canada. He added that the company will also have a license for Malta, allowing them to offer content under this jurisdiction. Finally, Lanfranchi announced the launch of the company’s new promotional tools, such as internal lobby, multi-ratio, multi-volatility, turbo upload and AI in design quality as well as marketing tools, featuring tournaments, achievements, rankings, free spins, and high bonuses.
The MGA Games Day 2023 ended with a surprise visit from the Netherland celebrity Bobbie Eden, who accompanied Joan Sanahuja during the farewell of the event, exclaiming emphatically: “The revolution begins at MGA Games!”
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Springbok Casino’s Wild November Feature ‘Backyard Gangsters’ Offers 25 Free Spins on new Clue Chronicles: Mirror Mansion slot
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Play’n GO celebrates multiple win at 5 Star Media Awards
Play’n GO, the world’s leading casino entertainment provider, is today celebrating a five-award sweep in the coveted 5 Star Media Awards of 2024.
The legendary games studio nabbed a second consecutive Slot Supplier of the Year award, as well as being named the RNG Casino Supplier of the Year. The company also secured three of 5 Star Media’s “Top 20” Awards for co-founder and CMO Ebba Arnred, Director of Business Development Stuart Trigwell, and Head of Brand and Communication, Andrew Pink.
Play’n GO has enjoyed a landmark 2024, breaking new ground by entering the South African market, as well as expanding its US presence into what is now five states.
Ebba Arnred, Co-Founder and Chief Marketing Officer at Play’n GO, commented “We’re always very pleased to have our work recognised at the various awards throughout the year, but to win five in one fell swoop is almost unprecedented. It’s very special to be awarded Slot Supplier of the Year for a second year in a row, and RNG Casino Supplier of the Year is another well-received feather in our cap. We would like to thank 5 Star Media and the entire judging panel, as well as our entire team here at Play’n GO, without whom these award wins simply wouldn’t happen. On a personal level, I’d also like to express gratitude for the individual recognition of a 5 Star “Top 20” Award.”
Stuart Trigwell, Director of Business Development at Play’n GO, added “I’d like to express a sincere thank you to 5 Star Media for being recognised in their “Top 20” Awards. We do our work not for individual accolades but for the success of the entire business, so it’s great to see Play’n GO so well represented across the board.”
Andrew Pink, Head of Brand and Communication at Play’n GO, said “Play’n GO’s driving ambition is to be the best entertainment supplier there is. Aside from producing some of the most played games and best loved characters in the world, that ambition is often realised by things largely unseen by those outside the company. It’s extremely gratifying for everyone at Play’n GO to be recognised as Slot Supplier of the Year. Next year may just be our biggest and best yet.”
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Procedure to be followed by school clubs affiliating for the 2025 season
Mind Sports South Africa (MSSA), founded in 1984, is the national federation for Board games, Card games, Esports, and Wargames.
MSSA promotes all the different disciplines equally, although each school may pick-and-choose which discipline it wishes to promote at its school. Some schools will promote the whole gambit, while others will concentrate on only one discipline, and/or even just concentrate on one specific title.
The choice is ultimately up to the school.
MSSA has sent teams with full Protea Colours to international events since 1991 for wargames, 1996 for Morabaraba, 1997 for Checkers, and 2005 for Esports. Many members of the national teams have been scholars, and all have benefited from their involvement in the national Protea Team.
There is still the option open for a school to start a full-blown sub-club on its premises, but bearing in mind the tight regulatory conditions under which accredited schools have to operate in the Republic, the MSSA no longer deems it necessary for a school to start a sub-club.
As long as the school club has the approval of the school, and has an Educator-in-Charge, a school may affiliate by merely completing the Application for Affiliation Form and submitting such to MSSA.
Advantages of having a MSSA affiliated club: There are many advantages of having a MSSA affiliated club, such as:
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Being part of a community where your club has a real say in how things are done
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Being able to apply for National Lottery Funding – MSSA member clubs can apply for up to R800,000.00 in funding
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Being able to get assistance from your local government
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Experience increased media exposure of your events and your gamers
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Become part of the international community through the MSSA Registered players are able to become internationally recognised umpires, etc.
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Enable your gamers to take part in MSSA events, which may qualify them for Regional, Provincial, and National colours, overseas trips, and even sports bursaries at university.
- Private clubs: one vote per every five registered players, and
- School clubs: one vote per every ten registered players.
MSSA’s General Regulations
The General Regulations comprises of decisions made by both Council and Executive Committee Meetings. The General Regulations deals with how sub-committees operate as well as to how teams are selected and development funding is distributed. Please refer to Schedule 10.12 in regard to the rights of clubs in hosting events.
MSSA’s Discipline Specific Regulations
The Discipline Specific Regulations deal with rules concerning the different disciplines. The Disciplines that the MSSA caters for are; Board Gaming, Card gaming, Esports, and Figure Gaming.
When a club applies for membership, the applicant club must complete such form and return the same to the MSSA.Fee note for 2025
The fee note details the Affiliation Fees and Registration fees that are payable.
Player Registration Form
The Player Registration Form needs to be completed by every player that is a member of a club and intends to participate in MSSA affairs.
MSSA’s Letter of Undertaking
The Letter of Undertaking is for all registered players who sit on any MSSA committee.
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