Connect with us

Latest News

5996 Conversions for iGaming Offer with PropellerAds’ Social Traffic Type [Case Study]

Published

on

PropellerAds’ Social Traffic Type feature helped a media buying team reach a whooping 5996 conversions for their iGaming promotion. This is a significant result given that iGaming is a highly competitive niche in South Africa and Nigeria, with Europe slowly but steadily approaching them.

We asked the team how they achieved that and they shared their success secrets and challenges.

Important Information on iGaming in South Africa and Nigeria

Before we proceed with the case study, it’s important to mention that South Africa and Nigeria’s iGaming platforms have low average deposits. However, they see frequent deposits, which helps maintain good ROI for affiliates.

The Offer and Campaigns: A Combination of Traffic Sources

Our client is an affiliate of a licensed iGaming company. They’ve launched as many as 300 ad campaigns, combining various traffic sources to maximise target audience reach.

Here’s a summary of all the information we got from them on their offer and campaigns:

  • Earning method: They use the RevShare model, with each registered user counting as a conversion. The optimization efforts were based on their leads and performed by our partners.
  • Target audience and GEO: iGaming enthusiasts from South Africa and Nigeria and people interested in sports.
  • Campaign period: June – July 2024.
  • Landing page: All users who click on their ads are redirected to the registration page of the iGaming brand’s official site.
  • Traffic sources: They combine multiple sources, including PropellerAds, Google Ads, and Facebook. And, while all these sources bring in good traffic, PropellerAds excels by offering the best quality leads.
  • Ad formats from PropellerAds: In-Page Push and Popunder/Onclick. These are the most commonly used ad formats for iGaming advertisers as they perform the best. Still, some of our partners opt for Push notifications instead, since it depends on your offer specifics (and requires testing). 
  • Tracking: They used their own tracker.

Creatives Reinvented: Tips on Creating Captivating Visuals

Creating something unique in the iGaming vertical is a challenge given the high competition and everything that has already been invented. However, the guys from the media buying team tested some slight changes to classic creatives and found out that these little tweaks made a big change.

Here are the two things they added to typical ads that lead to more clicks:

  • Match date: Adding the date of the game is like adding a deadline to an offer – it creates an urge for fans to act and click. And, yes, the media buying team saw a positive effect of this tweak, bringing in more leads.
  • The teams playing: By including who’s playing, you send a clear message to the fans, reaching out to the right ones. No one likes guessing games.

Experimenting: The Key to Campaign Optimization

Launching 300+ campaigns within a month allowed the media buying team to try out different things. They could make data-driven decisions on which creatives to go with based on the results they got from their ads.

Let’s see what they experimented with and how that helped them optimise their promotions for best performance.

Popunder vs Social Traffic Type

The guys from the media buying team wanted to find out if a specific ad format could reduce conversion costs. They tested Popunder vs Social Traffic Type and discovered that the latter one achieved that.

A few words about Social Traffic Type: at PropellerAds, Social Traffic Type is an Onclick/Popunder targeting that helps advertisers cover only ad zones with social traffic that comes from the most widely-used networks, like Instagram, Facebook, and more. 

This traffic type allows you to reach real social media users with no restrictions usually implied by social networks, especially when it comes to iGaming. 

Here’re the results of their experiment:

Campaign Popunder traffic Social Traffic Type
Impressions 96 707 232 61 639
Conversions 5 938 58
CR 0,01% 0,09%
CPL 11.6 8.01

From this, it can be seen that Social Traffic Type drives a lot less traffic to the landing page, thus less conversions. However, it offers a higher CR compared to Popunder. With that in mind, it can be concluded that Social Traffic Type is a less expensive, yet effective method.

Campaign Optimization

After realising that Social Traffic offers a more cost-effective solution compared to the Popunder variant, the team aimed to enhance their results. Curious about the potential impact, they set out to refine their approach, applying the same campaign optimization techniques they’d used successfully in the past. The goal was to perfect their strategy and push performance even further.

The result

Nothing changed! None of the optimization actions were effective and the conversions remained the same.

Why did this happen?

According to our optimization specialist, it may be because Social Traffic Type consists of only active users regularly engaged in iGaming activities.

Why is this good?

Because there’s no need for further campaign optimization when using Social Traffic Type.

Targeting Broader Audience

Our clients also widened their target audience. They focused on all mobile Android users, with iOS users being targeted once in a while. This resulted in higher CR and ROI even though the minimum deposit amounts are lower compared to the US and European markets.

Daily Budget Reduction

Our partners decided they wanted to see if less money spent on ads will change the traffic volume. Their daily budget was $500-$1000 and it turned out to be enough for constant conversion flow.

Wrapping Up

So, what have we learned from this case study?

  • In-Page Push and Popunder ad formats are really effective in the iGaming vertical.
  • Making slight changes to your creatives like adding match dates, players/teams’ names, and bonus information can make a big difference in your campaigns’ success.
  • Try Social Traffic Type.
  • Widen your audience.
  • Include Tier 3 GEOs in your target zones. Although the deposits are lower, their high frequency makes up for it.
  • The number of registered users and deposits shows the success of your campaigns.

Launch for Success with PropellerAds

PropellerAds is the go-to option for many advertisers in the iGaming vertical as they have various niche-specific tools for optimising campaigns.

Here’s what they offer to clients:

  • High-quality traffic for offers in numerous verticals: iGaming, Finance, Utilities, Social, and more.
  • Multiple ad formats and traffic types, including Push, Popunder, In-Page Push, Interstitials, Survey Exit (users who just completed a survey), Social Traffic Type and more.
  • Unique tools for targeting specifically iGaming audience – Demographics and Interests Targeting.
  • Great optimization tools like Subzones optimization.
  • Cross-continent reach: Apart from serving African countries, they also work with clients from other continents offering traffic to all imaginable GEOs.

Maximise your iGaming offer conversion rate with PropellerAds!

Latest News

G2’s 10yr Anniversary Celebrations Continue with their First-Ever Anime Capsule Collaboration with Solo Leveling

Published

on

Reading Time: 3 minutes

  • The limited-edition G2 x Solo Leveling capsule collection launches November 14, featuring streetwear pieces that capture the spirit of a generation raised on anime, gaming, and fashion, with quiet confidence stitched into every piece
  • The capsule marks G2’s first-ever anime collaboration and Solo Leveling’s debut entry into the world of esports
  • The collection will be available for purchase exclusively via G2’s shop front
  • Solo Leveling took the anime world by storm becoming the most-rated series ever on Crunchyroll

G2, one of the world’s leading entertainment and esports brands, is proud to unveil its first-ever anime collaboration with Solo Leveling, the globally acclaimed anime phenomenon, for the launch of a limited-edition capsule collection. With gaming and anime blurring the lines more than ever, this new collaboration unites the worlds of competitive gaming, anime and street fashion, and continues to disrupt the esports fashion space.

Inspired by Solo Leveling’s signature dark visuals and its powerful, underdog narrative, the collection channels the spirit of transformation that defines both the anime and G2’s competitive ethos. The design direction is deliberately dark and understated, with flashes of lightning and sparks that echo Solo Leveling hero Jin-Woo’s bursts of power as he levels up in the shadows of underground dungeons and daily grinds. Each item in the drop balances minimalist silhouettes and tonal palettes with refined visual cues – subtle details that speak volumes to those who IYKYK.

This collaboration is more than merchandise; it is a wearable narrative, tapping into the mindset of a generation raised on glow-ups, grind culture, and story-driven self-expression. Crafted for people who exist online and offline simultaneously, the G2 x Solo Leveling capsule fits seamlessly into the language of modern high-low streetwear, designed for everyday wear while remaining rooted in story and symbolism.

Solo Leveling has quickly become one of the most successful anime series of recent years. Since its premiere in early 2024, it has built a devoted global fanbase and earned nine awards at the 2025 Crunchyroll Anime Awards, including Anime of the Year. The series tells the story of Sung Jin-Woo, a once-weak hunter who rises in secret to become the most powerful player in a gamified world, a character arc that strongly aligns with G2’s own “zero to hero” journey. The first two seasons are available to stream exclusively on Crunchyroll.

The capsule collection is the latest in a line of exclusive drops from G2, following high-profile collaborations with Ralph Lauren, Warner Bro’s Batman, and iconic lifestyle brand Smiley. It’s another step forward in G2’s journey as a cultural leader, redefining what it means to be an esports organisation.

“We’ve wanted to release an anime collaboration for the longest time so we’re more than excited to kick off our first ever anime drop with Solo Leveling. It feels like the perfect fit for G2’s story – relentless, transformative, and built from the grind up.” says Sabrina Ratih, COO of G2 Esports. “This is more than a fashion drop, it’s a statement of where gaming, anime, and street culture are headed. We’re not just celebrating a shared story of power and perseverance, we’re inviting fans to wear that story, live it and own it. This collection continues our quest to reshape esports fashion and create subtle statement pieces that bridge the gap between fandom and lifestyle.”

Celebrating its 10th anniversary this year, the organisation continues to evolve from an elite competitive force into a global lifestyle brand. With over 40 million fans worldwide and entering into new ventures such as its own media house, 62, and a recent expansion into traditional sports via Gerard Piqué’s Kings League.

The G2 x Solo Leveling Capsule Collection will be available for purchase exclusively through G2’s online store g2esports.com from November 14.

 

The post G2’s 10yr Anniversary Celebrations Continue with their First-Ever Anime Capsule Collaboration with Solo Leveling appeared first on European Gaming Industry News.

Continue Reading

Latest News

Clever Advertising opens new Malta office, launches fully paid work experience programme for young local talent

Published

on

Reading Time: 3 minutes

Clever Advertising, a performance marketing agency for tier one iGaming operators and Fintechs, has today officially launched its new strategic office in Malta, reinforcing the island’s growing reputation as a European hub for digital and technology-driven industries.

The new office, located over two floors at the Wembley Business Centre in Msida, will serve as the company’s main base outside Portugal. Its opening marks an important step in Clever Advertising’s global expansion and will bring new career opportunities to Malta’s digital sector.

From Portugal to the world

Founded in Porto, Portugal, in 2007, Clever Advertising has grown into a global leader in affiliate and performance marketing, specialising in the iGaming and Financial Services industries. The company helps international brands attract new customers through a mix of digital advertising, SEO, mobile campaigns, influencer partnerships, and other online marketing channels. Clever Advertising operates on a partnership model – investing its own resources upfront to acquire customers for its clients and earning revenue only when those campaigns succeed.

Silvio Schembri, Minister for Economy, Enterprise and Strategic Projects commented “Clever Advertising’s decision to expand in Malta is another proof of the confidence investors continue to place in our country. Their growth reflects the direction we are taking through Malta Vision 2050, strengthening high-value sectors and creating quality careers for our youths. I particularly welcome their commitment to developing local talent through the Clever Launchpad, which aligns perfectly with our efforts to equip our youths with valuable skills in this fast-evolving sector. As a government, we will keep fostering the right environment for innovative companies to grow.”

Ivan Filletti, CEO of Gaming Malta commented: “Today, we are not only celebrating the inauguration of new offices, but also the continued strengthening of Malta’s gaming ecosystem. We are delighted to welcome Clever Advertising — a company whose energy, values, and investment in both people and interactive entertainment align with the Malta Vision 2050 framework, our roadmap for sustainable growth and resilience.”

“This is an exciting milestone for Clever Advertising,” said Alberto Simões, Managing Director for Malta. “Malta was a natural strategic choice for us. The island offers a thriving talent pool, close proximity to key clients, and a solid regulatory environment in both the Gaming and Financial Services sectors – all of which make it one of the best places in Europe to grow a tech business.

“Our company operates on a true partnership model. We invest upfront to acquire new customers for our clients and share in the resulting revenue. This success-based structure means that when our clients grow, we grow. It’s a win–win model that will directly contribute to the Maltese economy, help generate sustainable jobs, and build long-term partnerships rather than short-term campaigns.

“We’re here to be part of Malta’s business community for the long term, not only as employers, but as partners helping to advance innovation and professional skills on the island.”

Creating jobs and developing skills

The company today also announced its intention to invest in local talent development through the Clever Launchpad,  a paid work experience initiative designed for Maltese youth who have recently finished school and are not yet in work or further education.

The programme offers hands-on experience, mentorship, and international exposure within the fast-growing digital sector. Participants will also have the opportunity to spend time at Clever Advertising’s headquarters in Porto. The scheme will be fully funded by Clever Advertising.

“We believe opportunity should be accessible to everyone,” added Simões. “The Clever Launchpad scheme tackles the misconception that digital jobs at international companies in Malta aren’t for the local residents. It’s designed to open doors for young people,  even those without a university degree, and give them the chance to build a global career from right here in Malta.”

 

The post Clever Advertising opens new Malta office, launches fully paid work experience programme for young local talent appeared first on European Gaming Industry News.

Continue Reading

Latest News

Blacklyte Joins StarLadder Budapest Major 2025 as its Official Furniture Partner

Published

on

Reading Time: < 1 minute

StarLadder is proud to welcome Blacklyte as the Official Furniture Partner of the StarLadder Budapest Major 2025, bringing premium-grade desks and chairs to support the world’s best Counter-Strike players during one of the biggest esports events of the year.

All player setups at the Major – including on-stage booths and backstage practice areas – will be equipped with Blacklyte’s high-performance gaming furniture, including the Blacklyte Athena Pro Gaming Chair and the Blacklyte Atlas Lite Standing Desk, designed specifically for professional esports environments.

“Comfort and stability are crucial in high-pressure matches,” said Alex Liu, Founder and CEO of Blacklyte. “We’re excited to support the players at StarLadder Budapest Major 2025 with gear that’s built for champions.

The partnership ensures that every pro player competing from December 11 to 14 will have the ergonomic support and functionality required to perform at their highest level — whether in practice or under the spotlight on stage.

“Blacklyte’s dedication to quality, design, and player comfort makes them the ideal partner for the Major,” said Viacheslav Shcherbakov, Head of Sales & Partnerships at StarLadder. “We’re proud to showcase their products on the biggest stage of the CS2 season.”

Fans attending the event will also be able to visit the Blacklyte PlayZone, where they can experience the same chairs and desks used by the pros, participate in giveaways, and take home exclusive merch.

For more information about Blacklyte and their activation at the event, follow us on social media or visit major.starladder.com 

 

The post Blacklyte Joins StarLadder Budapest Major 2025 as its Official Furniture Partner appeared first on European Gaming Industry News.

Continue Reading

Trending

EEGaming.org is part of HIPTHER, parent brand of various prominent news outlets and international conferences. These platforms and events span a wide range of industries, including Entertainment, Technology, Gaming and Gambling, Blockchain, Artificial Intelligence, Fintech, Quantum Technology, Legal Cannabis, Health and Lifestyle, VR/AR, eSports, and several others. This indicates that EEGaming.org is part of a larger network that focuses on a diverse array of sectors, particularly those related to cutting-edge technology and modern lifestyle trends.

Contact us: [email protected]

Editorial / PR Submissions: [email protected]

Copyright © 2015 - 2025 HIPTHER. All Rights Reserved. Registered in Romania under Proshirt SRL, Company number: 2134306, EU VAT ID: RO21343605. Office address: Blvd. 1 Decembrie 1918 nr.5, Targu Mures, Romania

We are constantly showing banners about important news regarding events and product launches. Please turn AdBlock off in order to see these areas.