Lord Merlin & The Lady of the Lake – Play’n Go 

The 5×3, 10-payline video slot that focuses on an earlier time in the great wizard Merlin’s life, specifically the start of his relationship with Vivian, the Lady of the Lake, and includes Excalibur spins along with a wild scatter symbol and gamble mode.

During the base game of the follow-up to 2019’s Rise of Merlin, the chosen expanding symbol can form winning combinations across non-adjacent reels. If the high value symbol is selected at least two of those symbols land and expand. Furthermore, if the royal symbol is selected at least three of them will land on and expand.

Once the player activates the free spins round, the scatter will transform into a wild scatter symbol. This acts like a Wild and substitutes for all symbols.

Moreover, in the free spins feature, when two or more wild scatters land it will trigger the Excalibur spins. Each wild scatter awards an additional Excalibur spin. The chosen special Expanding symbol locks in and can expand on all Excalibur spins.

The game also features an optional gamble round that provides an opportunity to multiply the total prize on any spin in the main game by correctly guessing the colour or suit of a hidden card. The gamble round can be played up to five times in a row.

“Our ‘families’ link games together under a recognisable umbrella; players see this and know that they are going to get the same great entertainment as a game they have enjoyed previously.

“However, familiarity alone will not keep players engaged; each game has to bring something different to the table, otherwise what’s the point?” – Martin Zettergren, Play’n Go CPO.

Cosmic Voyager – Thunderkick

Cosmic Voyager, which invites players on a galactic adventure, is a five-reel, 10-payline video slot that features an expanding symbol and bonus game with free spins.

If the player lands three stacked symbols on the first reel it will trigger the expanding symbols feature. During this mode, any symbol identical to the stacked will become an expanding symbol growing to cover the entire reel it lands on.

Furthermore, if three or more cosmic voyager symbols land during the base game, it will trigger the bonus game, awarding 10 free spins, depending on the amount of symbols that land, with players gaining an additional 10 spin if they land another three voyager symbols during the round.

Star Settler – BF Games

Continuing on the same theme, BF Games has globally launched Star Settler following a three-month exclusivity period with Kindred Group.

The title vows to take players on an intergalactic journey, with the reels featuring all the cosmic symbols one could expect such as planets astronauts, spaceships, probes, artefacts, and meteors.

The 5-reel, 3-row video slot strives to increase engagement levels via a number of features which include expanding hot and cold wilds, free spins and a bonus round where players can pick a win multiplier of up to x50 from six hidden options.

The game is certified in numerous jurisdictions and is immediately available to operators in the UK, Romania and under an MGA licence.

“Star Settler is a thrilling feature-packed title that is sure to have players coming back for more. The game has already proven successful with Kindred’s customers and we are excited about this global launch and offering even more players astronomical entertainment coupled with meteoric win opportunity.” – Piotr Szpoton, CEO at BF Games.

Captain Venture: Treasures of the Sea – Greentube

Captain Venture: Treasures of the Sea is a five-reel video slot with 10-paylines, with the title hyped as encapsulating ‘more features’, ‘more action’ and ‘more treasure’ as compared to the original.

The game comes with a feature titled sea change. After a spin, the reels may sink into the sea and rise again with different symbols, and any new spin that appears are paid.

The anchor drop re-spins feature may occur during an anchor symbol win. Once this happens, some reels then re-spin. The wild symbol does not replace the anchor symbol during this feature.

Additionally, chest symbol wins may add extra gem symbols to the reels during the treasure chest bounty.

During a spin, the treasure map may appear. If this happens, the captain venture symbol triggers the X marks the slot re-spins feature. Within this round, the captain venture symbol will float around the reels and highlight positions. These will add to the overall multiplier.

If the player lands three or more scatter symbols, the mystery multiplier free spins is awarded. After each spin, the wheel will apply a win multiplier and all wins are added.

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Greentube

Greentube has promoted Steven Batchelor-Manning to the role of director of games technology, as the Novomatic interactive division aims to unveil a “transformative igaming platform”.

Having previously occupied numerous roles with the company during the course of the last eight years, including his most recent role as lead architect, Batchelor-Manning is lauded as playing a key role in the development of the company’s brand new RGS platform.

In his new appointment, he will lead on the delivery of technology which will allow the supplier to bolster its product catalogue with market-leading features.

Michael Bauer, Greentube CFO/CGO, said: “Steven’s technical vision and ambition to leverage modern technologies is a major asset for Greentube and it’s been fantastic to watch his career advance within our company.

“As we start rolling out our innovative RGS platform in Q1 next year, Steven’s appointment comes at a critical time for our business and he will play a key part in driving the future direction of our games vertical.”

Scientific Games

Scientific Games has appointed Laura Probert as chief people officer for the company’s digital team, where she will gain responsibility for the business unit’s HR function.

Probert joins from global advertising agency WPP, where she was group VP of talent for outcome media company, Xaxis. In the new role, Probert will be reporting to Scientific Games Digital group CEO Jordan Levin and global CHRO Eileen Moore Johnson.

Levin said: “Laura’s extremely experienced in HR management having worked with some of the world’s leading brands and will be a fantastic addition to our team.

“Our people continue to drive the transformation of our technology and products and their well-being has always be one of our key priorities. Laura has exceptional experience in this area and a passion for putting diversity, inclusion and people performance at the heart of business strategy.”

Penn National Gaming

Carl Sottosanti, executive vice president, general counsel and secretary of Penn National Gaming, is to retire at the end of this year, following a “distinguished” 17-year career at the firm.

Sottosanti is praised as having played a critical role in helping drive the company’s growth and evolution from a small regional gaming operator into a country wide omnichannel provider of retail and interactive gaming, sports betting and entertainment.

Subject to customary regulatory approvals, Harper Ko will join the firm as EVP, chief legal officer and secretary, effective January 1, 2021. Ko joins PNG from Everi, where she has served as EVP and chief legal officer – general counsel.

“Throughout his career at Penn National, Carl has been known for his tireless work ethic, dogged determination, and fierce advocacy in support of our company’s interests,” said Jay Snowden, president and CEO.

“Carl has been a trusted personal advisor and a consummate teammate, and while he’ll be leaving behind some big shoes to fill, I’m confident that Harper Ko will do a great job in carrying on the standard of excellence that Carl has established for our legal department.”

Adding: “Harper brings a wealth of expertise regarding the industry’s complex regulatory and compliance requirements that will serve us well as we continue to execute our growth strategies across our land-based, interactive and sports betting platforms. We’re excited to add someone of her calibre to our team.”

Churchill Downs

Churchill Downs Incorporated has announced that after 11 years at the helm of the legendary racetrack, Kevin Flanery has decided to retire as president of Churchill Downs at the end of 2020.

Flanery’s 15-year tenure at CDI began in December 2005 as vice president of national public affairs, with subsequent promotions seeing him named senior vice president of national public affairs and communications in March 2008 before being appointed to the role of thirteenth president of Churchill Downs Racetrack and a SVP of CDI in July 2009.

CDI says that it will immediately begin the search to fill the role of president of Churchill Downs Racetrack. Bill Mudd, president and chief operating officer of CDI, will act as interim president of Churchill Downs Racetrack until a successor is named.

“Kevin has been a pivotal leader in the growth and evolution of Churchill Downs, not only at the racetrack, but across the company,” commented Bill Carstanjen, CEO of CDI.

“His focus on bold capital investments and unmatched fan experiences has had a direct and enduring impact on the success of the Kentucky Derby and his leadership has navigated Churchill Downs Racetrack through many unexpected challenges, not the least of which has been the unforeseen circumstances of 2020.

“Having worked side by side with Kevin over the last 15 years, I offer sincere gratitude for his friendship and his leadership and we wish him all the best in his retirement. His has been an important and impactful chapter in the history of Churchill Downs Racetrack.”

HeadsUp Entertainment

HeadsUp Entertainment International has announced that Doug Wilson has been named as the company’s president and CEO, joining fellow recent recruit Mark Hutchinson in joining the firm’s management team.

Boasting over three decades of experience operating firms across various technology sectors, Wilson also currently consults to several other business entities, including a land asset firm as well as private equity interests primarily focused on digital media, gaming and charity sectors.

HeadsUp Entertainment says that additional members of the gaming, broadcasting, entertainment, and interactive technology sectors will be announced next as part of the firms new strategic advisory board. Both Wilson and Hutchinson will also be nominated for addition to the board of directors.

“I look forward to the challenge of leading HeadsUp into the new era of digital gaming as the new landscape for North American and global licensing is quickly opening up billion-dollar markets,” stated Wilson.

Condor Gaming

Alexendre Ouknine has been recruited as CTO of Condor Gaming as the firm, which boasts five casino and sportsbook brands as part of its stable, aims to secure the next stage of its strategic expansion.

Ouknine bring over two decades of experience to the role, and his appointment strengthens the company’s tech hubs in Croatia and Bulgaria, as plans emanate of potential expansion across Europe and Asia. India, Japan, CIS and Canada are stipulated as key targets for the group’s expansion.

“I’m honoured to get the chance to start at this stage of Condor gaming’s development. We all intend to bring this company to a technological level unparalleled in the industry. The sky’s the limit,” Ouknine noted.

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Greentube – Bat Stax

Greentube is promising a plethora of spooky times via the launch of its new slot title, Bat Stax, available now for all B2B partners.

Those who embrace the darkness in the 5-reel title could gain big win wins if the creatures of the night land in their favour, with Novomatic’s interactive division stressing “the thrilling gameplay requires players to be at their bravest as they head into the deepest, darkest caves in search of treasure”.

Bats have the ability to expand and cover other symbols when awakened from their slumber, increasing winning chances, with a further feature adding up to 25 free games and a re-spin possibility.

NetEnt – Sweety Honey Fruity

Sweety Honey Fruity is a five-reel, 15-bet line video slot that combines an Oriental backdrop and traditional music with an exotic fruit theme.

The latest expansion of NetEnt’s Asia-inspired slots sees dragon fruit, star fruit and melons burst onto the reels and combine to activate wild substitutions and free spins.

“Asian-focused titles are a key part of our game release roadmap as we develop the theme within our portfolio in response to player and market demand.

“Sweety Honey Fruity quickly follows the successful launch of Twin Happiness and we have two more entertaining titles lined up before the end of the year.

“With each slot having its own unique style and features, we’re developing the offering for all types of slots fans,” – Bryan Upton, NetEnt Director of Games.

Tom Horn Gaming – Hot’n’Fruity

Continuing on that theme Tom Horn has introduced Hot’n’Fruity, with the slot released worldwide today and forming part of a pledge to debut more engaging titles.

The 5-reel title features two symbols to look out for, with a W-star symbol appearing anywhere on the screen and acting like a random wild to bring unexpected big wins.

R-stars on the other-hand trigger a respin wild feature when they land on the second, third or fourth reel, expanding to cover the whole reel and remaining in place while the other reels respin.

Videoslots – Rocksalt Interactive

The Malta-based online casino operator has introduced its latest title, promising a new offering to further enhance player choice “and giving more choice than ever”.

Videoslots players will now be able to immerse themselves in the forests of Woodland Fairy, with the mobile-first game featuring free spins and multipliers.

“It’s important that we continue to keep our content fresh and exciting and these latest additions to our casino will do just that.” – William Ahlberg, Head of Casino at Videoslots.com.

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NetEnt – Conan

The latest addition to a diverse selection of licensed content has been made by NetEnt, as ferocious barbarian Conan makes its addition to the slot universe.

The comic, film and TV hero joins a range of content that includes Narcos, Vikings, Jumanj, Planet of the Apes, Guns n’ Roses, Motörhead and Jimi Hendrix.

Conan is a six-reel, four-row slot played with 24 bet lines paid both ways and different coin values that gives players the chance to plunder for big wins.

The base game contains four different features potentially activating on each spin, namely tower wilds, mystery symbols, battle wilds and the thoth-amon feature.

“With a globally-loved brand and legendary central character, Conan is a perfect addition to the NetEnt portfolio of licensed titles. We’ve stayed true to everything that has made Conan so popular over the last 50 years and added some true NetEnt touches and terrific twists that make Conan Video Slot an incredibly playable game with a range of fantastic features,” stated Bryan Upton, NetEnt director of games. 

Relax Gaming – Let’s Get Ready to Rumble

The 6×4 slot has been developed in association with legendary boxing announcer Michael Buffer and features his classic line “Let’s Get Ready To Rumble” as players take to the ring for a chance to win up to 2349.4x the original stake.

Packed full of punches, Relax Gaming’s new slot offers multiple tiers of in-game thrills including a random sticky respin feature, wild stacks and rumble spin concepts that will pay-out potential increases.   

Simon Hammon, chief product officer at Relax Gaming, said: “Collaborating with a high-profile boxing legend such as Michael Buffer is a huge accomplishment for Relax Gaming, and cements our position as a true market leader in slot development and distribution. 

“With innovative features, unique gameplay and audio that will place players at the centre of the ring, Let’s Get Ready To Rumble offers a deeply immersive slot experience that is certain to be a knockout success with our operator partners’ customers.”

Betsoft Gaming – Gemmed!

Gemmed! aims to allow players to discover “precious wins”, with the 9×9 video slot, set in an enchanting forest, complete with reels packed full of gems, boasting a staggering 40,503 ways to win.

Gem clusters can trigger free spins, where players can win up to 21,6676x their original stake, while rainbow-tinted squares function as wilds and can lead to further wins.

Annamaria Anastasi, marketing director, Betsoft Gaming, commented: “Gemmed! is a fantastic new addition to our ever-growing slot portfolio with packed reels and stacked full of high potential wins. 

“With a huge amount of paylines and captivating gameplay, Gemmed! encompasses all that’s great about Betsoft titles. We can’t wait to see how it performs.”

Yggdrasil – Sahara Nights

Home to lavish palaces and humble street-rats, Yggdrasil’s Sahara Nights sees reels filled with wonders, enchanted lamps and dangerous enemies.

The magic lamp turns into an expanding supernatural genie on the reels whenever there is the chance of a win, giving players more opportunities to find riches than ever before.

If five sultan symbols land in one spin, players can win up to 165x their stake. Should three lamps or two storybooks hit the reels at the same time, players are transported into the free spins mode, where up to 15 can be awarded.

Natalya Ovchinnikova, product owner of slots at Yggdrasil, said: “For those who like high variance, Sahara Nights will not disappoint! Five sultans pay x165 and getting 3 sticky Wild Reels in free spins is not unheard of. 

“With a richly appointed setting and immersive, high variance and engaging graphics, Sahara Nights is one of our most fun-filled, magical slots to date.”

Greentube – Diamond Link Mighty Elephant

Greentube’s new online slot Diamond Link Mighty Elephant lets players explore the majestic wilderness of Africa in their hunt for winnings. 

Players are invited to accompany a gentle grey giant on its journey, and may come upon a plethora of feature triggers and jackpot chances.

With enough solar tree symbols, the win spins feature can be triggered, awarding a total of seven free games with re-spins.

During this feature, players also stand a chance of collecting royal blue diamonds, which stay locked on the progress meter above the reels – as opposed to diamond symbols found in the regular game. 

Once the meter is full, the diamond link feature starts with three initial free games. Each new diamond symbol that lands on the reels resets the count.

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Kongo Bongo – Tom Horn Gaming

Following its recent entry into Portugal, Tom Horn Gaming is inviting players on a new expedition in Kongo Bongo.

The three reel slot sees users venture deep into jungle where, thanks to the help of Kongo Bongo the monkey, dangerous situations are to be overcome on the way to landing winning combinations.

The game’s main feature is a “dynamically changing paytable,” that impacts the games overall volatility, designed to ensure users are well in control of the game rhythm and cash on their hands.

Spirits of the Valkyrie – Greentube

Spirits of the Valkyrie is the latest igaming entrant of Greentube, taking place in the ice-deserts of the north as Novomatic’s interactive division adds the latest title to its ‘home of games’.

Available now to all B2B partners, the Valkyrie hunts for frozen treasures in the 20-win live five reel online slot.

Four modifiers, namely colossal magic, blade of fury, ice blade and shockwave slash, can be triggered at random which reward players with different types of bonuses.

The Valkyrie also strives to aid players by adding colossal symbols, extra wilds, moving symbols and upgrades to existing winning combinations.

Break Away Deluxe – Microgaming

Microgaming’s ice hockey slot title makes a comeback in Break Away Deluxe, developed by Stormcraft Studios, the independent studio behind Fortunium, Agent Jane Blonde Returns and Dragon Shard.

The title features a mobile-friendly five-by-five grid of rolling reels with a selectable choice of 18, 38, 68 or 88 pay-lines, where more lines means more win potential.

The icy action is promised to heat up after landing three or more scatter symbols, awarding a bonus round of 12 free spins with a multiplier trail up to 8x, with it now including growing wilds on reels two to five, increasing each wild stack by one with every spin.

James Buchanan, director of global operations at Microgaming, added: “Break Away Deluxe takes all the action of the phenomenally popular original slot, layering it up with even more exciting and rewarding features. 

“Stormcraft Studios have successfully created a high volatility slot experience, with excellent win potential up to 3,200x the initial bet. We’re looking forward to seeing fans and new players alike immerse themselves in this engrossing update of a true Microgaming classic.”

Gold Canyon – Betsoft Gaming

Betsoft has promised to “blow players away” with its latest offering, as the cowboy country-based title promises players “an explosive experience and a fresh take on traditional 5×3 games”.

Coming complete with the possibility of securing wins of over 4,000 times the initial stake, the company also stresses that a number of bonus features are also integrated.

Hit the hero wilds and a cowboy with a dark past expands to fill the reel, bundle together three or more stacks of TNT and they explode to trigger scatter pays and finding two or more heroes unlocks multiple frontier free spins that can lead to cash prizes.

Annamaria Anastasi, marketing director at Betsoft Gaming, stated: “Gold Canyon is a classic slot, packed full of unique Betsoft features, bonus rounds and free spins that players are sure to love and keep coming back to.”

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With players hoping to activate an array of festive features, Diamond Link: Mighty Santa Boarded Up offers a 5×3 reel slot with 25-paylines and a grand jackpot prize worth over x1,000 the player’s bet. The title has medium-high volatility with a 95% RTP. 

Bernd Baumert, Director of Games Production and Operations at Greentube, commented: “Diamond Link: Mighty Santa Boarded Up is the perfect festive addition to our portfolio, delivering an immersive and innovative experience with Christmas-themed mechanics and a visually innovative game board. 

“We’re excited to bring this seasonal title to players looking to enjoy some Christmas magic while chasing big wins.”

Diamonds can also land on the reels, awarding the Diamond Link feature when six or more appear on the same spin. These diamonds will present monetary prize values that can be claimed in this bonus game mode. 

In the Diamond Link feature, players are given three spins to land as many diamonds on an empty reel set as possible. Each diamond that lands on the reels will reset the number of spins to three.

The game mode also features a board game mechanic. Players roll Santa’s dice to move him around the board, landing on fields that trigger spin bonuses, countdowns, multipliers, and other modifiers.

These modifiers include spin fields which award one free spin where the diamonds remain sticky, watch fields which sees the Christmas countdown randomly determine whether the feature continues or ends, special fields that trigger add, multiplier or collect features, and diamond fields that double all diamond values on the board.

Additionally, jackpot diamonds can appear in this feature, awarding one of three jackpot prizes of mini (x10), minor (x50) or major (progressive jackpot of at least x200). 

Landing a full board of 15 diamonds will award the game’s grand jackpot prize, which is a progressive prize that will offer a minimum of x1,000. 

Finally, wild money bags can drop into play, substituting for all symbols other than diamonds. 

If readers would like to take a trip to the Arctic with Greentube, they can click here to access the demo version of Diamond Link: Mighty Santa Boarded Up.

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The customer, who has not been named, will gain access to a variety of the supplier’s titles in the Constitution State, including Piggy Prizes Wand of Riches, Starlight Jackpots and Athena Goddess of War.

“We are delighted to continue our US expansion and bring our content to Connecticut, a state that has quickly embraced the potential of igaming,” commented Michael Bauer, CFO at Greentube.

“It is our goal to support our customers in as many US states as possible. Therefore, this launch ensures our titles will reach a wide audience, offering players the chance to experience the unique entertainment that defines the Greentube brand. 

“This go-live is an exciting new venture, and we look forward to forming additional partnerships in the state in the near future.”

The digital gaming and entertainment division of NOVOMATIC has been licensed in Connecticut since February last year, growing its presence in North America where it is already present in the US states of New Jersey and Michigan, as well as the Canadian province of Ontario.

Earlier this month, Greentube agreed to a partnership with the operator Hard Rock Digital, bringing its roster of slot releases to the Hard Rock Bet casino platform in New Jersey.

In addition, the supplier recently announced a content agreement with FanDuel, initially partnering with the Flutter Entertainment brand in Michigan and New Jersey, with Connecticut to follow. 

Greentube also has a deal in place in Ontario with Caesars Digital, bringing its selection of gaming titles to Caesars Palace Online Casino and Caesars Sportsbook & Casino players in the Canadian province.

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Following the partnership, Greentube will gain increased exposure for its content across the US as Hard Rock Digital adds its roster of slot releases to the Hard Rock Bet casino platform facing the Garden State. 

Markus Antl, Director Global Sales and Key Account Management at Greentube, commented: “We are delighted to collaborate with Hard Rock Digital, a brand that is famous and recognisable to people everywhere. 

“The partnership in New Jersey is a long awaited one for us and we look forward to introducing our content to even more players in the state.”

Hard Rock Bet’s player base in New Jersey will benefit from the deal by gaining access to Greentube slot releases such as Diamond Cash: Almighty Kraken, Piggy Prizes: Wand of Riches and Wild Lines: American Eagle.

Grant Williams, SVP of Casino at Hard Rock Digital, added: “We’re thrilled to welcome Greentube to Hard Rock Bet, and continue to add to the over 2,200 gaming experiences found on our top-rated platform. 

“With one of the largest selections of games in the market, engaging promotions like our just-completed Slots Championship, and our integrated rewards, Greentube’s premium content is yet another reason to roll with Hard Rock Bet.”

Greentube recently secured US growth by forming an alliance with FanDuel, extending its reach across three US states of Michigan, New Jersey and Connecticut.

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Described as a “dynamic new style of content”, Greentube has unveiled its first Tapper Games title as Piñata Blast is set to be added to the Novomatic studio’s content portfolio imminently. 

Greentube also pulled back the curtain on its second Tapper Games release, presenting Hit Me Baby! to delegates at G2E earlier this month. 

The series will play into evolving player preferences by offering quick gameplay using “simplified animations and responsive features”. 

Bernd Baumert, Director of Games Production and Operations at Greentube, commented: “Tapper Games is an exciting new venture for us, as we continue to diversify our portfolio and cater to the evolving preferences of players.

“With Piñata Blast and a diverse range of upcoming titles, we are opening the door to a new category of fast-paced games, designed to entertain and engage players in a fresh way. 

“We believe that this type of content will be a key driver in attracting new audiences and further expanding our reach in regulated markets globally.”

The studio also outlined an aim for these titles to have particular appeal in the US market, where it recently expanded its presence through a tri-state deal with FanDuel. 

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CasinoBeats: Tell us a little bit about NOVA and why Greentube is moving into the B2C space with this platform. 

Marek Candrak: NOVA is our vision for a comprehensive gaming platform. It integrates services such as online casino, sports betting and virtual lottery terminals and serves as a digital playground for both players and operators. Our mission at Greentube is about providing the highest quality flexible technology to regulated markets, and NOVA is a part of that plan.

One of the key things about NOVA is that it’s incredibly user-friendly. Designed to offer the user ease of operation, it easily keeps track of everything from player behaviour to game performance. 

We’ve designed a platform that’s not only powerful but also agile and adaptable. We’re working closely with everyone involved to make sure it meets all needs, so whether it’s players looking for an engaging gaming experience or operators searching for a streamlined and intuitive way to run their business, NOVA is ready to meet those requirements.

CB: What are the key features of NOVA and what makes it stand out amongst the crowd?

MC: NOVA offers a range of features designed to make gaming more enjoyable for players and easier to manage for operators. It integrates various gaming services into a single platform, making it easy to manage both land-based and online gaming operations. 

It provides real-time monitoring and accounting tools, detailed game statistics, and ensures compliance with regulations in different markets, so it really is designed to meet the needs of today’s operators in a busy, challenging environment.

Built using the very latest technology, NOVA is a reliable and flexible solution for gaming operators looking to improve their offerings and efficiency.

CB: The Nova platform is noted for being modular. How important is it to offer such flexibility?

MC: The modular nature of the NOVA platform is a key advantage. As businesses expand, they can easily add new features without interrupting their current operations. This flexibility allows operators to quickly adapt to market changes and introduce new services. Updates and upgrades are also simplified, ensuring that the platform remains up-to-date with the latest technologies and trends. 

Maintenance and troubleshooting become more efficient with a modular system, as problems can be isolated to specific components. This results in less downtime and a better overall gaming experience for players. 

NOVA’s modularity is a vital component in making it a valuable tool for gaming operators seeking to stay competitive and responsive.

CB: NOVA was developed by Greentube’s R&D centre in Slovakia. Tell us about the centre and why Slovakia in particular is an ideal place for such a centre. 

MC: While NOVA was born in our R&D centre in Slovakia, we actually had teams from all over working on it, and it was quite the challenge since we needed to keep our existing system running smoothly while also building the new one – rather like replacing a car’s engine while still driving it! We gradually swapped out parts of the old system with new, smaller ones, making sure our customers didn’t notice a thing.

Our R&D HQ in Bratislava is the perfect place for this kind of innovation. It’s right in the heart of Europe, so we have great connections with other tech hubs. Slovakia is also blessed with a fantastic pool of IT talent, which is exactly what we need to create cutting-edge products like NOVA.

CB: Building out must take a lot of collaboration across different teams – how does Greentube work across different teams and locations to bring such projects to life? 

MC: Building complex projects at Greentube is a team effort, involving the creative genius from each corner of the company. To keep things organised and efficient, we use a Scrum process, helping us break down big projects into smaller steps, making them easier to manage.

We have teams with diverse skill sets, and we meet regularly to talk about what we’ve done and what is up next. We also have a plan for the whole year, so everyone knows what’s expected of them.

We need to work together and communicate clearly, and we achieve that by leveraging the right tools to help us stay connected and on task, even though we might be in different places. It’s equally as important for us to make sure our systems are up-to-date and work as well together as our people do.

This way, we take what might be seen by the uninitiated as a challenge with so many colleagues spread far and wide geographically and use it as our strength. This allows us to enjoy incredible project development processes and delivery, even when we’re working remotely.

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