Blueprint confirmed 250 registrations on Day 1 of the event, with industry professionals attracted by the opportunity to experience outstanding content courtesy of 20 new game launches which were presented alongside complete money handling solutions provided by sister company GeWeTe.

VExpo visitors were also able to access on-demand presentations on key industry issues delivered by Bacta chief executive John White, Katherine Morgan of Public Affairs Consultancy, Interel and Nick Arron, of law firm Poppleston Allen.

Reflecting on the first day of VExpo, David Purvis said: “We have put a lot of thought and effort into creating the VExpo experience and I am delighted at how it’s been received by the industry. The mood has been extremely positive and the team has been able to demonstrate the power and role of really strong content as operators explore how to best engage with players following the reopening of indoor hospitality and after such a long time away.

“While the strength is in the breadth of our 20-game new content offering, the key talking points certainly on day 1 were the hugely popular titles Fishin’ Frenzy Megaways and Eye of Horus Megaways both of which were presented with Power Play features. The B3 Starburst which has made the journey from online to the high street has also captured the attention.”

He added: “From the outset we wanted to make VExpo an upgrade on what’s generally available in terms of virtual exhibitions/ events and I think the investment has proved its worth. The ability to schedule appointments and interact with the team who have guided visitors around the stand has been a real positive and the quality of graphics second to none.

“The response has been what we were hoping for and I certainly think VExpo has helped showcase our credentials as the industry’s most complete supply partner covering high street gaming centres, pub, bingo, motorway service areas and holiday parks.”

The Blueprint VExpo closes Thursday 27 May: visitors can register at:
registration.blueprintgaming.com