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G.Round Introduces New Private Playtest Service, Ensuring a Secure and Controlled Testing Environment
G.Round, the community-driven playtesting platform for games in development, has announced the launch of its new Private Playtest Service. Now game studios and publishers can privately test their games with a select group of users in an identified, controlled, and watermarked secure environment. And, with invaluable feedback and insight, they can improve their games substantially prior to commercial launch.
The service follows a straightforward process, ensuring they can efficiently and effectively test their games. To guarantee a high level of confidentiality and provide complete control over user access to their games, the process consists of the following steps:
● Private Testing Consultation: At an early stage, G.Round will set up an introductory meeting with the client to gather comprehensive insights into their specific requirements and strategically plan private testing. Through this meeting, G.Round will help to create private tests that are unique to the client’s testing requirements, such as targeting demographics of age, gender, region, genre preference, and hardware environment.
● Studio / Publisher Onboarding: G.Round provides a simple onboarding process for Private Tests. During the onboarding process, clients can further customize their private test experience by creating surveys and research questions for testers that are unique to their game. Clients can also integrate G.Round’s proprietary SDK package to gather in-game data, which will be analyzed together with G.Round’s real user data.
● Creating a secure Game Testing Environment: Each tester for private tests will undergo a vetting process to ensure suitability in a controlled game testing environment. This process includes signing non-disclosure agreements and verifying personal credentials before acceptance into the Private Test program. Such measures minimize the risk of uncontrolled testing. The platform also includes additional security features, such as an authentication tool for access, file encryption for increased security, and a watermark inscribed on all recordings of the games.
● Real-Time Game Testing: Studios and publishers will be given appropriate tools to gather real-time engagement data from testers. This includes dashboard tools for live feedback, dedicated communication channels for the testing group, and live G.Round support members to guide them through the process. This ensures clients have a convenient and seamless experience throughout the testing phase.
● Outcome and Results: Once the game has collected all feedback from testers, a personalized and comprehensive report will be prepared for the client. The report will not only encompass a professional review of the game but also include an analysis of candid feedback from private game testers. This will help the developers and publishers gain subjective insights into the game’s strengths and weaknesses, as well as refine different game mechanics. In addition, the clients will receive copies of video recordings of the testers’ gameplay, including highlighted sections so that they would have an extended perception of how the game was engaged by testers.
G.Round’s founder and CEO, Danny Woo, commented: “By engaging with an exclusive group of testers, developers and publishers can gather invaluable insights that contribute to improved game performance and enhanced user experience. The platform is a critical tool in refining games, helping to identify issues or concerns, and ultimately helping ensure a highly successful and polished commercial release.”
“The platform includes various security features such as build encryption, watermark display, gameplay recording and individual electronic NDA. One of the standout features is the watermark display, which adds an extra layer of protection against unauthorized distribution. Additionally, recording and uploading functionality not only ensures a high-security level but also enables our clients to capture and analyze gameplay footage, providing valuable insights into the first-time experience of users and aiding in the optimization process,” concludes Danny Woo.
G.Round aims to contribute to the success of game launches, providing playtesting opportunities to game developers and publishers before commercial launches. G.Round has provided only public testing service so far but now wants to give a private testing environment to manage user access, test duration, and recording settings, ensuring a customized and efficient testing experience.
By providing a secure and controlled environment for private playtesting, G.Round’s new playtesting service will enable developers or publishers to shape their games to captivate players and make a lasting impact without risking leaks by unidentified users.
High Roller Technologies, operator of the premium online casino brands High Roller and Fruta, announced the submission of its Internet Gaming Operator license application in Ontario, Canada, targeting the launch of its flagship brand HighRoller.com in the second half of 2025.
“The submission of our licensing application to access Ontario’s regulated online gambling market is an important milestone in our Company’s journey. Once our application is approved, we anticipate that we will have the opportunity to launch our online casino product into the market later this year,” said Ben Clemes, Chief Executive Officer at High Roller.
Ontario is one of the largest regulated online gambling markets in the world as measured by gross gaming revenue. In 2024, regulated online gambling operators within the province generated approximately $2.3B in gross gaming revenue, and growth continues to be recorded in the first half of 2025. Recently, the province of Alberta passed enabling legislation to establish a regulatory framework for online gambling. Once available, the Company also intends to pursue licensure in Alberta to expand its regulated market footprint in Canada.
“Ontario is missing an elegant brand like High Roller. We’re excited to roll out the red carpet for our new customers, and we’re looking forward to showcasing our tremendous product,” said Clemes.
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The International Association of Gaming Regulators (IAGR) has released the program for its upcoming annual conference, to be held in Toronto from 20-23 October.
With the theme ‘Resilient regulation: Exploring what works, why and what’s next’, the event brings together global regulators and thought leaders to examine how regulatory frameworks can evolve to meet today’s challenges.
The four-day program explores timely issues, including the rise of AI and behavioural analytics, the impact of converging technologies, cross-border collaboration and the continued push to strengthen responsible gambling policies.
IAGR President Ben Haden said the program offers a strong preview of the content and conversations delegates can expect in Toronto.
‘This year’s program showcases the breadth and complexity of the challenges facing gambling regulators worldwide, from protecting player wellbeing to tackling illegal markets and understanding new technologies,’ Haden said.
‘I encourage regulators, researchers and policy professionals from around the world to join us in Toronto. The conference is a space to learn, share experience, challenge assumptions and shape the future of effective, collaborative regulation.’
Confirmed speakers and panellists include:
- Andrew Rhodes, CEO, Gambling Commission, Great Britain
- Anders Dorph, Director, Danish Gambling Authority, Denmark
- Dr Karin Schnarr, CEO and Registrar, Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario, Canada
- Mark Vander Linden, Director of Research and Responsible Gaming and Carrie Torrisi, Chief of Sports Wagering Division, Massachusetts Gaming Commission, United States
- Bashir Are, CEO, Lagos State Lotteries and Gaming Authority, Nigeria
- Teo Chun Ching, Chief Executive, Gambling Regulatory Authority, Singapore
- Ladipo Abiose Akolade, Founder, GamblePause Initiative Africa, Nigeria
- Rasmus Kjaergaard, CEO, Mindway AI, Denmark
- Tracy Parker, Senior Vice President, Accreditation, Advisory and Insights, Responsible Gambling Council, Canada
- Pedro Romero, Chief of Safer Gambling Partnerships, BetBlocker, Gibraltar
- Sonia Wasowska, Head of Supervision, General Commercial Gaming Regulatory Authority, United Arab Emirates
- Steven Blackburn, Partner, Ashurst Risk Advisory, Australia
The event will be held at The Westin Harbour Castle on Toronto’s waterfront.
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Home field advantage has a new name, as the Edmonton Elks announced that Play Alberta Field at Commonwealth Stadium is now the home of the Elks.
The field naming rights are part of a broader multi-year agreement between Play Alberta and the EE, making Play Alberta the official sports betting partner of the Club.
“We couldn’t be more excited to expand our partnership with Play Alberta. This partnership is about more than just putting a name on the field – it’s about building something meaningful for our fans and our community. Play Alberta is an Alberta-based organization that shares our values and our commitment to giving back. Together, we’re creating new ways for fans to connect with our team and experience the game day atmosphere in a whole new way,” said Elks President and CEO Chris Morris.
The expanded relationship between the Elks and Play Alberta will allow the game day experience to continue to grow. Fans can look forward to unique activations and promotions around the stadium, including the chance to win game tickets and memorabilia.
“Since Play Alberta’s launch five years ago, our team has made it a priority to connect with the communities where our players live and work. We are very excited to join the Edmonton Elks on the field on game days during upcoming CFL seasons. Play Alberta Field at Commonwealth Stadium allows us to partner with the Elks and showcase two brands built for Albertans in a historic Edmonton location,” said Alberta Gaming, Liquor and Cannabis Chief Executive Officer Kandice Machado.
The Elks open their 76th season on Saturday, June 7 in Vancouver when they take on the B.C. Lions. Edmonton’s home opener at Play Alberta Field at Commonwealth Stadium is slated for Thursday, June 19 against the Montreal Alouettes.
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