November 13, 2025 — Leads & Copy —
Vancouver-based Playgon Games Inc. has partnered with Digital Nation Entertainment (DNE) to develop and commercialize next-generation AI Dealer technology for live gaming, according to a press release issued today.
The agreement marks a shift for Playgon (TSXV: DEAL), moving away from human-hosted dealer studios and embracing AI-generated digital hosts. The company anticipates a first-mover advantage in delivering immersive, multilingual gameplay around the clock, while overcoming limitations of traditional live dealer operations.
Under the memorandum of understanding (MOU), Playgon will form a wholly-owned subsidiary (NewCo) to underwrite the development, subject to a revenue sharing agreement with DNE. Both companies will contribute intellectual property to accelerate the AI Dealer technology’s creation.
Playgon is investing $1 million USD in tranches, with initial non-refundable deposits already made and additional payments due upon the definitive agreement and development milestones. Playgon’s development costs are expected to be funded through its secured credit facility with Pure Live Interactive.
The partnership has an initial five-year term with renewal options. A portion of NewCo’s net gaming revenues will be committed to repaying funds advanced by Playgon. Playgon will retain ownership of Newco and all intellectual property created through the partnership.
The companies plan to finalize and execute the definitive Technology Co-Development agreement within 45 days; the MOU remains in effect until the agreement is complete. The Technology Co-Development agreement is expected to include standard representations, warranties, covenants and default provisions.
Playgon Games CEO Darcy Krogh said the partnership with DNE will transform Playgon’s live dealer strategy, focusing on AI-driven hosts with lifelike, multilingual, digital personalities that enhance the player experience, while eliminating operational constraints. He said it’s a transformational moment for Playgon, moving beyond human-hosted tables to a scalable, intelligent dealer layer.
DNE’s real-time digital human animation capabilities include volumetric capture and responsive character performance, delivering dealer behavior with natural speech, emotional responsiveness, and contextual memory.
The collaboration aims to create the first AI Dealer experience, offering emotionally intelligent gameplay at scale, for iGaming markets across 30+ languages, 24/7. The digital hosts will be layered on top of Playgon’s platform, including its game engine, compliance layer, and integrations infrastructure.
Playgon President Guido Ganschow said the partnership unlocks the next level of user experience – intelligent, expressive digital dealers capable of hosting hundreds of games simultaneously, in any language, around the clock. He said it’s a complete reinvention of how traditional live gaming is delivered.
Digital Nation Entertainment CEO Craig Evans said combining DNE’s digital human technology and real-time AI with Playgon’s live dealer systems will create a revolutionary gaming experience, pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in real-time digital performance.
For Playgon customers, the shift will be seamless. The AI Dealer technology will integrate directly into Playgon’s platform, with no changes required to existing APIs, player flows, or wallet infrastructure. The dealer will be a digital performer capable of maintaining energy, presence, and multilingual engagement 24/7.
Playgon and DNE anticipate providing additional updates as they materialize and are targeting an initial market-ready launch of Playgon’s AI Dealer technology to be available for Q2 2026, subject to standard approvals and commercial readiness.
For further information, contact:
Mike Marrandino, Director
Tel: (604) 722-5225
Email: mikem@playgon.com
Source: Playgon Games Inc.
