Awards
Evolution has earned industry awards over the years. Notably, it received EGR’s Live Casino Software Supplier of the Year award for ten consecutive years, from 2010 through 2019.
Evolution became the first recipient of EGR’s Software Rising Star of the Year award in 2010. EGR later named its immersive roulette game Game of the Year in 2014, while Dream Catcher game won Digital Product of the Year at the Global Gaming Expo (G2E). In 2018, the company received “Best in Casino Streaming Live Dealer Provider” at Barcelona’s Live Gaming Summit and EGR B2B Awards’ Multi-Channel Supplier of the Year. The American Gambling Awards named Evolution Service Provider of the Year in 2019.
Evolution Gaming Games
Evolution’s platform brings casino-style games into the home. The source review mentions features such as in-game chat and real-time interaction with people playing at land-based venues.
The catalogue includes familiar casino games alongside titles exclusive to Evolution. Some tables offer optional side bets, and the review says players can keep up to four blackjack tables open in one window. Traditional choices include:
- Immersive roulette
- Live roulette
- Live blackjack
- Live baccarat
- Live casino hold ‘em
- Live three card poker
Dream catcher is one of Evolution’s signature games. It was the first title in the “money wheel” category. A dealer spins the wheel as players choose a number to bet on; winnings depend on the number shown. For example, a bet on ten pays 10x the stake if the wheel lands on ten.
Monopoly Live
Monopoly Live follows a format similar to Dreamcatcher, with added Chance, 2 rolls and 4 roll spaces. When the wheel lands on Chance, a card is drawn. Landing on a 2 roll or 4 roll space takes players to a bonus round with the corresponding number of “rolls” on a Monopoly board.
Deal or no Deal Live
Inspired by the television programme of the same name, Deal or no Deal Live is described by the company as “the world’s first 24-hour online live game show.” Play starts with an approximately two-minute qualifying round that sets the suitcase values. Players then place a bet and open the cases. The source lists an expected Return to Player of about 98.42%.
Football Studio
In Football Studio, the dealer reveals a card and players bet on which side will show the higher card. The cards are placed on a “pitch table,” and players can choose an away win, home win or draw. The dealer narrates the action in the style of a football broadcast.
Pros and Cons
Advantages
- Well-produced live dealer games
- Interactive features in many games
- Available in a range of regions
Disadvantages
- The selection is limited to live dealer games
- Some players have reported software bugs
Conclusion
Evolution Gaming may appeal to players who enjoy live casino play at home or on mobile. Its graphics and interactive features aim to create the feel of a casino venue. The narrower range may be a drawback for those seeking online games without a live dealer. Evolution had shown no plans to move beyond live dealer products and indicated that entering new markets in the near term was unlikely.
