Gaming
UK gaming company secures Brazilian international footballer ambassador
Leading international gaming entertainment business 1st11 has secured Brazilian international and Juventus football star Arthur Melo as the company’s first global ambassador.
Arthur Melo, a star midfielder for Juventus & the Brazilian National Team commented: “I love 1st11’s vision. It’s unique approach to enhancing the fan experience by bringing together gaming creators and sports stars into interactive formats is unique and cool. It brings gaming entertainment to the next level, allowing the real and the virtual worlds to collide in new and often unexpected ways.”
1st11 works in collaboration with leading talent from the world of gaming, pro sports and esports – allowing fans to play in specially created formats and experiences across a wide range of the world’s most popular titles. The offering includes advanced mobile technology connecting fans seamlessly into interactive gaming formats, whilst simultaneously live streaming action directly to subscribers and broadcast partners. The platform’s ethos is designed to make competitive gaming more scalable and enjoyable, rewarding fans not just for winning but also for sharing, engaging and participating.
Peter Glancy 1st11 CEO said, ‘This is a special time for 1st11 and I’m delighted to welcome Arthur as 1st11’s ambassador. He is a very special talent and a magnificent addition to the team. The signing of Arthur demonstrates our intentions to continue to grow and expand our business internationally. He joins us at an important time as the company continues its expansion. Arthur is not only a football star but also an avid gamer with a huge following on Instagram. As growth in the gaming and esports sector increasingly becomes a global phenomenon, it will continue to attract star athletes with a passion for playing games, sharing content and engaging with an audience of millions”.
Arthur joins over 2.7 billion people playing video games with the industry predicted to reach over $300 billion in revenues by 2025.
1st11’s consumer app is a fan’s passport to access experiences, challenges and rewards. 1st11 offers creators the ability to collaborate with athletes across international territories with a reporting system providing advanced analytics and comprehensive data to brands and rightsholder partners whilst leveraging high-growth streaming platforms such as Twitch, YouTube and Facebook Gaming. 1st11’s mobile-optimised web destination 1st11fun.com showcases fun focused editorial, exclusive sports/gaming content and what 1st11 members and subscribers are able to access via the App.
As part of the company’s continuing growth strategy 1st11 has made a strategic investment into Latin America’s leading gaming entertainment business Final Level. Latin America is the fastest growing gaming market behind China and the USA, this investment provides a solid partnership delivering access to the most prolific creators and esports teams in the region.
1st11’s COO Flavio Maria said “1st11 has over 500 professional athletes integrated into 1st11’s Creator Network. With Arthur joining as our Global Ambassador the team at 1st11 looks forward to collaborating and working with him creatively, seeking innovative and fun ways to engage with fans.”
1stt11 is a UK based company with offices in London, São Paulo, Rio and Buenos Aires.
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Brazil
EGT to showcase its gaming portfolio for Brazil at SiGMA Americas 2026
Following a strong showing at SBC Summit Rio earlier this month, EGT is set to present its Brazil-focused portfolio once again at BiS SiGMA South America 2026, taking place in São Paulo from April 7–9. Visitors can explore the company’s latest solutions and partnership opportunities at stand L146.
“Don’t miss the chance to experience our products firsthand and discover how we can work together,” said Celina Guedes, Regional Director Brazil at EGT.
Advanced Land-Based Solutions
A key highlight will be EGT’s Super Sorte Video Lottery Terminals. The range includes the slant-top Super Sorte 27/27 ST, featuring dual 27-inch full-HD touchscreens with 4K UHD resolution, and the vertical Super Sorte 43V, equipped with a single 43-inch curved display. Both models are designed to deliver an immersive, next-generation gaming experience.
Also on display will be EGT’s latest online betting terminals, Top Estrela and Bar Estrela. The Top Estrela unit features a sleek 24-inch portrait touchscreen, while Bar Estrela offers a compact solution ideal for bars and smaller venues. Both are supported by an intuitive platform that ensures smooth navigation and secure access to a broad content library.
All terminals will feature the Gold VLT multigame package, offering 50 titles across diverse themes. This includes popular classics such as Amazons’ Battle and Rise of Ra, fruit-themed favourites like Burning Hot, and regionally popular games such as Keno Universe.
Expanding Digital Capabilities
EGT Digital will also present its growing iGaming portfolio, including more than 180 in-house slot titles. Among the highlights are established jackpot series such as Bell Link, Clover Chance, and Gods & Kings Link, alongside newer releases like Panda Ventura, which has quickly gained traction with players thanks to its distinctive style and engaging gameplay. The title also marks the beginning of a new character-driven series, with Tiger Ventura set to follow.
In addition, the company will demonstrate its modular X-Nave platform, which integrates casino, CRM, payment gateway, bonus management, and an aggregator offering over 20,000 games from 200+ providers. The platform also includes a high-performance sportsbook with flexible integration and advanced personalisation features, supported by AI-driven tools that enhance engagement and automate key processes.
Strengthening Regional Partnerships
“Our main goal at BiS SiGMA South America is to strengthen strategic partnerships with operators, platforms, and stakeholders shaping Brazil’s regulated market,” Guedes added. “It’s also an opportunity to showcase our full technology and content ecosystem, supporting both online growth and potential future land-based developments such as VLT operations. Ultimately, we’re focused on building long-term relationships and positioning EGT as a trusted partner across Brazil and Latin America.”
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Gaming
Soft2Bet launches MEGA Islands, a new gamification engine designed to increase player retention
Soft2Bet has unveiled MEGA Islands, the latest addition to its MEGA Suite, designed to enhance player engagement and retention across both casino and sportsbook offerings.
The new engine introduces a persistent progression system that carries over across sessions, giving players an ongoing reason to return. Through island-building, resource collection, and continual advancement, players embark on a long-term journey that transforms short play sessions into sustained engagement.
First previewed in Soft2Bet’s recent Lodur release, the MEGA Islands system allows players to develop their own islands over time. Resources earned through gameplay can be used to construct new buildings, upgrade existing structures, and unlock further stages of progression. Each upgrade opens new goals, creating a loop of continuous advancement that keeps players invested.
The engine also incorporates plundering mechanics, giving players an additional path to gather resources by raiding other islands. This feature not only accelerates growth but also maintains a dynamic and engaging progression loop. With no fixed endpoint, MEGA Islands is built to encourage repeat play through a satisfying cycle of building, collecting, and advancing.
“MEGA Islands is designed to make retention feel natural by providing players with a progression journey they want to return to,” said Yoel Zuckerberg, CPO at Soft2Bet. “By building islands, collecting resources, and unlocking upgrades—including through plundering—each session becomes part of a longer experience. It gives players a clear reason to come back while providing operators with a retention tool that integrates seamlessly across casino and sportsbook.”
The launch of MEGA Islands underscores Soft2Bet’s commitment to gamification as a driver of long-term growth. As part of the MEGA Suite, the new engine offers operators a powerful tool to extend player journeys, increase engagement cycles, and deliver consistent value in competitive markets.
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Arcade
Pragmatic Play Elevates Arcade Roster with the Im-Peck-Able Chicken+
Pragmatic Play, a prominent content provider for the iGaming sector, has enhanced its arcade collection with the debut of Chicken+, a retro-themed game showcasing fast-paced action and significant winning opportunities.
Brought to existence with retro 8-bit visuals, the game tests players to evade approaching vehicles and various dangers, leading the chicken safely over the road.
With each lane successfully cleared, the win multiplier increases. Players can withdraw their earnings whenever they choose or try to navigate all lanes for the top reward, but a single random mishap concludes the round as a defeat. Players are able to view the possible winnings and the likelihood of success in reaching each lane to aid in their decision-making.
There are four levels of risk – Easy, Mid, Hard, and Daredevil. Raising the level reduces the number of lanes per round and increases the volatility, enhancing the maximum win potential from 24x in Easy mode to over 3,000,000x in Daredevil.
Blending nostalgic visuals with an eccentric theme, a user-friendly interface, and rapid betting rounds, Chicken+ meets the increasing demand for engaging, fast-paced games.
The title signifies the newest entry in Pragmatic Play’s continually growing arcade collection, succeeding the launches of Plinko+, Spire+, and Mines+.
Sharon McHugh, Director of Public Relations at Pragmatic Play, said: “Chicken+ blends retro charm with simple, high-engagement mechanics. With configurable risk levels and significant win potential, it stands out as another compelling addition to Pragmatic Play’s diverse arcade portfolio, inviting players to test their nerve and cross the road.”
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