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The emergence of new gaming venues are accounting for 30 percent of Blueprint machine orders

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5 years ago

December 1, 2021

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Renewed market confidence, a strong product offering and the opening of new gaming ventures on the UK high street are all combining to help drive the sales of Blueprint digital machines, according to feedback from the brand, which is part of MERKUR UK.

Reflecting on the market dynamics David Purvis, Managing Director of Blueprint Operations, stated: “We went into the ACOS show on the back of a very successful quarter in which sales were 50 percent up on the same stage 12-months ago” he confirmed. ”We subsequently put a lot of care and resource into our presence at ACOS which included holding a virtual exhibition the week prior for those members of the industry who were unable or not comfortable with travelling to London and the investment that we made has certainly paid dividends.

“In the month following ACOS we have continued to take orders across the range. Significantly, customers know that despite the well documented supply chain issues and due to a combination of meticulous planning and the fact that Blueprint machines carry the Made In Germany badge we are not subject to the long transit times incurred when production is in the Far East. As it stands currently we are able to quote the normal delivery times which means that operators are able to invest in their existing premises and perhaps most significantly that new venues can open with a full complement of top earning Blueprint product and start to pay back on the investment made.”

He added: “Analysing the orders processed during and followingmOctober’s exhibition , some 30 percent of the total volume has come from operators launching new venues. Clearly the UK high street is undergoing a period of significant change and low stake, low prize gambling entertainment venues are bringing much needed life and energy to UK high streets.”

Blueprint’s new product offering comprises three cabinets which aim to extend the digital entertainment experience from the home environment into retail venues. The Ultramax Cat C features a seamless edge-to-edge gaming experience courtesy of the two 31.5” screens. The B3 Wave+ and Auroramax+ also feature large screens – the Wave+ has a 43” curved portrait screen with the Auroramax+ boasting two 32” HD screens. Both have a new 15.6” video play deck to deliver a more interactive experience and feature the QXI6000 Quad core PC for enhanced graphical performance and smooth gameplay. David Purvis concluded: “Looking ahead I think there’s a buoyancy and quiet confidence in the market. The high proportion of vacant premises sitting empty on the high street has led to a restructuring of shop rents and the emergence of a more leisure oriented retail experience all of which augurs well for the future.”

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Playson launches online casino games in Nigeria via BetKing deal

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21 minutes ago

June 10, 2026

Wladimir P.

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Playson has partnered with KingMakers to launch a selection of its online casino titles in Nigeria through the operator group’s sportsbook and gaming brand, BetKing.

Under the agreement, Playson will distribute a portfolio of games to BetKing players via the EveryMatrix aggregation platform. The supplier said the games have been rebuilt and optimised for African audiences.

First titles live include Coin Strike: Hold and Win, Energy Coins: Hold and Win, and Sevens & Fruits: 20 lines.

Conor Jenner, Senior Sales Manager at Playson, said: “Partnering with KingMakers is another exciting step in our expansion across Africa, a region that continues to present significant opportunities for growth and innovation.

“BetKing has built a formidable reputation and loyal player base in Nigeria and beyond, making them an ideal partner for our content. We are particularly pleased to launch with a selection of games optimised specifically for African markets, ensuring players receive a highly engaging entertainment experience from day one.”

Nick Baker at KingMakers, said: “Playson’s portfolio features a strong mix of proven-performing content and engaging gameplay, making this partnership an excellent addition to our casino offering.

“We are committed to delivering first-class entertainment experiences for our players, and integrating games tailored for our markets supports that ambition while strengthening the quality of content available through BetKing.”

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Games Valley adds Imagine Live content to its live casino aggregation platform

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21 minutes ago

June 10, 2026

Wladimir P.

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Deal brings Imagine Live’s 100+ active tables and multilingual studios in Armenia, Romania and Spain to operators via a single integration.

Games Valley has partnered with Imagine Live to expand its live dealer catalogue, adding the supplier’s live casino content to the Games Valley aggregation platform via a single integration.

Imagine Live operates live dealer studios in Armenia, Romania and Spain, and said it surpassed more than 100 active tables last year. The supplier also offers language-specific tables aimed at supporting localized live casino lobbies across markets.

Under the agreement, operators on Games Valley will be able to access Imagine Live’s live dealer titles, including classic table games and game show-style formats.

Ariel Reem, CEO at Games Valley, said: “Live casino has become one of the most important verticals for operators, but building a strong live casino lobby can still be complex, fragmented and time-consuming. At Games Valley, our role is to remove that complexity, bringing some of the best selection of live dealer content on the market via a single integration. We’re delighted to welcome Imagine Live to our growing live casino portfolio.”

Nadiya Attard, CCO at Imagine Live, added: “Games Valley has built a strong reputation as a modern, flexible aggregation partner for operators that want access to premium content without unnecessary integration friction. We are excited to make our live casino portfolio available through the platform and look forward to supporting operators across multiple regulated markets. Brazil is a particularly important focus for us, and we see significant opportunities to further expand our presence in the country’s fast-growing regulated market.”

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PG Soft releases Super Wildrix slot with expanding wilds and multiplier wheel

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1 hour ago

June 10, 2026

Wladimir P.

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The 5×5 video slot includes an Ante Bet option and Feature Buy, with a stated maximum win of 20,000x.

PG Soft has released Super Wildrix, a new 5×5 video slot built around expanding wild symbols and multiplier mechanics.

The title’s core mechanic is the Wildrix symbol, which lands with a x2 multiplier and expands to fill an entire reel. According to the company, all wins are multiplied by the total sum of active Wildrix multipliers when one or more expanded Wildrix symbols appear on the reels. Wild & Wildrix symbols substitute for all other symbols except Scatter.

A Free Spins Feature triggers with three, four or five Scatter symbols, awarding 10, 15 or 20 free spins. PG Soft said a Multiplier Wheel spins at the start of each free spin to reveal a multiplier between x2 and x100. If expanded Wildrix symbols land during the feature, their x2 multipliers are further multiplied by the wheel’s value before wins are paid. The feature can also award three extra spins if two Scatter symbols hit during free spins, and it can be re-triggered.

The game includes an Ante Bet option that increases the wager by 10x and, PG Soft said, guarantees at least one Wildrix symbol on every spin and free spin. A Feature Buy option allows direct access to the Free Spins Feature. PG Soft listed the maximum win as 20,000x the bet.

PG Soft’s spokesperson commented: “Super Wildrix is a heroically bold slot, putting players right in the middle of the action. The Expanding Wildrix symbol with its multiplier mechanics makes for real moments of excitement and the Multiplier Wheel during Free Spins can lead to some truly spectacular wins. We are thrilled to release a title that combines engaging gameplay with a story that really pulls players in from the first spin.”

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