Avanti Studios and HITSqwad Strike Global Exclusivity Deal

Avanti Studios has announced an exclusive agreement with HITSqwad Interactive Gaming to bring Sweet 16 Blackjack exclusively to live casino audiences worldwide. This partnership builds on Avanti’s growing reputation for delivering cutting-edge live casino content through its motion capture technology and cloud-based streaming solutions.

The digital version of Sweet 16 Blackjack has already established itself as a market leader, available with major operators such as BetMGM, Caesars, DraftKings, OLG, BCLC, and FanDuel. The land-based version is currently active in South Africa and expanding globally. With this exclusive live casino deal, Avanti becomes the only supplier offering Sweet 16 Blackjack in this format.

Sweet 16 Blackjack has achieved significant industry recognition, ranking in the Top 10 Table Games in the Eilers & Krejcik U.S. Online Game Performance Report for both September 2024 and April 2026. The game has also been nominated for Top Performing New Online Table Game at the EKG Slot Awards in 2024 and 2025. It features a traditional blackjack experience enhanced by an optional side bet, rewarding players if their first two cards total 16. Payouts are determined by the suits, colors, and values of the hand.

Avanti will leverage its digital clone technology to enhance the live version, ensuring smooth gameplay and high-quality streaming. The game’s provably fair RNG could also enable it to operate in markets with strict live casino regulations, further expanding its accessibility.

The supplier plans to launch Sweet 16 Blackjack across all regulated markets where it operates, with a focus on a **Canadian debut** later this year as part of its market expansion strategy.

Jonas Delin, Co-Founder at Avanti Studios, stated: “The statistics show that Sweet 16 Blackjack is one of the iGaming industry’s top-performing table games, so we’re delighted to have reached an agreement with HITSqwad to exclusively offer the format to live casino audiences worldwide. Sweet 16 Blackjack’s innovative side bet mechanic coupled with the flawless presentation, deep customization, and infinite scalability that only Avanti can provide will ensure that the game will go on to become a staple part of our offering for operators in all regulated markets that we serve.”

Charl Geyser, CEO of HITSqwad Interactive Gaming, said: “Sweet 16 is an incredible game that has already built a massive player following across both online and retail environments. We are delighted to partner with Avanti to take it into the Live Casino market for the next step in its journey as one of the world’s top Blackjack Side-Bets.”

This exclusive deal underscores Avanti’s commitment to innovation in the live casino sector, offering operators a high-performing table game with a strong track record of player engagement. The introduction of Sweet 16 Blackjack in live format is expected to enhance the gaming experience for players seeking both traditional blackjack and exciting side bet opportunities.