Pinocchio’s Journey – Triple Cherry

Inspired by the classic tale of the wooden puppet’s dream of becoming a real boy, Triple Cherry’s latest introduction is 5×3 slot which includes 25 paylines along with a Pinocchio construction bonus round and free spins.

The former, which is accessed by filling up the progress bar, commences with six free spins and is played with special reels. Furthermore, some symbols increase in size to appear in three rows.

During Pinocchio’s journey, the free spins bonus round includes bonus sombra symbols which increase the progress bar by 12.5 per cent. Once the bar reaches 50 per cent, three free spins will be added. Once fully completed, four free spins will be awarded to the player.

“We wanted to develop a slot with a theme that everybody knows. The tale of Pinocchio is a beautiful childhood story which people from all over the world know about.” – Juan Antonio Galindo, CEO & co-founder of Triple Cherry.

Multiplier Odyssey – Relax Gaming

Players are invited onto an intergalactic battlefield for wins as large as 50,000x their bet as igaming aggregator and supplier Relax Gaming debuts Multiplier Odyssey.

Coins land across the game screen, displaying multiplier values that are added up and applied to a win each time a coin collector symbol appears. A x3 variant of the collector triples the amount won from all the collected coin icons, causing engagement to soar and serving up some fantastic wins.

Three bonus symbols blast the players off into free spins, where seven are awarded, represented as lives in this cosmic battle. Each winning spin applies a multiplier from the display above the reel area, while every losing spin reduces a life.

Once all 10 multipliers are applied, the super multiplier is unlocked, where the reels keep spinning until a win is scored. Additionally, a buy feature allows for those eager players to transport themselves straight to the action in the bonus round for intergalactic wins and free spins.

“Multiplier Odyssey takes players on an action-packed journey in pursuit of celestial wins. With immersive space-combat-themed design, explosive features and an achievable maximum win of 50,000x, we believe this game will be a hit amongst players and help to differentiate our clients’ lobbies.” – Simon Hammon, Relax Gaming CPO.

Ice Rubies – CT Gaming Interactive

CT Gaming Interactive looks to put the shine on the freezing winter days via its latest online casino slot introduction, Ice Rubies.

The game is a five-reel, 40-payline video offering that includes heart wilds that expand to make wild zones to boost players’ potential win.

Within the game the heart wilds which, when expanded, form the aforementioned wild zones to create an entire area of different characters becoming wilds. If the wild lands on the first reel, it will then expand to the second and third.

Additionally, when it does appear on the third reel, all symbols on that reel, along with the fourth and fifth, will become wilds.

Giza Infinity Reels – Yggdrasil & ReelPlay

Yggdrasil, in partnership with YG Masters partner ReelPlay, has unveiled its first Infinity Reels title, Giza, which becomes the latter’s second to be produced through the YG Masters program.

Enabling players to explore the land of the Pharaohs, Giza Infinity Reels brings users face to face with one of ancient Egypt’s most defining symbol; the Great Pyramid of Giza.

New reels can be added to the slot, with each increasing the multiplier for all symbols’ wins. Consecutive wins will push players up the multiplier trail.

Each spin offers the chance to continue adding new reels for bigger wins and a chance at reaching the jackpot. This is triggered when players reach the 15^th reel, where the jackpot prize of 888x the total bet is awarded in addition to any wins already achieved.

“The release of Giza Infinity Reels through our YG Masters program offers players another captivating game experience for the new year.

“The intricate artwork and immersive soundtrack provided by ReelPlay blend effortlessly with the fast pace of the game, which will leave players across the world delighted with their in-game experience.

“It is yet another title which was built using our proven GATI technology which allows Masters studios to quickly develop content followed by rapid distribution into global markets.” – Stuart McCarthy, Head of Partner Programs at Yggdrasil.

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Foxpot – Foxium

Independent studio Foxium, in collaboration with Microgaming, is inviting players to step back through the doors of an opulent land-based casino, without setting a foot outside their front doors, via its latest online casino introduction Foxpot.

Foxpot is a three-reel video slot which has only one active payline, however, the main focus  is very much on the fortune wheel which dominates the screen.

During the base game, the wheel operates as three bonus wheels in one: the money award, the multiplier and the respin mode, each with a different trigger.

Landing one, two or three bonus symbols provides a spin of each moving tier. One bonus symbol spins the money ring offering cash prizes plus three jackpots called mini, midi and Foxpot worth up to 1,000x the bet.

Two bonus symbols lets the player spin the second ring which awards a multiplier of up to x10 to be applied against whatever was won from the money ring. The third bonus symbol provides a spin on the third ring which may award a respin.

“In today’s market, players are yearning to recapture some of the magic of the physical casino, but online slots have also never been more popular.

“At Foxium we are constantly looking for new ways to innovate on our presentation and gameplay, and we recognised that we could push both these envelopes at the same time as giving players a chance to immerse themselves in the atmosphere of the casino.

“The result is Foxpot, a game that we are incredibly proud of, a game for our time, and a game that bottles the best of both online slots and physical casinos.” – Åke André, Foxium CEO.

Usain Bolt – Ganapati 

Ganapati has released its long awaited Usain Bolt igaming title, a three-reel game which has 27 paylines that can increase to 108 if the reels fully expand to a 12×5 grid.

The tribute to the world’s fastest man, who is also said to have worked closely with the firm throughout the development process, features 11 symbols; a high wild symbol, a standard wild, five high-paying symbols and four low-paying.

The former of those is the main trigger and can launch two features. The first is the wild replacement feature. Once activated, a high symbol will be randomly replaced when a high wild completely appears on any reel.

The second feature is the reel extension which will award an additional re-spin once the reel has extended. Furthermore, multiple high symbols will be randomly replaced by standard wilds when the high wilds symbol covers a reel.

During the bonus round, the re-spin will be repeated if a high wild appears in full during the re-spin. This will continue until no more high wild symbols appear in full.

Kluster Krystals Megaclusters – Relax Gaming

Kluster Krystals Megaclusters is the first take on the Big Time Gaming mechanic by Relax Gaming, after it become the first supplier to gain IP rights to an offering where every spin brings the possibility of upgrading symbols.

Winning clusters kick things up a notch, causing all neighbouring symbols to upgrade to a double, triple or quad. The feature also applies to multipliers, boosting them by up to three times their starting value, causing win potential to soar.

Serving up even more action is the treasure trove of Krystals, with three mini features that are guaranteed to trigger a sequence of six avalanches, each offering the chance for players to enhance their game.

The bonus round sees up to seven free spins up for grabs and the potential to unlock four more, with symbol upgrades hidden in every nook and cranny.

“Megaclusters is another headline grabbing mechanic from our longstanding partners Big Time Gaming and we’re incredibly excited to be unveiling our first spin on the feature with Kluster Krystals Megaclusters.

“We’ve complemented the engaging mechanic with a fast-paced feature set and dazzling theme that really allows for the excellent maths model to shine. This title has set the tone of the quality entertainment we’ll be bringing to players this year.” – Simon Hammon, Relax Gaming CPO.

Mighty Stallion Hold & Win – iSoftBet

Players are invited to ride the reel in Mighty Stallion Hold & Win, with iSoftBet travelling to the Wild West in a 3×5 slot that combines both a free spins and respins bonus feature with the Hold & Win mechanic.

Taking iSoftBet’s Hold & Win format, players start with an initial three respins, which reset every time a fireball lands on the reels. If all 15 reel spots are filled, a gigantic 1,000x a player’s stake is awarded.

Players’ chances of winning are not just limited to respins. Within base gameplay, the Mighty Stallion Wild Spin can be triggered at any time, where giant wild stallion symbols will spin through, with any landing turning into colossal wilds.

Three or more mighty stallion symbols trigger free spins, where special stacked wild multiplier coins are in play on reels 2 and 4, which can multiply wins by up to 100x.

“Mighty Stallion Hold & Win combines both free spins and respins in a fast-paced gallop across the reels that is sure to produce immersive gaming experiences. 

“With a free spins feature that can see a player’s win multiplied by up to 100x and a lucrative respins mode where wins of up to 1,000x can be achieved, Mighty Stallion can transport players to lucrative wins on any spin.” – Michael Probert, Chief Commercial Officer at iSoftBet.

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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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National Council on Problem Gambling

US advocacy organisation the National Council on Problem Gambling, which provides support for people and families who are affected by problem gambling and gambling addiction, has announced the appointment of a new director for an organisational members seat and the election of a new vice president.

Raquel Buari joins the board to fill the organisational members seat vacated due to the recent resignation of Chelsea Turner, serving for the remainder of the term until July 2022. 

Furthermore, Stacy Shaw, serving in an organisational seat for the Oregon Lottery, has been welcomed as vice president bringing “decades of experience” to the firm.

“NCPG is honored to have leaders like Raquel and Stacy,” said Keith Whyte, executive director of NCPG. “Their perspectives and experiences will be invaluable in helping to guide our organisation through these difficult times.” 

International Game Technology

International Game Technology has confirmed that Dorothy Costa, who previously served as vice president of people and transformation for North America, has been appointed as global head of people and transformation, reporting to Marco Sala effective April 6, 2020. 

In her new role Costa will have strategic oversight for the IGT people and transformation function, including all business unit senior people partners and the total rewards, diversity and inclusion, organisation transformation and global services and talent management centers of excellence.

“I wish to congratulate Dorothy Costa, whom I will be working with closely as she takes on the role of Global Head of People and Transformation and we continue to advance IGT’s leadership by attracting and cultivating our industry’s foremost talent,” stated Marco Sala, IGT CEO. 

“I would like to thank Mario Di Loreto for his successful transformation of IGT Human Resources into the People and Transformation organization, and for implementing a strategic operating model that has greatly benefited our Company and global workforce.”

Digitain

Martin Clarke has joined sportsbook and casino platform provider Digitain as director of product management, overseeing the development strategy for the company.

Lauded a bringing “a wealth of industry experience to his new position”, including senior product roles at Betway, Betsson Group and Flutter Entertainment, it follows a previous role of director of product at B2B sports betting provider Metric Gaming, 

Suren Khachatryan, CCO at Digitain, explained: “With a wealth of experience spanning some of the industry’s most established businesses, we are thrilled to welcome Martin into the Digitain family.

“His unique skills in problem solving, technical development and exemplary leadership are unrivalled, and we have no doubt his tenure as director of product management will bring tremendous success.”

Relax Gaming

Nadiya Attard has joined igaming aggregator and supplier Relax Gaming as director of sales to push forward on the firm’s global expansion strategy and realise new growth opportunities.

Assuming the position last month, Attard brings over 15 years of B2B and B2C online gaming experience to the company, having held several senior positions at NetEnt, Betfair, as well as Parimatch, Marathonbet and Microgaming. 

Daniel Eskola, CCO at Relax Gaming, noted: “Nadiya’s track record for delivering results and going above and beyond targets is admirable. We are thrilled that she is joining the Relax team and are positive that with her ability to develop long-lasting business relationships she will further the company’s success and make a huge contribution to our future growth.”

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BF Games – Hot Sunrise

Return to the funky 90s and experience summer on a Miami beach where BF Games promises “the fun never stops,” as the igaming development studio introduces its latest 3×3 neon-lit title Hot Sunrise.

A wild symbol can substitute all other symbols and landing a stack of identical symbols on two of the reels awards a Respin. Hot Sunrise also comes with a new turbo feature which aims to speed up the excitement for players.

When nine identical symbols land, players get a chance to spin the wheel bonus for a chance to claim generous multipliers.

“Hot Sunrise is a traditional fruit slot but with a funky twist of thrilling features and superb retro-themed graphics and sound.

“It takes players back to a fantastic era where they can enjoy the golden coast of Miami and we are certain it will appeal to a wide demographic of players.” – Piotr Szpoton, CEO at BF Games.

Live 5 – Roco Loco

Experience a Mexican fiesta in Live 5’s latest igaming introduction Roco Loco, representing the first game to go live across GVC brands after the two parties inked a multi-year omni-channel deal.

The 5×4 reel slot boasts features such as stacked stepping wilds, free spins and a progressive multiplier.

Stacked stepping wilds randomly drop in like any other of the game symbols and keep on stepping until they are out of view.

Entry to the free spins bonus is triggered when three golden candy skull bonus symbols land on reels one, three and five at random. Each represents a starting multiplier value, the ‘wild’ high stack (which can go as high as eight) and the number of starting wild reels.

The free spins multiplier increases with every spin and continues infinitely so long as there is a wild symbol in view.

Roco Loco has been certified for launch in the UK, Spain, Sweden, Italy, Denmark, Malta and Loto Québec.

“Roco Loco has it all – a bold theme, striking design, explosive gameplay and big win potential making it one of our most complete slot games to date.

“With volatility dial turned to the max, players can expect a thrilling experience that takes them to the heart of a wild Mexican fiesta.

“We believe Roco Loco will prove to be popular with a wide range of player types and look forward to rolling it out across our network of operator partners.” – Lloyd Butler, CEO at Live 5.

Relax Gaming – Marching Legions

After teasing delegates at CasinoBeats Malta Digital through an official slot competition, Relax Gaming is inviting players to battle in its latest release, Marching Legions.

The 5×3 slot features marching respins, nudges and free spins, as players strive to conquer the reels to win up to 10,000x their bet.

Each time a full stack of legionaries appears they brandish their swords and charge across the game area, triggering respins in their wake.

If another full stack lands during respins, it will turn into a marching stack, continuing the feature until the troops march off the game screen.

Every stack that marches out of sight is recorded in the free spins collection meter until five have been counted, unlocking new territory in the free spins round. Here, players collect horn symbols to progress across the frontline with new waves of legionaries and free spins.

The nudge feature also helps to build a full stack if only two or more partial stacks have landed, boosting players’ chance of triggering the bonus round.

“Marching Legions is a bold new addition to our portfolio that combines exciting features with fun graphics and animations to make for an all-round engaging game.

“The winning opportunity with this slot is sure to draw in a range of player types as they rally the troops in quest of big wins and a rewarding slot experience.” – Simon Hammon, Relax Gaming CPO.

Habanero – Hey Sushi

Slots and table games provider has launched Hey Sushi, featuring a range of sushi-themed symbols that cascade down a 5×3 grid.

The game awards 10 free games for every three scatter symbols that land on the reels, with sushi symbols triggering multipliers of up to x15.

“We are thrilled to unveil our latest enthralling slot, the instant culinary classic that is Hey Sushi.

“With a wealth of delightful symbols, flawless mechanics and an authentic original soundtrack on the menu, even the most disciplined of players will struggle to save this one for last. Draw up a chair and get your sushi skills ready, we promise you’ll be in for a treat!” – Arcangelo Lonoce, head of business development in Europe at Habanero.

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Relax Gaming – TNT Tumble

A new entrant into Relax Gaming’s Tumble series has debuted, with the firm’s introduction set in a serene meadow lined by Alpine mountains.

TNT Tumble is a 5×7 grid slot, the gameplay of which offers players the opportunity to mine for valuable crystals and big wins of over 12,000x stake.

The game features TNT blocks which destroy a layer of dark stone when they fall, as well as drill wilds which travel down the reels racking up big prizes to add to the win.

In the free spins bonus round, awarded when all dark stone blocks in the main game are destroyed, the player is provided with three variations of volatility to choose from: multipliers, multipliers and extra spins and extra spins.

“TNT Tumble is set to become a new fan-favourite, offering players the familiar excitement of the Tumble series with a range of new mechanics that get hearts racing.

“The quality animations, sound and visuals all come together in this slot to create a slick and customisable game that is packed with engagement and retention potential, making for a dynamite addition to our operator partners’ portfolios.”  – Simon Hammon, Relax Gaming CPO.

Spearhead Studios – Lara Jones is Cleopatra

Set inside the tomb of the Egyptian Queen, Lara Jones returns fresh from the adventures contained within precursor game The Book of Souls.

Featuring a 96.46 per cent RTP, the 5×3 video slot with ten pay lines and a maximum win approaching 17,000x.

The base game offers single-line wins of up to 3,000x and the Cleopatra spin which, when triggered, sees all Queen, Jack and 10 symbols being replaced with the top-paying Cleopatra symbol potentially generating wins in excess of 1,000x. All base and feature wins can be entered into the gamble ladder to potentially increase them up to €30,000.

The appearance of three scatters in the base game will transport the player to deep inside Cleopatra’s tomb and grant them an initial ten free spins.

“I am thrilled that we are bringing our lead character, from our top-performing game The Book of Souls into our latest title, Lara Jones is Cleopatra. She will continue to star in upcoming titles, along with many other entertaining characters which we plan to introduce in the forthcoming months.” – Mathias Larsson, managing director at Spearhead.

Pragmatic Play – Fruit Rainbow

Casino content developer Pragmatic Play introduces Fruit Rainbow, offering a fresh spin on the classic fruit machine, with a 5×4, 40 payline grid featuring with fruit symbols, while wilds take the form of a rainbow.

The diamond acts as a scatter symbol and if five land on the reels on any singular spin, players will receive a payout of 500x their stake. If the entire grid fills with the stacked rainbow Wilds, users will be awarded with 2000x their bet stake.

“Our portfolio offers a unique and diverse collection of games and Fruit Rainbow gives players a classic fruit machine experience with a thrilling twist.

“Its colourful gameplay and potential for extremely high wins thanks to the stacked rainbow Wilds will give Pragmatic Play fans another exciting product in our slot catalogue.” – Melissa Summerfield, chief commercial officer at Pragmatic Play.

Lightning Box – Blown Away

Sydney-based Lightning Box has introduced the latest addition to its igaming portfolio, with Blown Away set aboard a fishing ship which has been thrown off course. The scurvy crew, led by the walrus, are trying to whip up several big wins in order to get them back on track.

Excitement builds when a tornado lands on the last reel. With a gust of wind, the lowest royal symbol is removed and another re-spin awarded. This can continue until no royals are left on the reels.

Three boat symbols trigger free spins in which removed Royals remain removed for the duration of the spins, with the addition of a cow multiplier designed to add to the fun and thrill of the game.

Blown Away has initially entered a period of exclusivity with Sky Vegas for two weeks, before general release on April 15.

“We’re hoping this newest title will blow players’ socks off, particularly with the tornado respin feature which could boost payouts by up to seven times. We’re also looking forward to seeing how it does with Sky Vegas before going on general release elsewhere.” – Peter Causley, CEO and co-founder of Lightning Box.

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Pragmatic Play – Aztec Bonanza

Be transported to the land of the Aztecs as content provider Pragmatic Play challenges players to try and unlock the totem jewel in the 5×6 Aztec Bonanza.

At first, four corners of the reels are covered in stone. These are opened through cascading wins, with two consecutive ones unlocking a separate corner of the reels and increasing the win potential.

As more corners are cracked, other features are triggered, with each section unlocked freeing another level of the totem to the right of the reels.

If the totem is freed from its chains completely, the free spins mode is activated. When the full grid is unlocked, players can enjoy up to 7776 different ways to win.

“Aztec Bonanza offers a thrilling experience for players, combining tumbling wins, unique features and an ever-expanding reel layout to give the best opportunity possible to claim huge wins.”

“Aztec Bonanza’s proven theme, fast-paced gameplay and lucrative win potential gives it all the ingredients needed to be another standout hit in the Pragmatic Play slot portfolio.” – Melissa Summerfield, chief commercial officer at Pragmatic Play.

MGA Games – CSI Miami

Now available to online casino operators in Spain, CSI Miami, which first premiered in 2002, is the latest igaming entrant from MGA Games.

The title comes complete with the authentic rights of the stars from the famous American series that appear in all the audios with their original voices in Spanish.

In CSI: Miami, mini-games will play a fundamental role and will be key to guiding the team of Horatio Caine in the police investigation. To participate in the mini-games, the users will have to unlock them one by one: Las Pistas, La Huella, El Laboratorio and Arresto. Only then will they move closer to solving the case.

“At MGA Games we are characterised by constantly devising new products with new and popular themes that excite online casino users, which translate into high profitability for operators. Passion and motivation lead us to work daily on the conception of new productions, and are what make the big market operators trust us.” – Joan Sanahuja, CEO of MGA Games.

Relax Gaming – Mega Masks

Mega Masks are reawakened in this 5-reel, 41-fixed pay line slot, with players travelling into the Guatemalan jungle in search of big prizes

The free spins round is triggered when three bonus symbols fall on reels one, three and five, releasing fireflies onto the game screen to clear artifacts on the vines which separate each reel.  Once five have been cleared, the two adjacent reels join together, boosting chances of adding even more free spins to the initial 10 awarded.

A glowing mega bet stone stands beside the game screen which allows players to increase the frequency of the mega symbol feature. Depending on the level selected, the mechanic can remove five or nine artifacts before the free spins bonus begins.

“Mega Masks’ enticing theme is expertly crafted with top quality graphics and a gameplay that will keep players engaged over longer session times.

“Mega bet offers a level of customisation which will attract a broad range of audiences with different playing preferences. Combined with the slot’s free spin and win potential, Mega Masks will make a valuable addition to our operator partners’ portfolios.” – Simon Hammon, Relax Gaming’s CPO.

Nolimit City – Barbarian Fury

The Malta-based studio has showcased its latest title, taking inspiration from the sixth century where “only the fittest would reign supreme”.

Barbarian Fury reintroduces the studio’s xNudge mechanic on a 4×5 reel frame, with a 25-pay line set. With features such as, ‘xNudge Roaring Wilds’, nudging wilds that increases a multiplier with every nudge, ‘Barbarian Respin’, a second change with a minimum of three locked high-paying symbols and the main free spins bonus, ‘Fury Spins’, that combines the two features to deliver some massive potential.

“Back to the roots where xNudge really begun with a nudge filled video slot in a blazing cold environment where the fire and wins will keep you warm. The innovative nudge mechanic to start off the Fury Spins is just as thrilling in main game as when you buy the feature – expect your blood to chill from the suspense.” – Per Lindheimer, product owner at Nolimit City.

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Relax Gaming – Snake Arena

Pitting knights against a giant snake, the 5×5, 30 fixed payline slot features wins of up to 2758.8x bet, with players immersed in a head-to-head battle.

Both snakes and knights represent wilds in the game and activate the free spins round if both symbols land simultaneously. During the round, the snake chases the knight and grows in length at every catch until it runs into its own body, bringing the round to a halt.

Lucky players who succeed in defeating the snake are awarded with the maximum win of an additional 1000x their bet.

With an RTP of 96.25 per cent, Snake Arena also contains a number of features including wild chase, which occurs randomly in the gameplay and triggers the battle mode, transforming the entire reel into a wild. 

“Snake Arena is a high volatility title designed to get hearts racing. Players cannot only expect a thrilling, feature rich experience, but they can also gain instant access to the bonus round to boost winning chances, quick.

“With beautifully designed, retro-themed graphics and a deeply immersive gameplay, Snake Arena captures the quality in game development that Relax Gaming’s proprietary portfolio is well reputed for.” – Simon Hammon, Relax Gaming CPO.

NetEnt – Gold Money Frog

Set against a traditional lotus garden, NetEnt is striving to heighten the excitement in its latest slot release with the Asian-themed Gold Money Frog offering three progressive jackpots.

The 5-reel, 3-row title features a plethora of features, including wild substitutions, scatter wins, free spins and a jackpot wheel that it hopes will provide a boost to retention rates. The bonus round offers a progressive jackpot with three prize-levels, super, major and minor.

“NetEnt’s Asia-facing content has gone from strength to strength over the last year and the addition of Gold Money Frog will further enhance our growing catalogue. True excitement-building triple jackpots will appeal with multiple audiences and makes for an engaging, casual experience for our partners’ player bases,” – Bryan Upton, NetEnt’s director of games.

Nolimit City – Poison Eve

Malta headquartered casino platform and game developer Nolimit City is kicking off 2020 by unveiling its first release of the year, the 5-reel, 3-row Poison Ever,

Intending to bring a mix of familiarity and old school, the title features a land filled with mystique, where Eve reigns across the abandoned forest where no man dares to enter.

A flower power feature sees bonus symbol land on the fifth reel hot zone, awarding a random amount of free spins. Two magic portals between reel one and reel five are locked in, land guaranteed expanding symbols that pay with 3 symbols onwards along a win line. Win more portals and see larger win potential.

“Poison Eve incorporates lush graphics with familiar gameplay that most veteran players will appreciate, although also throws a few surprises along the way. With the flower power free spins bonus round that expands symbols with every locked in symbol, we know that this game will go down well with the wider audience and be embraced as a truly exciting experience.” – Per Lindheimer, product owner at Nolimit City.

Play’n Go – Legacy of Dead

Play’n Go has rolled out its first release of the new year, with Legacy of Dead the first of 52 planned introductions for the calendar year. The 5-reel slot based around the mythology of Ancient Egypt and centres around an Egyptian King, released from death in the quest for power and riches.

“2019 was a record-breaking year for us, and we plan to reach even higher for 2020. Legacy of Dead is the very first in a series of quality gaming releases that will further cement our status as one of the foremost suppliers in the industry, and we will bring slot entertainment to a whole new level this year.” – Johan Törnqvist, Play’n Go CEO.

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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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High 5 Games

High 5 Games newest entry is a twist on its The Amulet and the Charm title, with the latest incarnation coming complete with the power bet feature for the first time. 

The 4×5, 40 payline slot contains all characters and symbols from the original release, as it strives to utilise the new introductions to raise engagement levels as players seek the precious amulet.

Anthony Singer, CEO and founder of High 5 Games, said: “Power bet has become hugely popular with players looking to boost their wins, and we’re sure the addition of this exciting new feature to one of our most successful games will raise excitement levels even further.

“For those looking for good fortune in their life, this is the perfect game to find the luckiest charm of them all with the gameplay packed full of fun features and bonus rounds to win big.”

Playson

Revealing the latest entry to its portfolio Playson has introduced Fruit Supreme: 25 Lines, which becomes the newest title to bolster its ever growing Timeless Fruit Slots series.

The 4×3 slot developed in the classic fruit machine format features increased wins with 25 paylines, and includes a variety of fruits to get the juices flowing for players.

Vsevolod Lapin, head of product at Playson, commented: “Fruit Supreme: 25 Lines is a dynamic new take on our classic fruits style slot and a deserving addition to our Timeless Fruit Slots series.

“We have capitalised on our growing games portfolio with a series of significant operator in new markets integrations, and we are sure Fruit Supreme: 25 Lines will prove a big hit with both our new and loyal players.”

OneTouch

Mobile-first games developer OneTouch has followed up the releases of Juicy 7, Sumo Showdown, Wheel Of Fortune, and Andar Bahar, by adding Golden Stripe to its suite.

The game, set in the Far East, aims to take “slot action back to its purest form”, and features symbols and player rewards visible around the temple in which the game is set, tracking the player’s progress.

Ollie Castleman, head of marketing at OneTouch, stated: “Golden Stripe is a throwback to a classic era, offering simple-to-play mechanics while still offering the kind of quality you would expect from OneTouch.

“We know players will enjoy its stripped back nature and find themselves truly immersed with aptly-themed backdrops and sounds. It’s a great addition to our ever-growing content offering.”

Play’n Go

Arthurian themed slot The Sword and the Grail becomes the second offering based around the legend of King Arthur, following the release of Rise of Merlin earlier this year.

While rise of Merlin entered on the legendary wizard attached to the Mythology, The Sword and the Grail’s focus is very much upon the wider Arthur and his court. 

Merlin, King Arthur, Lady Guinevere and his trusted knight Lancelot are all evident as in-game symbols, while the scatter and wild symbols are represented by the Holy Grail and the Sword in the Stone, 

“The great thing about the Sword and the Grail is its challenging aspect. Winning is one thing, but you also have the chance to conquer the game by becoming the King of the Knights!

Players are going to want to achieve that title and they’ll have lots of fun doing it so, let the games begin,” noted Johan Törnqvist, Play’n Go CEO.

Relax Gaming

All aboard the Money Train, as content provider Relax Gaming offers players a journey to the Wild West in its latest slot offering.

The 5×4, 40 fixed payline slot, promises to take players on a trip through lawless lands full of wins of up to 20,000x the original bet.

The launch of Money Train, which is certified in Alderney, Denmark, Estonia, Latvia, Malta, Romania, Sweden and the UK, boosts Relax’s own-games library and follows the recent growth of the company’s Powered By and Silver Bullet partnership network.

Simon Hammon, CPO at Relax Gaming, said of the new title: “With buy-in features that offer players gunning for excitement a chance to win lock, stock and barrel, Money Train’s combination of high volatility and dynamic gameplay make it a great addition to any portfolio.

“Our in-house game content is going from strength to strength and Money Train is set to propel that momentum by offering our partners’ customers an immersive gameplay which drives retention and engagement rates.”

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