NOVOMATIC unveils new gaming technologies and wins multiple awards at ICE Barcelona 2026

NOVOMATIC displayed its gaming technology portfolio at a 4,500 m² booth during ICE Barcelona 2026, held January 19–21.

Subsidiaries and partners, including NOVOMATIC Gaming Spain, UK, Italia, LÖWEN ENTERTAINMENT, APEX, and Ainsworth, presented the latest cabinets, games, and system solutions, while a dedicated Latin America zone further highlighted the group’s presence in over 130 markets. 

The booth combined cutting-edge technology with hospitality, featuring Austrian cuisine, the AdmiralBet Pub, a darts challenge with pro Max Hopp, and a Fiesta Spirit™ photo booth.

NOVOMATIC highlighted its premium portfolio during the show, including V.I.P. X Galaxy™ 2.65 and new V.I.P. X Galaxy™ Lounge 2.65, along with the flagship DIAMOND X™ Quattro 1.55J. These cabinets feature advanced displays, touch decks, sound systems, and support for multiple games and jackpots.

The company also used the show to highlight its Linked Progressives and Multiple Feature Games portfolio. During ICE, NOVOMATIC unveiled several additions to its XTENSION WORLD game universe, including the debut of VISION LINK™, a new jackpot concept designed to boost player engagement and time on device. XTENSION LINK™ Volume 5 expanded one of the company’s most successful game families, while IMPERA PROLINK™ 2 introduced additional feature-driven jackpot mechanics.

On the NOVO LINE™ platform, RISING TREASURES™ II expanded the established brand with new themes and bonus structures. The showcase was rounded out by customizable game mixes such as GAMINATOR™ X5 and Impera Line HD™ Edition 10, offering operators tools to tailor content to local market needs.

In the electronic table games segment, Novo Unity™ Pro reaffirmed its position as a leading ETG platform, supporting games, including Roulette, Blackjack, Baccarat, and Sic Bo through a modular architecture that enhances table utilization and betting flexibility.

NOVOMATIC’s Casino Management System NOVOVISION™ also drew strong interest, with demonstrations highlighting its real-time analytics, scalable architecture, and comprehensive floor-wide integration capabilities.

NOVOMATIC capped its ICE 2026 presence by emerging as the most decorated company at the European Casino Awards, securing four major prizes. The group won Best Slot Machine for its DIAMOND X™ Quattro 1.55J, Best Electronic Table Gaming Product for Novo Unity™ Pro, Best CMS/Software Product for NOVOVISION™, and the Sustainability Initiative Award for its Photovoltaic Systems.

NOVOMATIC also received the ICE Landmark Award 2026 to honor its founder, Prof. Johann F. Graf, for 45 years with the company. The award was accepted by Stefan Krenn, Member of the Executive Board of NOVOMATIC AG, on behalf of Prof. Graf.

“ICE 2026 marked yet another defining moment for NOVOMATIC,” Stefan Krenn, Member of the Executive Board of NOVOMATIC AG, said. “The international recognition that we received reflects the consistency of our strategic course and the capabilities of our technology solutions.”

He said that the group’s award-winning portfolio of cabinets, games, electronic table game platforms, and system intelligence demonstrated the scale and cohesion of its global offering, while also acknowledging the trust of customers and partners worldwide and the dedication of more than 26,000 employees.

Thomas Schmalzer, Vice President of Global Sales and Product Management at NOVOMATIC AG, said that the response to the company’s innovations confirmed they are meeting the evolving needs of modern gaming floors.

“We greatly value the close collaboration with our customers and partners worldwide, whose feedback enables our teams to deliver state-of-the-art products and solutions that drive player satisfaction and operator performance,” he said. “We look forward to a successful year for the industry and to meeting again at ICE 2027 and other international events in the months ahead.”