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Skillzzgaming introduces the MATCH-3 games genre to the gaming scene

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6 years ago

January 27, 2020

Skillzzgaming is an innovative and data-driven game studio with a passion for creativity and design, that is pushing the envelope with the new MATCH-3 games, as well as with other game genres, bringing in a breath of fresh air to the real money gaming industry.

We blaze the trail by mixing casual gaming formats with real money game foundations, and pave the way for the gaming industry by introducing new gaming genres to the scene.

Gamers’ DNA is changing

Gamers’ DNA is changing, their preferences are evolving, and casinos’ are constantly looking to expand their portfolio and include new genres to cater for the new generation of native gamers.

We meet this challenge by introducing a new line of MATCH-3 games – a la “Candy Crush” – which has been very well accepted by operators and players.

Introducing the new MATCH-3 genre

Introducing a new genre presents great challenges with no guarantee of any specific results. In the case of Skillzgaming, however, the data speaks for itself:

According to SlotsCatalog, two of our MATCH-3 games, Fruit Blast and Pets Go Wild, climbed to the top 200 SlotRank for the United Kingdom market and stayed there for a very long while since their respective release dates. This shows that MATCH-3 games are greatly appreciated and loved by players. Our MATCH-3 games are well sought after by a wide audience of casino, bingo, lottery and sports players worldwide.

Skillzzgaming games combine the exciting elements of casual games with real money wagering to create a deeply engaging game experience. In our games, winning is more than random chance or odds – the choices that players make impact the game. Moreover, players discover new content as they progress, and unlock unique and exciting bonus features and mini-games.

In the coming month we launch our new MATCH-3 title, Alchemy Blast, first going live on the Microgaming platform. Alchemy Blast introduces players to the mystical world of alchemy, allowing them to win big prizes, and brew magical elixirs to reveal secret bonus games.

We are both humbled and delighted to be the first company to create and lead this new successful game genre, and we plan to keep pushing boundaries for the gaming world.

For more information please visit our website skillzzgaming.com

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Swintt appoints Etienne Azzopardi as Managing Director

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47 minutes ago

April 14, 2026

Wladimir P.

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Swintt has appointed Etienne Azzopardi as Managing Director, confirming its former COO in the permanent role after a three-month interim period that began in January. The move follows the departure of outgoing CEO David Mann, as the company continues a wider strategic restructure.

Swintt said Azzopardi will lead product strategy, future market expansion and team development. During his interim term, the company said it released 12 titles, including three games under its Elysium Studios label.

The supplier also pointed to two partnership deals signed during the same period: NetBet adding Swintt content for Greece, and SkillOnNet taking Select, Premium and Elysium Studios games across its .com, UK and MX brands.

Looking ahead, Swintt said it plans to maintain monthly content output and pursue further growth in regulated jurisdictions. The company added that Switzerland is scheduled to be its next major market target in 2026.

Etienne Azzopardi, Managing Director at Swintt, said: “I’m delighted to have been appointed Managing Director at Swintt. Since joining the company in 2021, I’ve had a hand in everything from operational management and roadmap optimisation to market licensing and game certification, and the experience I’ve picked up in those four and a half years will prove crucial in my new role.

Having spent three months acting as Interim Managing Director, I feel very privileged to be taking the role on a permanent basis and believe this will be the catalyst for Swintt to continue its outstanding recent growth in regulated markets worldwide. With a packed product roadmap already planned for 2026, it’s going to be an amazing journey and I’m excited to continue growing the Swintt brand.”

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3 Oaks Gaming adds Flexible Free Spins to its promo tools

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2 hours ago

April 14, 2026

Wladimir P.

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3 Oaks Gaming has added a new bonus mechanic, Flexible Free Spins, to its promotional tools offering, the company said.

The feature allocates free spins based on a total value rather than a fixed number of spins at a set stake. Players can then select how to use the award from up to 20 options, choosing between different combinations of bet size and spin count while staying within the same budget.

3 Oaks Gaming said each option is mathematically pre-calculated to remain within the defined value. When the award is issued, players see a modal pop-up with the available choices, with the default selection set to the median option.

Anna Nozdran, Acting Product Owner at 3 Oaks Gaming, said: “Flexible Free Spins deliver a fresh take on the traditional bonus setup within an online slot, providing players with greater control over their gameplay experience that suits their preferences.

“Every option is pre-calculated within the same budget, ensuring consistency for operators while offering a more dynamic experience for players. We firmly believe this new addition will complement the existing 3 Oaks Gaming portfolio and deliver greater value for our partners.”

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Blask data: lottery drives 78% of France’s gambling search demand

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5 hours ago

April 14, 2026

Wladimir P.

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New category-level analysis breaks down non-branded iGaming demand by vertical across France, Brazil, India, Italy and Switzerland.

Blask says lottery-related queries account for around 78% of total gambling search demand in France, outweighing online casino (~10%) and live dealer, betting and poker (each ~4%). The company positions the data as evidence that sports betting is not the primary driver of gambling demand in every market.

Blask said the figures come from non-branded search data and are part of a new category-level analysis feature designed to break down demand across verticals and subcategories within each market. The tool is intended to help operators compare player intent across jurisdictions, including “lottery in France, football betting in Brazil, or culturally driven formats in India.”

Outside France, Blask’s data shows Brazil is more betting-led, with online betting at ~52% of demand, which the company attributes largely to football. Lottery represents ~25%, fantasy sports ~11%, while casino (~6%) and live dealer (~2%) remain smaller segments.

India is described as more evenly distributed, with lottery at ~35% and live dealer at ~29%, and online casino, betting and fantasy each at roughly 10%. In Europe, Italy’s demand is reported as seasonally influenced by football, with fantasy sports leading at ~37%, while Switzerland is presented as casino-first, with online casino at ~38%.

Across the markets analysed, Blask said two themes recur: older categories often remain the biggest, and regulation heavily shapes demand. Where certain verticals are restricted, the company said interest tends to shift into adjacent or offshore segments rather than disappearing.

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