Zitro Bets Big on Paraguay and Celebrates Its First Zitro Experience During SAGSE Paraguay 2025

August 6 & 7 at Hotel Casino Acaray in Ciudad del Este

With a solid expansion strategy in Latin America, Zitro reaffirms its commitment to the Paraguayan market by participating as a sponsor of SAGSE Paraguay 2025, taking place on August 6 and 7 at the Hotel Casino Acaray in Ciudad del Este. In this interview, Sebastián Salat, President – International at Zitro, shares his vision of the local industry's potential, the standout products that will be showcased during the event, and the importance of building high-level dialogue spaces—such as the first Zitro Experience Paraguay, set to take place within the framework of SAGSE.

As a company with a strong focus on Latin America, what does participating as a sponsor of SAGSE Paraguay 2025 mean for Zitro at this pivotal moment for the country?

At Zitro, we are witnessing the impressive progress of the gaming industry in Paraguay, as well as the remarkable improvement of its venues, which accompanies the exponential economic growth of this dynamic country. Zitro has been investing heavily in Paraguay, so being a sponsor of SAGSE Paraguay 2025 is a natural consequence of our strategy. Additionally, we will reinforce our commitment to SAGSE by holding our first Zitro Experience in Paraguay as part of the event.

After successful Zitro Experience events in Buenos Aires, Lima, and Mexico, Zitro Experience Paraguay—held within SAGSE—will help make Ciudad del Este the capital of the Latin American gaming industry for a few days, in the outstanding setting of the Hotel Casino Acaray.

Zitro is known for constantly reinventing video bingo and slots. What products or technologies are you showcasing in Paraguay that stand out from other markets?

We are introducing our new line of CONCEPT cabinets, featuring a wide variety of games, including standout titles such as Rainbow Birds, Wonder Dream, Devil’s Link, Legendary Sword, King Fu Frog, Merging Fu Pots, Fairyland Quest, and Cash Totems. We will also showcase Grand Mega Lounge, our new in-room machine interconnection concept and evolution of the successful Mega Lounge. This latest offering, designed specifically for the CONCEPT line, includes games with Grand Mega and Mega jackpots, further enhancing the on-site gaming experience.

In addition, Zitro Digital is presenting online versions of Zitro’s most successful land-based games, including the new title Avalon from the Legendary Sword series, as well as Fu Pots Spring, Twist Casino, and Bashiba Empress. Zitro's digital offering features a wide range of video bingos and slots, all carrying the company's hallmark quality.

With Paraguay’s new legal framework requiring traceability, certification, and formal operation, how is Zitro positioning itself as a technological ally for operators adapting to these standards?

The implementation of a new regulatory framework aimed at combating illegal machines, granting gaming licenses aligned with international standards, and eventually requiring certification and inspection of gaming machines and systems, is excellent news for companies like ours. We operate under the strictest compliance requirements and have been investing significantly in Paraguay. This legal framework will provide the legal certainty we need to continue investing in the country.

How does Zitro view the evolution of the Paraguayan and Latin American player? What key elements do you consider in terms of game design and entertainment?

Players globally—and particularly in Latin America and Paraguay—have evolved in their willingness to embrace more complex game mechanics than in the past. This is largely due to our exposure to digital entertainment, which has developed our intuition and ability to easily understand innovative game proposals.

But beyond simply accepting new game formats, today’s players are more demanding. They seek out spectacular cabinets, stunning graphics and animations, and immersive music and sound. They want to enjoy everything that makes the land-based gaming experience incomparable to playing online—whether on a mobile device, tablet, or desktop.

At Zitro, we design our machines and games with land-based casino players in mind, always focused on delivering the unique and differentiated experience they’re looking for.

How important is it for Zitro to support events like SAGSE—not only as commercial platforms but also as spaces for dialogue and professionalization within the industry?

Industry events held around the world offer fantastic opportunities for operators, regulators, and suppliers of gaming equipment to come together and share concerns, initiatives, technologies, and experiences. However, the tight schedules of event attendees often leave little room for meaningful interaction with clients and other industry stakeholders. That’s precisely why we created Zitro Experience—exclusive private gatherings designed to facilitate quality engagement among operators. In countries like Argentina and Paraguay, these complement the highly successful events organized by SAGSE.

Zitro's participation in SAGSE Paraguay 2025 not only strengthens its presence in one of the most dynamic markets in the region but also reaffirms its role as a key player in the technological and regulatory transformation of the industry. With innovative products, a strong commitment to compliance, and a clear focus on delivering an exceptional player experience, the company once again demonstrates why it remains a benchmark for continuous evolution in the global gaming sector.