Mich. Admin. Code R. 432.632a

Current through Vol. 24-19, November 1, 2024

Section R. 432.632a - Internet gaming platform and internet game submission and approval process

Rule 632a.

(1) Each internet gaming platform provider must submit its internet gaming platform proposed for use by an internet gaming operator to the board or to an independent lab approved by the board for evaluation. The internet gaming platform provider must provide all information the board requests including, but not limited to, all of the following:

(a) A complete, comprehensive, and technically accurate description and explanation of the internet gaming platform and its intended use in both technical and lay language. The document must be signed under penalty of perjury.

(b) Detailed operating procedures or service manuals, or both, of the internet gaming platform.

(c) A summary description of internet game play, system features, and fault conditions.

(d) Details of all tests performed on the internet gaming platform, the conditions and standards under which the tests were performed, the test results, and the identity of the individual who conducted each test.

(e) A description of all hardware devices.

(f) A description of all software including software version.

(g) A description of all wagering communications.

(h) A description of all third-party integrated systems.

(i) Any equipment that is required to perform testing.

(j) A detailed description of the risk management framework including, but not limited to:

(i) User access controls for all internet gaming personnel.

(ii) Information regarding segregation of duties.

(iii) Information regarding automated risk management procedures.

(iv) Information regarding fraud detection.

(v) Controls for ensuring regulatory compliance.

(vi) Description of anti-money laundering compliance standards.

(2) An internet gaming platform provider or internet gaming supplier must submit all internet games, including, but not limited to, slot machine, table, live games, progressives, and peer-to-peer games proposed for use by any internet gaming operator to the board or to an independent lab approved by the board for evaluation.

(3) The internet gaming platform provider or internet gaming supplier must provide all information the board requests, including, but not limited to, all the following:

(a) A complete, comprehensive, and technically accurate description and explanation of the internet game and its intended use in both technical and lay language. The document must be signed under penalty of perjury.

(b) Detailed operating procedures.

(c) A description of internet game play, system features, and fault conditions.

(d) A description of all software including software version.

(e) Complete paytable information including paytable identification and date code.

(f) Detailed information on the RNG.

(g) Return to player (RTP) calculation sheet.

(h) Rake percentage.

(i) Rules of the game.

(4) All internet game software used to conduct internet gaming must be designed with a method to permit the validation of software using a gaming authentication tool or other method approved by the board.

(5) A submission for board approval of progressive software to be used on an internet gaming platform must also include all of the following at a minimum:

(a) Software controlling the internet jackpot.

(b) A mechanism to authenticate the software.

(c) Rules that will be displayed to the individual or authorized participant that apply to the progressive jackpot.

(d) The internet games that are common to a single progressive.

(e) The odds of hitting the progressive amount.

(f) The reset value of the progressive.

(g) The rate of progression for the progressive amount.

(h) How the rate of progression is split between the various progressive components.

(i) Other information considered necessary and requested in writing by the board to ensure compliance with the act and this part.

(6) All the following provisions apply to calculation sheets:

(a) For each internet game program submitted, the internet gaming platform provider or internet gaming supplier requesting approval must supply calculation sheets that determine the RTP percentage, including base game, bonus games or features, free games, double-up options, progressives, and any other game features included in the RTP calculation.

(b) Where different player options such as number of credits, lines bet, or player strategy cause the pay table to vary, a separate calculation for each option is required.

(7) The internet gaming platform provider or internet gaming supplier must submit all internet game source code and any special tool, computer equipment, compiling program, or other technical assistance necessary to compile the submitted software. The result of the compiled source code must be identical to that in the storage medium submitted for evaluation.

(8) The internet gaming platform provider or internet gaming supplier must provide the board with a method to compensate for or resolve any differences between the compiled program and the submitted program. The internet gaming platform provider or internet game supplier may employ other equivalent methods that ensure the results of the complied source code are identical to the storage medium submitted for evaluation upon written request and approval of the board.

(9) Except where the board has provided written notification that approval is not required, an internet gaming operator must install or use an internet gaming platform or internet game, or both that has been approved by the board. An internet gaming operator must not alter the manner in which the internet gaming platform or internet game operates without the prior written approval of the board.

(10) After evaluating the internet gaming platform or internet game, the board shall advise the internet gaming platform provider or internet gaming supplier, in writing, of the determination.

Mich. Admin. Code R. 432.632a

2020 MR 22, Eff. 12/2/2020