Xprogaming

About the Company

Xprogaming (XPG Live Dealer Casino) is a streaming table game provider first launched in 2005.

The Bratislava, Slovakia-based company has offices in Gibraltar as well as studios in Bulgaria and Romania (perhaps Moldova).

While the company holds no known gaming licenses its games are certified by the independent auditor, iTech Labs, an internationally recognized certifier of game fairness.

We find their services offered at over 60 online gaming sites including MELbet, BetWinner, and Betzest to name a few.

The company does not go out of its way to be transparent about its precise location or ownership. We have identified a founder and holding company at certain junctures but no business registrations or regulatory filings are available for up to date information.

The lesser-known but well-established provider has found a larger global footprint on more prominence online with a strategy of partnerships including deals with SoftGamings, Slotegrator, and EveryMatrix in addition to direct API integration of their content.

Based only on their stated time to market for integration it would seem it is not a simple plug and play system but it may "ride" on integration such as with Betsoft, Pragmatic Play, or Concept Gaming.

Regardless, they have been able to get heir studios onto well over 60 online gaming sites to date. Deployed widely over Europe and Asia, the company seems to be making a break for the LATAM market with appearances and sponsorships at trade shows such as Juegos Miami.

In the past they've been seen at ICE, IGE, EIG, iGaming Super Show, Asian Gaming Summit, iGaming Asia Congress, G2E Asia (Global Gaming Expo), and Macao Gaming Show.

Software and Games

All games are deployed in HTML5 with an optional download app at some venues for Android devices.

They moved to the framework in early 2017, well ahead of the game to make the games available on iPhones, Androids, iPads, tablets, and smartphones, without the need to run the antiquated and sometimes not-so-secure Flash plugin.

Delivering the games with a mobile-first solution like HTML5 solves all cross-platform challenges as the games scale to any sized display in any resolution. This allows players to choose any game on any device to play anywhere at any time on any browser.

The company currently offers ten game types with multicurrency and multilingual support.

A new games lobby was launched in late 2018 which greatly improved the user interface that allows instant hops from table to table and game to game.

• Andar Bahar
• Baccarat
• Blackjack
• Caribbean Stud Poker
• Dragon Tiger
• Multi Games
• Multiplayer Poker
• Roulette
• Sic Bo
• Texas Hold'em Bonus
• Wheel of Fortune

Studios and facilities

The company speaks of state-of-the-art studios "in the heart of Europe". We've been unable to confirm studio locations in Slovakia, Latvia, or Israel as some expert observers have asserted. We can state that Sofia, Bulgaria is the studio location.

The company uses the latest technology in delivering the games but also in producing the show. The audio and video equipment as well as the physical gambling devices are top-shelf.

Roulette croupiers spin wheels made by Cammegh - the undisputed premier manufacturer of casino floor equipment - "The world's finest roulette wheel".

The dealers, pit bosses, and studio managers have worked at some of the finest land-based casinos in Europe which brings a level of authenticity lacking with some live game providers online.

Realtime security measures maintain game fairness. The stream is steady with no known complaints from players or operators about downtime. Game history is provided in all games and all games are recorded.

The studios are well presented with good accent lighting, a pleasing color scheme, as well as well-dressed and attractive dealers and croupiers.

It may have been our internet connection but desktop play on a big screen was pixelated. However, there weren't any dropouts or any lag. A faster connection may have resulted in a better video stream. The audio stream stayed clear and rich sounding even when the video was not as good as it had been on mobile.

Engagement with presenters is cordial and professional but not extremely social. One on one table games may be better in that respect.

The actual casino you access the studios from may influence the number or variety of native language tables. When we visited there were two games offered in Turkish, all others were English only. Different times of the day or night may also influence that.

Mini-games we available in the lobby including virtual sports as well as Betsoft and Concept Gaming slots.

The games

Andar Bahar or Teen Patti (Katti) is available around the clock. Ezugi and other providers have also started supplying this favorite among the Indian peoples.

The game is simple to play and is catching on with other players as well. The betting range here depends on the table you choose with some lower limits at 1.00 and some top hand limits at 50,000.00

The bet options are Andar or Bahar. Game rules are not provided but you can find them as well as a statistical analysis of the game on the Wizard of Odds website.

Baccarat - This game is a high roller favorite due to the steady gameplay and low volatility of basic bets.

The odds go out the window if you bet on the tie, but you might need to sometimes to build your bankroll back up while waiting for that lucky streak. Full statistics are a click away for those who like to try to predict the future based on past random events.

Super 6 with dealer chat is also available on mobile devices.

Blackjack - Fairly generous game rules and a wide range of betting limits make this strategy game a good bet from XPG. Back betting (bet behind) is available on all 7 seats if you find the tables full. You can chat with the dealer on this 6-deck-shoe game.

You have 8 seconds to bet and can double on any card. Dealer stands on 17. Blackjacks pay 3:2.

Caribbean Stud Poker - This game offers players a chance to sharpen their math skills or to practice a simple optimal strategy based on the strength of your hand and the dealers up card.

Dragon Tiger - This Cambodian variation on baccarat (punto banco) depends entirely on your luck to win. The dealers, kindly do not suggest which side bets to choose but players who pay attention to suits may find a leg up in the game.

Multiplayer Poker - This is a house-banked game of Hold'em where all players compete against the dealer or house. YOu can't chat with other players but you can chat with the dealer or hail live chat support in the chatbox.

Roulette - There are four versions of this game available including auto-roulette and dragon roulette.

Sic Bo - If you like roulette for the ability to change quickly from high risk to low-risk bets or to spread your risk among several volatilities, Sic Bo may be a dice game for you. Bet big or small for even money, or predict a specific 3-of-a-kind for a 150:1 payout - or anything in between.

Texas Hold'em Bonus - This is very similar to its original namesake but offers bonus bets for paytable awards based on strong hands. The side bet is optional. The deck is shuffled between every game.

Wheel of Fortune - Any provider that wants to compete has to give players what they want. This carnival-style game has 54 stops with payouts ranging from $1.00 to $20.00.

The Final Analysis

XPG presents high-quality studio games in multiple languages. Some of the English speaking dealers were proficient but not highly trained in the language.

This studio and game quality, however, gives them a leg up on some of the newer and sometimes smaller competitors, especially those operating from LATAM studios.

XPG games will probably never be as widely available Evolution but they do offer nearly as much sophistication as other providers such as Ezugi.

Unless we missed it, the new interface seems to have left out a quick and easy way to access game rules.

If you like the smooth sophistication of NetEnt Live, Microgaming, or the sheer opulence of Playtech live studios, this may not be a provider you would specifically seek out. However, the overall quality is equal or superior to most Asian or Americas-based providers and well worth popping in when you visit a venue that carries them.