Microgaming’s products reach beyond online gaming and into land-based venues. Its cloud services give brick-and-mortar operators access to a wide range of games, together with Microgaming back-office support. The offering can be adapted for a single location or multiple sites.
The provider’s catalogue has included more than 1,200 game variations, and its developers continue to create titles for venues around the world. Microgaming has also described an initiative to collaborate with independent studios. These exclusive studio partnerships were intended to expand the company’s gaming solutions.
Commitment to integrity
Microgaming identifies integrity and responsible online gaming as priorities. It was a founding member of e-Commerce Online Gaming Regulation and Assurance (eCOGRA). Through its PlayItForward initiative, Microgaming has sponsored emerging athletes, provided college tuition for talented students and supported other charitable causes.
This review connects the company’s stated commitment to integrity with its ongoing presence in regulated markets. Such markets may protect consumers from dishonest operators and require greater transparency during play. Microgaming has said it operates in more than 20 licensed jurisdictions and aims to enter further regulated markets.
Name change to Apricot Investments
On June 28, 2018, Microgaming announced that it had changed its name to Apricot Investments, under executive chairman Roger Raatgever. Its subsidiary was renamed Quickfire Limited at the same time. The company said the rebrand would create an “investment vehicle” for pursuing further opportunities in online gaming. Despite the corporate name change, it continued operating under the Microgaming name.
Quickfire Games
Quickfire began in 2010 as an online gambling business that licensed games to “white label” casinos. The platform expanded the number of venues where players could access Microgaming titles. This review says Quickfire supports more than 400 games and serves over 20,000 players each day. Its catalogue included more than 220 slots, over 75 table games, more than 30 casual games and 13 progressive jackpots.
Microgaming games
Interactive
Microgaming launched its signature interactive title, Poke The Guy, in 2018. In the game, “the guy” is a monster threatening a city, and players try to stop it by loading weapons into an electronic slingshot and firing them at the giant. Random prizes may appear during play; this review says some are worth more than 500x the wager.
Poker
Microgaming’s Poker Network (MPN) connects poker rooms where participants can play live against other people. Established in 2003, MPN is described as one of the longest-running online poker venues. The provider’s listed poker games include:
- All Aces Poker
- Multi-Hand High Speed Poker
- Triple Action Hold ‘Em Poker
- 3 Card Poker Multi Hand
- Poker Ride
- 3-Card Poker
- Bonus Pai Gow Poker
- Poker Pursuit
- Progressive SupaJax
- Cyberstud Poker
Roulette
The roulette collection goes beyond the familiar American and European formats, with options across its roulette games. Examples listed include multiplayer and multi-wheel versions, Premier Roulette, Roulette Royale and French roulette.
Table games
Classic table-game options include blackjack, baccarat, craps and other formats. This review spotlights the following titles:
- Vegas Craps
- European Blackjack
- Triple Sevens Progressive Blackjack
- Bonus Blackjack
- High Limit Baccarat
- Big Five Blackjack Gold Series
Slots and progressive slots
Microgaming’s slot collection features both standard and progressive titles, including:
- Village People Macho Moves
- Sherlock of London
- Exotic Cats
- Robin of Sherwood
- Lucha Legends
- Rainbrew
- Lucky Links
- Break da Bank Again
Pros and Cons
Pros
- Committed to integrity in online gaming
- Extensive catalogue with more than 1,200 games
- Available in more than 25 different currencies
Play by downloading or straight from a browser
Cons
- Not available in all regions, including Canada and the United States
Installing downloads can take up considerable hard drive space on a computer or tablet
Conclusion
Microgaming has established a broad presence in online gaming, with software for a range of player interests and ongoing development described in this review. It has been a popular provider in Latin America and Europe. The company has also connected its public image with eCOGRA and online gaming industry standards, including efforts to tackle unscrupulous providers. The review expected further development in virtual reality and other advanced online wager games.
