iGaming Supplier / Casino Software Developer

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  Shacks Evolution Studios

  Lagos, Nigeria

  Shacks Evolution Studios is an African-led iGaming content provider headquartered in Lagos, Nigeria. Founded in 2021, the company develops instant games and casino solutions tailored specifically for the African market and beyond. Positioned as “Africa’s first iGaming studio,” its mission combines local cultural relevance with global technical standards, emphasizing integrity, uniqueness, and profitability. The studio’s product portfolio includes original titles such as Matatu, Busly, Penaldo, and Spin the Bottle – lightweight, mobile-optimised instant games designed to perform reliably on low-end devices and under varying network conditions. Shacks Evolution also offers custom development, white-label integration, and cross-platform solutions covering online, mobile, and retail betting environments. Since launch, the company has secured strategic partnerships with major African operators including Bet9ja, Moja Group, and Jelly, as well as platform providers like Atlaslive and BetStarters. Its games are hosted on Azure and AWS cloud infrastructure, with independent verification for fairness and uptime guarantees of 99%. Led by founder and CEO Ayofemi Panshack Akinlaja, the team of 11–50 employees operates from its Lagos headquarters. Shacks Evolution Studios continues to scale its presence across Africa and international markets, delivering locally relevant content that competes with global iGaming providers.

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  Black Lagoon Games

  Stockholm, Sweden

  Black Lagoon Games is a privately held iGaming studio headquartered in Stockholm, Sweden, founded in 2024. The company positions itself as a 'New Age Casino Games Studio' that moves beyond developing single slot titles to creating entire 'game families' – interconnected ecosystems of themed games designed to boost player engagement, retention, and operational simplicity for operators, aggregators, and platform providers. With a core focus on emerging markets such as Africa, Latin America, and the CIS region, Black Lagoon Games claims deep localisation expertise in game mathematics, network optimisation, and betting habits. Its product lineup includes innovative categories such as Spinners, Masters of Luck, and Monster Mega Hit, alongside backend tools like Special Fire Jackpots and Universal Bet Sizes. The company's team is small, but it has already secured integrations with major platforms such as BlueOcean Gaming's GameHub and announced a partnership with the African operator betPawa. Co-founder Jan Ridenfeldt serves as Chief Commercial Officer.

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  Banana Whale Studios Pte Ltd

  10 Anson Road, Singapore 079903

  Banana Whale Studios Pte Ltd is a Singapore‑based iGaming supplier that develops and licenses certified casino software for the global B2B gaming market. Founded in 2016 and incorporated as a private limited company on 26 March 2017, the company focuses on creating interactive gaming products and next‑generation casino solutions. Its founding team brought together over 30 years of cross‑disciplinary experience in game development and software engineering. Headquartered at 10 Anson Road, Singapore, the company operates as a mid‑sized studio with an estimated 11–50 employees. Banana Whale Studios’ core offering comprises certified casino software – including slot games, table games, and platform components – delivered to operators and aggregators worldwide. The company’s products are designed to meet regulatory standards in multiple jurisdictions, enabling clients to deploy content quickly and reliably. In May 2018, Banana Whale Studios was acquired by One Horizon Group (OHGI), a publicly traded technology holding company. The acquisition reinforced OHGI’s strategy to expand into the gaming technology sector and provided Banana Whale Studios with additional resources for product development and market reach. Despite the acquisition, the studio continues to operate under its own brand and management, maintaining its focus on innovation in the casino software space. Banana Whale Studios serves as a reliable B2B partner for online casinos, sportsbooks, and gaming platforms, offering turnkey software solutions that combine engaging gameplay with certified compliance.