MGA Games built the first slot machine in Spain in 1976.
Founded in Barcelona by Jaume Sanahuja Junyent, MGA operates from the Parc Tecnologic del Valles. After 50 years in the land-based sector, the company transitioned to digital and today keeps a catalog of 340+ games — close to 300 slots plus video bingo and table games.
The differentiating strategy: slots branded with local celebrities from Spain and Latin America. More than 30 titles signed with regionally recognizable cultural figures — comedians, TV presenters, athletes. The brand aims directly at the Hispanic market without trying to compete in Anglophone ones.
Across our panel of 24 casinos, 3 offer MGA Games — all in Spain, where the brand is a reference and operators like Codere ES and Sportium highlight its catalogs.
| Data | Value |
|---|---|
| Founded | 1976 |
| Founder | Jaume Sanahuja Junyent |
| HQ | Parc Tecnologic del Valles, Barcelona |
| Catalog | 340+ games (300 slots) |
| Branded slots | 30+ with Hispanic celebrities |
| Typical RTP | 95%–96% |
| Lines per slot | 1 to 20 fixed |
| Awards | Best Tech eGaming 2018, Provider of the Year MGA 2019 |
| Licenses | Spain (DGOJ), Colombia, Gibraltar |
| Casinos in our panel | 3/24 (13%) |
The Branded Slots With Celebrities Strategy
MGA Games developed a model that is unique in the sector: sign image rights with Hispanic celebrities and produce slots specifically about them.
Notable branded slots include collaborations with Spanish comedians and television figures, Argentine footballers, and Colombian artists. The company keeps 30+ branded titles active in its 2026 catalog.
The commercial trade-off: the operator pays a premium per slot, but receives content with pre-built marketing. Spanish-speaking players recognize the celebrity and choose the slot out of cultural affinity, not just mechanics.
This strategy works in specific markets. Spain, Colombia and Mexico respond well. Anglophone markets have no interest because the celebrities are not recognized there.
Catalog: 340 Games With a Local Focus
| Category | Count | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Classic slots | ~270 | 1-20 fixed lines, RTP 95%-96% |
| Branded slots | 30+ | Hispanic celebrities, premium |
| Video bingo | ~30 | A cultural specialty in Spain/LATAM |
| Table games | ~15 | Roulette, RNG blackjack |
MGA slots are mobile-first: a design optimized for mobile with a vertical interface and reduced complex animations. The philosophy is accessibility — Hispanic players play a lot from mobile.
Casinos With MGA Games in LATAM/ES
We verified availability in May 2026:
Spain (3 casinos):
- Codere Spain — a broad catalog including branded slots
- Sportium — classic slots and video bingo
- Luckia Casino — a curated selection
Colombia: a certified presence via Coljuegos but outside the panel of 24 LATAM/ES casinos we cover.
Mexico: MGA Games does not appear as a featured provider at the Mexican operators in the panel. The brand has a weaker local presence than in Spain and Colombia.
Argentina: no documented presence at the operators we evaluated.
Licenses: Spain as the Anchor Point
MGA Games operates under regulatory certification in:
- Spain — DGOJ, a B2B provider-type license
- Colombia — Coljuegos
- Gibraltar — Gambling Commissioner
All games pass external auditing by BMM Testlabs, an independent certifier headquartered in Las Vegas.
Industry Awards
Verified recognitions:
- 2018 — Best Technology Provider/Platform at Los Premios eGaming
- 2019 — Provider of the Year at the Malta Gaming Awards
- 2020 — Best Mobile Gaming Provider at the Southern European Gaming Awards
How We Tested MGA Games
Three sessions between March and May 2026.
We opened an account at Codere Spain. We played 80 spins of a branded slot with a Spanish comedian celebrity (we omit the name out of respect for image rights) at a €0.40 bet. We confirmed audio in neutral Spanish and celebrity animations in the bonus features.
We tested a classic 10-line slot at Sportium with 60 spins. The effective RTP was within the declared range at 95.5%. Medium volatility.
We tested a video bingo at Luckia Casino. We confirmed the single-player format with multiple cards per play — the Spanish/LATAM cultural model rarely seen from Anglophone providers.
We contacted Codere ES support with the question "Which MGA Games slots are the most popular in your catalog?". A reply came in 5 minutes 18 seconds with a top-10 list by handle.
We cross-checked figures with LCB.org (MGA company review), the MGA Games corporate site, and BMM Testlabs (certifications).
We received no compensation from MGA Games or the operators listed.
The Good and the Bad
The good
- 50 years of operation — founded in 1976, the oldest active provider in Spain
- Branded slots with Hispanic celebrities — real cultural differentiation
- DGOJ + Coljuegos license — solid regulatory compliance in Spanish-speaking markets
- Mobile-first design — aligned with how Hispanic players play
The bad
- Culturally limited catalog — the branded slots do not work outside the Hispanic world
- RTP in the 95%-96% range — aligned with the sector's low average
- No significant mechanical innovation — MGA slots are solid but do not break the format
- Weak LATAM presence — strength in Spain does not translate to Mexico/Argentina
Frequently Asked Questions
What is MGA Games?
A Spanish provider founded in 1976. It built the first slot machine in Spain. Today it distributes 340+ games online with a focus on Hispanic markets.
What are MGA's branded slots?
Slots with image licenses from Hispanic celebrities (comedians, presenters, athletes). 30+ active titles.
What is the typical RTP of MGA Games?
95%–96%, aligned with the sector's low average. Slots with fixed lines (1-20) and relatively classic mechanics.
Which LATAM/ES casinos can I play MGA Games at?
Codere Spain, Sportium, Luckia Casino. In Colombia there is a presence via Coljuegos. Mexico and Argentina have a very limited presence.
Is MGA Games safe?
DGOJ (Spain), Coljuegos (Colombia), and Gibraltar licenses. BMM Testlabs auditing. 50 years of operation with no documented regulatory incidents.
What is MGA Games' most important award?
Provider of the Year at the 2019 Malta Gaming Awards, plus Best Technology Provider eGaming 2018 and Best Mobile Gaming Provider at the 2020 Southern European Gaming Awards.
Review updated: May 2026. Data cross-checked with LCB.org, MGA Games corporate, BMM Testlabs certifications, and the DGOJ register. Casino.Juegos is an independent editorial site.