Evolution AB Renews and Expands Partnership with PokerStars as Exclusive Live Casino Provider in North America
Partnership between Evolution and PokerStars is extended, with Evolution now exclusively offering live casino games.
In a significant move for the online gaming industry, Evolution AB has renewed and expanded its long-standing partnership with PokerStars, becoming the exclusive live casino provider for the gaming giant in North America. This multi-year agreement, announced in late July 2025, comes as a testament to the strength of their relationship and their shared commitment to delivering the best Live Casino experience to players across the U.S.
Under the terms of this extensive partnership, PokerStars players in regulated markets such as New Jersey, Michigan, Pennsylvania, and Ontario will have exclusive access to Evolution’s full portfolio of live dealer casino games and innovative game shows. This includes popular titles like Crazy Time, Lightning Roulette, Craps, Blackjack, Roulette, and Baccarat, as well as other immersive experiences like Monopoly Live, thanks to Evolution’s recent multi-year exclusive licensing partnership with Hasbro.
The expanded partnership marks Evolution as the sole live casino operator for PokerStars in the U.S., reinforcing their decade-long collaboration that began in Europe in 2015 and entered the U.S. market in 2018. Evolution’s technological leadership and innovative game formats featuring augmented reality and branded content will undoubtedly enhance the player experience in North America. The agreement also indicates forthcoming new live casino content releases for PokerStars.
Despite the expanded live casino offerings, a recent report notes that PokerStars continues to emphasize traditional formats, with less focus on crypto-native gaming segments. However, this strategic shift towards live games reflects the rising demand for casino games, coinciding with record-breaking attendance numbers at live poker events.
In 2024, the World Series of Poker's Main Event saw a record-breaking 10,112 participants, and PokerStars has reaffirmed its commitment to Evolution as a partner that can deliver for their customers in the growing market for live casino games. As a result, popular games like live roulette, blackjack, and baccarat tables will be embedded directly within PokerStars' site, offering players an immersive and seamless gaming experience.
Moreover, PokerStars has shown a renewed commitment to in-person poker events, particularly in North America, with the return of the North American Poker Tour (NAPT) to Las Vegas in November 2025. The NAPT Main Event will feature a $3 million guaranteed prize pool and various high-roller and women's events, underscoring PokerStars' dedication to catering to diverse player communities.
Evolution North America CCO, Marcus Huber, stated that the partnership is a testament to the strength of their relationship and their shared commitment to delivering the best Live Casino experience to players across the U.S. As the company continues to lead in live dealer solutions, offering cutting-edge technology and a vast portfolio of exclusive games like Crazy Time and Monopoly Live, this expanded partnership aims to chart a course for future expansion in the US, capitalizing on the ongoing legalization and regulation of online gaming across North America.
- Evolution AB's partnership with PokerStars, now exclusive in North America, signifies a significant move in the online casino industry.
- The extended partnership marks Evolution as the sole live casino operator for PokerStars in the U.S., reinforcing their decade-long collaboration.
- PokerStars players in regulated markets will have exclusive access to Evolution’s livelier casino games like Crazy Time, Lightning Roulette, Blackjack, Roulette, and more.
- Despite the focus on live casino games, PokerStars continues to maintain traditional formats, with less emphasis on crypto-native gaming segments.
- The World Series of Poker's Main Event in 2024 saw a record-breaking 10,112 participants, reflecting the growing demand for casino games.
- PokerStars has reaffirmed its commitment to Evolution as a partner, offering players an immersive experience with live roulette, blackjack, and baccarat tables.
- The NAPT Main Event, returning to Las Vegas in November 2025, features a $3 million guaranteed prize pool and diverse events, underscoring PokerStars' dedication to its diverse player community.
- As Evolution continues to lead in live dealer solutions, this expanded partnership aims to capitalize on the ongoing legalization and regulation of online gaming across North America.
