Yggdrasil Gaming

Historical Evolution: From Turnaround to Powerhouse

Yggdrasil Gaming was founded in 2013 by Fredrik Elmqvist, a former NetEnt executive, with an initial focus on innovative RNG lottery and instant-win games. Early on, the Malta-based startup secured an investment from Swedish gaming group Cherry AB, providing Yggdrasil with a springboard for growth. 

In 2014, Yggdrasil pivoted decisively into video slots, launching its first hit titles (like Jokerizer and Winterberries) and introducing the proprietary iSENSE 2.0 HTML5 framework for cross-platform game delivery. This early adoption of HTML5 allowed Yggdrasil to offer seamless mobile and desktop gameplay at a time when many competitors were still on Flash.

By 2015-2016, Yggdrasil’s transformation into a slots specialist was in full swing. The studio released popular games such as Joker Millions (its first progressive jackpot slot) and rolled out industry-first promotional tools, including BOOST (in-game missions, tournaments, and rewards) and BRAG (social media replay sharing). 

2018 marked another pivotal chapter as Yggdrasil Gaming software solutions broadened its content beyond slots. The company launched its first table games (using a 3D animated dealer through its REDUX™ technology) and introduced a full Bingo network product, signaling a multi-vertical strategy. 

In 2019, the company unveiled the YG Masters program, allowing boutique studios to develop games on Yggdrasil’s platform (greatly expanding content output), and also introduced the YG Franchise model to license its platform technology to regional partners.

From 2020 onward, Yggdrasil cemented its status as a top-tier provider. It dramatically ramped up production to dozens of new releases per year (over 40 games in 2020, and 60+ in 2021 with Masters contributions) and forged strategic alliances outside Europe. A landmark distribution deal with IGT in 2021 opened the door to North America, bringing Yggdrasil slots to U.S. and Canadian regulated jurisdictions. 

Today, Yggdrasil Gaming solutions stands as a key partner to online casinos worldwide, renowned for its Norse mythology-inspired brand and a track record of delivering games with a “wow-factor.” This historical journey from a niche lottery developer to an all-around casino content leader sets the stage for the technical and product highlights detailed below.

Portfolio Overview: A Multi-Vertical Content Engine

Yggdrasil Games’ casino portfolio spans several verticals, though slots remain its primary focus. The studio has developed over 100 slot titles, with new releases released each month, and distributes additional content through its YG Masters program. Its slots are built on proprietary mechanics such as Gigablox™, Splitz™, MultiMAX™, and DoubleMax, which introduce oversized symbols, reel splits, stacked multipliers, and exponential win growth.

Beyond slots, Yggdrasil has produced a small set of RNG table games, including Sonya Blackjack, Dr Fortuno Blackjack, and Golden Chip Roulette using its REDUX™ 3D engine for a live-style presentation. In 2018, it also launched an online bingo platform, offering 75- and 90-ball variants integrated with the same promotional tools used in its slots. A few early instant-win and lottery games remain in its catalogue, though these are legacy products.

Overall, the company’s output is concentrated in high-quality slots, complemented by limited table and bingo products, all delivered through a unified integration framework.

Slots Highlights and Innovations

Yggdrasil Gaming’s slots portfolio is defined by proprietary mechanics and recurring franchises. For example, the Vikings series (Vikings Go Wild, Vikings Go Berzerk, Vikings Go to Hell, Berzerk Reloaded) uses a Rage meter that activates enhanced free spins with sticky wilds.

Yggdrasil also offers progressive jackpot titles, including Joker Millions and Empire Fortune, as well as local jackpot slots like Holmes and the Stolen Stones. RTP values generally fall around 96–97%, with volatility often set high to appeal to experienced players.

Key in-house mechanics include:

• Gigablox™ – oversized symbols up to 6×6, first used in Lucky Neko.
• Splitz™ – symbols split into multiple smaller ones, expanding paylines up to 200,000+ (Temple Stacks).
• MultiMAX™ – reel-specific multipliers that stack with consecutive wins (Multifly!).
• DoubleMax™ – multiplier doubles after each cascade, allowing exponential growth (Raptor DoubleMax).
• Fusion Realms – multiple reel sets and feature combinations in one game (Jungle Books).
  Here’s a tightened rewrite of the Other Verticals and Products section, stripped to the essentials:

Outside of slots, Yggdrasil offers a limited range of additional products. Its table games include Sonya Blackjack, Dr Fortuno Blackjack, and Golden Chip Roulette, all RNG-driven and built with 3D animation via the REDUX™ engine. 

In 2018, the company also launched an online bingo platform, supporting 75- and 90-ball formats with standard multiplayer features. 

Earlier in its history, Yggdrasil released instant-win and lottery-style games, although these remain legacy products and are no longer a current focus.

Top 10 Games—Titles & Key Features

To illustrate the range of Yggdrasil Gaming’s best slots, the table below highlights ten of its most popular and strategic games. These include flagship slots across various mechanics, a table game, and a jackpot title, each demonstrating what makes Yggdrasil’s games stand out for players and valuable for operators.

Note: The above list mixes Yggdrasil’s proprietary creations and one partner title to showcase the breadth of content. All games are built on HTML5 and support Yggdrasil’s promotional features (in-game tournaments, prize drops, etc.), enhancing the studio’s appeal to operators.

Global Footprint & Compliance

Yggdrasil holds supplier licenses from the Malta Gaming Authority (MGA), the UK Gambling Commission (UKGC), the Gibraltar Gambling Commissioner, the Isle of Man Gambling Supervision Commission, the Swedish Spelinspektionen, and the Romanian ONJN. Its games are also certified in Italy, Spain, Denmark, Germany, France, and Switzerland, among other regulated markets.

The company complies with local technical standards through third-party testing (GLI, BMM, QUINEL) and maintains ISO/IEC 27001 certification for information security. All titles include mandated responsible gaming features such as session limits, self-exclusion support, and reality checks.

In practice, this licensing and certification framework allows Yggdrasil content to be legally deployed across more than 20 regulated jurisdictions.

Technology & Integration

Yggdrasil’s gambling platform technology and integration framework are major selling points for operators. Content is delivered through a single API, giving operators access to all in-house and YG Masters titles in one integration. The company’s iSENSE 2.0 HTML5 framework ensures uniform performance across devices, while its GATI toolkit standardizes development so partner studios’ games integrate without extra work.

ПЛАШКА

For operators, this means fast deployment, consistent compliance across jurisdictions, and minimal technical overhead, ensuring Yggdrasil’s universal approach to technology and integration: operator-friendly and future-proof.

Awards & Industry Recognition

Yggdrasil Gaming’s innovative approach and commercial success have been recognized with numerous industry awards over the past decade. Below is a list of major awards and honors Yggdrasil has earned:

Note: Multiple awards in the same category across years illustrate Yggdrasil’s sustained excellence. EGR = eGaming Review; IGA = International Gaming Awards.

TL;DR—Yggdrasil at a Glance

For operators who want the essentials, here’s what Yggdrasil brings:

• Portfolio: 180+ games, primarily slots, plus a small suite of table games and bingo.
• Mechanics: Proprietary engines like Gigablox™, Splitz™, MultiMAX™, and DoubleMax.
• Licensing: Licensed by MGA, UKGC, Gibraltar, Isle of Man, Sweden, and Romania; certified in multiple EU markets.
• Integration: Single API access; games also distributed via major aggregators; GATI toolkit for partner-developed titles.
• Promotional Tools: In-game tournaments, prize drops, missions, and social sharing built into the platform.
• Recognition: Multiple awards for Slot Provider and Innovator of the Year.

Concise, licensed, and integration-ready, Yggdrasil provides operators with a steady pipeline of distinctive, regulation-compliant games.