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Founded
2005-01-01 in Scottsdale, Arizona, USA
Headquarters
Scottsdale, Arizona, USA
Email
info@designworksgaming.com
Phone
(480) 361-3160

Design Works Gaming (DWG) is a privately held, Scottsdale, Arizona-based iGaming supplier and social casino developer recognized as one of the world’s leading creators of real-money gaming content. Founded in 2005 by CEO Troy Zurawski – a third-generation gaming professional whose family’s roots in Las Vegas stretch back to the 1940s – DWG was built to break free from the bureaucracy Zurawski observed at traditional slot manufacturers, allowing the studio to focus solely on innovative, high-quality game development. The company operates across three verticals: Land-Based Gaming (supplying cabinets and content to casino floors), Real-Money Gaming Online (licensing games to operators), and its own Social Gaming properties. DWG has produced over 800 games, including popular titles like *Panda Queen*, *Wonders of Africa*, and *Komodo Dragon*, and has worked with major industry names such as IGT, Aristocrat, Novomatic, Everi, and Scientific Games. The studio’s proprietary technology stack is entirely built in-house, and its game portfolio spans diverse themes, math models, and mechanics – including the company's chart-topping, patented LuckyTap™ feature. With a headcount of 51–200 employees, DWG continues to expand its reach through strategic partnerships. In May 2025, it announced a landmark collaboration with Bluberi Gaming to reimagine Bluberi’s *Devil’s Lock™* title using the LuckyTap™ mechanic. The company is licensed and regulated in Great Britain by the Gambling Commission and holds accounts with multiple UK and US operators, including BetMGM, Caesars Digital, and William Hill.

Detailed Review

Design Works Gaming distinguishes itself in a crowded market by refusing to rely on cloned math models or safe themes. Instead, it produces slots that are genuinely unique from one release to the next, often introducing new mechanics, objectives, or visual styles that step beyond the traditional spinning-reel paradigm. This philosophy, articulated by founder Troy Zurawski as “worry about making an outstanding slot first, then contemplate all the verticals it can serve,” has made the studio an instant favorite among both players and operator partners.

The company’s three-pronged business model gives it unusual depth. In the Land-Based vertical, DWG has been a recognized third-party developer since 2005, supplying cabinets and content to casino floors across the Americas. Its Online Real-Money Gaming vertical offers operators a vast library of themes, reels, progressives, and promotional tools, with games already proven in social and land-based environments. The Social Gaming vertical includes three proprietary social casinos – Diamond Sky Casino, Spin Vegas Slots, and Super Scratcher Casino – that reach millions of players in more than 100 countries via Facebook and mobile apps.

One of DWG’s standout innovations is the LuckyTap™ mechanic, a gameplay style that blends simplicity with explosive action, allowing players to tap for instant wins rather than waiting for reels to spin. This feature has driven high engagement and has become a centerpiece of the company’s content licensing. The partnership announced in May 2025 with Bluberi Gaming to bring LuckyTap™ to Bluberi’s hit title Devil’s Lock™ exemplifies DWG’s strategy of co-creating with other studios.

The company’s technology is 100% proprietary, built entirely by the DWG team. This approach ensures that every game – from math model to sound design – is crafted without outsourcing, giving operators a reliable, differentiated product. DWG’s promotional tools also help partners drive retention and engagement, a crucial edge in the competitive iGaming landscape.

DWG’s partnerships are growing steadily. The company has secured content distribution deals with BetMGM, Caesars Digital, William Hill, White Hat Gaming, and NetBet in the UK and US markets. Its games consistently perform at the top of operator charts, and the studio’s collaborative, bespoke approach has earned praise from clients who describe the working relationship as “seamless” and “like one team.”

With its headquarters in Scottsdale, Arizona, and licensing from the UK Gambling Commission, Design Works Gaming continues to invest in creative talent and technological innovation. The company’s history shows a clear trajectory from a small independent studio to a global supplier that remains nimble, data-driven, and player-focused. For operators seeking content that stands out from the mass of clones, DWG offers a proven alternative.

Key Products

  • Land-Based Slot Games

    Cabinet and game content for physical casinos. Includes titles such as Panda Queen, Wonders of Africa, and Komodo Dragon. Recognized leader in third-party game development since 2005.

  • Online Real-Money Gaming Content

    A library of over 800 games for iGaming operators, spanning diverse themes, math models, progressives, and features. Includes promotional tools to drive retention. Licensed by the UK Gambling Commission.

  • Social Casinos

    Three proprietary social casino apps: Diamond Sky Casino, Spin Vegas Slots, and Super Scratcher Casino. Available on Facebook, iOS, and Android in over 100 countries.

  • LuckyTap™ Mechanic

    A proprietary, patent-pending gameplay mechanic that lets players tap for instant wins rather than waiting for reels. High engagement; used in licensed content partnerships (e.g., with Bluberi).

  • White Hat Gaming Platform

    DWG content is available via White Hat Gaming’s full-service platform, expanding distribution to operators using that ecosystem.

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