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Hi-Rez Rebrand Celebrates “Victory. Together.”
Today Hi-Rez, the acclaimed developer and publisher behind free-to-play hits SMITE, Paladins and Rogue Company, unveils a brand-new corporate identity which highlights the company’s efforts to unite competitive gamers in strong, welcoming communities.
Founded in 2005, Hi-Rez is a pioneer in the games-as-a-service space, offering free-to-play hits across consoles and PC platforms.
The company’s new slogan “Victory. Together” highlights the core objective of the company: to deliver games that offer the thrill of victory, and to build welcoming communities around those games. That is why every game in the Hi-Rez line-up is free-to-play, supports different game modes for different skill levels, includes characters that are representative of the whole of society and supports crossplay functionality so that regardless of what platform you game on, you and your friends can play together.
The new logo references Bellona, the flagship character from SMITE – Hi-Rez’s incredibly popular multiplayer online battle arena. Bellona’s flag is a rallying cry for her whole team, providing a focal point for their efforts whilst strengthening nearby allies.
“Bringing gamers together regardless of income or platform has always been at the heart of Hi-Rez”, says Stew Chisam, CEO of Hi-Rez. “With this new branding and tagline, we’re clearly and confidently communicating this vision to our fans and the wider community. Hi-Rez has welcomed over 100 million gamers since launching in 2005. With this renewed sense of purpose we can’t wait to welcome many more for years to come”.
In addition, the transformation into Hi-Rez (dropping the ‘Studios’ moniker) acknowledges Hi-Rez’ transition into a publishing organization, which has allowed its member studios—Titan Forge Games, Evil Mojo Games, First Watch Games, and Red Beard Games—to focus entirely on game development.
For additional information, or if you would like an interview with Hi-Rez, please contact:
Henrique Fajardo
betcore
BetOnGames launches Cricket Strike Crash for its crash games portfolio
BetOnGames, the instant games vertical of the BETCORE ecosystem, has launched Cricket Strike Crash, a sports-themed crash game, the company said on June 4, 2026.
Cricket Strike Crash uses a real-time multiplier that increases while the round continues, with players choosing when to cash out before the crash. BetOnGames positions the title for fast-cycle play and mobile-first sessions.
The game ships with a stated RTP of 97.5% and medium volatility. BetOnGames also says Cricket Strike Crash uses a “provably fair system” designed to provide transparency on outcomes.
Cricket Strike Crash joins BetOnGames’ wider instant games catalogue within BETCORE, alongside TVBET and ElCasino. The group offers operators access to crash games, instant win games and slots via a single B2B integration, according to the company.
A product video is available here.
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Eastern Europe
FeedConstruct locks up exclusive Romanian football data and streaming rights
Deal covers Romania’s FA Cup, Super Cup, Liga 2 and Liga 3, women’s Superliga and national team matches, plus Liga 1 Futsal.
FeedConstruct has signed an agreement to secure exclusive data and video streaming rights for a portfolio of Romanian football competitions, the company said.
FeedConstruct said the rights are held on an exclusive basis across the full season and expand its European football content for betting operators.
The agreement covers the Romanian FA Cup, Super Cup, Men’s Liga 2 and Liga 3, Superliga Women, Women’s National Team matches, and Liga 1 Futsal competitions.
Financial terms, contract duration beyond “the full season,” and any distribution or integrity safeguards were not disclosed.
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Aztec Spell – Hold & Hit 3x3
Spinomenal releases Aztec Spell – Hold & Hit 3×3
Spinomenal has released Aztec Spell – Hold & Hit 3×3, adding a new Hold & Hit title to its slots portfolio.
The game runs on a 3×3 reel set and uses the Quetzal Bird as the Wild, substituting for all symbols except Bonus symbols. Two special Bonus symbols drive the main feature: Bonus symbols can land only on reels one and three, while Bonus Collect can land only on reel two.
The Bonus Game triggers when Bonus Collect lands alongside one or more Bonus symbols. Triggering symbols lock and the feature starts with three spins; during the feature only Bonus and Bonus Collect symbols can appear. Each spin can award multipliers of x1, x2, x5, x7, x10, and x15, and the round ends after three spins without a win or when total collected winnings reach the max x5000 multiplier.
Spinomenal said Grand, Major, Minor, and Mini in-game jackpot symbols can appear during the feature and pay immediately. A Bonus Blast feature can also trigger randomly to add extra Bonus and Bonus Collect symbols, and Spinomenal said Bonus Collect can still collect values even if it lands without starting the Bonus Game.
Spinomenal CO-CEO, Omer Henya commented: “Aztec Spell – Hold & Hit 3×3 casts players into a mysterious jungle on the hunt for Aztec riches enhanced by some cool gameplay features. The titles’s beautiful visuals and proven Hold & Hit mechanics come together perfectly to give players an experience for the ages.”
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