International Game Technology has signed a multi-year igaming content distribution deal with online gaming content creator, Yggdrasil Gaming.
Under the terms of the agreement, IGT will be granted exclusive access to a selected number of Yggdrasil’s online games for distribution in the US and Canada where igaming is permitted.
Commenting on the deal, Fredrik Elmqvist, Yggdrasil CEO, said: “Yggdrasil continues to deliver on its growth strategy, and the US and Canada are key territories for driving continued, sustainable long-term growth, and shareholder value.
“We are delighted to partner up with IGT, who will have exclusive territorial distribution rights for a selected number of our best-in-class Yggdrasil game titles.
“As the online gaming market continues to expand in North America, we look forward to supporting IGT’s PlayCasino customers realise their goals through our player-centric, highly entertaining and award-winning games.”
Expecting to feature the first Yggdrasil game on its platform in December 2021, the development is set to fortify the company’s game library with titles such as Vikings Go Wild, Valley of the Gods and Cazino Zeppelin.
“Partnering with high-performing game developers such as Yggdrasil Gaming is a pillar of IGT PlayDigital’s growth strategy and an additional differentiator of the IGT PlayCasino value proposition,” added Enrico Drago, IGT CEO, digital & betting.
“Yggdrasil Gaming’s artistic talents, passion for innovation and commitment to quality and performance shine through in all their games and we believe Yggdrasil games will complement our player-favorite IGT PlayCasino games.”