QTech Boosts Platform with Dragon Gaming Content for Emerging Markets

QTech, a leading game aggregator for all emerging markets, has announced a new partnership with Dragon Gaming. This collaboration will give QTech's platform clients access to an expanded portfolio of games, including video slots, skill games, table games, and crash games. The partnership strengthens QTech's offering, which already provides a wide range of titles for various international regions. QTech's platform is known for integrating both established developers and exciting up-and-coming studios.

Dragon Gaming, based in Manila, is an emerging force focusing on developing modern games. The company utilizes advanced technologies to create engaging games. Dragon Gaming draws on 20 years of experience in game testing and development. This expertise is reflected in their diverse portfolio, designed for a global audience.

Numbers and facts

Dragon Gaming offers its games in over 25 languages and supports more than 25 currencies, including cryptocurrencies. This highlights the studio's global orientation. Recent releases now available via QTech include titles like “Golden Joker Coins” and “Ultimate Soccer Shootout.” The latter was developed to coincide with the World Cup and focuses on penalty shootouts. Other popular games in their portfolio include “Ginger George,” “3 Golden Nuggets,” and “Touchdown Blitz,” which was recently nominated for “Crash Game of The Year.” All Dragon Gaming titles are optimized for mobile devices, aligning with QTech's strategy.

Philip Doftvik, CEO of QTech, expressed his satisfaction with the new partnership. He emphasized the importance of content tailored to local needs. > “We will continue to add fresh content to our offering, prioritizing suppliers who provide unique, localized content - and Dragon Gaming’s eclectic range of skill, table and crash games fits the bill perfectly. Their content brings a new level of energy and engagement for the modern player which we’re thrilled to share across our growing network.” - Philip Doftvik, CEO at QTech

Emanuel Arauz, Commercial Director of the Americas at Dragon Gaming, highlighted his company's innovative drive. > “Dragon Gaming’s remit has always been to fashion innovative, thrilling, and premium quality games that connect with the next generation of players. We find localized solutions and challenge standard gamification practices, enhancing player lifetime value while providing an extensive array of games.” - Emanuel Arauz, Commercial Director of the Americas at Dragon Gaming

Background

The integration of Dragon Gaming titles significantly strengthens QTech's aggregation platform. QTech places great importance on offering its customers a wide selection of games that meet the diverse preferences in various emerging markets. The mobile optimization of games is a central aspect, as many players in these markets primarily access online gambling via mobile devices. By collaborating with specialized providers like Dragon Gaming, QTech can specifically expand its portfolio and respond to the specific requirements of players. The strategic decision to prioritize localized content is likely to help QTech further expand its market position in emerging regions. Providing games in numerous languages and currencies greatly facilitates access for an international audience.

Why it matters for German players

For German players who exclusively play in GGL-licensed casinos, this news has no direct impact. Casino aggregators like QTech focus heavily on so-called emerging markets, which often have different regulatory standards than the strictly regulated German market. The types of games offered by Dragon Gaming, such as skill games or crash games, are not always compatible with the provisions of the German Interstate Treaty on Gambling 2021 (GlüStV 2021). In Germany, the requirements for online gambling providers are very specific. These include adhering to the 1 Euro per spin betting limit for online slots and a monthly deposit limit of 1,000 Euros, which is monitored via the LUGAS system.

What it means for GGL-licensed casinos

GGL-licensed casinos are subject to the strict regulations of the Joint Gambling Authority of the Federal States (GGL). They are obliged to offer only games that comply with the GlüStV 2021. This means that games not explicitly approved and certified for the German market may not be offered. Dragon Gaming's content, often tailored to a broader international audience and supporting cryptocurrencies, is currently not intended for the German market. Operators with a German license must ensure their game offerings are compliant, which often requires adjustments to game mechanics and bonus structures. Therefore, German players are unlikely to find these specific Dragon Gaming titles in GGL-regulated online casinos.