We’ve all heard of the RNG and RTP and whilst these are fairness indicators - they still need to be put to the test. The fair gaming agencies below each check that the online casino is promising the correct RTP. They do this by testing the game over millions of rounds and comparing the RTP to the theoretical one. If this matches then the game can be offered to players.
Games are also tested before they are sent for the licensing procedure. As well as testing existing games on an auditory basis - ensuring that they continuously meet regulatory standards for fairness.
Based in the UK and established in 2003, eCOGRA stands for ‘e-Commerce and Online Gaming Regulation and Assurance’. Formed with the objective of protecting players, by ensuring fair gaming and the responsible conduct of software providers and operators.
In the UK, eCOGRA also offers dispute resolution services for players. But it also operates in many jurisdictions all around the world. It’s without a doubt the ‘gold stamp’ when it comes to independent online casino testing.
This agency was created in 2004 in Australia, and whilst they’ve been key in the development of gaming standards in Australia they are prevalent in casinos all over the world. They are one of the biggest names in the industry and test online casinos for fair games, compliance, and efficiency.
This Netherlands-based agency has been in operation for many years. It was founded in the middle ages where it was known as the ‘Nederlands Meet Institute’. UrbanADMinistrators sought the help of the calibration company who began as specialists for all forms of fair trade. NMi’s main business isn’t in fair gaming, this is one of the many metrological services it offers.
The company has offices all around the world where it assists both online and land-based casinos in offering certified fair gaming.
Software Quality Systems was one of the first agencies for the UKGC to consult on fair gaming in online casinos. The company was established over 30 years ago in Germany and now operates all around the globe. The main arm of its business is offering consulting services for the testing and quality of software. And of course, online and land-based gambling falls under this.
SQS ensures that the casino games which you play meet strict regulatory standards, as well as high levels of quality, safety, and fairness.
The oldest fair gaming company was created in 1989 and quickly grew to offer its services in over 480 jurisdictions. If you play at a USA online casino then this is the name with which you are probably most familiar. Their services don’t just stop with online casino testing, they also work with lottery providers and commercial tribal resorts.
The Technical Systems Testing company joined GLI in 2010 but was originally founded in 1993. They have operated for online and land-based casinos all around the world, certifying fair games, auditing, and consulting in compliance issues.
Based in Nevada USA BMM Testlabs claims to be the oldest and most experienced testing lab in the world. It was founded in 1981 and offers international online and land-based casinos a range of testing services. Wherever you see their red logo you can be sure all the games and systems have been rigorously and regularly tested.
GA has been at the forefront of online casino testing for decades. It’s the main core of their business and they have been around in the gambling industry since 1990. Back in the early days of online betting, they helped to pioneer the regulations which are still in operation today. Their services don’t just stop with fair gaming, they also check poker player logs to help detect collusion to protect users.