Twin Spin Megaways – NetEnt

NetEnt has combined “one of its most successful slots with the industry’s top mechanic,” as the developer introduces Twin Spin Megaways.

The six-reel title sees the return of the Twin Reel feature, which has been complemented by NetEnt’s Avalanche mechanic and Megaways, on licence from Big Time Gaming.

With old-Vegas aesthetics, including retro-style graphics and jazz sounds, the feature combination adds an extra twist to the game as the number of symbols on the reels is randomly chosen on each spin, reaching up to 117649 Megaways.

“Twin Spin is a signature title in our portfolio which continues to attract players years after release, so with the addition of the Megaways and Avalanche features, we expect this title will be one of our biggest releases of the year.

“The look and feel of the original have been replicated perfectly to match the excitement of the enhanced gameplay, making Twin Spin Megaways a headline game that will no doubt draw in the crowds for our operator partners.” – Andy Whitworth, Chief Commercial Officer at NetEnt.

Rise of Athena – Play’n Go

The latest Play’n Go slot release is introduced as part of a double debut, with Rise of Athena showcased alongside Viking Runecraft Bingo.

Rise of Athena, is a 5×3 video slot based on the mythological Greek goddess of wisdom and featuring various symbols from her lore, including Athena, Pegasus and her owl Glaukopis.

The wild symbol substitutes for all symbols except scatter, and appears only on reels two, three, and four. Each wild provides a x1, x2 or x3 multiplier. Multipliers accumulate when more than one wild is present on a payline – resulting in a maximum multiplier of x27.

If the player lands three or more scatter symbols the game awards 12 free spins. Wild symbols are sticky, until their multiplier runs out. The multiplier on each wild reduces by one between each spin.

Once no multiplier remains, the respective wild symbol is removed from the reels. Additional free spins cannot be won; the scatter symbol is not present in free spins.

“This isn’t the first time we’ve had multiple releases on the same day; we have built ourselves into a position where it is well within our capacity to deliver more than one high-quality title into the market simultaneously.

“Of course, these are two different games giving two different experiences, giving more new options for operators to entertain their players, and that’s what it’s all about.” – Martin Zettergren, Play’n Go CPO.

Wheel of Wonders – Push Gaming

Wheel of Wonders, which is out now following an exclusive launch with operator Casumo, features an expanding grid that starts out at 6×3 in the base game and boasts potential to grow to 6×6, with up to 46,656 ways to win.

The expanding grid is designed to allow players to experience “the thrill of progression and anticipation with every spin” as they hunt down instant wins and unique features.

The slot is said to include big win potential in its base game via the inclusion of win multipliers along with its free games. Upon fully expanding the reels, players will be immersed into the Wheel of Wonders feature, filled with progressive multipliers, level-up possibilities and the retrigger meter which fills with every win, granting more spins and bigger multipliers.

“Every game we deliver to operators and their players has to bring something new to the table, and Wheel of Wonders does just that.

“Created to bring about another level of entertainment in slot games, with a base game full of features that leads into an free spins feature that has huge potential – we are confident that this slot will prove to be popular among a wide range of demographics.

“Not only across a variety of markets, but especially for slot enthusiasts that are looking for something new.” – James Marshall, CEO at Push Gaming.

Beast Saga – Booongo

Set in an ornate temple in the Far East, Booongo’s 5×4, 50-payline Beast Saga includes stacked symbols as heroes battle on the reels.

Yin and Yang symbols act as wilds across the gameplay, with the fearsome Dragon Beast the highest-paying character. Three or more Scatter symbols will trigger the free spins mode, with 10 spins building excitement as stacked reels can lead to larger payouts.

“Creating quality diverse titles is vitally important in our design process and we’re thrilled to meet our expectations with the launch Beast Saga.

“Within its beautifully crafted setting, stacked symbols mean any spin can lead to a lucrative win and the mystical Beast rewards players upon the reels. We look forward to seeing how our latest release is received by our customers and fans alike.” – Yuriy Muratov, head of account management and business development at Booongo.

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Ramses’ Revenge – Relax Gaming

Relax Gaming is offering players sweet vengeance and thrilling gameplay in its latest release Ramses’ Revenge.

Packed with Free Spins, a feature in which Wild Mummy Symbols creep up on Explorer Symbols to award additional spins and multipliers, the game is designed to offer an intense gameplay experience from the first spin.

The randomly triggered Mystery Sandstorm keeps players’ anticipation levels at a maximum throughout their session as the wrath of Ramses can strike at any time, taking them to a high-action bonus round that sends the winning potential soaring.

Combined with the Free Spin buy-in available for players looking to up the ante, Ramses’ Revenge makes for a bold and mysterious addition to Relax Gaming’s portfolio and offers a maximum win of almost 50,000x.

Simon Hammon, Relax Gaming CPO, said: “Just in time for Halloween, Ramses’ Revenge provides a creepy, high-action slot experience, bringing together a familiar theme with fast-paced gameplay that will keep players on their toes.

“Relax’s signature low-poly graphical style and quality animations add to the engagement factor, creating a slot with wide-ranging appeal that will be a strong addition for our operator partners.”

Gems Bonanza – Pragmatic Play

Pragmatic Play has released its new tumbling slot title with Gems Bonanza as players look to connect glamorous gems and watch the wins fall.

The 8×8 grid fills with symbols which, when connected in groups of five or more, pay out as a win before new symbols tumble from above.

Random colour markings can land on any section of the reels, each with a feature attached.

“Gems Bonanza is a thrilling and unique addition to our slots portfolio, packed with features to keep any player engaged.

“With tumbling wins, every spin can lead to more wins, and with the nature of the Gold Fever feature, these wins can quickly increase in value exponentially. We’re delighted with Gems Bonanza and can’t wait to see how it is received by players.” noted Melissa Summerfield, chief commercial officer at Pragmatic Play.

Enchanted Fruits – CT Gaming Interactive

CT Gaming Interactive have embraced Halloween with its latest slot released, Enchanted Fruits.

This five reel, five payline slot title has a medium volatility level with an RTP of 95.85 per cent and includes expanded wilds and two scatter symbols.

With the base game, the reels feature a variety of different fruit symbols, as well as seven symbols. The game offers ‘playful’ animations which CT Gaming claims keeps the ‘atmosphere light hearted and accessible to all’.

The Witch is the Expanded Wild, while the Pumpkin and the Star symbol are both Scatter symbols. The Wild symbols appear on the second, third and fourth reel and substitutes for all other symbols in all positions on the reel, except for the Scatters.

Sun of Egypt 2 – Booongo

Booongo has released its ‘hotly-anticipated’ sequel with Sun of Egypt 2, which includes more jackpots and several new features.

Sun of Egypt 2 sees players quest across the scorching sands in search of big wins in an action-packed Egyptian adventure.

Retaining the characteristics of the original title, including Hold and Win mechanics, Sun of Egypt 2 now features four in-game jackpots for players to claim. The incredible Grand Jackpot of 5,000x the original stake is paid out when the entire reel set is covered with Sun symbols. 

“Our portfolio has a number of fan favourites, and with Sun of Egypt 2, we have ramped up the gameplay of the original slot to a whole new level.

“With a lucrative respin round, artfully created slot surroundings and an immersive soundtrack, players will be searching the desert far and wide for life changing wins in our latest hit.” said Yuriy Muratov, head of account management and business development at Booongo.

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Booongo – Scarab Temple

Scarab Temple has become the latest Booongo release, with the 3×5, 25 payline slot, set in the sands of Ancient Egypt, becoming the latest addition to the ‘Hold and Win’ series.

If six or more mystery Scarab symbols are collected, the Hold and Win respins is triggered, where players are granted three respins as they look to collect even more scarabs, all of which have a monetary value. If all 15 mystery scarabs are collected, players will win the grand jackpot of 1,000x their stake.

Scarab Temple’s free spins mode can be unlocked if three scatter pyramids land on any one spin. During the bonus round, all low-paying symbols are removed meaning any spin could lead to big wins.

“Scarab Temple takes players to the mysterious lands of Ancient Egypt where riches fill the reels. With our popular Hold and Win mechanics combining with a lucrative free spins mode, Scarab Temple is set to be yet another engaging addition to our games offering. We can’t wait to see how it is received by our fans.” – Yuriy Muratov, head of account management and business development at Booongo.

Play’n Go – Helloween 

Gaming content supplier Play’n Go is celebrating “spooky season” with its most recent offering, as the firm debuts the 5-reel slot title Helloween.

Becoming the latest seasonal game introduced by the firm, Helloween is said to boast “a lively soundtrack” from German metal power band Helloween. The slot takes tracks from their Keeper of the Seven Keys Part I and Part II albums

The title also boasts seven different features, each of which is linked to one of the band’s tracks, as well as including animations on the wilds.

“Last year we didn’t feel we had an idea for a Halloween game that could bring something new to the industry, this year we do.

We don’t need the gimmick of a holiday to push our slots; they stand on their own two feet. For Helloween, the design, the features, and the music all come together to create a brilliant Halloween slot that everyone can enjoy.” – Martin Zettergren, Play’n Go CPO.

Evoplay Entertainment – Jolly Treasures

Players are promised an adventure on the high seas in Jolly Treasures, as Evoplay Entertainment vows to introduce a “new twist on classic casino gameplay”.

With three types of bonuses lying in wait, players can sail to the Cave of Skull, where free spin and dead man’s chest await those who brave the waves without walking the plank. 

Tailored to boost retention and engagement, the 3-reel, 5-payline slot also features a turn-based mini-game, Treasure Map, where players can collect additional bonuses to use in the free spins mode, unlocking more prizes.

“It’s all aboard the treasure-hunting pirate ship in our latest exhilarating game, Jolly Treasures. Showcasing an intriguing mini-game, a fresh spin on classic slot-based gameplay and hearty win potential, it’s time for thrill-seeking players to climb on deck and enjoy the ride.

“With something for everybody – we’ve been on a great roll with some hugely popular titles this year, and we’re sure that Jolly Treasures will prove to be another instant hit!” – Ivan Kravchuk, CEO at Evoplay Entertainment.

Yggdrasil – Hyperburst 

Yggdrasil’s 6×4, 25 payline Hyperburst slot offers players the chance to win more than 12,000x their stake as every win triggers a respin, with larger symbols and higher multipliers unlocked as new wins erupt.

During a respin, a lava flow will run down multiple reels, melting them to one big reel where gigantic symbols of up to 4×4 can land. This is repeated during every respin, further enhancing win potential. The multiplier can continue to rise until it is 10x on every spin, as long as wins continue to burst from the volcano.

“Hyperburst combines the classic Yggdrasil gaming experience with a thrilling multiplier respin feature, turning any spin into a huge potential win. HyperBurst hits a sweet spot where the engaging game mechanic is amalgamated with very rewarding math profile and coated with Yggdrasil’s guaranteed high-quality art and animations.”

“With massive symbols, plentiful wilds, and riches aplenty, Hyperburst turns visits to our tropical island into one of adventure and excitement. We are confident that our operators and their players will enjoy this very innovative game” – Jonas Strandman, Senior Games Strategist at Yggdrasil.

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Battle Maidens – 1X2gaming

The second slot in 1X2gaming’s Battle Maidens series has gone live, enjoying a period of exclusivity with LeoVegas before going live network wide on September 30.

In Battle Maidens: Cleopatra, players join the famous desert queen in her fight against Anubis, the god of death and afterlife, as they attempt to claim his wealth and riches.

Boasting 1,024 different ways to win, players search for ancient treasures such as the Eye of Horus symbol which transforms all non-special symbols into wilds and the ankh seals and scarab amulets that can see players win up to 10,000x their stake.

Special scatter symbols that can land on the reels at any time during the base game to trigger the Battle Maiden’s main feature.

The free spins round is reached when the Maidens join the fight by appearing on the reels in the base game and can be comprised of 14 unique free rounds combinations. Each of the Battle Maidens bring their own unique abilities to the fight with anubis, adding to the battle these include; x2 wilds, sticky wilds, extra free spins and multipliers.

“Battle Maidens: Cleopatra is the next chapter in what is an incredible story and series of slots and we are thrilled to be launching it exclusively with our friends at LeoVegas.

“Battle Maidens: Cleopatra builds on the success of the first game, utilising the exciting concept whereby each bonus round can be very different to the last, and offers a new and fresh player experience thanks to its ancient Egyptian theme.” – Rory Kimber, head of account management at 1X2 Network.

Rosh Immortality Cube Megaways – GameArt

Slot developer GameArt has rolled-out its first Megaways title, in addition to unveiling an exclusive network promotion which sees players collect points and battle it out on the live in-game leaderboard for the chance to win a share of €10,000.

Rosh Immortality Cube Megaways’ theme comes complete with dark magic, beautiful princesses, evil beasts, and the hero of the story, Rosh, and aims to immerse players in the battle for the universe’s greatest secret; the Immortality Cube.

GameArt states that the title strives to offer in-depth gameplay, with features including cascading symbols, mystery multipliers, free spins, extra reels, and a bonus feature.

“All of our games stand out from the crowd, but Rosh Immortality Cube Megaways takes things to a whole new level.

“By combining the uniquely rewarding Megaways features with a truly atmospheric fantasy world, led by feedback from player’s themselves, we’ve created something that’s sure to appeal to slots fans everywhere.” – Stefano Picone, CEO of GameArt.

Fishin’ Frenzy Power 4 Slots – Blueprint Gaming

Blueprint Gaming has enhanced the online and retail title Fishin’ Frenzy, representing the fourth release from the franchise, with the inclusion of its ‘Power 4 Slots’ mode.

Retaining all the characteristics of the classic, the addition of the developer’s aforementioned concept allows users to play across four sets of reels at the same time, ensuring there are more ways to trigger free games and catch big wins.

Fishin’ Frenzy ‘Power 4 Slots’ includes a new super games mode for keen anglers, which is activated when three or more bonus symbols appear on more than one-reel set. The upgraded feature sees every fisherman catch the fish in view and remove the lowest paying scatter fish, while also rewarding an extra spin.

“Power 4 Slots presents players with an exciting new way of experiencing Fishin’ Frenzy, one of the most popular slots from our comprehensive games library.

“Since launching the four-reel set mode earlier this year, players have resonated with the concept and truly appreciate the increased chances of triggering bonus features. It made strategic sense for us to combine the timeless classic with the innovative feature.” – Jo Purvis, director of marketing and relationships at Blueprint Gaming.

Thunder of Olympus – Booongo 

Thunder of Olympus becomes the latest addition to the Booongo ‘Hold and Win’ library, with the 3×5, 25 payline title inviting players to explore Ancient Greece where the mighty God Zeus awaits on the reels.

Incorporating hold and win mechanics, collecting six lightning balls will trigger the bonus feature. Players have the chance to secure more lightning balls to win the grand jackpot of 1,000x their stake by filling the entire reel set with bonus symbols. Respins are awarded if any balls land on the reels during the Bonus spins.

Thunder of Olympus also includes a free spins mode with high paying symbols only, which is triggered when three scatter symbols appear on the reels.

“We are thrilled to release Thunder of Olympus, the latest addition to our growing Hold and Win portfolio. With a thrilling Ancient Greek theme and engaging gameplay, we can’t wait to see how it is received by our operator partners and fans across the globe.” – Yuriy Muratov, head of account management and business development at Booongo.

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iSoftBet – Fu Fortunes Megaways

Representing a fourth Megaways title of the year, iSoftBet promises the “potential to land huge cash prizes” via its six-reel 46,656 ways to win Fu Fortunes Megaways slot.

In both the base game and free spins, wilds can trigger the Fu Fortune pots, awarding win multipliers or the jackpot bonus. When the middle pot opens, players must match three icons to win one of the Fu Fortunes jackpots, either mini, minor, major or grand, with rewards of up to 1,000x bet.

Meanwhile, if four or more jade scatter symbols land on any spin, the free spins mode is triggered, where only high-paying symbols and wilds remain on the reels.

“Fu Fortunes Megaways is another wondrous slot adventure, set in the hustle and bustle of a Chinese market as players look to unearth valuable wins.

“Our Megaways titles continue to perform excellently within our portfolio, aligning themselves perfectly with our artistic, well-crafted games, giving players unique ways to enjoy the hugely popular Megaways mechanic. We look forward to adding another thrilling game to our offering.” – Mark Claxton, Head of Games at iSoftBet.

Booongo –  Super Marble: Hold and Win

The newest addition to Booongo’s popular Hold and Win family, Super Marble, a 3×5, 25 lines title, features a new super marble symbol that collects all visible values on the reels during the bonus round.

Three in-game jackpots are available to be won, and with six or more marble symbols triggering the bonus round, with each spin bringing the opportunity for players to scoop wins of up to x1000 their bet.

“At Booongo, our aim is to develop memorable slots that players love to play and Super Marble: Hold and Win is a worthy addition to our expanding portfolio.

“Along with the Hold and Win mechanics that are proving very popular with players right now, we’ve spiced up the bonus round with the inclusion of a red-hot Super Marble that has the power to collect scorching wins.” – Yuriy Muratov, head of account management and business development at Booongo.

Spearhead Studios – Royal Crown

Aiming to embrace the traditional style of classic slots whilst integrating modern features, Spearhead Studios introduced the 5×3, ten payline Royal Crown.

Reels two, three and four can contain wild symbols. If there is a winning combination which involves a wild, it can expand and fill the entire reel and replaces any symbol except the scatter symbol. A maximum of three wild symbols can land on a single spin.

There are two scatter symbols in this game which consist of the dollar and star. The dollar can land on any reel and if a player lands three or more in one spin it rewards a pay out. The star symbol can only land on reels one, three and five and pays out for three instances of the symbol.

“With Royal Crown we are staying true to our motto of building local games for local markets. This is a well-known and loved type of game in the German and Eastern European markets. We have launched several titles for these markets and Royal Crown is a very nice addition.

“All these slots are performing really well, and we expect Royal Crown to have a similar success.” – Mathias Larsson, managing director of Spearhead Studios.

Realistic Games – Pentagram 5000

Casino content developer Realistic Games has introduced the 3-reel, 5-win line Pentagram 5000, set in overgrown ruins and featuring a free spins round with a doubling symbol to boost winning chances and engagement.

Triggered when the pent, star and gram symbols appear on any win line, the bonus round awards an initial ten free spins and a 1x bet multiplier which both increase with every coinciding win.

Players are offered even more excitement when the Pentagram symbol appears in any position on the middle reel, as the free spin total doubles to create greater opportunity for big rewards of up to 5000x the bet.

“Pentagram 5000 is a landmark addition to our slot offering and reflects a general trend to offer games with a higher return to player, attracting both casual slot fans and casino enthusiasts.

“Years after release, the original Pentagram is still a player favourite, and we expect that the simple gameplay and rewarding bonus round in the sequel will prove to be equally popular with players.” – Robert Lee, Commercial Director at Realistic Games.

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Booongo – Aztec Sun

Adventure awaits for all those who are ready to bask in the light of Booongo’s latest Hold and Win game, Aztec Sun.

The secrets of the Aztec temples will all be revealed in the developer’s new 3×5, 25 paylines slot.

Collect at least six Aztec Suns and then hold in the respins series for even more suns to come out and shine. Punters will also have the opportunity of winning x1000 their stake when 15 suns land on the reels and awards the grand jackpot.

Hold a little longer, and players could receive high paying symbols in the bonus round where at least three scatters could land on the reels and award an additional eight free spins.

“Aztec Sun is an exciting adventure slot and a welcome addition to our Hold and Win portfolio of games.

“Our latest game is packed full of features that gives players a greater chance of winning from a single spin, plus the three in-game jackpots are sure to drive interest even further.” –Yuriy Muratov, head of account management and business development at Booongo.

Pragmatic Play – Pyramid King

Online casino content provider Pragmatic Play invites players to the deserts of Ancient Egypt in its latest title, Pyramid King.

The 25-payline video slot features several high paying symbols, including an Ankh, Ring, Cobra and Anubis mask, all of which can lead to big wins whilst the Pharaoh Mask acts as a wild.

If three ancient scroll bonus symbols land on the reels, the free spins mode is unlocked, where a random symbol is selected to expand throughout the duration of the bonus round.

The camel acts as a money symbol, with six or more activating three respins. They also remain sticky, ranking up more respins for every new money symbol that lands. At the end of the round, all the money symbols pay out massive amounts and, if every single icon is a camel during it, players will also trigger the grand jackpot.

“Pyramid King takes a fun, recognisable theme and adds a Pragmatic Play twist with both Respin and Free Spin features.

“Its action-packed gameplay and mini-jackpots offer players an exciting quest to take the riches of the fearsome King back home with them after a successful adventure.” – Melissa Summerfield, chief commercial officer at Pragmatic Play.

Yggdrasil – Lucky Neko Gigablox

Online gaming solutions provider Yggdrasil introduces Gigablox, its third mechanic of 2020, and its newest slot, Lucky Neko Gigablox.

Set in a traditional shop in Japan, the 6×4, 40 payline slot is transformed by the Gigablox feature, where the reel sizes will transform every spin and land Gigablox ranging from 2×2 up to 4×4.

The free spins round takes place if five or more Lucky Cat symbols land on the reels: The reel changes orientation to portrait, presenting a 6×8 grid and even more paylines. One blessed symbol is randomly picked to get an x5 multiplier attached for the full free spin round.

The free spins mode sees the possibility of a 6×6 Gigablox symbol landing on the reel, potentially leading to a enhanced payout.

“Every spin of Lucky Neko Gigablox is a joy to play. With the Gigablox reels the next big win is just around the corner and the free spins offer some serious win potential from time to time.

“We continue to drive innovation throughout the industry and can’t wait to see how the Gigablox mechanic is received by our fans across the globe.” – Jonas Strandman, senior product strategist at Yggdrasil.

Playson – Sevens & Fruits

Becoming the latest addition to its Timeless Fruit Slots portfolio, Playson has bolstered its igaming suite via a Sevens & Fruits enhancement that features the introduction of a sixth reel.

The title provides players with even more chances to win, with five lines that pay both ways and the inclusion of an extra reel to spice up the gaming experience.

As with the original hit title, the game incorporates classic symbols commonly associated with fruit machine style slots, including melons, grapes, plums, oranges, lemons and cherries.

The golden star scatter symbol awards cash prizes regardless of the paylines, while the highest win is reserved for the iconic red seven.

“Sevens & Fruits proved to be very popular with Playson fans all around the world when it was first launched, so we decided to ramp up the gameplay with the addition of another reel.

“This simplistic yet visually stunning slot is sure to resonate with a wide audience. With even more ways to secure big wins, Sevens & Fruits: 6 Reels is set to become another stellar addition to the Playson Timeless Fruit Slots range.” – Vsevolod Lapin, head of product at Playson.

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Booongo – Moon Sisters

Brighten up the evening sky as Booongo introduces its latest slot Moon Sisters, boasting cash prizes and three jackpots on offer for players. The Asian-themed 3×5 title features 25 paylines and is the newest addition to the developer’s ‘Hold and Win’ portfolio.

Collect six moon symbols to gain entry to the bonus round, where multiple respins provide the potential for players to claim the three in-game jackpots – grand, major and mini.

During the round, the hold and win mechanics stick all bonus moon symbols that appear on the reels, with each new appearance resetting the remaining free spins to three. Scoop the grand jackpot prize when 15 moon symbols cover the reels, which is worth 1000x the starting stake.

“We’re thrilled to announce the release our stunning new video slot, Moon Sisters, the newest member of our expanding suite of games.

“Featuring a variety of exciting Jackpots and the popular Hold and Win mechanic, we’re sure this new title is going to brighten the gaming experience and will make a great addition to an operator’s portfolio.” – Yuriy Muratov, head of account management and business.

Red Rake Gaming – 1st of the Irish

This 6×5 introduction aims to channel player’s luck of the Irish and comes complete with a variety of features, including bet multipliers, wild symbols on one single reel, sticky wild symbols and a free spin feature with multipliers.

This new video slot has five meters that fill up bit by bit each time a pipe, beer, shamrock, hat or rainbow symbol appear. The meters fill up simultaneously to trigger various different features.

Filling the pipe meter will release a symbol and a multiplier, allowing players to win an amount equal to their bet.

Once the Beer Meter is filled, nine beers will appear which then fill up and turn into one single symbol. With the Shamrock Meter, once filled it will produce four sticky wild symbols on the grid.

The Hat Meter adds up to eight wild symbols onto the reels and the final meter, the Rainbow, will launch the free spin feature. Each time the rainbow symbol appears during this feature it will fill up some of the side meter, and at the end of the feature players will multiply their winnings.

Spearhead Studios – Book of Gates

Spearhead Studios has launched its latest slot title Book of Gates via German online casino operator Wunderino, with the new title seeing British explorer Sir Percy Forcet embark on a quest to discover the pharaoh’s hidden treasures, using the ancient Egyptian scroll as his guide.

The title features a 5X3 video slot with ten paylines and a maximum win of over 11,000X, and “comes to life” when the bonus game is triggered, as players battle with the Egyptian spirits.

In the free spins bonus game, a special symbol is selected which then acts as an expanding scatter and can generate big payouts. All base game and feature wins can be entered into the gamble ladder to potentially increase them up to €30,000.

“We are very pleased to have released a bespoke game for Wunderino. It’s been a great pleasure working with them on Book of Gates, and we are looking forward to developing additional slot titles for Wunderino and other clients.” – Mathias Larsson, managing director of Spearhead Studios.

Scientific Games – Jinse Dao Dragon

Scientific Games has unveiled its latest Asian-themed slot title Jinse Dao Dragon which transports players to China with an iconic animated dragon host.

This 5×3, 243 ways title uses expanding reels and flowing orbs in a hope to trigger the enchanted prize wheel to activate a chance of four jackpots.

The expanding reels are one of the main features within the game. Glowing Orbs can activate 20x multipliers once the reels fully expand.

Players will find yin and yang scatter symbols which will activate free spins or one of four jackpot prizes, revealing three of which unlocks the wheel of fortune. This awards up to 20 free games or one of four jackpots. A second chance feature can also randomly trigger!

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These are the words of Sebastian Damian, managing director at 3 Oaks, who joined CasinoBeats to discuss what makes the company’s offering stand out in such a saturated marketplace, as well as the reasons why it is “fully committed” to working within an array of regulated markets.

“This combination will bring fresh games for online operators to further diversify their offering, as well as add extra excitement to any igaming session that players will truly appreciate,” he revealed.

“Utilising an impressive layer of promotional tools, mechanics and innovative content, we’re looking to bring genuinely new ideas to regulated markets.”

Pressed on the key personnel driving the business forward, Damian noted that the company is backed by “key individuals” with “extensive industry experience” from both the B2B and B2C sides of the industry.

“This is what we think sets us apart, combining experience from both elements of our intended customer base and bringing a new concept to challenge established business models,” it as added.

Detailing the thinking process behind establishing the business on the Isle of Man, and the benefits there are for having a presence on the island, Damian revealed that the company had identified the region’s Gambling Supervision Commission and its licensing process as the “perfect foundation” to engineer its expansion into regulated markets.

“The Isle of Man has proved itself over the years as being a perfect partner for growing businesses in the regulated markets. Also, having a presence in a recognised igaming hub provides further credentials to our operations, which is really important for a new company that is looking to establish itself in an ultra-competitive marketplace. 

“We believe this goes some way into signalling our ambitions to make an impact in regulated markets worldwide.”

When pressed on which territories the company will be targeting first and how it plans on making its content so appealing to players in these countries, Damian explained that “there are lots” of regulated markets that are of particular interest to 3 Oaks, citing Romania, Bulgaria and Malta as the focus of the company’s current plans which it believes will help it “build momentum and a strong footing”.

“From there, we’ll look to expand into other jurisdictions, including the emerging US igaming market where we see huge potential given the number of states introducing legislation,” he continued.

“There’s plenty for us to announce from a content point of view that we think will add great value to operators and bring truly new experiences to players in these regions.”

Offering insight into what else we can expect from 3 Oaks in terms of content, Damian teased that the company is aiming to “create a synergy” between the online and offline player experiences. 

“That’s a direction the igaming industry is strongly heading towards, and one that we think will define the sector for the next decade. This will heavily influence the concepts of both the content and promotional tools that we are looking to bring to future clients.”

Concluding on what initial targets he has in place for the firm in its first year of operations, he disclosed that 3 Oaks is in its final stages of securing licences to operate from key igaming jurisdictions including Malta, Bulgaria, Italy and Romania, and hopes to build some “strong commercial momentum” across 2022.

“We are taking the first steps on what will undoubtedly be a very exciting journey for us and we can’t wait to provide the industry with fresh and engaging content that will make a real difference.”

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Stay Frosty! – Betsoft Gaming 

Celebrate the holiday season with a warm mug of cocoa in this 5×4, 100-payline video slot which incorporates a Stay Wild mechanic and a maximum win of x9,922.48 the bet.

The title includes a range of features including a Stay Wild mechanic, a free spins bonus and a buy the bonus option. 

To activate the free spins bonus, players must land three, four or five scatters, awarding 10, 15 or 20 free spins, respectively. During the feature, free spins can be retriggered. 

The arrival of the rednosed reindeer gives an instant scatter pay. If the player lands three or more reindeer symbols, it will trigger the free spins round, with up to 20 free spins when five appear on the reels. Moreover, wilds that are part of a winning combination stay sticky for the entire round.

“Stay Frosty is fabulous festive fun with big win potential. It’s full of Betsoft’s hallmark cinematic visuals. It offers quality entertainment and a player experience for all Levels. We expect this release to quickly become a firm favourite,” said Anna Mackney, head of account management, Betsoft Gaming.

Candy Boom – Booongo

Booongo has released a tasty new treat with this 6×5, cluster-pays video slot which incorporates a maximum win potential of up to x7,223 the total bet. 

The title includes features such as tumbling reels, a free spins round, candy multipliers and a buy the bonus option. 

In the game, landing four or more cupcakes pays out both as a win and also triggers 10 free spins. 

During the round, a candy multiplier with a value between x2 and x100 can appear on the reels. Up to six can land on any spin, with all multiplier values being summed up at the end of the cascade for giant win potential. The appearance of three or more of these scatters during the mode will award an additional five spins.

“Candy Boom is an exciting, expansive pays anywhere, cascading wins hit that’s sure to get players enjoying the sweet treats on show,” commented Yuriy Muratov, head of account management and business development at Booongo. “Our first cluster pay slot, it’s a popular style of game that continues to gain plaudits all over the world and we’re delighted to put our unique Booongo style into this mechanic.

“With the chance to win up to x7,000 the stake in the bonus round, this is one delicious slot not to be missed.”

Valhalla Saga: Thunder of Thor – Yggdrasil & Jelly

Players prepare for glory in this 5×3, 20-payline epic Norse adventure which incorporates Jelly’s new PowerLinks mechanic and a max win of up to x10,000 the bet.

The title includes features such as a Thunder of Thor modifier, PowerLinks free spins round, wilds with attached multipliers and special reel zones.

On any spin, the Thunder of Thor modifier can trigger to create wild symbols with attached multipliers of x2, x5, x10, x50 or x100. 

Moreover, a bonus respin can trigger if the player has four scatter symbols in view. This will respin the remaining reels to give a second chance at landing the fifth scatter to get into the free spins bonus.

“Our latest collaboration with Jelly offers an exciting and immersive experience, steeped in Norse mythology,” said Stuart McCarthy, head of partner programs at Yggdrasil. “With the Thunder of Thor modifier offering huge win potential and a lucrative free spins mode, there’s plenty to look out for in this thrilling hit.” 

Rich Wilde and the Wandering City – Play’n Go

Play’n Go takes players on a journey to the icy Patagonian wilderness of the Wandering City with this 5×3, 243-payline video slot which incorporates a free spins round and a maximum win of up to x10,000 the bet.

The title includes a range of features including a win multiplier and a free spins round. 

Before the free spins round begins, a high or low pay symbol is randomly selected as the special expanding symbol for the duration of the round. With this, after any regular prizes have been paid, special symbols expand to cover all three cells on its reel. Special symbols only expand when they form part of a winning combination. 

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The upgrades, say Booongo, have been carefully optimised for mobile and tablet devices, where space is limited, ensuring the promotional widgets do not heavily interfere with the main gameplay of the slot.  

The ‘Promo UI 2.0’ upgrades will be released in three phases, beginning with a new widgets system that covers the company’s promotional features, including hype tournaments, prize drops, cashbacks and its soon-to-be-launched new jackpots product. 

These new collapsible and expandable widgets, via a new promo UI icon button, have been designed to further improve the player experience across the company’s entire slots portfolio. 

This will be followed with an update to all its in-game pop-ups, which detail key information concerning promo notifications, free bets and other prizes awarded to players. 

The final stage will see all game menus refurbished in a bid to make it easier for players to understand the terms and conditions of promotional campaigns, including the latest tournament leaderboards and prize pools. 

Yuriy Muratov, head of account management and business development at Booongo, explained: “Gamification tools are highly important in today’s marketplace, and these new design upgrades are an important move in order for us to deliver a smooth user experience across all channels. 

“Through collapsible and expanding widgets, our slots are now packed with promotional features that do not cause too much disruption to the core gameplay, which is ultimately the main attraction for players.”

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