US debut of live game show Crazy Time, brought by Evolution Gaming
In a strategic move to expand its footprint in the US market, Evolution Gaming, a leading provider of live casino solutions, has secured an exclusive partnership with PokerStars, making it the sole live casino provider for the major operator. This deal grants PokerStars players in states like New Jersey, Michigan, and Pennsylvania access to Evolution's full portfolio of live dealer game shows, including the popular Crazy Time, Monopoly Live, and more.
The partnership aligns with the broader trend of legalization and regulation of online gaming in North America, positioning Evolution to capitalize on growing demand for live casino content. Moreover, Evolution is innovating within live game shows by launching new fast-paced formats like Ice Fishing to appeal to evolving player preferences for more instant, engaging gameplay.
As part of this comprehensive approach, Evolution Gaming is offering its live game shows in multiple states, diversifying its product offerings to attract different player segments, and adapting to trends by emphasizing faster gameplay formats. The company's strategy leverages ongoing online gaming legalization and PokerStars’ renewed focus on live events, including the North American Poker Tour.
The live game show Crazy Time, one of Evolution's flagship offerings, has already been released in the US state of New Jersey. The game, hosted by a live presenter in a studio, consists of a wheel of fortune supplemented by a slot. Bets in Crazy Time can range from 1 € to 10,000 € per round, and the maximum win is 500,000 €. The game offers a total of four bonus rounds: Crazy Time Coinflip, Crazy Time Cashhunt, Crazy Time Pachinko, and Crazy Time Bonus.
The Crazy Time wheel of fortune has 54 numbers, divided into fields of one, two, five, and ten. The payout ratio of Crazy Time is up to 96.08%, and operators and players worldwide have praised the high production value, entertainment, depth of engagement, and fun factor of the game.
However, Crazy Time is not available for players in Germany due to the regulations of the German gambling treaty, which forbids the offering of live casino games and live game shows. Jacob Claesson, CEO of Evolution Gaming for North America, considers the release of Crazy Time in the US as a significant milestone for the US online gambling market.
Evolution Gaming has already published other live casino games in the US, such as Coin Flip and Super Sic Bo, and plans to offer Crazy Time in more US states in the future. Players can place bets on these fields in Crazy Time, and the RTP value depends on the respective bet placed in the game.
Evolution Gaming is optimistic that Crazy Time will contribute to the development and sustainable growth of gambling activities in North America. The company's strategic approach combines strategic partnerships, regulatory market engagement, diverse product offerings, and innovation tailored to US player trends, setting the stage for a promising future in the US market.
- Online casinos in Germany do not offer Evolution Gaming's live casino games and game shows, such as Crazy Time, due to the strict regulations of the German gambling treaty.
- In the US market, Evolution Gaming is not only releasing popular casino-and-gambling games like Crazy Time but also innovating with new formats like Ice Fishing, to cater to the evolving preferences of players.
- Despite the ban on live casino games in Germany, Evolution Gaming has successfully entered the US market, securing an exclusive partnership with PokerStars to provide its casino-games to players in states like New Jersey, Michigan, and Pennsylvania.
- The casino-culture in the US is seeing a surge in popularity, with trends leaning towards live casino content and faster gameplay formats, as exemplified by Evolution Gaming's offering of games like Crazy Time and Coin Flip.
- Responsible-gambling initiatives are crucial in the casino-and-gambling industry, and Evolution Gaming is committed to promoting responsible gambling practices, ensuring that players enjoy their casino-games in a safe and secure environment.
