Live dealer games have grown from a niche into one of the most important sections of any casino lobby, especially on mobile. Several suppliers compete for the space, but one name dominates: Evolution, whose 2020 acquisition of NetEnt cemented its position as the category leader. That does not make it the only sensible choice. Below we compare seven live studios on the criteria that matter when you build a live offer, from game range and dealer languages to licences and integration.
The seven studios at a glance
| Provider | Launched | Core games | Licences (examples) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Evolution | 2006 | Dozens of roulette, blackjack, baccarat and poker tables plus game shows such as Dream Catcher | Malta, UK, Alderney, Belgium, Romania |
| Ezugi | 2013 | 20+ games including roulette, blackjack, baccarat and poker | Curaçao |
| BetGames | 2012 | Lotteries, dice games, baccarat, wheel of fortune, poker, War of Bets | Curaçao, UK |
| LuckyStreak | 2014 | Baccarat, blackjack, roulette | Curaçao |
| Asia Live Tech | 2011 | Three baccarat variants, roulette and five traditional Asian games | Cambodia |
| Authentic Gaming | 2015 | Roulette in many variants | Malta |
| Vivo Gaming | 2005 | Roulette, baccarat, blackjack, Caribbean poker, craps, Sic Bo, Dragon Tiger, Casino Hold'em, live bingo | Curaçao |
Studio locations, presenter languages and licence lists change often as suppliers expand. Treat the details below as a starting point and confirm the current position with each provider before you sign.
Provider profiles
Evolution
Studios: production hubs in Latvia and Malta, with expansion into Georgia (Tbilisi) and Canada (Vancouver), plus tables streamed from land-based casinos in Spain, Turkey, Belgium, Romania and the UK.
Dealer languages: Dutch, English, French, German, Italian, Russian, Spanish, Swedish and Turkish, among others.
Video: Full HD.
Integration: seamless API with both "One Wallet" and "Funds Transfer" options.
Why operators choose it: the widest range of distinctive formats (Immersive Roulette, Dream Catcher, progressive jackpots), the option to play several tables at once and the most extensive marketing toolkit, including branded tables, VIP rooms, cross-selling and custom options for VIP players. It is the clear market leader and the most popular live platform in the industry.
Ezugi
Studios: locations have included Belgium, Bulgaria, Costa Rica, Hungary and the USA, plus a land-based casino in Cambodia, with further expansion announced into Colombia, Italy, Poland and Spain. Ezugi is now part of the Evolution group.
Dealer languages: English, Spanish and Turkish (not on every game).
Video: HD.
Integration: configured to each operator's requirements.
Why operators choose it: widgets that add bonus rounds, pop-ups, news tickers, polls and social media sync; Bitcoin support; the option for players to check a favourite dealer's schedule; and live music on request. Its focus has been Europe and Spanish-speaking markets.
BetGames
Studios: Lithuania and Malta.
Dealer language: English.
Video: HD.
Integration: fast API integration.
Why operators choose it: its own takes on popular lottery formats, several games available around the clock, simultaneous play on multiple games and plenty of branding and customisation. The brand is especially strong in CIS countries and Europe and has been moving into African and Latin American markets.
LuckyStreak
Studio: Latvia.
Dealer languages: English, German, Italian, Russian, Spanish and Turkish.
Video: 16:9 HD.
Integration: seamless API integration.
Why operators choose it: a system that adapts to each player's habits and preferences, which helps operators build more effective calls to action; access to slots, fixed-odds, video and card games alongside the live tables; and both male and female dealers. It has found its audience in Turkey and CIS countries.
Asia Live Tech
Studios: streams from two land-based casinos in Cambodia.
Dealers: do not talk during the game; both Asian and European dealers present.
Video: HD, high, standard, low and automatic quality settings.
Integration: seamless integration.
Why operators choose it: one-on-one tables for VIP players and traditional Asian games such as Sic Bo, Dragon Tiger, Xoc Dia, Belangkai and Fan-Tan. It is a specialist for Asia-facing brands; read our Asia Live Tech profile for details.
Authentic Gaming
Studios: Austria, Georgia, Italy and Romania; in November 2017 it signed an agreement to stream from the Royal Casino Group's casino in Denmark.
Dealer languages: English and Italian.
Video: HD.
Integration: configured to each operator's requirements.
Why operators choose it: games streamed from real land-based casinos, promotional tools such as tournaments and bonuses, live shows streamed from partner venues and a proven record with both online and land-based operators. It is Europe-focused and still a relative newcomer compared with the leaders. See our Authentic Gaming profile.
Vivo Gaming
Studios: Costa Rica, Laos and the Philippines.
Dealer languages: English and Spanish.
Video: standard definition.
Integration: API module with "One Wallet" and "Two Wallets" options.
Why operators choose it: mini side games during the main round, multi-game play, tables where friends can play together, tools for reactivating dormant players and branding and localisation options. Despite its long history, it is less well known among operators and has been promoting its brand more actively, with a focus on Europe and Spanish-speaking markets.
How to choose a live dealer provider
There is no one-size-fits-all answer. Evolution's lead is real, but a smaller studio may match your audience better. Work through these questions:
- Who are your players? Asian audiences expect baccarat and regional dice games; Latin American and Spanish-speaking players value Spanish-language tables; European players often want a broad mix with game shows.
- Which markets will you serve? The supplier's licences must cover every jurisdiction you operate in.
- What experience do you want to sell? Studio game shows, real casino floors or fast automated tables each attract a different player.
- How will it connect? Wallet model, integration effort and branding options affect both launch time and long-term costs.
Most operators end up combining a market leader with one or two specialists, for example adding Asia Live Tech for exotic Asian formats or Authentic Gaming for roulette from Europe's casino floors.
Several studios, one integration
Signing and integrating every live supplier separately takes time. Our Live Casino Bundle brings live studios including Evolution, Ezugi, BetGames, LuckyStreak, Authentic Gaming and Vivo Gaming together through one connection. Compare them in our live casino providers directory or ask our team to recommend a mix for your markets.
Written and reviewed by the iGaming Software Solutions Editorial Team.
