Microgaming is rightfully able to claim the title of the oldest online gaming firm. The software provider launched the first online casino in 1994 and has been going strong ever since. They are headquartered on the Isle of Man and have licensing agreements with dozens of reputable casinos, making their games easily accessible for most players.
They no longer accept U.S. players at this point, but they have continued to grow and expand their market reach despite that.
All about Slots
Slots are where Microgaming shines. Over 20 years of development means their library has over 400 games available, each with beautiful graphics and intuitive gameplay. The software firm’s biggest claim to fame is its impressive progressive jackpot network.
Their wildly popular Mega Moolah series of slots holds the world record for the largest jackpot in an online casino. Other standalone slots have reached the multi-million dollar mark as well. They also hold licenses for popular entertainment titles like Christopher Nolan’s Batman trilogy, Playboy, Tomb Raider and Battlestar Galactica.
Platforms
Like most online gaming firms, Microgaming has developed multiple platforms to give players the most versatility when it comes to playing style. They offer a downloadable suite, an in-browser option that utilizes Adobe Flash and a mobile platform that supports both Adobe Flash and HTML5.
The downloadable package from Microgaming offers players the highest-quality game graphics of the three choices. It also gives players access to the massive library of games the software firm has amassed over its two decades of operation.
The instant play option is an excellent alternative for those on Mac or Linux operating systems, as well as those who do not want to take the time to download software. The in-browser gaming experience offers quality graphics without the wait. Their mobile platform runs similarly as an in-browser feature rather than a separate app.
This, combined with the fact that the platform is compatible with Adobe Flash and HTML5, allows for greater operating system flexibility.
Live Dealer Games
Microgaming also launched its first live dealer game in 2006 and has grown to produce a robust suite of live games to choose from since then. Their live dealer games can be enjoyed at multiple online casinos. Although the games are quite basic, they have become extremely popular among online players thanks to the excellent features embedded in each of their live offerings. Players are welcome to test their luck on Live Roulette, Live Baccarat, and Live Blackjack
Online Poker Network
Microgaming also operates an online poker network, known as Microgaming Poker Network (MPN). This software gives players the opportunity to play multiplayer poker games such as seven-card stud poker, five-card stud poker, and Texas hold’em against real players in real-time.
Microgaming’s poker network was also the first the offer Anonymous tables, making player tracking tools futile. The network was also one of the first to provide fully integrated achievement systems in 2013.
Microgaming launched Quickfire games in 2010, a company that licenses the game content from Microgaming to third party white label casino platform providers and developers. Microgaming also launched Virtual Reality headsets games in 2016 using Oculus Rift technology with a primary focus on VR Roulette.
Quickfire
Quickfire is unique to this company. It is a gaming network powered by Microgaming that curates the top games from their library but also includes the most popular games from over 100 other content providers.
This means players can try out games from smaller developers while still enjoying all the perks of playing on Microgaming software. You can view one of the latest Microgaming slots in the video below.
Table Games
Their table games are friendly to low-stakes players, with most bets starting at $1. They have a vast variety of blackjack tables, as well as popular games like Baccarat, bingo, craps, several types of poker, keno and roulette.
For players who prefer live interaction, Microgaming offers a live dealer option for Baccarat, roulette and blackjack. The dealers are friendly and chatty, the video quality is stellar, and the rooms are all eCOGRA certified. The video settings are also adjustable according to player preference, and the dealer is shown in a large-screen format to give a more realistic feel.
Summary
Microgaming is a world-class software provider growing from strength to strength every year. The company produces two brand-new games every month and offers groundbreaking innovations along with exceptional graphics and quality in each of their games.
The addition of a live casino reaches a broader range of players, and we can expect remarkable things in the future from this company.
