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Big Daddy Gaming gets go-ahead in the UKGC to provide slots locally

ONLINE GAMBLING22 Oct 2026
3 min. read
Big Daddy Gaming UK license
  • Big Daddy Gaming becomes the latest studio to enter the iGaming market in the United Kingdom
  • The studio brings several exciting games and mechanics, with several new releases already planned
  • Big Daddy Gaming has been working on securing fresh content partnerships with aggregators and operators

Big Daddy Gaming, an innovative slots studio, has secured an important milestone in its expansion strategy, securing the go-ahead from the UK Gambling Commission (UKGC) and is effectively ready to launch its products locally in one of Europe’s most lucrative and worthwhile markets.

Big Daddy Gaming is ready to launch in the UK after license approval

The latest license approval builds upon the studio’s list of previous approvals, including from the Malta Gaming Authority and the Swedish Gambling Authority, further building upon Big Daddy Gaming’s geographical footprint.

"Securing our UKGC licence is a significant milestone for Big Daddy Gaming as we round off our first year of operations. We have made strong progress in a highly competitive marketplace, and this approval marks another important step in expanding our presence across key regulated markets," said Big Daddy Gaming CEO Erland Hellström.

Big Daddy Gaming has been working to actively expand its footprint with operators and game aggregators, allowing it to rapidly scale its presence across different high-value markets.

The studio focuses on building products that fit its motto of Reel Fun. Real Value, while also planning exciting games ahead, including Los Luchadores - yet to be released.

Another signature mechanic that players can expect to see is the Double Gamble Feature, along with Buy Extra Spins and Both Ante Bet options, giving its games, as well as operators, an additional layer of engagement to explore.

The studio has plenty of fresh releases planned down the road

The studio is not stopping there as, besides having secured the UKGC license, Big Daddy Gaming also has other releases planned down the road, including Xmas Cash Ladder, Outback Aussies, Pigeon Blitz and Cooped Up.

"We know operators are under increasing pressure to protect margins, which makes the balance between commercial performance and player experience more important than ever. Our flexible commercial model is designed to help operators navigate these challenges, and with further titles in the works and major partnerships on the horizon, we are excited about what lies ahead," Hellström added.


Image credit: Big Daddy Gaming

22 Oct 2026
3 min. read
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