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Week 17/2023 slot games releases
Here are this weeks latest slots releases compiled by European Gaming
Jade Goddess is a force of nature, a goddess who has arrived to embody the new premium instalment from MGA Games. Wild, beautiful, and full of superpowers, this instalment offers great prizes hidden behind the 5 reels of Jade’s Aztec world. With pyramids, sphinxes, ancient coins, and other themed symbols, Jade Goddess offers a journey full of prizes and adventures, immersing players in the distant and fabulous age of the Aztec Empire.
Evoplay, invites players for a refreshing drink at its bar in its new instant game Super Bartender. Immersing players in a cocktail lounge, the game adds to the atmosphere with a relaxing piano soundtrack. Packed full of fruit-based fun, the mixologist presents a choice of six random cards and players must select the card with a hidden cocktail ingredient to be rewarded.
Habanero, unleashes the Monkey King in the latest addition to its slot portfolio, Naughty Wukong. Transporting players to the Orient, the slot depicts a colourful mountainous region with traditional Chinese symbols covering the board. A classic 3 reels slot game, Naughty Wukong counts 27 paylines and offers medium volatility to players, striking the balance between big wins and frequent payouts.
Slot fans who love super-sized wins and the popular lost city theme will marvel at Mayan Magic Gold, a spectacular new 5×3, 30-payline and high-volatility slot from Reevo. The game boasts stunning graphics and epic features such as Mega Blocks that suddenly appear, crushing any symbols below to enhance prizes, and a Magic Bonus that rewards players with either huge cash prizes, win multipliers or free spins. Trigger the bonus and you are faced with twelve magic chests, each one hiding big money values or more ways to win.
Greentube, is inviting players to take a journey to the afterlife where spirits, gods and reels collide in its latest release, Egyptian Underworld™. This 5-reel, All Ways title introduces a captivating new Sync ‘N’ Spin™ mechanic that sees all winning symbols respin, allowing for new wins to continually pay out. This only ends when no new winning combinations can be formed on the game reels.
Gaming Realms, a leading provider of mobile-focused gaming content, embarks on a leprechaun-filled adventure in its latest title Slingo® Lucky Joker. Traditional Slingo® mechanics can be found across this 5×5 reeled slot with additional innovative features that boost player engagement. With each spin, a trail game is triggered where a dice roll moves the Lucky Joker protagonist around the game board and can award instant cash prizes if landed on certain fixed positions.
Realistic Games has launched its new fishing-themed slot Catch 22 for an exclusive initial period with the Entain Group. One of the studio’s most anticipated releases of the year, Catch 22 can only be enjoyed on the renowned operator’s brands including Ladbrokes, bwin and PartyCasino until May 5th when it is made available to the general network. Catch 22 is played across 6×4 reels and has symbols in keeping with the overall nautical theme depicting fish, tackle, floats and more that must form a matching combination across 4,096 winning ways to create a win.
Armadillo Studios is proud to announce the official release of its latest innovative game, Wild Willy’s Gold Rush; a slot where players pick up their pickaxes and pans and travel back in time in a bid to strike it rich. Saddle up with ‘Wild Willy’ on his quest to find fortune and collect as many gold nuggets as possible in this 5×3, 20-payline, high-volatility game coming in 96.03%, 94.25% and 88.14% RTP versions.
Push Gaming is heading back to the Triassic town that inspired its hit game Dinopolis in its latest release Dino P.D. The expansion on the popular original is played across 5×4 reels, with recognisable aesthetics returning in conjunction with new symbols such as handcuffs, megaphones and various Dinosaur protagonists across 20 paylines. These are joined by a wild symbol which substitutes all base game paying symbols, making it easier to form wins.
Wizard Games has journeyed back to Ancient Egypt to explore the epic love story between Marc Anthony and Cleopatra in new hit Book of Eternal Romance. The latest slot in Wizard Games’ growing collection sees players greeted by a 5×3 grid action packed with features. A pyramid acts as a wild, while the two gods – Anubis and Bastet – and the two romantic protagonists, Cleopatra and Marc Anthony act as high-paying symbols.
Play’n GO welcomes a new family member to their popular Wilde franchise in their new educative online slot, Gerard’s Gambit. This innovative adventure-themed slot game has two goals — to teach newer players about traditional slot mechanics, which will progress in complexity as they advance through the levels, and to provide everyone with an engaging and fresh way to play. Gerard’s Gambit charts a course into undiscovered territory with this truly unique take on video slot games.
Yggdrasil, the leading publisher accelerating iGaming innovation, has unleashed chaos and horror in its hellish new release, Devour the Weak. The 5-reel, 243 payline slot introduces a new avalanche mechanic that sees all winning symbols destroyed, along with any icons of equal or lesser value, meaning new ones can come into play to create new wins. The mechanic adds another level of excitement by allowing players to form multiple winning combinations.
Relax Gaming, the iGaming aggregator and supplier of unique content, has announced the launch of its sequel to the hugely popular title Hellcatraz, with players returning to sunny San Francisco Bay as they seek to win 10,000x their stake. The slot is the latest in Relax’s record-breaking Dream Drop Jackpots series which has already created seven millionaires in less than a year. With an RTP of 93.99%, including a 12% jackpot contribution, the sequel gives players 3,125 ways to win.
ELA Games invites players to take to the reels armed with an Instant Dakkar Bonus, a Dakkar Wilds Feature and much more. With a reel configuration of 5×4, and 50 win-lines, “Vikings Wild” game takes players into a Norse adventure across the seas, where they join the Viking warriors on their search for legendary riches.
Blueprint Gaming allows fishing fans to upgrade their bonus round in the latest version of its classic series, Fishin’ Frenzy The Big Splash. In a bid to make the most out of the all-important free spins section of the game, The Big Splash sees a number of fish fill the screen with the player able to choose one that reveals a special upgrade to the playing experience.
Endorphina, the premier online slot provider, has recently released Joker Ra, their most groundbreaking game yet. This innovative gaming experience sets a new standard in iGaming history by showcasing a unique feature that no other casino has ever ventured into before – they have significantly leveled up their visual identity and graphics with the help of artificial intelligence. Endorphina has once again demonstrated their unmatched standards by becoming the first to use AI to create substantial and quality design aspects of a slot game.
Pragmatic Play, a leading content provider to the iGaming industry, reimagines the classic book genre in its latest Egyptian-themed release Kingdom of the Dead. Played across 5×3 reels, the title has symbols depicting Anubis, scarabs and pharaohs that must form a matching combination across the slot’s 10 paylines to award a win. These are joined by a book scatter that also acts as a wild, substituting all other symbols in-game and making it easier to create winning lines.
Red Rake Gaming has just launched a new and action-packed 5×4 reel video slot with 1024 ways to win. A wild slot game where the goal is to obtain a gold buffalo in the free spins feature among a buffalo stampede to earn massive wins. Red Rake Gaming is introducing this new game in a setting surrounded by wild animals, where the buffalo takes centre stage. During the regular feature the side bar will be disabled and, in addition to the wins available from each symbol, you can also obtain the Wild symbol in reels 2, 3 and 4.
Playson, has added to its highly popular Hold and Win series with dazzling new slot, Coin Strike. With an animated lightning bolt background and a rock guitar soundtrack, this 3×3 fruit-themed game is inspired by top-performing title Royal Coins 2 and offers an unrivalled player experience with an array of captivating features such as a Strike Bonus symbol that, when combined with other coins, activates an exhilarating Coin Strike feature.
Blue Guru Games is taking players on yet another magical adventure on its newest 5-reel video slot. The otter-themed game is loaded with special features and a generous RTP that could see your wins soaring up to a mind-bending 17,000x the bet. Charge into June with a splash and explore the provider’s newest game, Otterly Amazing. It follows the unsung heroes of the ocean, a raft of sea otters that make it their business to keep the kelp forests thriving – by devouring every sea urchin in sight.
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Internet Vikings, a licensed in-state hosting provider for the U.S. iGaming and online sports betting industry, is announcing that it’s supporting Plannatech, a large B2B Provider, now stepping into the B2C space, in its expansion within the United States through an agreement to provide VMware cloud hosting solutions in Arizona.
Plannatech, leveraging the well-established Betcris brand from the America’s sports betting industry, has selected Internet Vikings for its structured setup processes, stable hosting environment, and technical expertise. This agreement ensures that the B2C iGaming and sportsbook operator benefits from a highly secure and reliable infrastructure, with Internet Vikings’ responsive support playing a crucial role in maintaining smooth operations.
“This is our 2nd state with Internet Vikings, who has been an absolute pleasure working with in providing the solid hosting infrastructure we need as we now expand into Arizona this time as the Operator,” said Adam Bjorn, CEO at Plannatech.
“We value our partnership with Plannatech and extending our VMware cloud hosting solutions to Arizona was the perfect next step as they bring new strategic offerings to the U.S. market,” said Rickard Vikström, CEO and Founder of Internet Vikings.
The Arizona sports betting market has seen impressive growth rates, with total handle reaching $791.2M in October 2024. While several operators have struggled to gain traction, Plannatech, utilizing the Betcris brand, is taking a strategic approach and leveraging its extensive experience in competitive markets. By choosing Internet Vikings as their hosting partner, Plannatech ensures a strong, compliant, and resilient digital presence as they expand their U.S. operations.
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Looking Back: Growth & Achievements
FBMDS is celebrating five years of expansion and innovation. How would you describe the brand’s journey during this time?
Our journey over the past five years has been one of bold moves, strategic growth, and relentless innovation. As part of the FBM® Group, we began as pioneers in Video Bingo, but our vision extended far beyond that. We have focused on delivering profitable products to our clients and engaging gaming experiences to players. By expanding into multiple gaming categories and strengthening our global presence in key markets like Mexico and Brazil, we have redefined what a localized, player-centric gaming experience should be.
What were the key milestones that shaped FBMDS’ success over the past five years?
Several milestones have defined our success. First, our solidification as a market leader in Video Bingo and Lotto Games, setting the gold standard with best-seller products like Multi Mega, Power Pick Lotto, and Champion IV. Our leadership in Video Bingo is reinforced by unique features like the jackpot system, Magic Ball, and attractive paytables, all of which drive engagement and retention.
Second, our presence at international trade shows has played a crucial role in strengthening relationships with key partners and clients while reinforcing our brand positioning, as seen in events like G2E Las Vegas 2024. Lastly, our rapid expansion in the LATAM region, particularly in Mexico and Brazil, has solidified FBMDS as a trusted and respected brand in a highly competitive landscape.
What has been the most significant challenge, and how did FBMDS overcome it?
The online gaming industry is highly competitive, and differentiation is key. Our challenge was to deliver games that not only stood out but also ensured profitability for operators and engaging experiences for players. We tackled this by investing in customization, localization, and innovation—ensuring that every product aligns with the preferences of specific markets. Our ability to adapt game mechanics, themes, and retention strategies has positioned us ahead of the competition, creating unique gaming experiences that drive business success.
Product Evolution & Market Leadership
FBMDS has built a strong reputation in Video Bingo. How has this segment evolved, and what makes FBMDS a leader in this category?
Video Bingo is our DNA, and we have continuously pushed its evolution by refining gameplay mechanics, introducing engaging themes, and incorporating advanced technology to enhance user experience. Our commitment to differentiation sets us apart: our jackpot feature, the Magic Ball, and attractive paytables are tailored to maximize player engagement and operator profitability. Customization is at the heart of our strategy, ensuring our games resonate with local markets and drive long-term success.
Among FBMDS’ product portfolio, do you have a personal favorite? Why?
It’s hard to pick just one, but I’d highlight our Video Bingo games because they represent our legacy and continued leadership in the industry. We believe Video Bingo is an essential asset for any online casino, as it offers a nostalgic yet modern experience, combining interactive features with high retention rates. Our jackpot system enhances player excitement, while innovative game mechanics keep engagement levels high. In addition, our crash games showcase our adaptability and innovation, delivering high-quality visuals and dynamic gameplay. These two categories reflect our strategic pillars: player engagement and profitable gaming solutions for operators.
Future Outlook & Expansion Plans
Looking ahead, what’s the vision for FBMDS’ next five years?
We are just getting started. Our vision is to expand our influence by continuously delivering innovative and engaging gaming experiences that drive profitability for operators. While we maintain our leadership in Video Bingo, we are also focused on strengthening our position in other gaming verticals. We will continue investing in localized, player-driven innovation, ensuring that every product we launch enhances both player experience and operator success.
Brazil is a key market with huge potential. How does FBMDS plan to strengthen its presence in this region?
Brazil is a strategic priority for us. With regulatory developments and increasing demand for online gaming, we see tremendous opportunities to expand. Our approach is centered on offering tailored gaming experiences that resonate with Brazilian players, ensuring our products align with their cultural and gaming preferences. Additionally, we are forging strategic partnerships with operators to facilitate seamless and impactful expansion in the region, ensuring that our games drive engagement and profitability for our partners.
Innovation & What’s Next
Can you share any insights about upcoming products or features that FBMDS is working on?
Absolutely. We are developing a new generation of Video Bingo games featuring advanced jackpot systems, enhanced gameplay mechanics, and even more engaging features tailored to player preferences. Our goal is to create experiences that keep players entertained while maximizing operator revenue. In addition, we are working on new slots and bonus structures designed to drive engagement and profitability, ensuring that FBMDS remains at the forefront of gaming innovation.
What can operators and players expect from FBMDS in the near future?
A: More expansion, more innovation, and an even stronger, more diverse gaming portfolio. Players can expect cutting-edge experiences featuring interactive and rewarding mechanics, while operators will benefit from flexible, high-performance gaming solutions designed to optimize engagement and profitability. We are committed to maintaining our leadership in Video Bingo while continuously evolving to meet market demands.
Final Thoughts
After five years of continuous growth, what message would you like to share with FBMDS’ partners and players?
First and foremost, a heartfelt thank you to our players, partners, and the entire FBMDS team. Your trust and support have been instrumental in our journey. As we move forward, we remain committed to delivering exceptional gaming experiences, driving profitability for our partners, and continuously pushing the boundaries of innovation. The best is yet to come!
If you had to describe FBMDS’ journey in one word, what would it be?
Transformational.
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Paysecure is strengthening its presence across Latin America, addressing the region’s complex payment landscape with advanced payment orchestration solutions. As part of this strategic plan, Paysecure will showcase its cutting-edge platform at SIGMA Americas, taking place April 7-10, at booth N115.
Expanding into new LATAM markets presents businesses with significant challenges, including navigating diverse local payment methods, multi-currency processing, managing multiple Payment Service Providers (PSPs), or ensuring compliance with varying regulations and reducing fraud (Brazil experiences a chargeback rate of approximately 3.48%, while Mexico’s rate stands at about 2.81%).
Already operational in key LATAM markets such as Mexico, Brazil, Argentina, Colombia, Costa Rica and more, Paysecure is poised to address these payment barriers by offering a single, streamlined API integration and a fully customizable dashboard that allow merchants to gain access to advanced capabilities including:
- Smart transaction routing – The company optimizes payment flows, managing to achieve up to a 15% decrease in payment processing costs by finding the lowest-cost routing options through dynamic selection.
- Comprehensive merchant controls: Paysecure’s intelligent engine allows transaction limits settings, applies cascading logic, and enables 10+ types of real-time reports that analyze trends and customer behavior.
- Dynamic fraud prevention: Its User Trust Score system and adaptive fraud detection tailored to each market ensure an over 10% decrease in fraud-related losses.
- Global payment network: With access to 500+ PSPs and acquirers, Paysecure enables businesses to offer customers their preferred payment methods in any country or currency.
In addition, the company has been shortlisted for ‘Best Online Payments Service 2025’ at the SIGMA Americas Awards Ceremony. The company will also exhibit at the event and attendees can visit Paysecure’s booth (N115) to explore how its solutions can enhance payment security and efficiency in the LATAM market.
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