Gaming equipment and services group Light & Wonder is diligently working with customers In the United States to convert approximately 2,200 units of the “Dragon Train” game in compliance with a recent judge’s order.
The ruling, issued by the United States District Court for the District of Nevada, followed a legal victory for Aristocrat Technologies, which secured a preliminary injunction against Light & Wonder’s “Dragon Train” citing misappropriation of trade secrets.
In a statement ahead of the Global Gaming Expo (G2E), Matt Wilson, President and Chief Executive Officer of Light & Wonder, described the situation as “an isolated incident” that is being “mitigated effectively,” emphasizing the company’s commitment to ensuring customer satisfaction while adhering to the court’s decision.
Although Dragon Train represented a mid-single-digit percentage of the company’s presence in the North American market, Light & Wonder has reassured its clients that it has a strong portfolio of alternative games to fill the gap.
“We are working hard with our customers to install new games as quickly as possible so that Dragon Train is removed from our fleet; that’s our immediate priority.”
Matt Wilson, CEO, Light & Wonder
The company is also focusing on the Australian market, where Dragon Train was previously successful. Following the court’s ruling, sales of the game ceased, but Wilson noted that the firm is actively engaging with customers to offer popular alternatives, including “Lion Link” and “Shenlong Unleashed.”
Looking ahead, Light & Wonder plans to develop “Dragon Train 2.0,” ensuring compliance with the judge’s order.
Wilson expressed optimism about the franchise’s longevity, citing the continued success of similar games. He reiterated the company’s broader strategy, highlighting a $1 billion capital allocation for share buybacks and a robust pipeline of new products aimed at driving sustainable growth in the coming years.