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Week 49/2022 slot games releases
Here are this weeks latest slots releases compiled by European Gaming!
Yggdrasil and ReelPlay partners Hot Rise Games have combined once again to deliver a slot of gargantuan proportions in Hot Rise’s Gods VS GigaBlox™. The title sees worlds quake as mighty Gods battle for domination. Lucrative Free Spins and VERSUS bonuses combine with Yggdrasil’s iconic Game Engagement Mechanic (GEM), GigaBlox, to net players in excess of 10,000x their stake.
Napoleon Vs Rabbits is born of a partnership between Blue Guru and Relax Gaming’s Silver Bullet program. The game’s pixel art design pairs well with the playful theme, and the 7 x 7 cluster play grid adds to the game’s fantastic visual energy.
Spinomenal, the leading iGaming content provider, has announced the launch of its festive new game, Wild Santa 2. This Christmas themed slot game has a 5×4 reel design with 10 Pay Lines. Players can benefit from free spins, during which wild symbols will completely cover a randomly selected reel on each spin.
Relax Gaming, the igaming aggregator and supplier of unique content, is once again teaming up with Casino Grounds as everyone’s favourite rugged beasts take to the sea in fishing-themed release Net Gains. This high volatility slot is filled to the brim with lucrative bonus features that can see players win up to 15,000x their bet by way of mystery symbols, stacked wilds, coin collections and free spins.
Pragmatic Play, welcomes players on a quest to discover the riches that are hidden inside the safe in the newly released Reel Banks. Played across a 5×4 reel layout, the slot takes players into the heart of a bank with symbols depicting money, gold bars and lucky sevens, which need to form matching combinations across the title’s 25 paylines to award a win.
Greentube, is inviting players to join them on undoubtedly its sweetest game to-date, Star Candy. This high volatility 5-reel, 50 payline slot has vibrant graphics that are good enough to eat, and gameplay offering wins of up to 840x by way of stacked symbols and a potentially unlimited number of free spins during a bonus round that also boasts a progressive win multiplier.
Tiki Bonanza, the latest release from GAN’s Silverback Gaming, promises to whisk players away to a tropical beach, where lockable reels lead to potential big wins. With a unique take on locked reels, this 5×3 base slot allows players not only to lock any of the five reels after any spin, but to change their stakes before they spin again also, without losing their locks.
Armadillo Studios is proud to announce the official release of its newest game – Armadillo Does Christmas – a slot that embraces and expands upon the wonderful and festive season this time of the year. Armadillo Does Christmas has players joining the Armadillo Studios mascot on his sled as he takes the mantle of Santa Claus, travelling around the world and gifting presents.
PopOK Gaming has released three new additions that will provide an outstanding iGaming experience to any player. The latest expansion of PopOK Gaming’s portfolio offers even more exciting titles. Please welcome Baccarat, Flaming Phoenix, Wild Poki, and FruitBall.
Nolimit City has made it out of the miserable alleyways of Rock Bottom in one piece. Now, they’re taking to the skies and revisiting one of history’s most influential moments. The provider is known to tread outside its comfort zone, releasing their first-ever cluster game, The Border in September. They’ve now upped the ante yet again as they smash the boundaries of what a cluster game can be with their latest release, Pearl Harbor.
This month, Swintt’s studio has been transformed into Santa’s workshop as the software provider’s talented team of elves prepare to roll another Christmas classic off the production line in Santa Pets – a brand-new cluster pays slot that’s bursting with festive features. Played out across an expanded 7×7 reel matrix, this jolly holiday slot boasts all the makings of a cozy Christmas at home with your favourite four-legged friends as players spin their way to maximum wins of up to 7,000x.
Wazdan, the innovative games provider, has launched the latest edition of its 9 Coins™ series with the luxurious 9 Coins™ Grand Gold Edition. Building off the popularity of the original, 9 Coins™ Grand Gold Edition sees an enhanced Grand Jackpot of 1,500x player’s bet available in its hugely popular Hold the Jackpot bonus round, which also benefits from the addition of the engagement-boosting Cash Infinity™ feature.
Wizard Games has put a twist on the usual Christmas festivities, with a very bad Santa running amok in Naughty Nik. The 5×4, 25 payline slot sees handcuffs, naughty lists, booze, and a bevvy of beauties fill the reels as players look to collect cash prizes through the Naughty Collect Feature. These cash values will be awarded if a Naughty Nik symbol lands on the reels.
NetEnt has launched its sweetest video slot this season, where Gumdrops and fluffy Cupcakes come together in a symphony of mouth-watering features boosted by Scatter Pays and signature Avalanche™ mechanics. When at least eight Gumdrops of the same color pop onto the reels, the Scatter Pays kick in for potentially delightful payouts.
‘Tis the season to be naughty in Play’n GO’s latest Christmas title, Naughty Nick’s Book, a slot that’s sure to put a hilarious spin on holiday slots. Join Naughty Nick and his rambunctious friends as they tell a different Christmas Eve… In Naughty Nick’s Book sees an uncanny cast of characters – Naughty Nick, Rude-Olf, Rupert the Rascal and Eric Elf – who will change the way players think about the usual Christmas title.
Apparat Gaming, the developer of slots with a German accent, has taken a Nordic legend and turned it into a game that delivers untold riches to those that dare to enter the realm of Asgard. The Guardian God: Heimdall’s Horn sees players join Heimdall, the ever-vigilant defender of Asgard. He keeps watch at the gates, standing in front of the rainbow bridge that leads into the kingdom of the gods.
Stacked diamonds, dazzling wins and a brand-new “ways” mechanic can all be found in the latest shimmering slot to leave Stakelogic’s production line. Diamond Stacker Multipays promises to be more than just a girl’s best friend… Multipays is an innovative mechanic crafted by Stakelogic’s team of genius gameplay engineers. It sees symbol combinations across win lines paid each time reels three, four and five stop, then it combines the three, four and five-of-a-kind wins together. Dazzling, or what?
Spinomenal, has stepped things up for the festive period with the release of its latest game, Reindeer Rampage! This new game will be a certified crowd pleaser over the Christmas holidays, whisking players’ imaginations away to frosted lakes and snowy mountains. Cheeky elves, dazzling Christmas trees, flying sleighs and majestic reindeers are just a selection of the seasonal graphics.
Kalamba Games has sprinkled a generous dose of seasonal joy on one of its most popular games from a much-loved franchise in its latest release Joker Max: Hit ‘n’ Roll Xmas Edition. The new slot includes the very high volatility that the series is known for, along with numerous tweaks and improvements such as the inclusion of the Hit ‘n’ Roll bonus wheel feature.
Pragmatic Play, a leading content provider to the iGaming industry, serves up spicy cluster wins in its new release Hot Pepper™. Set across a 7×7 grid, the title is filled with Mexican-inspired symbols including tacos, limes, piñatas and more, which must form a cluster of at least five adjacent symbols to award a win.
Yggdrasil and Bang Bang Games have partnered for a thrilling adventure in Rainbow Power Potz UltraNudge™. Currently decked out with a winter wonderland theme, this skin will thaw on the 1st of January to reveal a more traditional Irish theme! The 5×4, 40 payline game sees players look to land a leprechaun on the reels, as he acts as a Wild.
3 Oaks Gaming, has launched Hit more Gold!, integrating the highly popular Hold and Win mechanic into its gameplay with modern twists. The 5×4, 25 line slot appeals to a vast band of players as this classically themed title presents the opportunity to win plenty of prizes when the game’s main feature is unlocked. Three Scatter symbols can land on the reels, allowing players to capture eight Free Spins.
Blueprint Gaming’s latest slot release turns players into ‘playas’ in Ballin’, a game that demonstrates its versatility in game design. Sun-soaked boulevards and exclusive marinas provide the backdrop for the achingly cool and confident big cats that supply the symbols, along with big bling watches and jewellery across five reels in a 3x4x4x4x3 configuration.
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Totogaming Joins Cernica Pantelimon RunFest: Not Just Present, But Fully Participating
“We weren’t just present — we were participants of Runfest. And that’s one of the most important aspects,” said Artak Ashkhatoyan, Deputy CEO of Totogaming.
On July 6, Totogaming joined the Cernica Pantelimon Runfest in Romania, once again emphasizing the importance of promoting amateur sports and a healthy lifestyle.
“Supporting such initiatives is a priority for TotoGaming. First, 50% of the proceeds from RunFest will be donated to the CLOVES Romania Foundation, supporting children affected by CLOVES Syndrome. And second, we’ve always believed in showing our passion for sports through actions, not just words. Have you noticed how we’re constantly rushing through life, yet when we look back, it often feels like we haven’t moved at all? It’s important for us to lead by example and show the importance of participation. This is exactly the message we’re promoting through our team’s active involvement in the marathon. After all, there can never be too much sport in our lives,” said TotoGaming’s Deputy CEO, Artak Ashkhatoyan.
A Simple Concept, a Powerful Impact
The concept of this sports event is straightforward: choose a distance between 1 to 21 kilometers and run. The goal? Make sport an integral part of everyday life. The crowd certainly embraced that, gathering as early as 8:30 a.m. — on a Sunday morning.
Totogaming contributed in two distinct capacities: as an official sponsor and as an active participant. A dedicated team of 13 employees represented the company at the Cernica Pantelimon RunFest, with 7 of them proudly taking part as runners.
More Than Just a Run
It wasn’t an easy challenge — especially because among Totogaming’s runners were people for whom running isn’t a daily habit, or even part of their life at all. Yet they couldn’t miss the opportunity, not least from the perspective of corporate responsibility.
“We just finished the 7.5-kilometer race!” shared Petrut-Adrian Toea from the Totogaming team.
“It was amazing, honestly. Around the 2-kilometer mark, I had this little battle with myself — I told myself I had to finish the race, no matter what. And I did it! I came in around 60th place out of over 100 runners, which for me is a really good result.”
“I see my participation as a small contribution toward promoting a healthy lifestyle. In my close circle, everyone knows I’m not exactly the sporty type. I’m not athletic, and I usually prefer having fun in other ways. But showing up here, early in the morning, in this intense heat, and completing almost 8 kilometers with just one short break — I think it set a good example.”
“I hope seeing someone like me finish this challenge motivates my friends to try something similar for their own health. I believe that’s a meaningful contribution”, – added Petrut-Andrea.
Totogaming also made it possible for every attendee to bring sport into their lives — quite literally. At the Totogaming tent, participants could ride stationary bikes and receive prizes based on the number of points they earned through their efforts.
Whether they were running, cycling, or simply cheering for friends, the goal for everyone was the same: to reach the destination of champions — by bringing sport into everyday life.
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BMM Testlabs, the world’s original gaming test lab renowned for exceptional product compliance and certification services, today announced the promotion of Sacha McLaughlin to Vice President of Global Quality Assurance.
BMM’s President of Land-Based Gaming & Inspections, Kirk White, said, “Sacha has consistently demonstrated exceptional leadership, operational excellence, and a customer-first attitude. Her experience and passion will be critical as we continue to grow our QA services to meet the always-evolving needs of the global gaming industry.”
With over 18 years of experience in software implementation and seven years in the gaming industry, McLaughlin brings extensive knowledge of both agile and waterfall development methodologies, test planning, project management, and cross-regional team leadership. She is recognized for her ability to build and scale QA organizations that deliver quality, speed, and value to customers.
McLaughlin joined BMM in 2018 and has held roles of increasing responsibility within the Company, most recently serving as Senior Director of Quality Assurance. Throughout her tenure, she has been instrumental in expanding BMM’s QA capabilities and helping customers launch products into the global gaming market more quickly, with a focus on regulatory compliance, functionality, fairness, and security.
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Major findings from the newly launched report include playable ads having the potential to deliver impression-to-install rates 16 times that of non-playable formats for emerging gaming apps and a 20% increase in spending on interactive ads year over year.
Liftoff, a leading AI-enabled growth platform for the mobile app economy, has published its seventh annual Mobile Ad Creative Index. The report explores top creative trends that are attracting and scaling in ad spend across consumer apps and games. It also highlights the expanding role of AI in creative production, testing, and optimization.
This year’s Mobile Ad Creative Index specifically analyzes creative concepts that have excelled in scale for Liftoff’s highest-spending advertisers over the past 12 to 48 months. It is based on findings from over 4.7 trillion impressions, 263 billion clicks, and 1.1 billion installs between 1 January 2023 and 31 May 2025.
Highlights from the report include:
Top consumer apps are investing in interactive ads to compete for engagement
In 2024, the share of spend on interactive ads for top apps increased by 20% year over year. The share of spend increased by 2% for spenders outside the top tier. Top-spending apps differentiate their campaigns by adding innovations to evergreen concepts such as social scrollers, carousels, and scratch-offs.
Playable ads deliver returns across ad budgets for mobile game advertisers
In 2024, the share of spend on playable ads for top games averaged 35% higher than other games. Across all ad budgets, however, playable ads delivered higher conversion rates. Impression-to-install rates were 8 times that of non-playable formats for top spenders and 16 times that of non-playable formats for other game advertisers.
Tailoring “metaplay” elements to motivations can improve performance
“Metaplay” elements—gameplay that diverges from an app’s core design to appeal to a broader audience—are widespread, but top games gain an edge by tailoring their metaplay ads to the publisher audience. The report found that aligning “metaplay” creative with publisher audiences resulted in a 93% increase in installs-per-mille.
UGC is becoming a key differentiator in driving scale for consumer apps
The share of spend on user-generated content (UGC) increased 11% for top-spending apps, with social and utility apps seeing the most significant jump of nearly 30% between 2023 and 2024.
Widespread adoption of Gen AI leads to more customized ad experiences
Creative teams increasingly leverage AI to enhance top-performing assets with 3D and motion and to create and test variations. Top advertisers also use AI to recombine their assets in customized ad experiences that break away from standard video to playable formats.
Yann Zeller, Chief of Staff, Creative at Liftoff, said: “Today’s creative landscape is shaped by a single, powerful truth: attention is the commodity, and brands, games, and influencers are all vying for it. Great mobile ad experiences can earn attention by aligning context with behavior. As ad formats become richer and AI expands our ability to personalize and adapt creatives at scale, we’re able to unlock new insights into user behavior and motivation. We see users spend meaningful stretches with the right content, sometimes 60 to 90 seconds when the ad feels personal or prompts meaningful participation. This isn’t just a better way to advertise—it’s a better way to tell stories and the most exciting brief we’ve had in years.”
Soren Steelquist, Director of Creative Production, said: “The proof is in the data—more and more consumer apps are incorporating UGC into every stage of their marketing, and programmatic is no different. UGC works because it’s authentic and relatable, and users are more likely to be influenced by ad when it’s coming from a trustworthy source. To see higher impact from UGC creatives, work with a partner that can match the right creator with your brand and develop winning concepts that resonate with audiences.”
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