ELA Games
ELA Games — provider review
ELA Games' awards page lists 14 categories, even though the studio was only founded in 2021. Two of them, at EGR B2B 2025, are explicitly aimed at suppliers with under five years of experience, which fits the founding year. And on 5 October 2026 the studio took home silver at SBC Lisbon in Casino Software Innovation.
The studio describes itself through the experience of its team: its know-how was built working with slot machines, casual casinos, and land-based gaming venues. The goal is to bring the classic slot machine experience to online casinos and make games that are available on any device and operating system.
💡 ELA Games by the numbers
Founded in 2021, 14 categories on the awards page, the three slots covered were released between August and September 2026, and all three have a buy bonus.
History
The studio doesn't publish a year-by-year timeline. The release pace is covered in the slots section: Royal Coins, Silly Chili Dogs, and Piggy Brew Bonanza came out between August and September 2026, and on 24 September the studio announced the release of the mythological slot Odysseus Wild Journey. The other notable events are listed below.
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| 2021 | Studio founded. |
| 17 August 2026 | Content deal with MaxBet. |
| 5 October 2026 | Silver at SBC Lisbon in Casino Software Innovation. |
Awards and nominations
The studio's page is titled "Awards & Nominations" and doesn't separate wins from nominations. The studio explicitly calls only the SBC Lisbon silver a win, so for the remaining entries we give the award and category without stating an outcome. The studio appears on the lists of three regional SiGMA editions: East Europe, Americas, and Asia.
| Award | Years | Categories |
|---|---|---|
| SiGMA | 2024, 2025 | East Europe 2024: Best Slot Provider; Casino/Slots Developer of the Year – Small; Casino Entertainment Innovation. Americas 2025: Best Games Studio; Most Played Game. Asia 2025: Best Slot Games Newcomer; Best Newcomer in Live Casino. |
| EGR B2B Awards | 2024, 2025 | 2024: Skill Game Supplier. 2025: Casino Software Supplier – Under 5 Years; Slot Supplier – Under 5 Years. |
| SBC Awards | 2024 | Best Slot Provider. |
| Casino Beats Game Developer Awards | 2024 | Slot of the Year. |
| Women in Gaming Diversity Awards | 2025 | Innovator. |
| EGR Marketing & Innovation Awards | 2025 | Brand of the Year – B2B. |
| SBC Lisbon | 2026 | Silver in Casino Software Innovation. |
Judging by the list of categories, the recognition goes beyond slots: it includes skill games, live casino, marketing, and diversity. The studio doesn't explain which products stand behind them.
The studio's approach
ELA Games bets on original characters: in the studio's words, every detail matters, from animation style to sound design. Of the three slots covered, two are built around animal characters: three little pigs in Piggy Brew Bonanza and dogs in Silly Chili Dogs. That is our observation, not a statement from the studio. At the core of the games, per the studio, is a wide range of math models suited to different volatility ranges.
ELA Games slots
The three slots covered show three different payout structures: all ways in Piggy Brew Bonanza, 10 lines in Silly Chili Dogs, and payouts via the Collect symbol in Royal Coins. Against that backdrop, the other parameters look strikingly alike: RTP in a narrow 93.8% to 94.03% range, a buy bonus in all three, and the same max win value, 250,000 EUR. That last figure looks like a shared payout cap rather than a trait of each game. This is our assumption; the studio doesn't explain it.
| Slot | Release | RTP | Volatility | Payout structure | Max win | Buy Bonus |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Piggy Brew Bonanza | 17.09.2026 | 94.03% | High | All ways | 250,000 EUR | Yes |
| Silly Chili Dogs | 27.08.2026 | 94.02% | High | 10 lines | 250,000 EUR | Yes |
| Royal Coins | 06.08.2026 | 93.8% | Mid | Payout via Collect Symbol | 250,000 EUR | Yes |
Piggy Brew Bonanza — a slot about three little pig brothers who decided to throw the ultimate Beer Festival on the edge of the forest. The game runs on an all-ways system with high volatility, and a buy bonus lets players jump straight to the bonus part. Released on 17 September 2026.
Silly Chili Dogs — a slot about sizzling streets exploding with mariachi rhythms, wild barking, and spicy chili heat. A 10-line game with high volatility and a buy bonus feature, released on 27 August 2026.
Royal Coins — a slot about majestic reels coming alive with a gleam of gold and crowns bursting with luxury. Payouts here come via the Collect symbol rather than paylines, volatility is mid, and a buy bonus is available. Released on 6 August 2026.
Who ELA Games suits
Pros
- Recognition at industry awards since 2024: 14 categories on its awards page.
- Silver at SBC Lisbon in Casino Software Innovation (5 October 2026).
- A buy bonus in all three slots covered.
- Three different payout structures in one lineup and a noticeable release pace.
- A content deal with MaxBet and a bet on original characters.
Cons
- RTP of around 94% in all three slots covered — 1–3 percentage points below most modern releases.
- There is no data on licenses or certificates held by ELA Games in the public materials.
⚡ Verdict
ELA Games is a young studio founded in 2021 that has quickly gathered recognition at industry awards and in 2026 is releasing new slots roughly every two to three weeks. Original characters, varied payout structures, a buy bonus in all the games covered, and the SBC Lisbon silver make the provider an appealing choice for operators who want fresh slots with bold presentation, though the lower RTP is worth weighing.
Where to play ELA Games slots
You can browse the provider's games and pick a casino to play at in the slots and casino sections on GamblingShot.
FAQ
1
Since what year has ELA Games been operating?
ELA Games was founded in 2021.
2
Does ELA Games hold a license?
There is no data on licenses or certificates held by ELA Games in the public materials.
3
What awards has ELA Games won?
On 5 October 2026 the studio took home silver at SBC Lisbon in Casino Software Innovation. In addition, its website lists awards and nominations from EGR B2B (2024 and 2025), SiGMA East Europe, Americas, and Asia, SBC Awards, Casino Beats, and others. The site doesn't separate the outcome of the voting for these.
4
Do ELA Games slots have a buy bonus?
Yes, all three slots covered (Piggy Brew Bonanza, Silly Chili Dogs, and Royal Coins) offer a buy bonus.
5
What is the max win in ELA Games slots?
All three slots covered list the same value on the website: 250,000 EUR. The studio doesn't explain what determines it.
Where to play ELA Games slots
Casinos from our catalogue that carry this provider’s games. Always check terms and bonuses on the casino page.
