Online casino software provider SoftSwiss has released a report on the trends and preferences of online casino players in 2023. The report reveals that slot games are the most popular type of game, accounting for 80% of the total bets placed on the SoftSwiss platform.
SoftSwiss Analyzes Over 4 Billion Bets
SoftSwiss is one of the leading providers of online casino solutions, offering a range of products and services, such as white label and turnkey platforms, game aggregation, sportsbook, and crypto casino solutions. The company operates in over 50 markets and supports more than 40 payment methods.
To compile the report, SoftSwiss analyzed over 4 billion bets made by players from different regions and countries in 2023. The report covers various aspects of online casino gaming, such as game types, genres, providers, currencies, and regions.
The report aims to provide insights into the behavior and preferences of online casino players, as well as the performance and potential of the online casino industry.
Slot Games Are the Most Popular and Diverse
According to the report, slot games are the most popular type of game among online casino players, capturing 80% of the total bets placed on the SoftSwiss platform. This is followed by live games (18.5%), table games (1%), and other games (0.5%).
The report also shows that slot games are the most diverse and dynamic genre, offering a wide range of themes, features, and mechanics. The most popular themes are Egyptian, Asian, and Adventure, while the most popular features are Free Spins, Bonus Buy, and Megaways.
The report also reveals the top 10 slot game providers on the SoftSwiss platform, based on the total bets placed in 2023. The list is as follows:
- BGaming
- Pragmatic Play
- NetEnt
- Play’n GO
- Yggdrasil
- Microgaming
- Betsoft
- Red Tiger
- Amatic
- Quickspin
Crypto and Fiat Currencies Are Equally Preferred
Another interesting finding of the report is that crypto and fiat currencies are equally preferred by online casino players, with each accounting for 50% of the total bets placed on the SoftSwiss platform. The report also shows that the most popular crypto currencies are Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Litecoin, while the most popular fiat currencies are Euro, US Dollar, and Russian Ruble.
The report also compares the average bet size and win amount for crypto and fiat currencies, showing that crypto players tend to place higher bets and win bigger amounts than fiat players. The report attributes this to the higher volatility and value of crypto currencies, as well as the preference of crypto players for high-risk and high-reward games.
Europe and Asia Are the Leading Regions
The report also analyzes the regional distribution of online casino players, showing that Europe and Asia are the leading regions, accounting for 40% and 30% of the total bets placed on the SoftSwiss platform, respectively. This is followed by Latin America (15%), CIS (10%), and Africa (5%).
The report also identifies the top 10 countries in each region, based on the total bets placed in 2023. The lists are as follows:
- Europe: Germany, Finland, Norway, France, Sweden, Netherlands, Poland, Spain, Italy, and Denmark
- Asia: Japan, India, Thailand, Vietnam, Indonesia, Malaysia, Philippines, China, South Korea, and Singapore
- Latin America: Brazil, Argentina, Mexico, Colombia, Peru, Chile, Venezuela, Ecuador, Uruguay, and Paraguay
- CIS: Russia, Ukraine, Kazakhstan, Belarus, Uzbekistan, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Georgia, Moldova, and Kyrgyzstan
- Africa: South Africa, Nigeria, Kenya, Ghana, Egypt, Morocco, Algeria, Tunisia, Uganda, and Tanzania
SoftSwiss Expects Online Casino Industry to Grow Further
The report concludes by stating that the online casino industry has shown remarkable growth and resilience in 2023, despite the challenges and uncertainties caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. The report also expects the industry to grow further in 2024, as more players and operators embrace online casino gaming as a form of entertainment and business.
SoftSwiss also expresses its gratitude to its partners and clients for their trust and cooperation, and promises to continue delivering high-quality and innovative online casino solutions.
