Red Tiger Gaming

History & Corporate Structure

Red Tiger Gaming was founded in late 2014 by the team behind Cayetano Gaming, a previous game studio. The company’s founding thesis centred on jackpot mechanics as the most efficient player-retention tool in online casinos. It rapidly gained traction in European and Asian markets, and by 2019 had established a reputation for high-quality slot development. In 2019, Swedish supplier NetEnt acquired Red Tiger for an enterprise value of approximately £220 million, comprising a net cash consideration of about £200 million and deferred consideration of up to £20 million. The deal closed in January 2020. When Evolution Gaming acquired NetEnt later that same year, Red Tiger was integrated into the Evolution Group’s brand portfolio, though it retains its own product identity, studio culture, and go-to-market strategy.

Product & Technology

Red Tiger’s product suite consists of three core layers: - Jackpot-Enabled Base Games: The majority of titles feed into the Daily Drop Jackpot Network, which guarantees payouts within defined timeframes (daily and hourly). The jackpot contribution is taken from the bet pool, reducing operator margin impact. The network won “Casino Product of the Year” at the 2020 EGR B2B Awards. - Smart Spins: An in-game marketing tool that allows operators to trigger free spins, bonuses, and targeted campaigns based on player behaviour, enabling reactivation and cross-sell without blanket bonus offers. - Tournament Infrastructure: Real-time leaderboards and configurable prize pools that span the entire slot catalogue, encouraging competitive play and extended sessions.

All games are built in HTML5 for full mobile optimisation, with no feature degradation on smartphones or tablets. Proprietary mechanics include Megaways, InfiniReels, cascading reels, and reel extensions. The portfolio is predominantly medium-to-high volatility, with a thinner mid-volatility layer. RNG table games (blackjack, roulette, etc.) are also offered.

Commercial Model & Distribution

Red Tiger operates primarily through B2B partnerships with online casinos. Its games are distributed via the Evolution Group’s network, as well as through turnkey and white-label platforms such as SOFTSWISS Game Aggregator. Operators integrate the Daily Drop Jackpot Network at the platform level, leveraging pooled liquidity across all partner casinos. The company also provides API-based access to its engagement tools (Smart Spins, tournaments) for seamless implementation.

Licensing & Compliance

Red Tiger holds licences from the Malta Gaming Authority (MGA), UK Gambling Commission (UKGC), Alderney Gambling Control Commission, and the Gibraltar Licensing Authority. It is certified in Italy, Spain, Denmark, and several other regulated jurisdictions. The studio is ISO 27001 accredited for information security.

Competitive Position

Within the Evolution Group, Red Tiger is positioned as a mid-core retention anchor and jackpot engagement layer. Its self-funding jackpot network differentiates it from providers that rely on operator-funded bonuses. With over 130 operator partners and a steady release cadence, Red Tiger competes directly with studios like Big Time Gaming, Pragmatic Play, and Hacksaw Gaming.