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TOP-5 independent game testing labs
Why do we need laboratories at all
In licensed iGaming, the outcomes of spins and rounds are determined on remote game servers of providers and depend on the certified RNG and the mathematics of the game. Independent laboratories (typically ISO/IEC 17025 accredited) verify randomness, RTP/volatility correctness, build integrity, update processes, and compliance (UKGC, MGA, Isle of Man, Gibraltar, Ontario/AGCO, rows of Latin American and Asia Pacific jurisdictions).
Below are the key players in the testing market.
Laboratory TOP-5
1) Gaming Laboratories International (GLI)
What are known for: the largest global network of test centers with the widest geography of accreditations and "maps" of jurisdictions. Often the first instance for complex products (jackpots, lotteries, betting pools, platform systems).
What is being tested: RNG, matmodel and RTP, functionality and UX rules, RGS/platform protocols, jackpot engines, reporting, monitoring channels.
When to choose: multi-jurisdictional releases, launches in North America, Latin America and APAC, complex platform and casino system integrations (wallet, PAM, responsible tools).
2) BMM Testlabs
What they are known for: One of the industry's oldest and most recognized test houses with strong expertise in system testing and platform/terminal certification.
What they test: RNG/RTP, content of slots and board games, system solutions (PAM, reporting, jackpot servers), field compliance checks.
When to choose: if the depth of system checks, large-scale back-office requirements and access to regulated markets in both Americas and Europe are important.
3) eCOGRA
What they are known for: originally as the "industry standard for fair play" in the online sector; strong focus on remote game servers, processes, standard fair play and ADR (alternative dispute resolution) policies in a number of jurisdictions.
What they test: RNG and statistics, compliance with the declared RTP, information security and change-management processes, operator compliance with fair play principles, audit of annual reports on games.
When to choose: online content "pure" iGaming (slots/tables/live), when the balance of the speed of certification and the depth of the "paper" audit of processes is important.
4) iTech Labs
What they are known for: a practical and fast test house for online slots and board games, often the first choice for studios when releasing in Europe, Australia and a number of Asian markets.
What they test: RNG, RTP/volatility through massive simulations, functional correctness of games, compliance with the guides of providers and regulators.
When to choose: when to quickly and predictably certify a line of slots/casual games in several European jurisdictions and on "white" .com markets.
5) QUINEL
What are known for: European test house with focus on MGA/Italy/Spain and other EU markets; good bundle "game content + platform."
What is being tested: RNG, RTP/matmodel, reporting, RGS integration, compliance with local technical requirements (reporting formats, game help, RTP visibility, etc.).
When to choose: when entering European markets with increased requirements for reporting and visibility of game parameters.
What exactly any respected laboratory checks
RNG and statistics: NIST/Diehard/TestU01, p-values, lack of correlations/predictability.
RTP and mathematics: simulation of millions/billions of spins, confidence intervals, hit/bonus frequency, distribution of winnings.
Functionality: pay tables, rules, bonuses, "edge" scenarios (disconnection, rollback, car backs).
Integrity and security: digital signatures and hash lists, version control, change-management processes, key management, access logs.
Compliance with jurisdictions: mandatory UI/UX elements, RTP visibility, reporting to the regulator, Responsible Gambling requirements.
How to choose a laboratory for your task
1) Geography and jurisdiction.
Check the current list of regulators whose requirements the laboratory covers and the availability of local offices/experts.
2) Portfolio and SLA.
Ask about the average lead time for test types, the practice of parallel certification of several RTP variants, and the cost of retesting for minor edits.
3) Product type.
Slots/tables/live/jackpots/skill-based/instant games/better products - specify the laboratory experience in your segment.
4) Integration and reporting.
How confidently the laboratory works with RGS, PAM and regulatory reporting gateways, are there ready-made checklists for your platform.
5) Security processes.
Availability of ISO/IEC 17025, witness test practice, field inspections, audit trails and transparency of incident communications.
Frequent questions
Do I need different certificates for different RTPs?
Yes, in most jurisdictions, each RTP option is taken into account separately (or as part of one report with an explicit list of options and their applicability).
Can the certificate be "transferred" between jurisdictions?
Sometimes - partially. The basic part (RNG/mathematics) is recognized, but the requirements of UI/reporting/log formats may require additional tests.
Who initiates the anomaly investigation?
Operator or regulator through the provider: according to the ID of the rounds, the laboratory (or provider with the provision of artifacts) reproduces the outcomes and checks the logs.
Short studio/operator checklist before submission to the test
Fixed versions of the game and pay tables; prepared a hash list of artifacts.
RTP variants and jurisdictions of application are described.
Test accounts/cases on RGS, access to logs and round-replay have been formed.
Prepared documents on processes: change-management, incidents, key-management.
Tested help games, RTP visibility, betting boundaries, correct localizations.
GLI and BMM - "heavy artillery" for global and system projects; eCOGRA and iTech Labs are fast and reliable partners for online content; QUINEL is a strong European benchmark. Any of these labs will ensure RNG, RTP and product and regulatory compliance checks - and the choice depends on your markets, game types, timing and depth of integrations.