Isle of Man – June 5 2007 - Microgaming announces it has signed a licensing deal with one of the world’s most famous families, The Osbournes. The deal will see Ozzy, Sharon, Jack and Kelly feature in a special series of cutting edge, graphic rich video slots, planned for launch later in the year.

The announcement follows swiftly on the launch of the Hitman and in the footsteps of Microgaming’s hugely successful Lara Croft series, both of which have proved massively successful among the playing community.

Premiering on MTV in 2002, the Emmy Award-winning reality series – The Osbournes, ran through to March 2005 and in its first season, was cited as the most-viewed series ever on MTV.  Since then, all members of the family have gone on to enjoy successful music or television careers on a global scale.  

Roger Raatgever, CEO, Microgaming, says, “I can honestly say that when I came into this business I would never have believed that one day we would be welcoming Ozzy Osbourne and his family into the fold, but this goes to show how far we have come. Online gaming is well and truly part of the entertainment mix and we can’t wait to launch our cutting edge Osbourne video slot to players later this year. We promise it will be a game to remember.”


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Since the company developed the first true online casino software over a decade ago, it has led the industry in providing innovative, reliable gaming solutions. Thanks to an unrivalled R&D programme, that averages 60 games per year and a unique ‘partnership’ approach to working with operators; Microgaming powers 120 of the world’s most profitable casino sites, delivering over 300 games. The Microgaming Progressive Jackpot Network is the world’s largest progressive and has paid out a record $225m plus in the last four years.

Microgaming software also powers the world’s leading poker network. With over 40 card rooms and one of the most aggressive tournament schedules on the web, the Microgaming Poker Network ensures players will always find an active table, as well as the hottest action.

As a founding member of eCOGRA, Microgaming is at the forefront of an initiative focused on setting the highest standards in the gaming industry, most notably in the areas of fair gaming, responsible operator conduct and player protection.