Wizard Games names new director of games technology

NeoGames-owned game development studio Wizard Games has appointed Dimitar Panteleev as director of games technology.

Panteleev joins the supplier from Bulgaria-based iGaming provider The Better Platform, where he served as chief technology officer for the past three years.

“We are delighted to be welcoming Dimitar to Wizard Games as our new director of games technology. It’s a hugely important role and one that we’re confident he will excel in,” said Wizard Games managing director Benedict McDonagh. “We’re continuing to innovate and push the boundaries of slot creation in 2024, and Dimitar will be a driving force behind this development.

“We’re thrilled to have him as part of the team, and we’re confident he will help to push Wizard Games to new heights.”

Commenting on his appointment, Panteleev said: “Wizard Games had some of the industry’s best and most exciting releases in 2023, so I’m honoured to be contributing to its journey as director of games technology.

“We’re off to a flying start with powerful developments happening behind the scenes, and I’ve thoroughly enjoyed hitting the ground running with some truly incredible projects. I look forward to this next chapter and can’t wait to showcase what we’re working on.”