Booming Games Hit With CA$70,000 Penalty Over Auto‑Play Breach in Ontario

Regulator Flags Player‑Protection Failure

Ontario’s gaming regulator has issued a CA$70,000 penalty to Booming Games after discovering that several of the supplier’s slot titles included an auto‑play option. The feature, which allows spins to run automatically without player input, is banned in the province’s regulated iGaming market.

This development follows ongoing oversight within the province’s regulated iGaming sector, which is regularly covered in our news category.

Why Auto‑Play Is Prohibited

Ontario’s rules require players to manually initiate every spin. According to the regulator, this pause between wagers helps reduce continuous play, encourages players to reassess their activity, and lowers the risk of gambling‑related harm.

For readers looking for deeper regulatory context, you can explore our detailed breakdown in AGCO article, which explains how Ontario enforces responsible gambling standards.

The AGCO also maintains public guidance on game‑design requirements, available directly through the official AGCO website.

Compliance Issues Identified

The AGCO’s investigation found that Booming Games did not properly configure, test, or monitor certain games before and after their release in Ontario. The issue was detected through targeted compliance checks, and affected operators were notified. The auto‑play functionality was subsequently disabled.

If you want to compare this enforcement action with other supplier‑related decisions, you can browse our review category for operator and supplier performance insights.

Right to Appeal

Booming Games has the option to request a hearing before the Licence Appeal Tribunal within 15 days. The tribunal operates independently of the AGCO and reviews appeals related to regulatory decisions in the province.