Hacksaw Gaming
A fast-rising studio specialising in high-volatility slots and scratch cards with distinctive visual identities and modern mechanics.
About Hacksaw Gaming
Hacksaw Gaming is one of the most successful studios to emerge in the post-2015 wave of boutique iGaming developers. Founded in Malta in 2018, the company built a loyal following through a combination of distinctive visual styles, high-volatility mechanics, and the popularisation of the bonus buy feature across its catalogue.
Company History
Hacksaw Gaming was founded in Malta in 2018 and initially focused on scratch card-format games before expanding into full video slots. The company gained significant industry attention around 2020-2021 as its distinctive art style and high-volatility mechanics resonated with players and operators seeking alternative content. Titles such as Wanted Dead or a Wild and Chaos Crew became benchmark releases for the independent studio segment, establishing Hacksaw as a major force in the boutique developer tier.
Technology & Platform
Hacksaw Gaming develops all content in HTML5, with a strong emphasis on mobile-first design. The studio's games use a proprietary game engine optimised for smooth animation performance on smartphones. Hacksaw holds MGA and UKGC licences with independent RNG certification, and its bonus buy feature implementation has been adapted to comply with jurisdictions where such features are restricted.
Markets & Licensing
Hacksaw Gaming distributes through MGA and UKGC regulatory frameworks, with content available across European regulated markets including the UK, Sweden, Denmark, and Malta. The studio has progressively expanded distribution through aggregator partnerships, increasing availability in markets beyond its initial European focus.
Signature Games
Specialties
- ♦ Sticky wilds mechanic
- ♦ Bonus buy feature
- ♦ High-volatility design
- ♦ Scratch card format