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Why Online Casinos Are Poised To Expand Globally

Right now, online casinos produce very popular games in certain parts of the world. Gaming sites in this category are concentrated largely in Canada, Oceania, Great Britain and other parts of Europe. However, given their nature as browser-based games, they also have reach around the world. Most anywhere that real-money casino gaming is legal, people can access sites from these areas; in some cases, they can even do so in a way that allows them to play the games for free, if real-money gambling isn’t an option.
Even given the global status of modern online casino gaming though, there’s a reasonable argument to be made that this category has potential to expand even more around the world. Consider the following factors.

The Mobile App Obsession
Given the estimation that smartphone users spent $120 billion on mobile apps in 2019, it’s safe to say that the world’s obsession with mobile apps is nowhere near drying up. People are always looking for new apps, whether for productivity, social interaction, information, or whatever else it may be. But gaming still makes for a significant portion of mobile app expenses, and it just so happens that casino games are increasingly available as mobile options.
Of the aforementioned casino gaming hotspots in Canada, Europe, and Oceania, many have games that can either be accessed via mobile device, or which even function as their own apps. And looking at the history of this genre of gaming in the mobile space, it looks as if more games could make their way to the medium in time.


The Natural Appeal Of Bonuses
Across all genres of gaming, and many of the most popular games, there are reward systems in place. From mobile apps in which you can unlock new levels with small payments, to console experiences in which your accomplishments open new possibilities for your character, the argument can be made that bonus incentives actually drive modern gaming. And when you really think about it, it’s fair to say casino gaming invented the model.
The bonuses at online casinos in Canada, which we pointed to above as being some of the worldwide leaders, demonstrate this in multiple ways. First and foremost, they offer matching deposits for people who register anew with Canadian gaming sites – which is not a model we see imitated too frequently in other gaming categories, but which very directly attracts gamers who love to get more, or get something free. Additionally, when you explore individual casino platforms in Canada or in some other places, you’ll find that some games – primarily among slot arcades – contain their own special bonuses and mini-games that can act as reward structures for players.
As the gaming world falls more and more in love with idea of bonuses and extras, casino games should only achieve greater appeal.

More Casino Content In Other Areas
Interestingly enough, we’ve actually seen some other, more mainstream video games embracing casino content in interesting ways, too. This isn’t a new phenomenon. Games from Super Mario RPG to Far Cry 3 have been including various forms of just-for-fun gambling for decades. Lately though, we’ve seen some popular console games going further to embrace full casino gameplay.
The most prominent example is Grand Theft Auto V, within which there’s a full-fledged casino. Featuring games, horse racing, membership options, and even penthouses, it’s arguably the most elaborate casino we’ve ever seen within a larger video game. This should only further general interest in casino play, perhaps specifically among gamers who haven’t delved into online casinos before.

Virtual Reality’s Lingering Potential
Finally, there’s also virtual reality’s lingering, looming potential to consider. Some have essentially written this medium off already, and this is understandable. There are reasons it isn’t mainstream yet, from prohibitive pricing to struggles in the development of good games. However, the technology remains astonishing when it works well, and developers haven’t given up yet. There’s every reason to believe that VR will ultimately produce some very engaging casino games – possibly in direct collaboration with some of the existing platforms in Canada, Europe, and around the world.
Altogether, these reasons comprise a case for even more expansion of online casino gaming around the world. Right now most people think of it as a popular form of gaming, but one confined to certain populations or niches. In the near future, we may simply think of it as a massive, global entertainment industry unto itself.

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