Best Casino Software Providers

An online casino would be nothing without its games, and we wouldn’t have such an array of top-quality games without casino software providers. These software developers are the backbone of the casino industry; the classic games we know and love wouldn’t be anywhere near as enjoyable without the quality software powering them. In this article, we’re going to take a closer look at; the best software providers in the industry, how we rate casino software companies, and much more!

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#AD New customers only, min deposit £10, wagering 40x, max bet £5 with bonus funds. Max bonus is 100% up to £100. No max cash out on deposit offers. Welcome bonus excluded for players depositing with Skrill or Neteller. Cashback is cash with no restriction. Full T&C’s apply. +18, Please Gamble responsible. BeGambleAware.org

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18+ new players only. Maximum £50 bonus. Minimum deposit: £20. Deposit Bonus wins are capped at £500. Max bet with active bonus: £2. Wagering requirement 100% match deposit bonus: 30 times sum of deposit + bonus. Winnings from Free Spins are credited as Real Money without wagering requirement. Some games may not be played with an active bonus. Games may contribute differently when wagering a bonus. Deposit Bonus expires after 30 days if wagering requirement has not been met. Free Spins expire after 3 days. One bonus allowed per person, address, device, IP. www.begambleaware.org For full bonus terms and conditions, please read below. Responsible Gaming

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#AD New customers only, 10 free spins on registration (max withdrawal £100), 100 free spins after first deposit, min deposit £20, wagering 35x, max bet £5 with bonus funds. Max bonus is 100% up to £100. No max cash out on deposit offers. Welcome bonus excluded for players depositing with Skrill or Neteller. Cashback is cash with no restriction. Full T&C’s apply

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Register for your new QuinnBet account and Enter the Coupon code: ‘FREESPINS’ in the Coupon Code tab of the Registration Page. To activate the free spins, you must deposit at least £10 to your account and have cash stakes of £10 or more on your first day’s play at QuinnCasino. 18+ T&Cs Apply.

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New UK based customers only. You must opt in (on registration form) & deposit £20+ via a debit card to qualify. Offer valid 7 days from registration. Welcome Bonus: 100% match up to £100 on 1st deposit. 50x wagering applies (as do weighting requirements). Free Spins: Awarded on Gold Blitz once you have staked £20 on any Global Game. Spin value = 10p. No wagering requirements on free spin winnings. 

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New Customers only. Opt-In Required. 100 Spins awarded on God of Fire, valued at 20p per spin. Spins awarded on 1st deposit of £20+. 30x Wagering applies as do weighting requirements. Debit card deposits only. The offer is valid for 7 days from your new account being registered. Irregular gameplay may invalidate your bonus - Full Terms apply

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New UK customers only. 125 free spins on Big Bass Bonanza (£0.10 per spin) credited after successful £10 deposit and £10 stake on Casino, Vegas or Live Casino. No wagering requirements on free spin winnings. Debit Card deposit only (exclusions apply). This offer is valid 7 days from the new account being registered. 18+ BeGambleAware.org. Bet the Responsible Way. Full terms apply.

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18+. New players only. Min. deposit £20. Max. bonus 100% on 1st deposit. 66 spins on Big Bass Bonanza on 2nd deposit. 35x wagering applies, within 21 days. Max. wins from spins £100. Spins expire after 24 hours. Full T&Cs apply.

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New customers only aged 18+. Minimum deposit £10. Get a Casino Bonus matched to your first deposit, up to £100, after you stake £20 on slots, credited within 48 hours. Bonus expires in 7 days and has a 40x wagering requirement. Additional T&Cs apply. Please bet responsibly.

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#AD New customers only, min deposit £20, wagering 40x, max bet £5 with bonus funds. 100% up to £99 bonus + 99 free spins on 1st deposit. No max cash out on deposit offers. Welcome bonus excluded for players depositing with Skrill or Neteller. Full T&Cs apply Full T&C's here. BeGambleAware.org

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New UK customers only, 18+. To qualify you must make a minimum deposit of £25 and wager a minimum £25 on slots in the promotional period and within 24 hours of Sign Up. The spins will expire in 7 days from date and time of issue. Winnings from bonus spins must be wagered 10 times on any slots before the winnings can be withdrawn. Full terms and Bonus terms apply.

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 #AD.Welcome bonus for a new players only | Maximum bonus is 100% up to $/€/£ 123 | Min deposit is $/€/£ 10 | No max cash out | Wagering is 50x bonus | Maximum bet while playing with a bonus is $/€/£ 5 | Eligibility is restricted for a suspected abuse | Skrill and Neteller deposits excluded | BeGambleAware.org

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New depositing players only. Min. deposit: £10. Max. bonus: £200 + 25 Bonus Spins on Book of Dead. Offer valid on the first deposit. No wagering is required on Bonus Spins. Wagering Required on Bonus Cash: 40x. The match-up bonus that requires a deposit must be wagered 40x.

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New players & 1st deposit only. Min deposit £10 with code WOW150. Deposit matched Games Bonus [“GB”] is 100% up to £150 + 25 Free Spins [“FS”]. FS must be claimed by 23:59 on day they are received and are valid for 3 days. FS valued at £0.10 per spin. FS can be used selected games only. Winnings from FS granted in Games Bonus [GB]. All GB funds must be wagered x35 before it can be cashed-out up to a value of £100. 18+. Full T&Cs apply.

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+18. #AD. New players only. Opt-in Required. Only for UK Players. Wager from real balance first. 50X wager the bonus. Contribution varies per game. selected games only. Wager calculated on bonus bets only. Bonus valid 30 Days from receipt/ free spins valid for 7 days from issue. Max conversion: 3x the bonus amount or free spins: $/€/£20. Excluded Skrill deposits. Withdrawal requests voids all active pending bonuses. Full Terms Apply. begambleaware.org

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18+, Begambleaware.org, Play Responsibly, #Ad Automatically credited upon deposit. Cancellation can be requested. First Deposit Only. Min. deposit: £10. Game: Rich Wilde and the Book of Dead, Spin Value: £1, Max Free Spins: 100. WR 60x free spin winnings amount (only Slots count) within 30 days. Max bet is 10% (min £0.10) of the free spin winnings amount or £5 (lowest amount applies). Spins must be used and/or Bonus must be claimed before using deposited funds. First Deposit/Welcome Bonus can only be claimed once every 72 hours across all Casinos. Bonus Policy applies.

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18+. New Players Only. Terms and Conditions Apply. Available only on Fire Joker game. Min. Deposit £10. Offer valid for 24 hrs. No wagering required. See full terms here. Min. Deposit: £10

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New customers & 18+ only. Min. deposit of £10. Qualifying real money bet of £10. Min odds greater than or equal to 1.5 required. E/W bets excluded. Offer credited within 48 hours. Additional T&Cs apply. Please gamble responsibly.

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18+, New customers only, register, deposit and stake £20 on Big Bass Bonanza within 7 days, and claim 100 Free spins on Big Bass Bonanza. Free spins expire 30 days after credited. Ends 31/12/24 at 23:59 GMT. Full T&Cs Apply. begambleaware.org.

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18+. First-time depositors • Min deposit £10 • Claim within 48 hours • Expires in 90 days • 30X wagering • Valid on selected slots • UK and Ireland only • Full T&Cs apply. • Withdrawal terms & T&Cs apply. www.begambleaware.org #ad

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Welcome Offer in 2 parts. 18+ | New Customer Only – Promo Code: BETZONE60 required | Sports– 50% back on net LOSSES over your first 3 calendar days | requires min 3 x£10 qualifying bets in same 3 days | Certain bet types excluded | Min return £1 free bet | Casino – Deposit and Wager £30 on selected Welcome slots | Free spins value 60 x 10p | T&Cs apply | Available until 23:59 on 31/01/25

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18+ new players only. Min deposit: £20. Max £100 bonus. Max bet with active bonus: £2. Wagering required 100% match bonus: 30x deposit + bonus. Max win from welcome bonus: £500. 100 Free Spins are given out 20 per day on Book of Dead for 5 days in a row. Max Free Spins winnings: £100. Free Spins winnings credited as bonus money with 45x wagering & 3 days expiry. Deposit bonus & Free Spins wins are forfeited 30 days after bonus is credited if the wagering is not met. Game weighting and restrictions apply. Play Responsibly www.begambleaware.org. Scroll down for bonus terms.
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#AD.Welcome bonus for a new players only | Maximum bonus is 100% up to $/€/£ 100 | Min deposit is €10 | No max cash out | Wagering is 40x bonus | Maximum bet while playing with a bonus is €5 | Eligibility is restricted for a suspected abuse | Skrill and Neteller. BeGambleAware.org

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New members only, must opt in. Min £10 deposit & wager. 30 day expiry from deposit. 18+. Free Spins: on Double Bubble. 1p coin size, max lines. Bingo: Advertised ticket value based on £1 tickets. Game availability & restrictions apply. ‡ Current Jackpots are across selected games.
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18+. New depositors only. UK residents only. Minimum deposit £10. Once the offer is claimed, players will receive 50 Free Spins (value £0.10 each, selected games, valid 7 days) and will have 30 days to release a bonus equivalent to the initial deposit up to £100 (35x wagering, selected games, valid 30 days) Certain deposit types are excluded. T&Cs apply.

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18+. New Players Only. Min Deposit £20. Max Bonus: £100. 100 Spins on 1st deposit. Spins Wins and Bonus Wagering Req. X35. Spins Expire after 24h. See Full Terms

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#ad. 18+. Gamble Responsibly. Begambleaware.org. 18+. New players only. min deposit £20. Max bonus £5. Winnings from spins capped at £50. 100 Zee Spins valid on Starburst (first 10 credited immediately upon first deposit; rest credited at 07:00 GMT at 10/days). Spins must be used by 23.59 GMT of the day on which they are credited to player account, any unused shall be removed. Bonus funds must be used within 30 days. Bonus funds are separate to cash funds, and subject to 35x wagering (bonus + cash). Full terms apply. BeGambleAware.org
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18+, WELCOME BONUS: NEW PLAYERS ONLY, 1ST DEPOSIT, MIN DEPOSIT: £10, MAX £80. WAGERING REQUIREMENTS APPLY 35X.

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18+. New players only. Min Dep £20. Max Bonus Bet £5. Offer: 100% of 1st deposit up to £250 + 100 Yoo Spins on Starburst, Book of Dead, Fire Joker, Gonzo's Quest, & Big Bass Bonanza respectively (first 20 credited on 1st deposit; rest credited at 07:00GMT at 20/day). Spins expire after 23:59GMT on day they’re credited. Winnings from each 20 spins capped at £50 & credited as bonus. Bonus funds expire after 30 days, are separate to Cash funds, & subject to 35x wagering of bonus + deposit amounts. Only bonus funds contribute to wagering requirements. Bonus funds can only be used on slots. Full Terms Apply. Play responsibly. BeGambleAware.org

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18+. New customers only. Spend £5, get £10 Slots Bonus (40x Wagering, selected games) + 50 Free Spins (Value £0.10 each, selected games). Claim & use within 7 days. Restrictions and T&Cs apply.

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18+. Only available to new players. Minimum £10 first deposit required. 20 Bonus Spins on Big Bass Splash. No Wagering Requirements. Winnings credited directly to cash balance. Neteller and Skrill deposits excluded. Expiry: bonus spins expire 2 days after deposit. Further terms apply.

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18+. New customers only. Spend £10, get £20 Bonus (40x wagering, selected games) + 30 Free Spins (value £0.10 each, selected games). Bonus and Free Spins valid for 7 days. Restrictions and T&Cs apply.

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18+. Only available to new players. Minimum £10 first deposit required. 20 Bonus Spins on Big Bass Splash. No Wagering Requirements. Winnings credited directly to cash balance. Neteller and Skrill deposits excluded. Expiry: bonus spins expire 2 days after deposit. Further terms apply.

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18+. New UK/IE customers only. Sign up via a recognised affiliate partner using promo code 'STARSPINS'. Deposit and wager a minimum of £20 on slots to receive 50 free spins on Big Bass Splash, credited by 12pm GMT the following day. 10 x wagering before winnings can be withdrawn.

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#AD. New players only, min deposit £10, wagering 45x, max bet £5 with bonus funds, 100% up to £100 bonus on 1st deposit. No max cash out on deposit offers. Welcome bonus excluded for players depositing with Skrill or Neteller. Full T&C’s apply. BeGambleAware.org

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New customers only. You must opt in (on registration form) & deposit £20+ to qualify. Offer valid 7 days from registration. Debit card deposits only. Welcome Bonus: 100% match bonus up to £100 on 1st deposit. 50x wagering applies (as do weighting requirements). Free Spins: Awarded on Big Bass Bonanza once you have staked £20. Spin value = 20p. No wagering requirements on free spin winnings. Full Terms

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Terms and conditions apply. New players only. 18+. Min deposit £20. Spins available for: Book of Dead. Wagering requirement apply 35x. Offer valid for 24h.

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18+ new players only. Maximum £50 bonus. Minimum deposit: £20. Deposit Bonus wins are capped at £500. Max bet with active bonus: £2. Wagering requirement 100% match deposit bonus: 30 times sum of deposit + bonus. Winnings from Free Spins are credited as Real Money without wagering requirement. Some games may not be played with an active bonus. Games may contribute differently when wagering a bonus. Deposit Bonus expires after 30 days if wagering requirement has not been met. Free Spins expire after 3 days. One bonus allowed per person, address, device, IP. www.begambleaware.org
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New bettors; Use code CASINO; Wager bonus 50x to release bonus winnings; Valid 30 days; Stake contribution, games and payment method exclusions apply; T&C apply; 18+

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18+ | Play responsibly | www.begambleaware.org | User Agreement & Bonus T&Cs apply
1st deposit only | min deposit £10 | max bet £2 | max bonus £100 | max cashout x3 the bonus | max cashout from spin winnings £100 | x40 wagering on bonus and bonus spin winnings | 30-day bonus expiry | 24-hour bonus spins expiry | bonus is valid for selected games only

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Sig.T&C's: New Players Only 18+. Minimum Deposit: £10. Maximum Offer: 120 Spins & 100% Bonus up to £50 on Starburst. Spins expire after 5 days. Bonus & Spins winnings must be wagered 35x before withdrawal. Spins expire after 5 days. Promo Code: 120SPINS. Withdrawal & full T&Cs apply. Valid until 31/12/2023. www.begambleaware.org. View Full T&Cs View Full T&Cs

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Full T&C’s apply. Applies only to new depositing players. 18+. Minimum deposit for 1st deposit bonus: £10. Welcome Package split over 3 deposits. Minimum deposit for 2nd & 3rd deposit bonus: £20. 35x Wagering requirement applies to match up bonus. 100 spins splits to 20 spins a day for 5 days. Spins credited in specific games. Spins expire after 24 hours. 50x Wagering requirement applies to spins. Terms and Conditions apply.

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BeGambleAware.org New players, £10+ deposit, no e-wallets/prepaid cards, up to 500 Free Spins, 40x wagering on Free Spins winnings, £5 max bonus stake. Terms apply

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18+. New players only. 100% bonus on first deposit up to £50 & 100 bonus spins (50 spins on day 1, 25 on day 2, 25 on day 3) for Big Bass Splash slot only. Min first deposit of £20. Max bonus £50. Max bonus bet £5. Max bonus cash-out £250. 40x wagering requirements. Bonus expiry 30 days. Bonus spins expire after 48 hours. Game restrictions apply. Full Terms Apply. Gamble responsibly.www.begambleaware.org

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Terms and conditions apply. Terms and Conditions apply. New players only.18+.Min deposit £20. 40x wagering applies to match up bonus . Offer valid for 1 week. 50 Spins on Starburst. 40x wagering applies to Spins .See full terms here.
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#ad. 18+. Gamble Responsibly. Begambleaware.org. 18+. New players only. Min deposit £20.  bonus 100% up to £25 on 1st deposit. 50 spins on specific game only on 2nd deposit. 35x wagering applies, within 21 days. Max wins from spins £100. Spins expire after 24 hours. Full T&Cs apply.

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New members only, must opt in. Min £10 deposit & wager. 30 day expiry from deposit.18+. Free Spins: on MONOPOLY Paradise Mansion. 1p coin size, max lines. Bingo: Advertised ticket value based on £1 tickets. Game availability & restrictions apply.
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Applies only to new depositing players. 18+. Minimum deposit: £10. 35x Wagering requirement applies to match up bonus. Spins credited in specific games. Spins expire after 24 hours. Wagering requirement applies to spins. Terms and Conditions apply.
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18+. New players only. 300% bonus on first deposit up to £20 (Max £60 bonus). Free spins on Big Bass Splash 1p coin size. 4x wagering bingo. 40x wagering slots. Max cash out £250. Bonus expiry is 30 days. Bonus spins expiry 2 days. Game restrictions apply. Further terms apply.

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New depositing players only. Min.1st deposit £10. Min. 2nd and 3rd deposits £20. Max. bonus varies per deposit (see below). Bonuses are issued as follows: *first deposit is 50% bonus up to £50 + 20 Spins on Starburst; *second one is 50 % Bonus up to £75 + 40 on Book of Dead; *third deposit brings 50 % Bonus up to £75 + 40 on Legacy of Dead. Bonuses that require deposit, have to be wagered 35x. This offer is available to players residing in United Kingdom only.
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New players only 18+. Min deposit: £10. Max offer: 70 Spins (on Big Bass Bonanza). Spins winnings do not carry wagering requirements and can be withdrawn. 10 Spins added to your account every day for 7 days. Spins expire after 24 hours after being awarded. Spins are valued at 10p per spin. Withdrawal & full T&Cs apply. Valid until further notice. www.begambleaware.org.

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Applies only to new depositing players. 18+. Min. deposit £10 Max bonus: £200, Min wagering 35x, Spins expire in 24hr. offer is available to players residing in United Kingdom only. begambleaware.org.

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New players only. 18+. Min deposit £20. 40x wagering applies to match up bonus. Offer valid for 24 hours. 25 Spins on Starburst - 40x wagering applies to Spins.

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This promotion is for new customers only. Customers must be 18+. Customers must be residents of the UK/IE.
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New Players Only. Wagering occurs from real balance first. 50X wagering the bonus. Contribution may vary per game. Available on selected games only. The wagering requirement is calculated on bonus bets only. Bonus valid 30 Days from receipt. Max conversion: 3 times the bonus amount. Withdrawal requests void all active/pending bonuses. Excluded Skrill and Neteller deposits. Full Terms Apply.

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T&Cs & exclusions apply. New players deposit £10+. Cash & wagering conditions vary. Max reward £150. 7 days to claim + further 7 days to wager 35x. 50 FS 10p each awarded on Big Bass Splash after wagering, 3 day expiry.

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18+ New Players.Min deposit £10.Wagering requirement apply 35x.Offer valid for 72 hours.100 spins includes 3 deposit. T&Cs Apply
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New players only, £10 min fund, £8 max win per 10 spins, max bonus conversion equal to lifetime deposits (up to £250) to real funds, 65x wagering requirements and full T&Cs apply here
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New members only, must opt in. Min £10 deposit & wager. 30 day expiry from deposit.18+. Free Spins: on Rainbow Riches. 1p coin size, max lines. Bingo: Advertised ticket value based on £1 tickets. Game availability & restrictions apply.**£10 lifetime deposit for Daily Free Game.
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New customer only, deposit and stake 220 to £200 and more in Fafabet Casino Get a Casino bonus £20 up to £200! Winnings are capped at 250,There is a 35x wagering requirement and 7-day expiry date. UK18+ T&C's Apply.

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New members only, must opt in. Min £10 deposit & wager. 30 day expiry from deposit. 18+. Free Spins: on Double Bubble. 1p coin size, max lines. Bingo: Advertised ticket value based on £1 tickets. Game availability & restrictions apply. ‡ Current Jackpots are across selected games.

Top Software Providers For UK Casinos

Over the years, certain software developers have proven themselves to be a cut above the rest. These developers consistently create top-quality games enjoyed by millions of users around the world and are commonly found in the best UK casino sites.

While there are dozens of good developers out there, we want you to experience the best. That’s why our experts have created a list of the top seven software providers for UK casinos, along with more information about each one.

NetEnt

The first software provider picked by our experts is one that many players will be familiar with - NetEnt. This company was founded in Sweden in 1996, developing its first online casino game in the year 2000. Since then, the company has gone from strength to strength and has established itself as one of the premier slots and table games developers in the world.

NetEnt is best known for its range of engaging slot games, such as Starburst and Lost Relics. These games are extremely popular thanks to their range of engaging game mechanics, including Cluster Pays and Avalanche Reels. NetEnt has also created a variety of table games and live dealer games, each with stunning visual designs - a hallmark of all NetEnt games.

The company has won multiple awards in its 25+ year history, including Mobile Supplier of the Year and Digital Gaming Innovation of the Year.

Playtech

Playtech launched in 1999 and provides a variety of different software for online casinos, including online bingo games, instant win games, mobile gaming, online sports betting, and live dealer games. The company is best known for its Age of the Gods series; what started out as a single slot game has grown into a collection of engaging games that even enter the realm of table games such as roulette.

Recently, Playtech launched its flagship live dealer platform Grand Royale. The platform offers a variety of live casino games including blackjack and roulette, and offers a high-end experience fit for a VIP. Thanks to its willingness to innovate, Playtech has won a number of awards throughout the years, including Slot Provider of the Year and Bingo Network of the Year.

Pragmatic Play

Online casino games are a global phenomenon, and no company exemplifies that better than Pragmatic Play. They’re licensed to operate in more than 40 jurisdictions and offer games in 33 languages, allowing players from all over the world to enjoy their exciting range of games.

One of the commonly found features of Pragmatic Play games is the Daily Drops & Wins prizes that reward players with cash prizes for playing their favourite games. With dozens of popular titles, including Gates of Olympus, Sweet Bonanza, Wolf Gold, and The Dog House just to name a few, it’s no wonder Pragmatic Play is such a popular game developer.

Having only launched in 2015, Pragmatic Play has received multiple gaming awards, including Best Slot Game and iGaming Supplier of the Year.

Eyecon

Eyecon’s aim as a company is to create games that are both visually stunning while being engaging to play. The company launched in 2016 and has since amassed more than 90 games in its portfolio, including a selection of bingo slots that they say are the best on the market.

Popular games such as Fluffy Favourites, Stampede, and Sugar Train have catapulted Eyecon to the top of the iGaming industry as they deliver on their promise to produce games that are both appealing to look at and to play. Their Jackpot Joy network offers progressive jackpots across multiple slots, providing players with huge prizes every day.

Play’n Go

With more than 300 top-quality casino games and licenses to operate in more than 25 jurisdictions, it’s no wonder that Play’n Go is a staple of top casinos around the world. The company has won multiple awards in its nearly 20-year tenure, including Slots Provider of the Year, Game of the Year, and Mobile Supplier of the Year.

The company is best known for its portfolio of online slot games, featuring popular titles such as Book of Dead (and other Wilde series slots), Moon Princess, and Rise of Olympus. Play’n Go is always innovating and creating exciting gameplay features, such as Cascading Reels and Grid Slots.

Play’n Go focuses a lot of attention on mobile players, developing all their games with mobile play in mind. As a result of this, Play’n Go games are some of the best-optimised mobile games on the market, providing top-notch gameplay on all mobile devices.

Red Tiger

Red Tiger was founded in 2014 by a group of casino veterans who thought they could use their experience to create top-quality casino games. Given the popularity of their gaming library, our experts believe they’ve done exactly that! Since their launch, Red Tiger has won multiple gaming awards, including Mobile Gaming Supplier of the Year, Slot Supplier of the Year, and Mobile Gaming Supplier of the Year.

Despite offering a range of games, Red Tiger is best known for its jackpot slots. These games offer Daily Jackpots with huge prizes available every day, as well as “Must Drop” Jackpots that are guaranteed to pay out by a certain time every day. Popular Red Tiger Gaming titles include Hammer Gods, Gonzo’s Quest Megaways, and Dragon’s Luck Deluxe.

Microgaming

Rounding off our list of the best casino software providers is Microgaming. Microgaming launched in 1994 and has over 30 years of experience in the gaming industry. During that time they have won multiple awards, including the Platform of the Year Award and Software Supplier of the Year, and have become known as one of the top slots developers in the industry.

Their software platforms are used by millions of people every day, taking over 210 million bets per day in over 70 different currencies. Microgaming is perhaps best known for its slot games, having developed some of the most popular games of the last 20 years. Examples of these popular games include Immortal Romance and Mega Moolah. The latter of these two slot games is known throughout the gambling world for creating the biggest online jackpots in casino history, regularly breaking records and making people millionaires.

Comparison Table

DeveloperAverage RTPPrimary FocusFlagship GameAwards
NetEnt96%-98%Slots, Live Dealer GamesStarburstMobile Supplier of the Year - EGR Italy 2020
Playtech95%-97%Slots, Live Dealer GamesAge of the GodsSlot Provider of the Year - EGR B2B Awards 2023
Pragmatic Play96%-97%Slots, Live Dealer GamesGates of OlympusiGaming Supplier of the Year - Gaming Intelligence Awards Latin America 2021
Eyecon95%-97%Slots, BingoFluffy FavouritesBest Online Slot Game - WhichBingo Awards 2018
Play’n Go94%-97%Slots, Table GamesBook of DeadBest-In-Class - ICE Conference London 2024
Red Tiger95%-97%Jackpot SlotsGonzo’s Quest MegawaysCasino Product of the Year - 2021 Global Gaming Awards
Microgaming95%-97%Slots, Live Dealer GamesImmortal RomancePlatform of the Year Award - EGR B2B 2020
NetEnt
Average RTP
96%-98%
Primary Focus
Slots, Live Dealer Games
Flagship Game
Starburst
Awards
Mobile Supplier of the Year - EGR Italy 2020
Playtech
Average RTP
95%-97%
Primary Focus
Slots, Live Dealer Games
Flagship Game
Age of the Gods
Awards
Slot Provider of the Year - EGR B2B Awards 2023
Pragmatic Play
Average RTP
96%-97%
Primary Focus
Slots, Live Dealer Games
Flagship Game
Gates of Olympus
Awards
iGaming Supplier of the Year - Gaming Intelligence Awards Latin America 2021
Eyecon
Average RTP
95%-97%
Primary Focus
Slots, Bingo
Flagship Game
Fluffy Favourites
Awards
Best Online Slot Game - WhichBingo Awards 2018
Play’n Go
Average RTP
94%-97%
Primary Focus
Slots, Table Games
Flagship Game
Book of Dead
Awards
Best-In-Class - ICE Conference London 2024
Red Tiger
Average RTP
95%-97%
Primary Focus
Jackpot Slots
Flagship Game
Gonzo’s Quest Megaways
Awards
Casino Product of the Year - 2021 Global Gaming Awards
Microgaming
Average RTP
95%-97%
Primary Focus
Slots, Live Dealer Games
Flagship Game
Immortal Romance
Awards
Platform of the Year Award - EGR B2B 2020

Types of Casino Software

Casino software development is a broad market and can range from specific games to the entire casino platform. However, many people use the term “casino software” to mean multiple different things, making it difficult for the average user to understand its true meaning.

To help you cut through the noise, we’ve explained the most commonly found types of online casino software, along with the pros and cons of each.

Downloadable Software

Downloadable casino software needs to be downloaded and installed before a player can enjoy their favourite online casino games. Due to the requirements necessary to run downloadable software, these platforms typically offer a better gaming experience with improved graphics and reduced lag.

However, this type of casino software is becoming increasingly uncommon as casinos move away from the need to download software to play.

Pros
Cons
  • Improved gaming experience
  • Secure platform
  • Full range of casino games
  • Requires installation and updates

Instant Play Software

More commonly known as browser software, instant play software allows players to start playing without any downloads or installation. A player can simply browse the casino’s website from their web browser, log in, and immediately start playing the full suite of online casino games.

These sites are becoming more popular as time goes on, as they give players instant access to their favourite casino games from any device, without needing to wait for long installation times.

Pros
Cons
  • Secure
  • Instant access to casino gaming
  • Can play from any device
  • May offer reduced performance

Mobile Apps

Some UK mobile casinos offer dedicated mobile gaming apps that allow players to enjoy their casino games while on the move. Players must download and install these apps onto their mobile devices and then log in to start playing.

These apps are often the best way to play casino games from your mobile device due to the increased performance they offer. These apps are often better optimised for mobile devices, particularly when compared to some mobile casino websites, further enhancing the gaming experience.

Pros
Cons
  • Can play from anywhere
  • Improved performance
  • Better optimised for smaller screens
  • Requires updates and installation

Live Casino Software

Live dealer games offer players an immersive casino gaming experience without needing to leave their homes. These games use real casino dealers and real casino equipment and live stream the game in real time, creating an unmatched user experience.

Live casino software takes the HD video feed and integrates it into their gaming platform. What happens on the live stream is translated onto the screen, allowing players to seamlessly place their bets and keep up with the action.

Many players prefer to play live casino games due to the level of transparency they offer; players can see how the cards are being dealt, and the result is not left up to an RNG. Players also enjoy the wide variety of games on offer, as they can enjoy classic casino games as well as modern games in the live dealer format.

Pros
Cons
  • Immersive gaming experience
  • Variety of games on offer
  • Transparent results
  • Slower-paced than other games

Tables Games Software

This type of casino software is the foundation for virtual table games such as online blackjack, online baccarat, and online roulette. These table games are some of the most popular games in the casino, so it’s important that the software powering them is top-quality.

Some software developers add unique themes to their games in an effort to stand out, whereas others focus on improving performance. There is a wide variety of different table games on the market, providing players with plenty of choice while browsing the top UK casino sites.

Pros
Cons
  • Fast-paced gameplay
  • Interesting designs
  • High levels of performance
  • Limited diversity

Jackpot Game Software

Jackpot casino games offer a dedicated prize to lucky players who are able to trigger a specific in-game occurrence. Typically, jackpot games are a type of online slot, but some casinos offer jackpot table games that are triggered when a player is dealt certain cards or makes a certain hand.

The jackpot game software must be able to recognise these triggers and pay out the jackpots accordingly. Progressive jackpot games must also be able to track the current value of each jackpot on offer and add the correct amount to the total prize after each bet.

Jackpot games are popular amongst casino players due to the large payouts on offer, creating an excitement that traditional casino games cannot match.

Pros
Cons
  • Large payouts
  • Increased excitement
  • Engaging gameplay
  • High variance

How We Rate the Top Casino Software Developers

We at Casino.com want to make sure that our readers get the best gaming experience possible. That’s why we set our team of experts to the task of finding the top casino game software developers currently creating games for UK casinos.

To help them find the very best developers, we created a pre-approved list of factors that should be considered when conducting their evaluation. To give you an insight into how we pick the best gambling software developers, we’ve shared our list of important factors below.

  • Game Quality & Variety - We don’t just look for one-hit wonders at Casino.com, we look through each developer’s entire portfolio to try and find a range of high-quality casino games from the best online slots UK to the top table games.
  • Graphics - The online casino world has developed a lot over the past 20 years, particularly in the area of graphics. Even simple games from the best developers now offer cutting-edge graphics that make the games a joy to play.
  • Fairness & Security - You need to know that every game you play offers fair payouts and is trustworthy. That’s why our team does a deep dive on each developer to ensure their games are 100% fair and trustworthy.
  • Device Compatibility - To allow as many of our readers to play as possible, we rate each developer on the number of devices that are compatible with their games.
  • User Experience - No one wants to play a game with a confusing layout or hard-to-read text, so we play each game to get a first-hand taste of the user experience. Only developers that offer a positive user experience make it onto our list of recommendations
  • Innovation & Features - If you’re standing still in the casino industry, you’re going backwards. Players want exciting features and innovation, so we evaluate whether or not each developer we review is bringing something new to the table.
  • Licensing & Regulation - We at Casino.com check to ensure that all developers we recommend are fully licensed and regulated by a respected gambling authority, such as the MGA or UKGC. This ensures that every game they offer is fair and pays out at the advertised rates.
  • Reputation & Awards - We know that our readers only want to play games from the very best developers, and the best way to find the top developers is by looking at the consistent award winners. Each of the developers we recommend has won multiple awards in the iGaming field, displaying their high level of competency across multiple fields of software development.
  • Customer Support - When playing for real money, you need to know that if something goes wrong, you’ll have a quality support team behind you. We evaluate the support team of each software provider to ensure that you’ll get all the necessary help to resolve your issue.
  • Integration & Compatibility - Creating quality software is only one part of the puzzle, the truly great casino software companies seamlessly integrate their product into the casino’s platform across multiple devices, allowing for a smooth user experience. 

Innovation and Trends in Casino Software

The online casino industry is all about innovation, new features, and new ideas, so it’s no surprise that the best developers are constantly pushing the boundaries to find the next big thing. After companies started developing casino software, the big push was to improve the graphics and performance to offer as smooth a playing experience as possible. Now that we’ve reached the limit of these features, companies have started to expand their search for the features that will set their company apart from the competition.

We’ve already seen the first iteration of this with the advent of live casino games. These games use real dealers and casino equipment to mimic the experience of being in a real casino. Live dealer games proved extremely popular, and are now an important part of almost all casino sites in the UK.

In the coming years, we can expect even more innovation from some of the industry’s top online casino software companies, with two products leading the way: VR and blockchain technology.

Virtual Reality casino games offer the next level of immersion; you don’t just play your favourite casino games, you get to be in your favourite casino games, picking up the cards and placing the chips. These VR games promise to give as close to a real-life casino experience as humanly possible without having to leave your house.

Blockchain technology offers the next step in trustworthy, provably fair gameplay. These games will record every transaction through the blockchain, allowing users to look back at the results and calculate the average payouts. No longer will results be hidden away from players, they’ll have an immutable record of every casino game result available at their fingertips, providing ultimate transparency.

Licensing & Regulation

At Casino.com, we believe that it’s extremely important that all game developers and online casinos are fully licensed and regulated by a governing body such as the UK Gambling Commission. This ensures that all games offered by a developer are fair and can be trusted to pay out at the advertised rates.

Without regulation, there is no way for players to identify the reputable software developers from the rogue ones. While we believe that the software developers we recommend are upstanding enough to be honest without the need for regulation, there are some developers who would use the lack of regulation as an opportunity to fleece their customers.

For example, when playing an online slot game, there is no way for the player to know if the slot pays out at its advertised rate. The variance in these games is so large that it would take thousands of spins for a player to make a conservative estimate on the actual payout rate, and by then the likelihood is that the player will have lost their bankroll.

Having this regulation in place means that software developers are held to a higher standard and must prove that their games will pay out as advertised in the long run. They must also show that their RNGs are fair and cannot be manipulated, giving players complete peace of mind while they enjoy their games.

How To Choose a UK Casino Based on Software Providers

Now that you know a little more about the best software providers and what makes them so good, you can use that information when picking your next casino. In fact, many UK players choose their casino based on the quality of software providers on offer, as this ensures they will have a quality gaming experience.

So, the next time you’re looking for a new online casino, consider the following tips.

  • Look for quality providers - If the quality of your gaming experience is important to you, you should look for casinos offering games from the best casino software developers. If you find a casino that hosts multiple game developers from our list of recommendations, you know you’ve found a good place to play.
  • Examine the variety of developers - While having one or two top-tier game developers on a site is nice, you may find that their games get a bit samey after a while. That’s why it’s important to look for variety; the more variety there is on offer, the easier it becomes to find new and interesting games.
  • Check RTP rates and volatility - Another important aspect to consider is the average RTP rate and volatility level of a game provider. The higher the RTP rate, the more likely you are to see a return while you play. Many players look for high RTP real money casinos to give themselves the best chance of maximising their casino deposit.

Conclusion

Casino software providers are a vital part of the online casino industry; they’re the nuts and bolts behind your favourite games, including online slots, table games, and live casino games. The best software developers offer a range of features, including top-notch graphics, an enjoyable user experience, and a fair gaming platform.

Having good software developers is important for any online casino, and should be a part of your decision-making process when picking a new site alongside online casino bonuses and banking options. So, the next time you’re choosing a new online casino, think back to our list of the best casino software providers!

Casino Software Providers FAQ

A casino software provider is a company that develops software for online casino companies. The software can range from the casino’s entire gaming platform to individual casino games.

Software developers who are fully licensed and regulated by a respected gambling authority create safe and fair games for you to enjoy. These companies must follow strict regulations when creating casino games, ensuring that they are fair and pay out at their advertised rates.

Casino gaming companies create a variety of different casino games. These games include online slot games, jackpot games, table games, live dealer games, and more.

A gambling software company ensures their games are fair by using a random number generator. The RNG is used to determine the outcome with no human involvement whatsoever. Casino game developers must prove that their RNG is fair to receive a license from a gambling authority.

Many of the top casino software companies offer games designed to run on mobile devices. These games work seamlessly across multiple brands of mobile devices, allowing for smooth, high-performance gameplay.

There are so many fantastic casino software companies that it’s hard to pick just one as the best of the bunch. After evaluating dozens of options, our experts have listed their top developers, featuring companies such as NetEnt, Pragmatic Play, and Play’n Go.