Gaming Associates on Certifying Games and Platforms

We had the pleasure to video interview Zuhair Rizvi, the Director of Operations of Gaming Associates. The video is also available on YouTube.

About Gaming Associates

Gaming Associates is a certification and testing organization with more than 25 years of experience in online gaming. In this interview, Director of Operations Zuhair Rizvi explains what they test, how certification works, and why independent audits matter for both operators and players.

What a Certification Lab Checks

Every approval starts by mapping the target market’s rules. The team reviews the regulation set by the relevant government or authority and then evaluates the game or platform against those requirements in detail.

• Visual and functional behavior of the game
• Source code review and implementation details
• Compliance with jurisdiction-specific rules

We go through the game in extreme detail, ensuring that it aligns with the relevant rules and regulations that have been set out.

Only after testing is complete and all requirements are met does the lab authorize the title to go live in the intended market.

RNG Testing in Simple Terms

Many online games rely on a Random Number Generator. The lab verifies that each result is statistically random according to the market’s standards.

• Samples and analyzes large volumes of outcomes
• Confirms independence and unpredictability of results
• Checks that results fit the rules required by the jurisdiction

We ensure that the results a slot returns with each spin are in fact random, based on the regulation for the respective country or city.

Security Testing and Player Protection

Beyond game math and functionality, Gaming Associates evaluates the security posture of websites and platforms. The goal is to protect players and their data while meeting or exceeding regulatory baselines.

• Website and platform security assessments
• Controls for handling personal and payment information
• Verification against required standards, with additional best practices

We ensure the player is safe and that sensitive information like credit card and banking details remain protected.

Clients and Global Reach

Current clients include PariPlay, Wazdan, and PGSoft, along with many others across Europe, North and South America, and Asia.

Success Story: Aviator

Rizvi recalls a key project that became an industry landmark.

The owner and first developer of Aviator came to us when no other lab would certify the game. We took it on and certified it for the relevant markets they are in now. The success speaks for itself.

The case shows how applying regulation correctly and testing thoroughly can help innovative formats reach regulated markets.

Why Certification Matters

• Trust: Independent checks build confidence for players, operators, and regulators.
• Market access: Passing formal evaluations is often mandatory to launch in a jurisdiction.
• Safety and fairness: Security testing and RNG audits support responsible, compliant operations.