Spade Gaming
Spade Gaming — provider review
Spadegaming is a casino game developer founded in 2007, headquartered in London. For twelve years the company built its reputation specifically as an Asian slot developer, best known for games rooted in Eastern culture, before making a strategic pivot in 2019 — securing a license from the Malta Gaming Authority (MGA) and deliberately opening a path into Europe.
Spadegaming's office network has long expanded beyond Asia: Malaysia, Vietnam, Cambodia, China, Indonesia, and Malta. The company's team numbers 51–200 people, combining engineers and game designers who build games on HTML5 for any device or operating system.
💡 Spadegaming by the numbers
A team of 51–200 people, headquarters in London, offices across six countries in Asia and Europe, an MGA license since 2019.
History
Spadegaming shows a clear three-stage progression of maturity: first a technological foundation — the move to HTML5 in 2013 — then independent quality verification — certification in 2017 — and only after that entry into the regulated European market in 2018–2019. This reads as a deliberately built ladder of trust rather than a random set of milestones:
| Year | Event |
|---|---|
| 2007 | Spadegaming founded, with offices in Malaysia, Vietnam, Cambodia, China, and Indonesia. |
| 2013 | Moved to HTML5 technology to build mobile products for Android, iOS, and Windows. |
| 2017 | All games are reviewed and certified by the independent lab iTech Labs. |
| 2018 | First participation in European trade shows — SiGMA in Malta and iGB Live in Amsterdam. |
| 2019 | Obtained a license from the Malta Gaming Authority (MGA) and opened an office in Sliema. |
| 2021 | Began using the Megaways mechanic under a licensing agreement with Big Time Gaming. |
Licenses and certificates
Spadegaming holds an official license from the Malta Gaming Authority (MGA), and its games are certified by BMM Testlabs and iTech Labs, an independent Australian lab that tests random number generators and return-to-player figures.
Spadegaming slots
Three flagship slots show off the portfolio's mythological range — from a Chinese dragon and a fictional undersea kingdom to Egypt's Anubis. All three use ways to win instead of fixed paylines, and Lucky Twin Sea and Secrets of Anubis both cap out at 117,649 ways — no coincidence, but a direct consequence of the Big Time Gaming partnership: 117,649 ways comes from a 6-reel, 7-symbol structure (7⁶), the classic layout for the licensed Megaways mechanic.
| Slot | Ways to win | Volatility | Release date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dragon Wish | Up to 125 | Medium | 13.01.2026 |
| Lucky Twin Sea | Up to 117,649 | Medium | 15.09.2025 |
| Secrets of Anubis | Up to 117,649 | Medium | 20.03.2025 |
Dragon Wish — a slot about a mythical dragon that visits a village once a year bringing good fortune, on a 3-reel grid with up to 125 ways to win. Landing 3 or more scatters triggers Free Games, and a Lucky Ball symbol with a random prize value can appear in both the main game and Free Games — the more balls collected, the bigger the win.
Lucky Twin Sea — an underwater slot about a dolphin named Delphine who discovers a hoard of pearls and coins, on a 6-reel grid with up to 117,649 ways to win. Landing 4 or more scatters triggers Free Games, and higher-paying Wild symbols count as Twin Symbols. Collecting pearls during Free Games turns symbols into twins.
Secrets of Anubis — a slot about the hunt for an ancient treasure in the Egyptian desert, on a 6-reel grid with up to 117,649 ways to win. Landing 4 or more scatters triggers Free Games, while 3 or more Wheel symbols activate a Multiplier Wheel. Big symbols can randomly split and turn into Wilds.
Who Spadegaming suits
Pros
- An MGA license since 2019.
- Certification from BMM Testlabs and iTech Labs.
- A recognisable specialisation in Asian-themed slots.
- A licensing agreement with Big Time Gaming for the Megaways mechanic.
- Presence across six countries in Asia and Europe.
Cons
- Its only confirmed gambling license is MGA, with no data on UKGC or other regulators.
⚡ Verdict
Spadegaming is a provider with nearly 20 years of history that has consistently progressed from a technological foundation through independent certification to an MGA license in Europe. A recognisable Asian theming, certification from independent labs, and access to the Megaways mechanic make the studio an appealing choice for operators looking for a portfolio with cultural variety.
Where to play Spadegaming 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 Spadegaming been operating?
Spadegaming was founded in 2007, with headquarters in London.
2
Does Spadegaming hold a license?
Yes, the company holds a license from the Malta Gaming Authority (MGA), obtained in 2019, and its games are certified by BMM Testlabs and iTech Labs.
3
What does Spadegaming specialise in?
The company is best known for slots featuring Asian cultural elements, though its portfolio spans other themes too, such as Egyptian mythology.
4
Does Spadegaming use the Megaways mechanic?
Yes, since 2021 the company has used the Megaways mechanic under a licensing agreement with Big Time Gaming.
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What is Spadegaming's most recent slot?
Among the titles covered, Dragon Wish is the latest, released on 13 January 2026.
Where to play Spade Gaming slots
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