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ITL’s Age Check Solutions Attract Big Crowds at ICE London

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February 16, 2024

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Innovative Technology (ITL) took part in the last ICE to be held in London last week which attracted huge crowds from the gaming industry before the show moves to Barcelona in 2025. The Innovative stand was right opposite the Consumer Protection Zone which was a key theme at the show, with both their traditional cash handling equipment and latest biometric technology ranges on display.

Marcus Tiedt, Director of Sales & Marketing at ITL, said: “By far the most crowd-pulling solution on the stand was our AI-powered biometric age check technology which provides the gaming industry with a robust tool to prevent underage gambling and safeguard vulnerable players. The industry, government, operators and manufacturers are all committed to ensuring player protection and it was great to demonstrate at ICE how accurate age verification can play a key role. We showed how easy and intuitive it is to receive alerts via a tablet or mobile device whenever someone potentially underage or even self-excluded is trying to play a machine or access an age restricted area at multiple touchpoints.”

Dr Andrew O’Brien, Biometrics Product Manager, said: “Major UK OEMs including Inspired and Reflex have already successfully installed our ICU Lite age verification solution into their gaming cabinets so it was fantastic to see some of them demo this fully integrated on site at ICE. We were also pleased to show a team of compliance and local authority officers our solutions following their visit to the GBG (Gambling Business Group) stand which demonstrated ICU Lite working in an Inspired machine. A key advantage of our technology is that customers only need to pay for the hardware with unlimited age checks at no extra cost. No matter how many age checks are performed, the cost remains the same, making this an affordable solution with a quick return on investment, especially when compared to a subscription service. Plus it’s a completely offline solution meaning all processing is done locally making our solution faster, readily accessible even with no or poor internet and with no privacy issues to worry about either.”

ITL also had a section of their stand dedicated to their traditional cash handling equipment that includes note and coin validators and recyclers which have been used by the gaming industry for over 30 years.

Marcus said: “It was great to show ICE visitors our latest devices for secure cash transactions including the NV4000 and new coin elevator module for the SMART Coin System (SCS). The NV4000 mixed denomination multi bill recycler is ideal for change and redemption terminals, boasting larger recycling capacities, meaning fewer refills and improved machine uptime. Combining the NV4000 with the new elevator module for the SCS, not only can we provide a complete payment solution for both notes and coins, but we can also minimise the gap between coin entry and exit points, improving accessibility and the overall customer experience.”

Marcus added: “There was a real buzz on the stand this year and our team are excited to follow up on all the positive conversations that took place to ensure our gaming customers have the best possible cash validation and age estimation solutions in place. We are proud to be a long-standing supporter of ICE and look forward to celebrating our 30th year exhibiting in Barcelona in 2025.”

Bao Shi

Bao Shi Awakens the Legendary Lion God of Prosperity

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October 9, 2025

George Miller

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Play’n GO breathes new life into ancient Chinese mythology with Bao Shi, a visually striking 5-reel slot centred around the mythical Lion God, Lioras. Set amidst mist-shrouded mountains and long-forgotten temples, Bao Shi beckons players to release Lioras from an ancient spell cast by a malevolent warlord, bringing prosperity to those brave enough to beat the drums of destiny.

Players engage with ornate symbols and mystic Drum symbols that pulse with life, creating immersive gameplay wrapped in cultural authenticity. Bao Shi promises not only engaging storytelling but substantial rewards through its innovative gameplay mechanics.

The standout Lioras Blessings feature spontaneously graces the reels, transforming symbols into Coin Wilds with generous multipliers, visually elevating the experience and boosting win potential. Meanwhile, the Free Spins feature intensifies anticipation, activated by resonant Gong symbols; three or more Gongs summon up to fifteen Free Spins enhanced by upgraded Lioras symbols and additional Coin Wild multipliers. The deeper the drumming echoes, the richer the rewards become, ensuring each interaction harmoniously aligns with the tale of prosperity.

Bao Shi joins Play’n GO’s esteemed catalogue of narrative-driven, culturally resonant titles like Imperial Opera and Celebration of Wealth, offering players an enriched experience that blends compelling narratives with sophisticated gameplay.

Magnus Wallentin, Games Ambassador at Play’n GO, said: “Bao Shi immerses players in ancient Chinese legends with unmatched authenticity and rewarding gameplay. The Lioras Blessings and Free Spins features offer meaningful interactions directly tied to the slot’s captivating narrative, ensuring a memorable experience for all players.”

Bao Shi offers a visually splendid, culturally immersive experience, captivating players with a compelling narrative woven seamlessly into rewarding gameplay. Fans of intricate storytelling and innovative slots will find Bao Shi an unmissable addition to their gaming collection.

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James Jelliffe Head of Slots at Stakelogic

Stakelogic conjures spellbinding wins with new slot Leprechaun’s Loot

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October 9, 2025

George Miller

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Step into Pip O’Spin’s world of rainbows, golden rewards, and mischievous magic

Stakelogic has unveiled its latest enchanted adventure, Leprechaun’s Loot, where Irish folklore meets inventive mechanics. Starring Pip O’Spin, a cheeky leprechaun from the emerald hills with a gift for turning rainbows into gold, the game combines playful storytelling with exciting Hold ‘N’ Win action.

With 243 Pay Ways, players begin on a 5×3 grid where Rainbow symbols can be boosted into Golden Rainbows, instantly increasing their value. Rainbow Collects deliver instant wins when a Collect symbol lands on reel five, while Lucky Respins give players a chance to trigger the Bonus. Players can also activate Super Stake to double the likelihood of entering Free Spins or buy directly into the Hold ‘N’ Win feature for 100x their bet.

Once inside the Hold ‘N’ Win Bonus, the real magic begins. Here, Rainbow and Golden Rainbow symbols lock in place while modifiers add layers of excitement.

Expand symbols can unlock additional rows up to a full 5×5 grid, while Double symbols fill a meter that, when charged, doubles all Rainbow values before resetting. Golden Rainbows persist throughout the round, transferring and stacking their value onto other symbols creating a steady stream of treasure.

With high volatility and a max multiplier of x5,000, Leprechaun’s Loot balances whimsical charm with serious win potential.

James Jelliffe, Head of Slots at Stakelogic, said: “With Leprechaun’s Loot, we wanted to create a slot where every feature feeds into the next, building momentum and excitement spin by spin. The Hold ‘N’ Win round really comes alive as modifiers stack, the grid expands, and Golden Rainbows keep values climbing. This release delivers layers of gameplay that will keep players engaged, entertained and wanting to come back for more.”

Leprechaun’s Loot will be available to operators and players from 9 October 2025.

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FreakShow Hotel

Million Games and Yugo Workshop Unveil FreakShow Hotel – A Halloween Slot Full of Sticky Wild Multipliers

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October 9, 2025

George Miller

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Million Games, together with Million Stars partner studio Yugo Workshop, has announced the launch of FreakShow Hotel, a Halloween-themed 5×3 video slot designed to deliver both festive fun and serious win potential.

Set inside Count Drac’s haunted hotel, the game invites players to join a supernatural banquet filled with ghosts, monsters, and high-paying surprises. With 20 paylines, medium volatility, and a maximum payout of 6,000x the bet, FreakShow Hotel combines a seasonal theme with proven mechanics built for strong player engagement.

Feature Highlights

Pumpkin Party Free Spins – Triggered by 3 or more Medal Scatter symbols, awarding 8–14 Free Spins.
Sticky Wild Multipliers – Wilds stick to the reels during Free Spins and carry random multipliers of 2x, 3x, or 5x that change with each spin.
Bonus Buy – A fast-track option for players to access Free Spins instantly.

“With FreakShow Hotel, Yugo Workshop has delivered a slot that is fun, thematic, and highly engaging,” said Thomas Nimstad, CEO of Million Games. “The combination of Sticky Wild Multipliers and Free Spins makes it a strong performer for operators during the Halloween season, while its polished visuals and playful narrative ensure it appeals widely to players.”

FreakShow Hotel is the latest release from Yugo Workshop under the Million Star Partner Programme, following a series of creative and feature-rich titles launched earlier this year.

The game is now live across all Million Games partner platforms.

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