In the past 2 years we have witnessed a great increase in the offering and varieties of casino games both in India and in Italy. The technological developments of the last century have certainly contributed to the creation of better games and an overall more gratifying experience for the user.
In the years leading up to the global pandemic casino games have proven to be very popular in both Italian and Indian markets. Italy is home to a young, yet budding gaming market with the number of users projected to increase to 29.6m by 2027. While India’s gaming empire is second only to China. With more than 400 gaming companies, the country is expected to become one of the world’s leading markets in the gaming industry in the years to come.
In this article, we take a look at 3 of the most popular casino games in Italy and in India and find out the technological developments that have contributed to their widespread success.
Roulette
Roulette is now a staple feature in all casinos, both online and offline. These are the crown jewels of all casinos, and as such you can find them both in Italian as well as in Indian casinos. The game has been played for centuries, and many variations can be played with different numbers of players, but the most common version of roulette is played with just one dealer and a single wheel with 36 slots. The wheel is spun, and players can bet on which numbers will come up in specific positions on the wheel after it stops spinning. Players bet on anything ranging from colours (black or red), even or odd numbers, or specific numbers.
Crazy Time
With new games coming out of the pipeline it becomes quite hard to keep track of new trends. However Crazy Time is one of those latest games that is virtually impossible to miss. The game, a brainchild of Swedish gaming giant Evolution Gaming, made its official debut in 2020 at the height of the global pandemic and became an instant success.
So what is Crazy Time? Well, think of Wheel of Fortune but on steroids! Crazy Time is an exciting prize game inspired by the popular money wheel game. It is played on a 54-segment vertical wheel spun by a host. The purpose of each round is to guess which segment the wheel will stop on, and since the game is streamed live, players place their bets on the same wheel in real time.
Andar Bahar
Andar Bahar is a game played against a dealer. Before the game starts each player must place a bet on “Andar” or “Bahar” (in or out) which can be found on either the right or the left hand side of the table.
The game begins with the dealer drawing a card and placing it in the center of the table. The dealer will then continue to draw cards and place them alternately on the right and left side of the game card. The game ends when the matched card appears on the right or left side of the table. Players who have chosen the right side will double their money. Players who have chosen the wrong side will lose their stake.
What makes online games possible
To execute games such as Crazy Time and other live games, casino operators and game providers must put in place a well-oiled technological and technical infrastructure. In fact, live shows require not only a skilled host or dealer, but also many other important actors such as technical managers, sound operators, cameramen and directors. Not to mention the software used to develop the games.
Specifically when it comes to software, one of the most important tools we find in live games is a system called Optical Character Recognition (OCR), a software that scans everything the camera sees to then convert it into data. This is the tool that allows you to view your results on your screen in real time. For OCR to run smoothly it needs to be paired with another tool called GCU (game control unit). The GCU is often attached to the gaming table and provides the coding that allows the game to be filmed and run live. For instance a popular live casino game such as blackjack, the technology would work like this: when the dealer deals out cards, the image of each card is gathered by the OCR. The GCU films the live game, enabling it to be broadcast to players wherever they are. Players can place their bets via their screens as it records every action before coding it into data for players to use.
Another important tool is the one used for card management to ensure transparency and fairness in the game. Most decks of cards used in live dealer casino games are equipped with microchips, so as the dealer shuffles and deals the cards the results are processed immediately and streamed to your device in real-time.
In addition, many wheel games, such as roulette, are actually digitized, so the results can be streamed without delay. It is normal for real wheels to be used, but the use of a random number generator (RNG) is often relied upon to maintain the transparency and validity of the game.
Finally, there is the issue of privacy especially when it comes to online payments.
To be able to provide and maintain a high degree of privacy, many online casinos have encryption systems called SSL (Secure Socket Layer). SSL, which translates to “secure socket layer,” is a technology that ensures security in online connections. It basically protects sensitive data exchanged between two systems by preventing cyber criminals from reading and modifying transferred information (including your personal data) across the various systems.
Due to increased adoption and widespread internet connectivity, as well as technological advancements, the online gambling and gaming market in both India and Italy is experiencing astounding growth. It is thus very exciting to see what the future holds in both countries.
Sumit is a tech enthusiast, streaming aficionado, and movie buff. With a knack for dissecting the latest gadgets, exploring the world of online entertainment, and analyzing cinematic experiences, Sumit offers insightful and engaging perspectives that bridge the gap between technology and entertainment.
