Microgaming’s products reach beyond online gaming to land-based venues. Its cloud services give brick-and-mortar operators access to a wide game selection and Microgaming back-office support. The services can be configured for a single venue or multiple locations.
The provider’s catalogue has featured more than 1,200 game variations, and its developers continue to create titles for venues worldwide. Microgaming has also outlined plans to collaborate with independent studios. These exclusive partnerships were intended to expand the company’s gaming solutions.
A Focus on 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 up-and-coming athletes, helped pay college tuition for talented students and supported other charities.
This review links the company’s stated commitment to integrity with its ongoing presence in regulated markets. Such markets can provide consumer protections against dishonest operators and demand greater transparency during play. Microgaming has said it operates in more than 20 licensed jurisdictions and aims to enter further regulated markets.
Renamed Apricot Investments
On June 28, 2018, Microgaming announced that it had changed its name to Apricot Investments, with Roger Raatgever as executive chairman. Its subsidiary was renamed Quickfire Limited at the same time. The company said the rebrand would create an “investment vehicle” to pursue additional opportunities in online gaming. Although its corporate name changed, 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. Its platform expanded the number of venues offering 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 Games
Microgaming debuted its signature interactive title, Poke The Guy, in 2018. Players face “the guy,” a monster menacing a city, and 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 players can compete live against one another. Established in 2003, MPN is described as one of the longest-running online poker venues. The provider’s 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 familiar American and European formats, with choices among its roulette games. Listed examples include multiplayer and multi-wheel variations, Premier Roulette, Roulette Royale and French roulette.
Table Games
The classic table-game lineup includes blackjack, baccarat, craps and other options. This review calls out 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 range features both standard and progressive games, 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
- Promotes a commitment to integrity in online gaming
- Extensive catalogue featuring more than 1,200 games
- Available in more than 25 currencies
Play by downloading a game or launching it instantly in a browser
Cons
- Not available in all regions, including Canada and the United States
Downloading games can use a considerable amount of hard drive space on a computer or tablet
Conclusion
Microgaming has established a broad presence in online gaming, offering software for varied player interests and continuing to develop its products, as described in this review. The provider has been popular in Latin America and Europe. It has also associated its public image with eCOGRA and online gaming standards, including efforts to tackle unscrupulous providers. The review looked ahead to further development in virtual reality and other advanced online wagering games.
