Press Releases

25th April 2012

MICROGAMING LEADS THE WAY WITH HTML5 GAMES

ISLE OF MAN – Microgaming (www.microgaming.com), the world’s largest provider of online gaming software, is pleased to announce its sponsorship of the mGaming Awards and the launch of a range of brand new and industry leading HTML5 games.

The mobile gaming industry is constantly evolving and has seen phenomenal growth over recent years. To reflect the importance of mobile gaming, the mGaming Summit is being held today in London where Microgaming is proud to showcase its innovative HTML5 games and to sponsor the mGaming Awards.

The launch of Microgaming’s HTML5 games sets the gold standard for mobile gaming in the market. Its unique ‘swipe and tap’ interface, rich and carefully detailed graphics, and smooth gaming experience are unbeatable. The industry leading suite of 11 games includes photo-realistic high quality versions of the ever popular blackjack and roulette, some of the most popular Microgaming slots like the world renowned Tomb Raider ™, Thunderstruck and Mermaids Millions, and a number of fantastic video poker games. There is also an aggressive games rollout scheduled for the coming months, which is something Microgaming is renowned for with its online products.

HTML5 allows players to access the best games in the industry, on any of their devices, when and wherever they want. For operators with player details and balances on an existing system, Microgaming can integrate its cutting edge games to work with this system, for the best possible player experience.

Neill Whyte, Head of Product Channels at Microgaming, says: “Microgaming launched its first mobile casino software in 2004 and ever since then, has been leading innovation in mobile gaming. It offers industry firsts in mobile gaming solutions, custom-made to enable any enterprise from the online industry, mobile space or land-based arena, to enter the world of mobile casinos with ease.

“We are delighted to support the mGaming Summit. We have been at the forefront of mobile technology within the e-gaming industry for a number of years, and continue to stay ahead of the game. This event allows us to be ideally placed to meet and greet existing operators, and to discuss the key issues which are driving mobile gaming. We are looking forward to the conference and to our sponsorship of the evening drinks and awards.”

Current games available on HTML5 include:

Mermaid Millions, Thunderstruck I, Tomb Raider™ I, Aces and Faces, Aces and Eights, Bonus Deuces Wild, Deuces Wild , Double Double Bonus, Jacks or Better, European Gold Roulette and European Gold Blackjack.

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About Microgaming (www.microgaming.com)

Since Microgaming developed the first true online Casino software over a decade ago, it has led the industry in providing innovative, reliable gaming solutions to over 160 market-leading gaming sites, worldwide. This unrivalled technology company offers over 600 unique game titles and more than 1,000 game variants, in 24 languages, across online, land-based, and mobile platforms. Its renowned dedication to innovation provides the foundation to consistently deliver award-winning Casino, Poker, Bingo, Live, Progressives and Network Gaming software, as well as managed services, to a global audience. Microgaming content is also available through QuickFire, offering a supremely versatile, unique gaming experience for operators and players.

Microgaming provides the software for the world’s largest Progressive Jackpot Network and has paid out over €320million in total. Its software also created the world’s first online slot tournament millionaire and one of the largest online jackpot wins in history, at a staggering €6.37m. As a founding member of eCOGRA and IGC, Microgaming is at the forefront of initiatives that set the highest standards in the gaming industry, most notably in the areas of fair gaming, responsible operator conduct and player protection.