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Colt Canyon crowned ‘Best Game’ and LUNARK ‘Most Anticipated’ at GameMaker Awards 2021
The judges have deliberated. Over 33,000 votes have been cast. And we can now reveal that Colt Canyon has been crowned ‘Best Game’ and LUNARK ‘Most Anticipated’ game of the year, at the GameMaker Awards 2021.
Created by German-based developer Retrific, Colt Canyon is a stylish western-themed pixel art shooter combining roguelike elements with real-time combat. The judges were impressed with Colt Canyon’s highly engaging gameplay and heavily pixelated artist style. While in the popular vote, members of the GameMaker and Opera GX communities voted Colt Canyon the clear winner.
The other finalists for ‘Best Game’ included: Chicory: A Colorful Tale, Jet Lancer, Post Void and Cook, Serve, Delicious! 3?!.
The winner of ‘Most Anticipated’ game is LUNARK, from Canari Games. LUNARK is a 2D cinematic platformer, designed in the vein of ’80s and ’90s classics. The game challenges players to run, jump, hang, climb, roll, and shoot their way through a kaleidoscope of different environments. These include mysterious alien ruins, a flying penitentiary, a high-tech megalopolis, and a majestic forest.
The judges were blown away with how the Canari Games team have pushed the creative limits of cutscenes and pixel art in GameMaker, to create a game that is both visually stunning and great to play. Set for release later this year, LUNARK also made a big impression with the voters – who overwhelmingly crowned it the ‘Most Anticipated’ game of 2021.
The other finalists for ‘Most Anticipated’ game included: NYKRA, Jitsu Squad, APICO and Toodee and Topdee.
The GameMaker Awards, in partnership with SpecialEffect, a charity that uses video games to enhance the lives of those people with physical disabilities, celebrate creativity and innovation in Indie game development, honouring the best games created using GameMaker Studio 2 as well as the Indies and Studios that designed them.
From over 200 entries, only 5 games for each category were selected by an expert panel of industry peers, including GameMaker Studio CTO Russell Kay, Opera GX Product Director Maciej Kocemba, and Into Indie Games Editor Harry Cole.
Russell Kay, CTO, GameMaker Studio, said: “This year’s GameMaker Awards has redefined what we’ve come to expect from the indies and studios that choose GameMaker as their creative engine of choice. Each of the finalists have demonstrated both amazing creativity, plus the technical ability to harness GameMaker’s powerful functionality to design a game that really pushes the boundaries. Given the incredible standard of this year’s entries, I am only glad that the final decision was left in the hands of our loyal GameMaker and Opera GX communities.”
Jonathan Mannshoven of Retrific, said: “Colt Canyon wasn’t a bestseller when it launched last year. It wasn’t free from criticism either. But by working closely with the community, I’ve been able to make many improvements to the game which have helped turn a lot of criticism into positive feedback. Having all that hard work now paying off with Colt Canyon winning ‘Best Game’ at the GameMaker Awards 2021 is an overwhelming and surreal feeling – just incredible!
“GameMaker has always been my engine of choice as it is just so easy to use yet also powerful, enabling me to reach maximum productivity. Which as a solo developer is extremely valuable. Put simply – I wouldn’t be a game developer now if it wasn’t for GameMaker.”
Johan Vinet of Canari Games, added: “LUNARK started as a passion project to create a game in the genre I loved in my youth. Making it a reality became so clear that I decided to quit my job, start my own studio and launch a Kickstarter campaign. Winning the “Most Anticipated Game” award is an incredible recognition from the players and the GameMaker Community, which brings some welcome legitimacy and a massive confidence boost to actually finish the game! Thank you!”
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Booming Games Drops Lucky Charms Trio
- Featuring a 5×3 layout, the game provides a highest win possibility of 5,000x.
- Mystery Symbols may show up completely or partially at any moment, producing enchanting rewards when aligned throughout the reels.
- Gamers can dive right into the excitement with the Trio Bonus feature, offering immediate exhilaration.
Booming Games, a top supplier of high-quality gaming content, has officially released Lucky Charms Trio. The game features a 5×3 layout with a highest possible win of 5,000x. Set against a stunning, vibrant backdrop of beautiful green hills and shimmering rainbows, Lucky Charms Trio boasts a variety of thrilling features aimed at enhancing the enjoyment for players.
The grid is adorned with classic symbols of good fortune, including four-leaf clovers, shiny horseshoes, and joyful leprechauns, creating an ideal setting for St Patrick’s Day celebrations later this month. To create a feeling of thrill, Mystery Symbols may show up either partially or completely at any moment, allowing players to align symbols across the reels to produce enchanting rewards.
Activating the Lucky Pots Feature reveals as many as seven unique bonus variations; Boost, Multiply, and Collect, in various combinations. Every pot can provide its own bonus independently or combine with others, and the maximum payout occurs when all three features trigger simultaneously for the largest rewards. To maintain the momentum, players have the option to utilize the thrilling Boost+ feature, or dive directly into the excitement with Buy Bonus and Trio Bonus for immediate enjoyment.
Craig Asling, Director of Games at Booming Games, said: “Step into the realms of sparkling fortune with Lucky Charms Trio, our vibrant new slot game where shimmering reels and playful surprises build excitement with every spin. With St Patrick’s Day just around the corner, our latest release demonstrates our ability to develop games that connect with both local and global audiences. Fast-paced, dynamic gameplay and large win potential combine to create an ultimate gameplay experience packed with adventure. Play Lucky Charms Trio now!”
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ENJOY and Casimba Gaming form partnership to extend global market presence
Collaboration brings ENJOY’s complete growing range to Casimba’s platform.
ENJOY, the vibrant iGaming content producer, has finalized a new distribution contract with Casimba Gaming, enhancing its international presence in important regulated markets.
This partnership will result in ENJOY’s complete range of high-end slot games being incorporated into the Casimba platform, featuring the recently launched favorites Diamond Slam and Hotfire Diamonds 2. The contract also includes ENJOY’s creative live hybrid game shows, like Aztec Roulette and Egypt Roulette, broadcast continuously from a specially designed studio.
Having solid bases in the US social and sweepstakes market, along with the regulated sectors in the UK and Canada, Casimba Gaming offers ENJOY improved distribution prospects in some of the industry’s leading areas.
The collaboration enhances ENJOY’s strategy to broaden its reach in regulated and emerging markets while providing high-quality, feature-rich content to a wider network.
Christos Zoulianitis, Chief Commercial Officer at ENJOY, said: “Partnering with Casimba Gaming represents an important step in our distribution strategy as we continue to scale internationally.
“Our portfolio continues to expand, with new slot releases and our hybrid live game shows delivering consistent engagement. This agreement allows us to broaden the availability of our content and introduce it to new audiences on a global scale.”
Lavina Karlsson, Chief Commercial Officer – B2B at Casimba, added: “ENJOY’s established slot portfolio, combined with its unique hybrid live game show releases, brings a balanced and differentiated appeal that strengthens our content offering.
“Our focus is on delivering diverse, high-quality content across our network, and ENJOY’s products are a strong addition to that mix. This partnership supports our commitment to expanding the range of content available through our platform and driving continued growth for all parties involved.”
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Relax Gaming Expands Blockbuster Series With Debut of Treasure Tumble
Relax Gaming, the premier iGaming aggregator and provider of original content, has unveiled the newest entry in its successful Tumble series, Treasure Tumble.
The high-volatility underwater experience capitalizes on the already prevalent popularity of the series, while incorporating the revolutionary Supercharge feature aimed at enhancing player retention.
The Tumble series has consistently been a key factor in reliable performance and significant player lifetime value. Treasure Tumble enhances this dependable base, taking cues from its Dream Drop counterpart while emphasizing customizable gameplay.
The title Boost innovation enables operators to serve a variety of player types. By providing a complete range of Upgrade Spins, players can quickly dive into the core of the excitement.
Players can choose between Enhanced Spins for more frequent bonuses or Galleon Spins for high-multiplier volatility, allowing them to tailor their experience, which boosts session duration and return visits.
The mathematical model of the game stays strong, featuring an 8×8 cluster-pays layout and a highest payout of 10,000x. Featuring constant multipliers in the Super Galleon Bonus and a player-friendly mechanic that creates real momentum, the game is set to serve as a key revenue source for the 2026 season.
Tony O’Mahony, Chief Product Officer at Relax Gaming, said: “Our Tumble games have been a huge success for our partners, and with Treasure Tumble, we’re giving players even more control.
“We’ve supercharged this title with attractive options so that players can really play their way. It’s about giving them what they want, when they want it. That’s the best way to give players exactly what they enjoy.”
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