ELA Games Secures Three Nominations at the SBC Awards 2026
The shortlisting for Rising Star in Casino Innovation / Software (Supplier) relates to the studio's recent commercial expansion in Europe.
ELA Games has been recognized in three categories for the upcoming SBC Awards 2026, earning shortlistings for Rising Star in Casino Innovation / Software (Supplier), Casino / Slots Developer of the Year - Medium Organisation, and Innovation in Casino Entertainment (Supplier) driven by the provider's recent commercial expansion and its continued focus on high-quality, premium game design.
Behind the Nominations
The shortlisting for Rising Star in Casino Innovation / Software (Supplier) relates to the studio's recent commercial expansion in Europe. ELA Games has grown its network to over 150 partnerships. Working closely with operators and aggregators has helped increase active users and bet counts in key regulated markets, specifically Romania, Greece, Sweden, and Denmark.
Commenting on the news, Marharyta Yerina, Managing Director at ELA Games, said:
"We are deeply honored to receive this industry recognition at the upcoming SBC Awards. Being shortlisted in three unique categories shows our team's ongoing dedication, as well as their versatility and ability to excel in different parts of game creation."
The inclusion in the Casino / Slots Developer of the Year - Medium Organisation category points to the studio's internal growth and design process. While expanding its workforce, ELA Games operates on a "For Players, By Players" philosophy that gives its in-house artistic and development teams creative control. Drawing visual elements from scratch gives the studio a distinct style while maintaining a consistent release schedule.
The nomination for Innovation in Casino Entertainment (Supplier) is due to the performance of the provider's recent releases. ELA Games has introduced custom mechanics, such as the Winpot feature and the action-based format of Shoot Happens, to offer an alternative to conventional slot formats. Creating these interactive options has led to higher player retention and an increase in Gross Gaming Revenue (GGR) for titles like Piñatas Festival and Joker Winpot.
The winners of the SBC Awards 2026 will be announced at the official ceremony held at the MEO Arena in Lisbon on Thursday, October 1, 2026.
