Red Tiger – Gonzo’s Quest

A revamped igaming title has been introduced by online casino developer Red Tiger, with the firm debuting Gonzo’s Quest MegaWays.

Lauded as being “among NetEnt’s best ever performers,” the supplier is aiming to add “a further layer of excitement” via the Big Time Gaming licensed mechanic, which varies the ways to win on every spin.

The title invites players to join a charming Spanish explorer’s quest for El Dorado, where intrepid adventurers could discover wins of up to 20,000x.

“Gonzo’s Quest has consistently proven itself as one of the best slot games on the market, so we are delighted to give it a further boost with the renowned MegaWays mechanic.

“The team has worked tirelessly alongside our partners at NetEnt to deliver this summer’s most anticipated slot. We are thrilled to see the collective effort rewarded with a fantastic new release.” – Carl Ejlertsson, director of business development at Red Tiger.

Play’n Go – Win-a-Beest

Set on the plains of Africa, Play’n Go promises a “new spin on the classic Buffalo-style games” with its wildlife themed Win-a-Beest title.

Played on a 2-4-4-4-2 diamond grid, the wildebeest serves as a ‘super-symbol’ and is the most valuable icon in a game that only needs two-of-a-kind to payout instead of three.

The game’s features all revolve around the wildebeest with the first two, Beest Mode and Beest Mode spins, only featuring the wildebeest, wild and scatter symbols on the reels, with stampeding spins giving players more access to the former.

Each feature expands the reels to create a 5×4 grid, increasing the number of payways from 256 to 1024, giving four times as many opportunities to win.

“This is a game all about power. The wildebeest is a powerful animal, and it combines with a strong paytable to give players more powerful wins.The features, multiplier wilds and grid expansion are all designed to add into the excitement and energy that a ‘wild’ slot like this should generate, we know players will enjoy what it has to offer.” – Martin Zettergren, Play’n Go CPO.

Swintt – Sea Raiders

Prepare for an adventure as Swintt prepares to debut “their most ambitious game to date,” with Sea Raiders debuting on Tuesday 28 June.

Promising echoes of video games, Sea Raiders offers up a player journey whereby collecting special symbols unlocks new islands on an in-game map. Each island corresponds to a particular theme with a specific bonus round.

Each of the progressive meters in Sea Raiders has five milestones, which in the base game trigger the respective bonus rounds, namely walking wilds re-spins, random wilds re-spins or stacked wilds re-spins, and once all five have been reached, the new island is unlocked.

The different islands correspond to the bonus round, so once a specific island has been unlocked, players are three times more likely to trigger the bonus round for that island. Three scatter symbols will also grant a lucky player the Treasure Hunt bonus round.

Making use of persistent data, player progress in Sea Raiders is saved upon exiting so players can return to the game, pick up where they left off and continue their progress in completing the map or playing in specific islands.

“I’ve been excited about Sea Raiders since I first heard the concept, and I’m delighted to see it being launched imminently. This is a really special title with added value for players who enjoy unlocking new slots within the same game.

“Our studio has been delivering consistently stronger games time after time and Sea Raiders looks to be the jewel in our crown so far.” – David Mann, business development director at Swintt.

Microgaming – Diamond Inferno

Microgaming’s latest introduction, developed by Triple Edge Studios, begins as a five-by-three, 20-payline slot which raises the heat with a multiplier trail, expanding reels, respins and diamond scatter wins.

On each win, a free respin is awarded as the play area expands by one row, adding ten additional paylines with each expansion. Diamond Inferno can expand up to a five-by-six reel grid with 50 paylines.

Once the entire five-by-six reel grid is unlocked, players embark on a multiplier trail, as players reach the pinnacle of the inferno with wins multiplied up to 10x.

Filled with classic casino icons, including fiery sevens, golden bars and lucky dice, Diamond Inferno also boasts diamond scatters. Landing three or more diamond scatter symbols awards players with further wins, all multiplied by the total bet.

“With exciting mechanics, rocking music and a thrilling gameplay experience, Diamond Inferno is sure to delight and excite players. The expanding reels, multiplier trail and unlimited respin potential offer the chance for tremendous wins, whilst the eye-catching graphics provide all the makings of a hit slot game.” – Andrew Booth, director of games at Microgaming.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=INDWlR3Aubk&feature=youtu.be

Pragmatic Play – Street Racer

The 4×5, 40 payline Stree Racer sees users enter the world of street racing, with five drivers battling for big prizes on the reels.

If three free spins symbols hit at the same time, the progressive bonus game is triggered where players can choose one driver symbol to start their spins.

Every time three free game symbols land during the bonus round, the player levels up, gaining more free spins and transforming the driver symbols on the reels to give them the opportunity to accelerate to 2,000x their stake.

“Street Racer is a dynamic, thrilling new addition to our slot portfolio. With a high-octane theme and massive prizes to be won, its action will keep players on the edge of their seat.

“Our development roadmap is focused on crafting industry-leading slots that drive the excitement of both players and operators. With Street Racer’s theme and immersive gameplay – this new slot would be a great way to rev-up any operator’s portfolio.” – Melissa Summerfield, chief commercial officer at Pragmatic Play.

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Stakelogic – Rambo

Stakelogic’s latest slot title, the 5×3, 20 payline Rambo, invites players to join Sylvester Stallone’s iconic character as he fights to defend his cash with an arsenal of features.

Join Rambo as he fights cobras, dodges bullets, throws grenades and defends his cash with blades and arrow, in a title that boasts a multitude of bonus features including wilds, expanding wilds, free spins, re-spins, multipliers and mystery prizes.

Those brave enough can also double their bet to activate super stake, which can add a scatter-gun of free spins scatter symbols to the reels during the base game.

Free re-spins will be triggered on two or more of the scatter symbols until no more scatters land on the reels, providing the potential for heightened wins.

“Rambo is one of the most explosive and action-packed slots on the market, combining a powerful film franchise with thrilling game play.

“We have gone to great lengths to deliver a cinematic slot experience, with incredible graphics and animations and booming sounds taking players right to heart of the battle.

“This is the second branded slot we have developed after launching The Expendables Megaways and believe Rambo will be just as successful.” – Stephan van den Oetelaar, CEO of Stakelogic.

Rambo Promo Video from Stakelogic on Vimeo.

iSoftBet – Dragon Match Megaways

Set in the heart of a sacred Chinese temple, the four-reel Dragon Match Megaways offers players up to 3,136 ways to win and features cascading wins, with players looking to join two golden dragon symbols on the top tracker reel to form a complete dragon and trigger free spins.

Dragon Match Megaways also features iSoftBet’s symbol matching mechanic, where if the two symbols in the top tracker reel are the same, they turn into wilds, as do all matching symbols on the two reels directly below.

Meanwhile, if both halves of the Golden Dragon appear on the top tracker, then the free spins bonus is activated, with players able to choose a specific free spins combination or select the mystery option. During free spins, an unlimited win multiplier is active, increasing by 1x for every cascading win, leading to enormous win potential.

“We are very excited to release Dragon Match Megaways, our latest title using this highly popular mechanic. With its unique four-reel layout, the wins are fast and furious, while the thrilling Dragon Match mechanic is able to generate huge wins and trigger the bonus feature.

“The rapid growth of our portfolio is testament to the great work of our development teams, as we continue to create fantastic gaming experiences for players of all tastes.” – Mark Claxton, head of games at iSoftBet.

NetEnt – Street Fighter II: The World Warrior Slot 

NetEnt has transformed one of the best-selling arcade games of all time for online slot fans with the release of Street Fighter II: The World Warrior Slot featuring a cast of eight original characters ready for combat.

In a new spin on the Capcom video game, the new 5-reel, 5-row cluster pays video slot emulates the battle mechanics of the original title by pitting the player’s chosen character against opponents and letting the reels decide which fighter is victorious.

Winning combinations determine how much damage a character receives, and each battle continues until one fighter runs out of health points. Losing players can then redeem their honour – and win some cash – in the car smash bonus game, whilst those who win trigger the multi-level beat the bosses free spins and take on four recognisable bosses with a multiplier increasing at every level.

“In developing Street Fighter II: The World Warrior Slot we felt a huge responsibility to ensure our slot game lived up to the iconic 90s original – a videogame which has continued to entertain fans for almost 30 years.

“Authenticity was the critical factor to the design of this game, from the arcade-inspired art and sounds to the game mechanics, as well as the beat the bosses and car smashing bonus rounds. We designed the game to fuel players’ nostalgic competitiveness throughout the gameplay. We are immensely proud of the end product and we hope players all over the world appreciate it.” – Bryan Upton, NetEnt director of games.

Microgaming – Immortal Romance

Almost a decade since its creation Microgaming is promising a “fresh take on a timeless classic” after introducing its revamped Immortal Romance.

The remastered slot title supports a host of performance and feature upgrades, including free games and autoplay, quick spin, enhanced animations, and improved audio.

Players can now return to the vampire-themed game for a fresh taste of all the original offerings, including the chamber of spins, which gives players the option to choose between four free spins options based on the game’s paranormal protagonists, and the wild desire, which offers a win potential exceeding 12,000x the initial bet.

“In today’s gaming landscape, it is imperative that we continue to strive to ensure that our entire casino offering remains at the top of its game – so while we will continue to provide quality game releases every month, we are also enhancing and optimising our current offering, such as our popular classics and feature-rich games, so as to bring players even more enjoyable and entertaining gaming experiences.

“Immortal Romance remains one of our most popular online slot games of all time. The remastered upgrades enhance and pay homage to our Immortal Romance brand, which continues to be enjoyed by players around the world.” – Andrew Clucas, chief operating officer at Microgaming.

Yggdrasil – Arthur’s Fortune

Travel back to medieval times with Yggdrasil’s 5×3 slot Arthur’s fortune, boasting a host of features for players to feast on as they join King Arthur and his legendary Knights of the round table in a quest for riches.

The free spins mode is triggered if three or more scatter symbols land simultaneously, with higher rewards for more symbols. During the bonus round, players are transported inside the castle where a wheel of fortune transforms a random symbol into wilds, leading to potentially huge wins, with more symbols transforming if more scatters hit the reels.

“Arthur’s Fortune transports players to a time of brave knights and spellbinding wizards as they search for kingly riches. The game is packed with lots of features to give players a diverse and exciting gaming experience and it is yet another thrilling addition to the Yggdrasil slot portfolio, with its old-school proven mechanics and a slick, modern feel.

“In free spins mode, you just need a couple of wilds to get a big win and remember that all symbols can turn wild if you’re lucky. You can enjoy wins of x10,000 or more which is pretty awesome! The base game offers a rich journey with both the random triggered Arthur’s Gold feature and the Merlin’s bonus orb on the 5th reel.” – Jonas Strandman, Senior Product Strategist at Yggdrasil

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Green Jade Games – Hammer of Fortune

Integrated into new title onto Kindred Group’s Unibet brand, this adventure slot introduces a player-driven symbol smashing decision plus a narrative that can be completed, meaning users can control how the game plays out.

The 6×4 slot is based around a story-line that sees Brin as the unlikely hero, tasked with saving his village from Gunnhild and her rock troll army.

Players move through the story to discover the central character and his friends Papa, Astrid and their humorous horse, Barrett, can defeat Gunnhild and save their homeland.

“Quality content is at the heart of our casino game portfolio and we are thrilled to have added Hammer of Fortune to the mix.

“Kindred Group has 11 brands, including the popular Unibet brand, so we are constantly looking for new and exciting content to offer to our huge variety of customers.

“We feel that Green Jade offers innovation within the industry that players are looking for. We’re looking forward to a strong partnership with Green Jade for many years to come.” –David Robertson, head of casino at Kindred Group.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T4BZT07zYU0

Playson – Super Burning Wins: Respin

The casino content developer’s 3×3 game, which has 5 lines and red sevens as the highest paying symbol, comes with new second chance respin mechanics, putting a fresh twist on the title, Super Burning Wins.

The respin feature is triggered when two reels are filled with identical fruit symbols on a non-winning spin, giving players a second chance at mega winnings.

“Super Burning Wins: Respin is a thrilling new game which is sure to get fans of the classic Timeless Fruit Slots series hot under the collar!

“The second chance respin gives players another opportunity to enjoy massive wins, and we’re confident this new release game will fit perfectly into our cutting-edge portfolio.” – Vsevolod Lapin, head of product at Playson.

Microgaming – Jungle Jim and the Lost Sphinx

Embark on a new adventure in Jungle Jim and the Lost Sphinx, the latest slot introduction by Stormcraft Studios and developed exclusively for Microgaming.

Returning to action after a quest for lost treasure in El Dorado, Jim travels to the mysterious sands of Egypt in this five-by-four reel, 35 payline online slot, which enhances to five-by-five reels and 50 paylines at key stages of the game.

Jungle Jim and the Lost Sphinx features Microgaming’s rolling reels and powerful win booster mechanics, along with a multiplier trail that increases during free spins.

“Jungle Jim is back and ready for his next big adventure! The team at Stormcraft are very excited to launch this long-anticipated sequel, Jungle Jim and the Lost Sphinx.

“With decades of industry experience behind us, we set out to create a beautifully crafted and highly engaging gaming experience, loaded with innovative features and great win potential.

“The intriguing story-line supported by Jim’s entertaining antics should ensure that this game becomes a fan favourite!” – Terence Igesund, Executive Producer at Stormcraft Studios.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g2SQCBMI_Bs&feature=youtu.be

NetEnt – Reel Rush 2

NetEnt stresses that it has “taken the best parts of the 2013 hit prequel” and added a plethora of fun-filled extras and social gaming-inspired mechanics.

Billed as a “franticly-paced, 5-reel video slot with 3125 betways,” the title is set in a video game influenced world of candy, cube-shaped fruit and starry wilds. It features wild substitutions, re-spins, free spins and super free spins – as well as a whole new set of eight random features.

“The original Reel Rush was a frenetic experience, loaded full of madness and mayhem. Players loved it so much that we’ve turned the dial up to 11.“ – Bryan Upton, NetEnt director of games.

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High 5 Games – Way Out Wilds

The New York-based slot developer has launched its new title with the Kindred Group’s flagship brand Unibet, marking the supplier’s first integration via the Relax Gaming platform.

The 4×5, 80 paylines slot that features double and triple split symbols which increase the possibility of more symbols on a standard payline, as well as lasting loot where wild symbols stick to the reels for future subsequent spins.

“We’re thrilled to have launched Way Out Wilds with Unibet, in a move which further enhances our relationship with Kindred Group. We’re looking forward to extending our presence globally through Relax Gaming and continuing to provide Unibet with even more exciting games.” – Anthony Singer, CEO of High 5 Games.

Pragmatic Play – Honey Honey Honey

The latest entrant to the Pragmatic Play portfolio is a 3×5 slot set in a flower-rich forest, and displaying reels filled with honey-covered symbols, beehives and jars. 

Hive alive free spins give players an interactive choice, opening up further bonus features, with giant Queen Bee wilds leading to mega wins in colossal spins.

The sticky streak fixes a certain symbol to the reels every time they land in the free spins, which can create further winning opportunities.

“Honey Honey Honey is a fun take on slot games, and the game has got a real buzz about it.

“With plenty of features, and a number of interactive choices, the slot is another exciting addition to our slot portfolio which continues to go from strength to strength.” – Yossi Barzely, chief business development officer at Pragmatic Play.

Microgaming – Long Mu Fortunes

Developed exclusively by Fortune Factory Studios, the five-reel, ten-payline online slot harnesses Chinese mythology and invites players on a journey to the Far East to discover the secrets of Long Mu and her powerful stacked wild dragons.

The creatures come to life as red dragon wilds land in any position on reels two or four, transforming into a stacked wild, and locking into place to award a respin.

During the respin feature, nudging multiplier wild stack along the reels, awarding multipliers of up to 3x, and combining for extra win potential.

Each red dragon symbol that lands on reel two or four adds coins to the treasure pot located above the reels. Every coin offers the opportunity to trigger the Jackpot feature at the end of all respins, awarding one of two prizes at 100x or 5,000x the bet.

“Long Mu Fortunes brings a classic Chinese myth to life, interpreting the legend into exciting and highly volatile gameplay. Boasting classically stunning graphics, Long Mu Fortunes is dripping with opulence and riches. We can’t wait for players to experience the power and majesty of Long Mu’s dragons and immerse themselves in the world of Long Mu Fortunes.” – Phelan Sykes, head of game production at Fortune Factory Studios.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JaayLz2Tb4k

Play’n Go – Honey Rush

The gaming content supplier has introduced Honey Rush, which takes its name from the honeycomb shaped grid that it is set on.

Lauded as “another gaming first” by the firm, the game is a new take on the grid-slot format that has been previously showcased by the organisation.

“Honey Rush is a prime example of what we are capable of, and the type of high-quality entertainment people have come to expect from Play’n Go, and we always deliver.

It has a unique shape, an engaging format, and most of all is a lot of fun to play. People are going to be enjoying this game for a very long time!

But we’re still not finished with this year yet, we have more exciting titles coming between now and the close of 2019, and then we move straight into 2020, to carry on the success.” – Johan Törnqvist, CEO of Play’n Go.

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Microgaming – a Dark Matter

As a growing sense of dread falls over the English town of Stonehurst following a series of unexplained disappearances, Microgaming challenges players to uncover the mysteries of Wraith Manor and the characters who lurk within.

Developed exclusively by Slingshot Studios, the five-reel slot features Invading wilds, bidirectional pay-lines and an lengthy cast of characters.

Players join Nathan Highmore, Scotland Yard’s paranormal investigator, as he searches the reels for the Manor’s secrets.

“We are very excited about A Dark Matter’s release! The entire team has invested a lot in crafting a rich world for players to enjoy. They have created something beautiful, with arresting character portrayals and a musical score as lavish as Wraith Manor itself.

“Our aim was to create a truly theatrical experience coupled with high-volatility gameplay, establishing enough intrigue to whet players’ appetites without revealing too much early on. We can’t wait for players to explore A Dark Matter.” –Richard Vermaak, head of studio at Slingshot Studios.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WeFiWxitbG4&feature=youtu.be

Booming Games – Witches Wild Brew

As Halloween fast approaches Booming Games has introduced its latest igaming title Witches Wild Brew, warning that all may not be as it seems.

The 5×4, 40 payline slot comes coupled with a random pick and click feature where players can win an immediate 30 times their bet.

Furthermore, a smoking cauldron results in rewards as it unleashes wilds across the reels, ravens bring added choices and coin to the player, while bursting wild multipliers add to the winning feeling.

“This is without a doubt one of the most fun and spooky ‘Halloween games’ I’ve played to date. The high volatility coupled with the huge win potential of the bursting wild multipliers makes this a game to be loved by players long after the Halloween season has passed.” – Shane Cotter, Booming Games’ director of product.

OneTouch – Steam Vault

Step back in time as OneTouch delivers Steam Vault, promising players a classic slot game mechanic with a “modern twist and unique theme”.

Designed for fans of Steampunk, a style that combines historical elements with bygone technological features inspired by science fiction, the 3×3 slot game incorporates stepper reels, a variety of features and bonus rounds.

“Steam Vault is one of the games we’re most proud of. With a unique theme, and slick graphics and gameplay, players will love the experience, especially if they manage to collect enough symbols to enter the Bonus Vault, where they have the chance to walk away with huge prizes.” – Ollie Castleman, Head of Marketing, OneTouch.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WDI6eolmOgI&feature=youtu.be

Evoplay Entertainment – Nuke World

The slot provider is kicking off autumn with its latest release, a post-apocalyptic tale that plays host to a variety of characters who do battle in an alternative future.

On the game’s main battlefield, the story’s fearless hero Captain Fox takes on his enemies: Rhino, Rooster, Chameleon and Armadillo, and with each victory bringing its own reward.

Rack up enough wins and beat the game’s enemies, and with each winning combination players attain an additional set of bonuses and rewards when victorious.

“Nuke World is set to be one of our most unmissable slots this year, and we challenge you to join the battle.

“The first theme of its kind, our fantastic design team loved putting Nuke world together. Built using the latest tech with fantastic graphics to go alongside; it’s not one to be missed.” – Roman Sadovskyi, Product Owner at Evoplay Entertainment.

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Microgaming – Deco Diamonds Deluxe

Offering a slice of 1920s nostalgia Deco Diamonds Deluxe is the latest exclusive online slot developed by Just For The Win for Microgaming.

The five-reel, nine-payline title comes complete with diamond-encrusted reels and a plethora of glitzy symbols, as well as a bonus wheel, accessed via silver, gold or diamond levels, with win potential of up to 1,000x the initial bet.

“Deco Diamonds Deluxe is a glamorous, art-deco inspired slot with all the charm and excitement of the Jazz Age. 

“Glistening diamonds, fruits and a full cast of glittering symbols zoom across the reels in this fast-paced title complemented by a superb soundtrack. 

“Deco Diamonds Deluxe pairs new mechanics with enhanced original features to create a truly spectacular game with the potential for significant rewards.” – Johan Persson, CEO at Just For The Win.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NiMZd7Hs-D8&feature=youtu.be

High 5 Games – Shadow of the Panther Power Bet

The independent casino games provider has come forward with an enhanced version of its Shadow of the Panther title, remixed to incorporate the ‘Power Bet’ feature.

Shadow of the Panther Power Bet, an 8×5, 80 payline slot, follows the part man, part beast as he emerges from the darkness to navigate his way through the jungle.

The latest incarnation of the title features four different Power Bet options, where players can turbo charge their wins for 30 consecutive spins at the cost of 10x, 20x, 30x or 40x the current stake.

“This popular game is emerging from the darkness once again and now features the energetic Power Bet feature to add a new excitement to the gameplay. 

“The ride for the player is climactic, and comes with a crescendo and bang that slot players worldwide have not seen before.

“Shadow of the Panther Power Bet features several new innovative features and improved graphics from the original title, demonstrating the high standard of quality we have set for our regular distribution of tentpole games.” – Nicholas Chin, senior director of business development at High 5 Games

Lightning Box – Respin Racer

The Sydney-based slot developer is taking players on a fast-paced Arizona adventure, with the 3×5 reel, 25-line slot seeing the Road Runner scorch across the dirt.

Set against a rocky desert highway, Respin Racer features a respins bonus feature that is triggered when six positions contain one of the golden symbols. 

These turn into stacked Road Runner symbols and if the wild kangaroo lands, players will be on course for big payouts of up to nine times their line win.

“Get ready to strap in with our latest game, Respin Racer, which is sure to get hearts pumping and players on the edge of their seats.

“The latest addition to our portfolio has a number of innovative elements including expanding wilds and the possibility of resetting spins during the Respin Bonus feature, all of which are designed to make sure players keep their pedal to the metal.” – Peter Causley, CEO and co-founder of Lightning Box.

Play’n Go – Rainforest Magic

The latest slot entrant to the bustling Play’n Go portfolio, the 5-reel title is set against the theme of a lush rainforest and features a whole host of colourful and exotic animals adorning the reels.

In the first release of the final quarter for the firm, Rainforest Magic comes complete with mystery symbol, which sees pop-ups appear during the game and reveal themselves after all of the reels have stopped spinning, which is designed to add a more suspenseful feel to the overall game.

“Rainforest Magic is a simple, easy to play game, that is going to delight plenty of players in the market with its fun features and great design.

“It marks the start of the final quarter of the year, but we are continuing just as strongly as ever. We intend to finish 2019 with a flourish and move straight into the business of conquering 2020.” – Johan Törnqvist, CEO of Play’n Go.

Betsoft Gaming – Caishen’s Arrival

Featuring a multiplier of over 35000x, Caishen, the Chinese god of wealth, takes centre stage in the new title and features as a wild symbol in the second entrant to Betsoft’s ‘Red Dragon’ collection.

The slot offers players 10 free spins with a 3x multiplier on all wins, so Caishen’s fortune can be shared by all. 

Stacking three portraits of the oriental deity on a reel earns players a full reel wild and a free re-spin. Players can delve even deeper into Caishen’s world of riches by seeking out the coin purse scatter.  Rewards are triggered when three or more of these symbols appear anywhere on the reels.

“Caishen’s Arrival is a brilliant addition to our online offering and Red Dragon series. With a sky-high multiplier and plenty of pay-lines, players venture into a land of riches beyond expectation.” – Annamaria Anastasi, marketing director at Betsoft Gaming.

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Microgaming – Banana Odyssey

Soar through space to the Banana Planet with Microgaming’s latest slot entry, developed by Slingshot Studios, the creators of Zombie Hoard and Cash of Kingdoms.

The five-by-three reel, 10-payline online slot follows two astro-chimps as they embark upon a new mission, featuring free spins, expanding wilds and respins, and paying out both ways.

James Buchanan, director of global operations at Microgaming, commented: “We always strive to deliver a diverse, quality content portfolio to meet the needs of our operators, and Banana Odyssey is testament to this. 

“Originally conceptualised by Twin during one of Microgaming’s interactive games concept days with operators, and following a two-month exclusivity period with the operator, the game is now available to our wider customer base. 

“Slingshot Studios have done a tremendous job creating an energetic, fast-paced slot, successfully combining popular game mechanics of respins, expanding wilds and free spins. 

“Engrossed with aesthetically pleasing visuals and a foot-tapping soundtrack, Banana Odyssey is a captivating new addition to Microgaming’s library of games.”

NetEnt – Imperial Riches

Set in a Chinese garden among a world of splendour and serenity, NetEnt is aiming to take players on an exciting journey to the Far-East. 

The five-reel, three-row slot also features the firm’s Avalanche concept, where in both the main game and during free falls feature, symbols fall into position onto the reels instead of spinning.

During the feature, a winning bet line triggers an Avalanche, where all symbols in winning combinations, apart from scatter symbols, light up and disappear to continue until there are no more wins.

“This game is packed with features. We are continuing our jackpot successes this year with Imperial Riches but with our Avalanche mechanic. The three-stage, nested bonuses give players a chance to experience the free falls game, collecting jewels from wins for entry into another coin win feature, and then a Jackpot bonus game.  

“The chance to win one of five realistically-priced jackpots and the beautiful, authentic Asian artwork and theme makes this game speak the promise of fortune for players across the board,” noted Bryan Upton, NetEnt director of games.

Push Gaming – Razor Shark

Development studio Push Gaming submerges players in an underwater world where treasures can be unlocked thanks to the game’s razor reveal and free spins features.

Those that take the plunge will enter an scene where sharks roam the reels, with players swimming among them in search of hidden riches which can be accessed via the game’s four features, as mystery stacks and increasing multipliers join the aforementioned duo.

James Marshall, CEO of Push Gaming, stated: “Razor Shark is a game with huge depth, offering exciting win potential from base game through to its wildly progressive free spins.

“We’ve introduced unique features such as a nudging reveal symbol and ‘razor reveal’ instant win prizes, adding new levels of anticipation and excitement to our renowned volatile and thrilling catalogue of games”. 

Nolimit City – Pixies vs Pirates

The Malta based software provider has debuted its latest igaming entry, with Pixies vs Pirates promising enhanced excitement via the introduction of two new mechanics.

Released globally to all partners, the games strives to give players a “unique experience” via the 729 fixed ways and 6×3 reel game.

xNudge, lauded as the signature nudging stacked wild, increases its multiplier with every nudge, but via the new introduction xWays landing a relevant symbol on screen can randomly award a one that may duplicate to increase the amount of ways won.

Landing both mechanics on the same reel offers a multiplier increase of up to six times.

Per Lindheimer, product owner at Nolimit City, said: “Pixies vs Pirates is our first release with our new xWays feature mechanic, merged with the previous smash hit mechanic xNudge! 

“The two together can create thrilling spins with huge potential! With stunning graphics, especially in mobile portrait mode, this game will keep you on your toes both in main game and the free spins mode.”

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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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From the indispensable Microgaming Bar to a seemingly ever-changing stand that embraced not one but three games and associated themes, the pioneering firm is once again seeking to turn heads at ExCeL.

To find out a bit more about plans for this week’s showpiece, CasinoBeats talked exclusively to the company’s CEO John Coleman.

What are you most looking forward to about ICE 2019?

JC: “The pinnacle event of gaming, ICE remains a permanent fixture in my diary. Each year
presents a unique opportunity for our industry to gather, share our wealth of knowledge,
and plot a course for the year ahead.

“I’m especially looking forward to the diverse range of content we will showcase on our stand. This is something we do well every year, but 2019 is set to stand out, as we will be joined by experts from six of the independent studios behind our latest and upcoming games. Who better to showcase our content than the teams who invest their passion and talent into creating it?

“Collaboration is so important in our world. ICE 2019 will see Microgaming present an array of fantastic new titles from the studios, along with our expanding catalogue of premium casino, bingo, poker and table games.

“But it’s not all about the people and products. ICE provides an opportunity to highlight some of our other commitments, in areas such as corporate social responsibility and
environmental sustainability. The brilliant eco-warriors of our CSR programme, Microgaming PlayItForward, have worked wonders in ensuring we provide a range of compostable cups, reusable water cans and recycling facilities for attendees. It’s going to be our greenest ICE yet.

“I’m also looking ahead to the numerous networking opportunities that ICE brings. It’s always a pleasure to meet and greet our operators, and to show them what we’ve got planned. A prime opportunity for this will be our exclusive operator party at MNKY HSE on Tuesday evening.

“This is set to be our biggest yet, and I’m incredibly excited to be attending it.”

Last year, Microgaming set the scene with show stopping activations to introduce Playboy Gold, Cash of Kingdoms and Fortunium. Are you set to top that this year?

“Six excellent headliners are due to be revealed, so there’s a lot to celebrate and massively
high expectations to meet. But we’re always ready to outdo ourselves! The Microgaming Bar will play host to a number of special performances over the three days, with each
blockbusting event being accompanied by a superb DJ.

“Without giving too much away, attendees can look forward to a funky experience from our Village People game launch, and the 15th anniversary of our partnership with Square Enix for the Lara Croft brand will be celebrated with a suitably sensational reveal.

“Microgaming is also gearing up for several big milestones. Not only is the business celebrating its 25th anniversary, but after yet another huge jackpot win on our popular Mega Moolah slot, our progressive jackpot network is now beyond €1bn in total payouts.”

“ICE is the essential marker of where we are now and where we’ll be heading in the future“

Why is ICE such an important event for Microgaming?

“ICE is the essential marker of where we are now and where we’ll be heading in the future.
As well as exhibiting the sheer variety our industry offers, it’s an incredible platform from which we can observe emerging trends and transformations that are there to be embraced.

“If there’s a fundamental tenet that’s guided Microgaming, from back in 1994 when we created the world’s first true online casino software, to 2004 when we developed the first mobile casino software, all the way up to being the award-winning supplier we are today, it is this: our lifeblood is innovation, and we need to be creatively agile to keep it
pumping through our veins.

“It would be all too easy to stand still in a high-growth industry. You could allow it to perpetually expand around you, and let it hold you rigid as you ride the crest of a seemingly never-ending wave. But we’re not here to be carried along, and ICE isn’t just another marketplace; it’s a thriving hub of experience, insight and invention. It’s an opportunity for us to learn more from our operators.

“ICE is the eye-opening education that keeps Microgaming limber and thirsty for what’s coming next.”

How do you think the show has developed over the years that you’ve been going?

“Well, it’s a lot bigger. Looking back, it’s a near perfect reflection of how rapidly and widely
the industry has expanded in a relatively short space of time.

“For Microgaming, this means we’ve been able to evolve our demonstrations, creating bigger and more immersive experiences based around our world-class content. We’re entertainers at heart and ICE is the ultimate stage for gaming.”

“for every peak we scale,
there will always be a higher
one on the horizon“

What are you most excited about for the industry – and for Microgaming – in the coming year? 

“Innovation is the big, industry-wide ambition for the year ahead, and that’s profoundly
exciting for me. It means stepping outside our comfort zones and engaging in the bold,
creative thinking that is utterly vital in our ever-progressing world.

“The past year saw Microgaming make huge leaps as we extended our presence in regulated markets such as Colombia, Sweden, Bulgaria and Denmark. We picked up a number of awards along the way, launched 27 stunning games, ushered in a new era of prestige table games content, and our progressive jackpot network – the largest in the world – awarded a record-breaking payout of €18.9m through Mega Moolah.

“But for every peak we scale, there will always be a higher one on the horizon. Microgaming will approach 2019 with a galvanised pioneering spirit, leading the way with
innovative, diverse content, while always keeping an eye on the path less travelled.”

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Game of Thrones Power Stacks will see Microgaming build on its branded relationship with HBO that was penned six years ago upon the launch of the developers first Game of Thrones branded slot game in 2014.

The new release, which is being developed by Slingshot Studios, is set to feature some of the leading characters and personalities from the Game of Thrones universe that are ready to lead players on a new pursuit for rewards through the world of Westeros. 

Jean-Luc Ferriere, chief commercial officer at Microgaming, comments:“The Game of Thrones brand has garnered a devoted following among viewers, along with incredible media attention. We are excited to extend our partnership with HBO to supply a new Game of Thrones online slot that honours and builds on the brand’s immense popularity. 

“In the spirit of the show, we will be working hard to deliver a quality, feature-rich slot game so that players can enjoy an authentic Game of Thrones themed gaming experience.”

Having taken global mainstream audiences by storm, Game of Thrones is one of the most popular entertainment brands in the world with the TV series netting hundreds of award nominations and wins, including 160 Primetime Emmy Award nominations with 59 wins, and seven Golden Globe Award nominations with one win, throughout its eight season run

The eighth season of the show reached phenomenal status, with the season finale being watched by 19.3 million viewers across all HBO platforms. The series has given rise to a number of officially licensed products, including the original slot game by Microgaming which is available in both 243 ways and 15 lines.

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