California: VGW signs social gaming partnership with tribe

Monday, August 18, 2025 2:40 PM
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The deal, signed with the Kletsel Economic Development Authority (KEDA), will see VGW work with the tribe’s economic arm to operate free-to-play online social games platforms, including sweepstakes promotions, in California.

The Australian-headquartered operator described the agreement as a historic partnership that underlines its long-term commitment to community engagement and responsible operations.

Laurence Escalante, founder and CEO of VGW, said: “We’ve operated in North America for more than a decade, creating not only great games, user experiences and entertainment but ensuring this is done safely, responsibly and at the highest level of standards — in line with our core value of ‘we do what’s right’.