Asia
PAGCOR AGAIN SLASHES E-GAMES FEES, NOW AT 30%
The Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR) said it has further reduced its fee rates for Electronic Games (E-Games) from 35% to 30% effective January 1, 2025 as part of efforts to combat illegal gaming operations.
PAGCOR Chairman and CEO Alejandro H. Tengco said rates for E-Games operated by integrated resorts were also reduced to a lower 25% to compensate for overhead expenses incurred by brick-and-mortar operators.
“By lowering our share rates, PAGCOR is creating a more favorable regulatory environment by encouraging unregistered online gaming operators to transition to the legal market,” Mr. Tengco said.
The fee rates being collected by the gaming regulator is based on a fixed percentage of the licensees’ gross gaming revenues or GGR.
The PAGCOR chief said the rate cuts will provide operators with more resources for marketing, while helping prevent voluntary closures and ensuring the sector’s continued growth and profitability.
Mr. Tengco said that, in fact, the gradual reduction in rates enabled the E-Games sector to surpass, as early as last September, its Php100 billion GGR target for the entire 2024.
Prior to the rate reductions which were initiated in 2023 during the current leadership, Mr. Tengco said PAGCOR was collecting fees of more than 50% of GGR from licensees which deterred expansions.
Prior to this month’s cuts, the most recent reduction in share rates for E-Games were made in April 2024 when the rates were lowered to 35%.
“The gradual reduction of share rates has significantly contributed to the growth of the E-Games sector, which has become a key driver of the local gaming industry,” he said.
He said that the policy change has also led to a significant increase in the number of licensed E-Games operators after a lot of former gray market players decided to join the mainstream by securing PAGCOR licenses.
To date, PAGCOR has issued 1,188 licenses for various on-site and online gaming offerings, a 13.57% increase from the 1,046 licenses issued in 2023.
The number of accredited gaming service providers also increased five-fold from 49 in 2023 to 174 in 2024.
“We expect this trend to continue, and we are optimistic that the best is yet to come for the country’s E-Games sector,” Mr. Tengco added.
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Wazdan, the leading gain-focused developer, is set to make its mark at the upcoming SiGMA Asia 2025 summit, taking place from 1st to 4th June at the SMX Convention Center in Manila, Philippines.
The renowned iGaming gathering marks another key milestone in Wazdan’s strategic expansion across the continent, as the company continues to deliver tailored, high-performance gaming solutions under its signature Online gaining™ philosophy.
Visitors to Booth 2136 will be among the first to experience Wazdan’s latest wave of releases, including the eye-catching Sizzling Eggs™: Grand Platinum Edition and 36 Coins™: Grand Gold Edition, all of which showcase the studio’s hallmark blend of immersive gameplay, player-centric mechanics, and mobile-first design, firmly in line with the demands of Asian operators and their audiences.
A focal point of the event will be the unveiling of Wazdan Multidrop, the studio’s new network promotion. Designed to boost player engagement and drive operator revenues, the seven-phase campaign features a total prize pool of €5,000 and reflects its ongoing commitment to building value-driven promotional tools that resonate across global markets.
To celebrate its presence at SiGMA Asia, Wazdan will also host a series of exclusive giveaways throughout the event. Attendees will have the chance to win coveted prizes, iPhone 16, AirPods, AirTags, and a selection of limited-edition Wazdan merchandise, adding an extra layer of excitement to an already action-packed summit.
Beyond the product showcasing and prizes, Wazdan views the summit as a key opportunity to strengthen regional partnerships and deepen its engagement with Asia’s thriving iGaming sector. The event’s growing prominence on the global calendar makes it a natural fit for Wazdan’s ambitions to lead the way in innovation and customer-focused growth across the continent.
Radka Bacheva, Head of Sales at Wazdan, said: “SiGMA Asia is a standout opportunity for us to engage with key players across the region and demonstrate the adaptability of our Online gaining™ philosophy. Our team is excited to showcase how our tailor-made solutions and proven game mechanics can elevate operator performance and player engagement in Asian markets.
“We look forward to insightful conversations, new connections, and sharing our vision for continued growth across the continent.”
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As a global leader in live gaming solutions, we were delighted to showcase our latest advancements and comprehensive product portfolio to the Asian gaming market at G2E Asia 2025, held from May 7th to 9th. Our booth at the Venetian Macao drew significant attention from attendees eager to experience our state-of-the-art solutions and renowned quality firsthand.
A key highlight for us was the revolutionary Velocity Auto Wheel, which generated considerable attention for its cutting-edge automation and seamless integration with the Wheelmate console. Our demonstrations underscored its potential to establish a new benchmark for speed and efficiency in live roulette, enabling operators to enhance table turnover and revenue through an increased number of games per hour. Attendees noted its innovative brushless DC motors and gearless design, which ensure continuous, reliable operation without the requirement for bulky air compressors, as well as its compact design’s adaptability to diverse casino layouts.
Also prominent in our showcase was the Chipper Champ 3, representing the next generation of chip sorting efficiency. Its unique capability to process clay chips, combined with enhanced speed and accuracy, proved to be a significant draw. Operators recognized the potential of this advanced technology to substantially reduce handling time and optimize overall table operations.
Our advanced display technologies also attracted considerable attention. The versatile Ora Table Displays were commended for their clarity, customisation options, and reliable presentation of essential game information. Of particular interest was the launch and demonstration of our groundbreaking Ora Blackjack Vue Display Controller. Seamlessly integrated with the Ora Luxe Winning Number Display, this innovative product employs advanced camera technology for automatic card recognition, providing players with real-time data including dealer hand history, live dealer odds, historical statistics, and the last four dealer Blackjacks. This innovation was acknowledged as a significant advancement in player engagement and Blackjack technology.
We also provided compelling demonstrations of our T-Connect casino management system, a critical tool already utilized by numerous casinos across Asia. The system’s capacity to streamline operations, enhance security protocols, and deliver invaluable data insights resonated strongly with operators aiming to optimise their gaming floors.
The popular Blaze Gaming tables, particularly the Sic Bo variant, effectively illustrated how dynamic LED surface technology can enhance the excitement of traditional games, creating a more engaging and visually appealing environment for players.
Beyond these innovations, our commitment to manufacturing excellence was evident through the display of our world-class core product range. From the precision engineering of our Roulette wheels and the detailed craftsmanship of our Gaming Tables to the dependable performance of our Dice Shakers, visitors could readily observe the superior quality that characterises TCSJOHNHUXLEY products.
“The feedback received from the market has been highly encouraging,” stated Rebecca Kingswell, Global Head of Operations and Managing Director APAC, TCSJOHNHUXLEY. “We were pleased to present both our latest innovations and our established product range at G2E Asia, underscoring our continued commitment to supplying the Asian gaming market with the most advanced and reliable live gaming solutions.”
Our successful participation at G2E Asia 2025 reaffirms TCSJOHNHUXLEY’s position as a leading provider of live gaming solutions, dedicated to supporting the growth and enhancing the player experience for our partners throughout the region.
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Asia
CyberPowerPC India launches ‘Play Guarantee’ campaign for a transparent and gamer-first experience
In a market where gamers often make high-investment purchases without knowing exactly how their machine will perform until they bring it home and install a game, CyberPowerPC India is changing the game. With the Play Guarantee, CyberPowerPC India reinforces its confidence in the performance and reliability of its systems, offering buyers added assurance that what they receive will meet or exceed expectations. This is a first-of-its-kind offer in India’s custom PC market.
Every system sold under the Play Guarantee will be built using 100% brand-new parts sourced from authorized manufacturers. Each PC will come pre-installed with a genuine and activated version of Microsoft Windows at the BIOS level, ensuring users avoid post-purchase license issues or hidden software costs.
Additionally, customers will receive one year of on-site support, with certified technicians dispatched to their location for repairs or replacements, eliminating the need for long shipping delays or third-party service centers. Before dispatch, all the PCs undergo rigorous stress testing using global industry benchmarks to ensure performance integrity across GPU, CPU, thermals, and memory.
Vishal Parekh, Chief Operating Officer, CyberPowerPC India commented,“As more Indian gamers upgrade to high-performance PCs, trust becomes a critical factor. Gamers shouldn’t have to take a leap of faith when buying a PC. They should know what they’re getting and know it works right out of the box. We at CyberPowerPC India always believed in transparency, may it be sharing FPS benchmarks before purchase or building with only brand-new components. The ‘Play Guarantee’ campaign aligns perfectly with our commitment to building a credible, consumer-first ecosystem in Indian PC gaming, especially as the community becomes more competitive and discerning.”
According to a NeoGrowth study, 54% of Indian consumers prefer offline shopping due to the assurance of authenticity and product quality, underscoring a strong demand for transparency in purchase decisions. CyberPowerPC India’s ‘Play Ready’ campaign aims to replicate this confidence in the online custom PC market.
This campaign follows the company’s recent efforts to strengthen grassroots esports infrastructure, including its partnership with Indian esports organization Orangutan to power ApeCity, a dedicated esports arena in Navi Mumbai, with high-performance systems.
As part of its ongoing investment in the growth of India’s PC gaming market, CyberPowerPC India is also working to make high-performance gaming setups more accessible to a wider range of gamers. With the launch of its ‘Play Ready’ campaign, the company aims to foster a gaming culture built on transparency, trust, and a seamless user experience.
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