Despite being surrounded by a sea of fiercely ambitious development studios that are each plotting their own way to the summit, Gaming Corps believes it is uniquely placed to carve a distinctly different path to that top podium position.
Built on the foundation of solid investments to strengthen a number of core business functions, the group points to its current standing as the perfect spot from which to swell its influence to various corners of the iGaming landscape.
In conversation with iGaming Expert, Alex Lorimer, COO at Gaming Corps, discusses how the past has helped to shape the road ahead, why a new concept is like nothing seen before, what the future has in store both internally and externally and much more.
iGaming Expert: To begin, could you tell us where you believe Gaming Corps currently stands within the ultra competitive iGaming environment?
Alex Lorimer: I would evaluate our current position at something of a turning point. Allow me to explain in a little more detail.
We are a firmly established mid-tier studio that is operating in an innovative landscape with tier-1 credibility.
Gaming Corps is one of a select few within iGaming that is balancing franchise building, 3 Pigs for example, with content that truly experiments with innovation, which is being achieved through Smash4Cash.
In addition, we are set to introduce the industry and players alike to a new vertical early next year, which will be our Marbles concept. This truly differs from anything else that is on the market today, and more information regarding this will be released in due course.
iGX: What would you highlight as the key business developments that have shaped the recent past for yourselves?
AL: We have made a real concerted effort to truly strategise and therefore maximise the impact of our investments, with these primarily being centred around data and infrastructure.
This has allowed us to make significant strides in a number of key areas. Firstly, we continue to strengthen our team with a range of talented individuals across numerous core business functions.
We have also been able to strengthen our overall gaming roadmap to incorporate a number of exciting past and future additions, as touched upon above. This includes a heightened focus on the development of sequels, with 3 Pigs the flagbearer in that regard.
One final point concerns the introduction of our RGS Partner studios programme, which has continued to go from strength to strength. Each of these points combined has allowed us to enjoy reinforced stability across the company.
iGX: Many look to the land of acquisition to bolster their position. What is your outlook on this?
AL: Our priorities are two-fold for the period that lies ahead. Continuing to strengthen our ranks with the correct talent is our primary focus for 2026, which we believe will reinforce our already strong position within the global iGaming landscape.
We are also proceeding with a strengthened focus on our roadmap of in-house content, alongside supporting our RGS partner studios in achieving their goals and widening our portfolio and range of titles. DEGEN Studios , our first partner in this regard, is one prime example.
iGX: What are the critical factors that you look for when assessing additions that could enhance Gaming Corps?
AL: Firstly, they have to align with the philosophy of Gaming Corps and what we’re hoping to achieve. Any incoming talent must have value that seamlessly blends in with that of the rest of the team, as well as the company itself as a brand.
Having true capability with our company’s creative DNA is also a critical component, as we’re constantly striving to be on the edge when it comes to introducing new and original ideas to the online gaming community.
iGX: When it comes to future developments, what should the industry be on the lookout for from yourselves?
AL: We’re going to have the strongest roadmap in the history of the company, which will consist of many facets. Mechanics are a critical ingredient of any successful slot title, and we will be coming forward with more first-to-market examples that we are sure will resonate with players across all target markets.
As touched upon earlier, we will also build-out our gaming catalogue with entries into additional gaming verticals, in addition to building out a collection of slots that will be sequel-based in nature.
Adopting stronger alliances alongside our roster of current and future operator partners is also a prime target of ours, as well as maintaining a steady pace of new market entries, South Africa and Alberta are currently our main targets in this area.
iGX: What do you believe will be the major talking points that shape the industry through 2026?
AL: We can expect a number of key subject matter to capture the attention of the iGaming industry this year, a number of which will build on trends currently being witnessed.
The influence of affiliate and streaming communities will maintain their upwards trajectory, and become even more important in reaching players in a fast, strategised and effective manner.
It’s also not lost on anybody that the competitive nature of the environment within which we operate continues to soar to even greater heights, so brand trust and reputation will be more crucial than ever before in forging a successful path.
On the gaming front, we expect the focus on gamified products to be amplified as player demand dictates, while AI driven personalisation and player journey automation will continue to play an increased role.
Finally, it would be remiss not to touch global regulation. We have witnessed a growing tide of clampdowns being imposed across recent times, and regardless of what your opinion may be of such matters, regulation is sure to tighten worldwide through 2026.
