In 2006, however, they ventured into the live casino market. Obviously, mobile gaming wasn’t as smooth back then, but anyone using a device with Symbian OS could easily download their software and start playing. Despite the challenges, they started porting their slots and table games. Apparently, no provider before them dared to venture into mobile play. That’s why they managed to pull off another world-first in 2004. While already successful and head-and-shoulders above their peers, Microgaming still wasn’t content. From the get-go, they became invested in creating various slots, most of which are now legendary. Back when the pinnacle of gambling was driving to the nearest land-based venue, this was a revolutionary invention. That same year, they came out with the first online casino software. The company was founded in 1994, and they are one of the last true innovators in the iGaming industry. Fortunately, Microgaming doesn’t need to do this. They pretend to be at the forefront only as a means to gain clout amongst players and reviewers alike. Too many times have we heard providers claiming they’re pioneers of this and that.
Games Global now owns and operates the entire Microgaming catalog, including independent studios previously publishing under Microgaming and their recent brand of live dealer titles, OnAir Entertainment.
EDITOR’S NOTE: Microgaming has been acquired by Games Global Ltd.
