Supplier News
US – GSA launches new G2S v3.0
By Lewis - 19 May 2016
The Gaming Standards Association (GSA) recently released an update to its G2S (Game-to-System) Standard. The new v3.0 makes the standard much easier – easier to implement, easier to test, and easier to operate. Further, new extensions have been added to support gaming operators’ modern business needs.
“Our goal with G2S 3.0 was to improve the migration path from previous versions, support evolving market needs, and enhance the technical foundation of the protocol for the future. We feel strongly that we have addressed those goals in this release,” said G2S Committee Chair Kevin Higgins.
New in G2S 3.0 are important extensions that support a casino’s contemporary business needs, such as standalone progressive controllers, mystery jackpots, and EGM-controlled progressive signs.
“Our operator members were an incredible source of both feedback and inspiration as we developed G2S 3.0. Adding these extensions answers a critical business need of operators everywhere and help to make implementing those processes even easier,” said Ethan Tower, GSA’s Protocol Director.
In addition to the new extensions, several message handling and communications requirements were simplified and unnecessary and redundant features have been removed, streamlining the standard and enhancing its ease of implementation. Further, two new companion specifications were added, standardising software download and installation processes and increasing ease of use:
· PKG (Package Manifest File Format) v1.0 standardises the format in which software packages are delivered to download servers.
· PRF (Peripheral Manifest File Format) v1.0 standardises the format in which peripheral firmware is delivered to EGM manufacturers for integration into downloadable software packages.
The new G2S 3.0 is one of 11 standards GSA recently released, all of which were designed specifically to further enhance the global gaming industry and unleash the creativity of its developers. Each of the standards is available for free to all GSA members on GSA’s website, www.gamingstandards.com.
