2025 Wrapped: GR8 Tech Edition

The report is built for iGaming operators, platform decision-makers, and product leaders planning expansion in 2026. It’s especially relevant for teams launching new brands, entering LATAM, MENA, Asia, or Africa, optimizing sportsbook and casino performance, or looking for proven ways to grow GGR without increasing risk or complexity.

Casino growth in 2025 was driven by instant games and evergreen slot franchises, with crash mechanics dominating bet frequency and classic high-volatility slots anchoring long-session play. Player demographics skewed slightly older, while VIPs continued to generate nearly half of casino turnover despite representing less than 1% of users. MENA and LATAM emerged as high-potential regions, with the casino contributing the majority of GGR in several markets.

Sports betting volume surged, led by stronger in-play wagering and a noticeable shift in esports demographics, where Gen Z became the dominant audience. Football, cricket, and basketball remained core drivers, while mid-tier sports and niche disciplines showed stable, diversified growth. VIP bettors continued to play a critical role in turnover, though overall GGR increasingly came from broader player segments.

In 2025, operators prioritized speed, flexibility, and control. Modular platforms, no-code CMS tools, segmentation engines, AI-driven personalization, and localized payment flows became essential for scaling efficiently. Performance infrastructure like Edge Cloud, along with rapid brand setup and geo-specific presets, reduced time-to-market and enabled faster experimentation without technical overhead.

We enter 2026 as a proven growth partner for operators who want to move fast without sacrificing performance or control. With GR8 Tech, you gain faster launches, revenue-focused product development, and deep localization capabilities, all proven by real-world results across global markets.