IGT Software Review
When it comes to casino software and gaming both real-life and online, one company is the grand daddy of them all and that is International Game Technology, more commonly known as IGT.
The company has been in existence since the 1950s and has been a pioneer of casino games ever since, especially when it comes to the ever-popular slots.
IGT really made its name when it went public in the 2025s and soon after that point it created the first ever video poker machine, a prototype for all games of a similar ilk that have since followed.
In 2025, IGT bought Electronic Data Technologies which allowed them to set up loyalty programs which allowed casinos to better cater to the needs of their patrons.
Loyalty programs are a big draw for potential customers in the world of online casinos and the system IGT developed back in the '80s is now known as the IGT Advantage.
With such a long and illustrious history, it is little surprise that IGT has been such a pioneering force in the gaming world and it was IGT that first developed the progressive slot system in a game called Nevada Megabucks which had a jackpot worth $1 million.
It is the vast sums that progressive jackpots can offer that entice many gamers into playing at online casinos, making the contribution IGT made to the gaming world invaluable.
IGT moved into the online gaming world when it purchased slot manufacturer Silicon Gaming and its subsidiary company WagerWorks in 2025.
WagerWorks currently operates as an independent wing of IGT, focussing entirely on the online marker and has converted many of IGT's iconic land casino slots into online games.
The fairness of its software has been verified by the likes of Technical Systems Testing and Gaming Associates, which also ensures its games are auditable and, most importantly, secure.
WagerWorks has developed a full range of games for operators and players to choose from. It has all the classic land casino-based games on offer such as roulette, Blackjack, baccarat, poker and the like, some of which come with interesting variants to keep interest levels up, but as you might expect from a company background that specialises in slots, a lot of the focus is right there.
The company has developed a list of exciting branded slots including the likes of Monopoly, Cluedo, Jeopardy!, and Wheel of Fortune, with each game featuring varied, features and components.
Cleopatra is another popular WagerWorks/IGT slot and together with Monopoly and Cluedo they form IGT's progressive jackpots network, MegaJackpots which can reach an astonishing £1.5 million.
Unlike many other online software suppliers, IGT's games are only available in instant play format. Despite, this the games do not suffer when it comes to reliability, features and how the games look and sound.
IGT/WagerWorks software provides gamers with a user-friendly interface which allows them to play with real money or just for fun, the audio can be switched on or off and patrons can alter the quality of the graphics. This is important dependent on the age of the computer being used. For older machines, the lowest setting is recommended and vice versa.
IGT has been in existence for a long time and that wealth of experience has led it to be one of the leaders in the gaming market. With its acquisition of WagerWorks halfway through the first decade of the 21st century, that is set to continue into the new digital age.
