CQ9 Gaming
- Founded
- 2016-01-01 in Taipei, Taiwan
- Headquarters
- Taipei, Taiwan
CQ9 Gaming is a Taiwan-based iGaming software provider founded in 2016 in Taipei. The company specialises in developing HTML5-powered casino games, building a portfolio of over 100 titles that includes video slots, multiplayer fishing games, arcade-style games, and table games. CQ9 Gaming has established a strong presence in the Asian market, where its culturally themed slots, progressive jackpot series (Dragon Jackpot), and innovative multiplayer fishing games have gained a loyal player base. All games are certified by Gaming Laboratories International (GLI) and operate under a Curacao eGaming licence. The company’s technology is built entirely on HTML5, ensuring seamless cross-platform performance across desktop, tablet, and mobile devices without the need for dedicated apps. CQ9 Gaming employs a team of around 100 IT engineers, multimedia artists, and operations specialists. While its initial focus was on Asia, the provider has been actively expanding into European and American markets through API integrations and partnerships with aggregators such as QTech Games and EyeMotion. The company continues to develop new content, including live casino products, and is pursuing additional licences to support its global ambitions. CQ9 Gaming is led by CEO Eden Huang.
Detailed Review
History
CQ9 Gaming was launched in Taipei in 2016. In 2017 it released its first slot games based on HTML5 technology. The software was licensed and verified by Gaming Laboratories International (GLI) in 2018, and the same year saw the release of the first Dragon Jackpot progressive jackpot slots. The company exhibited at ICE Totally Gaming Expo in 2019. In 2020 it launched a new website. In 2021 CQ9 Gaming introduced its first table games and began development on live casino products.
Products & Platforms
Video Slots: Over 98 HTML5 slot titles with Asian themes, including series such as Jump Series, Chinese Style Games Series, God Series, and progressive jackpot games like Dragon Fortune and Space Fortune. Fishing Games: Multiplayer fishing games (e.g., Paradise) allowing up to four players to cooperate in real time, catch fish, and defeat bosses. Arcade Games: Skill-based arcade titles. Table Games: Traditional table games introduced in 2021. Live Casino: In development (since 2021). Platform: HTML5-based; supports desktop, mobile, and tablet without a dedicated app. Multi-language and multi-currency capabilities. Integration via API available through aggregators.
Technology & Licensing
All games are built using HTML5 and are fully responsive. The company holds a Curacao eGaming licence and its games are GLI certified for fairness and reliability. CQ9 Gaming is currently licensed for deployment in Curacao-licensed markets; it does not yet hold licences for US or European jurisdictions.
Market Presence
Strong in Asia, with growing distribution through partnerships with QTech Games and EyeMotion. The company is actively targeting European and American markets. Games are available via API integration on multiple casino platforms.
Pros & Cons
- Pros: High-quality HTML5 games, strong Asian market reputation, GLI certified, large portfolio (100+ games), multiplayer fishing games. - Cons: Limited to Curacao licence (no US/EU licences), currently no live dealer offering (in development).
Headcount
Approximately 100+ employees (team includes IT engineers, multimedia artists, data logic engineers, and operations specialists).
Key Products
Video Slots
Over 98 HTML5 slot titles with Asian themes, including Jump Series, Chinese Style Games Series, God Series, and progressive jackpot titles like Dragon Fortune and Space Fortune.
Dragon Jackpot
Progressive jackpot slot series.
Fishing Games
Multiplayer cooperative fishing games such as Paradise, where up to four players collaborate in real time to catch fish and defeat bosses.
Arcade Games
Skill-based arcade titles.
Table Games
Traditional table games introduced in 2021.
Live Casino
In development since 2021.
HTML5 Platform
Cross-platform technology supporting desktop, mobile, and tablet with multi-language and multi-currency capabilities, integrated via API.
Offices & Headcount
100 employees (approx.)