New Jersey: Inspired and Rush Street Interactive partner to launch Virtual Sports

March 12, 2024 12:56 PM
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  • Steve Chen — Special to CDC Gaming Reports
March 12, 2024 12:56 PM
  • Steve Chen — Special to CDC Gaming Reports

Game provider Inspired Entertainment has announced a partnership with online sports betting and casino company Rush Street Interactive to feature its Virtual Sports product on RSI’s BetRivers New Jersey online and mobile sportsbook, the first of many launches Inspired is planning with RSI this year.

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The Virtual Sports schedule offered by Inspired provides New Jersey players with access to a wide variety of immersive, computer-generated sporting events that are regulated by a random number generator even when live sports are not taking place.

“We are thrilled to partner with RSI to bring Inspired’s premium Virtual Sports to BetRivers players in New Jersey. This collaboration will enhance the gaming experience for BetRivers players and complement their sports betting options. Our strong relationship with Rush Street Interactive and their exceptional BetRivers platform make them an ideal partner for us,” said Brooks Pierce, president and CEO of Inspired.

“Reintroducing Inspired’s Virtual Sports with their latest new and improved catalog of events, including key U.S. sports, to BetRivers in New Jersey is a significant addition. Our aim is to continually elevate our customers’ gaming experiences with premium content. Inspired is known for its exceptional Virtual Sports offerings, and we are excited to work together to provide a new and improved online entertainment experience for our players,” said Richard Schwartz, Rush Street Interactive CEO.

Inspired provides a diverse range of gaming solutions worldwide, catering to regulated gaming, betting and lottery operators in 35 jurisdictions. The company won the “Virtual Sports Supplier” award at the EGR B2B Awards in 2016 through 2020. In February, it launched its Virtual Sports product suite on Kambi Group’s sportsbook platform.