A new interview with CEO of Riddec Games: Lessons of the first year

The first year of any game provider is often described through releases, partnerships, and business milestones. While those achievements matter, they rarely tell the full story. Behind every launch is a series of difficult decisions: when to scale, where to invest resources, how to approach operators, and perhaps the most challenging question of all, whether to follow proven market trends or build something that reflects your own identity.

This topic has become especially relevant as discussions across the iGaming industry increasingly focus on the role of imitation. Many believe that copying successful mechanics is simply part of the business and one of the fastest ways for young studios to gain traction.

At Riddec Games, we chose a different approach.

In our latest interview, Head of Games Alex Liutsko reflects on the company's first year, the challenges of entering a competitive market, and the lessons that shaped our growth strategy.

One of the strongest takeaways from the conversation is that quality alone does not guarantee commercial success.

"The most important lesson we learned over the past year is that simply creating a good product is not enough to be featured in large, well-known casinos."

Instead, sustainable growth comes from patiently building trust, expanding distribution, and developing long-term partnerships.

Alex also explains why expecting shortcuts can become one of the biggest mistakes for an early-stage provider.

"There are no shortcuts in this industry. As much as we might want to move faster, it's impossible to skip stages or leap beyond our current scale. Sustainable growth comes from consistently strengthening distribution, trust, and visibility over time."

For us, identity is not a marketing slogan. It influences product decisions, visual direction, mathematics, and the overall experience we deliver. While commercial pressure naturally increases as a company grows, preserving that identity has become one of our core priorities.

We hope this conversation offers useful insights not only for our partners but also for founders, product teams, and anyone building a company in the iGaming industry.

👉 Read the full interview on DusinessBevelopment.com