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The world’s first and only dedicated gaming browser, Opera GX, reaches level 2 with a major new release that includes built-in Discord support
Opera GX, the world’s first gaming browser, is introducing new features including Discord support and a Hot tabs killer. It can also force brightly-designed pages to become dark to stop that nighttime glare.
Opera believes that the more than one billion PC gamers around the world deserve a browsing experience tailored to their needs
Opera GX remains the only web browser made specifically for people who love and play video games and experienced a 121% growth in monthly users since end of 2019
Opera GX is upgrading to Level 2 with major updates including the new native Discord support and a “killer” of the most resource-hungry tabs. The browser can also force web pages to become dark should you want that
Opera GX already includes CPU, RAM and Network limiters, as well as Twitch, Facebook Messenger, Instagram, and WhatsApp integration
The browser will host a 1st birthday livestream on Twitch with SypherPK
With 1.3 billion PC gamers around the world and the gaming industry surpassing the movie and music business in revenue, Opera GX [NASDAQ: OPRA] remains the only PC browser designed with gamers’ needs and tastes in mind. The browser has an array of useful features including Twitch integration, as well as CPU, RAM and network bandwidth limiters. Today, Opera GX is getting a major birthday update which introduces built-in Discord support, as well as the Hot Tabs Killer feature, which lets gamers see which tabs are overwhelming their computer and easily close them.
Why every gamer should give Opera GX a try
Opera GX was launched in June 2019 during the E3 gaming expo in Los Angeles. One year later, the gaming industry has grown even more relevant. As events were canceled and restaurants, cinemas and other sources of entertainment closed, an increasing number of people turned to gaming to participate in virtual mass events such as Travis Scott’s concerts in Fortnite – watched in real time by 27 million people. Meanwhile others hosted birthday parties and even weddings in Animal Crossing: New Horizons. Still others turned to Discord for remote teaching. Games and virtual reality are now more than ever an extension of our everyday lives as they provide the necessary meeting spaces that might otherwise be unavailable.
With native integration of Twitch, WhatsApp, Facebook Messenger, Instagram and now Discord in the sidebar, Opera GX makes it easy to stay on top of conversations with online friends as well as with developing online trends and streams.
Built-in Discord support
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Our users have been asking for native Discord support in the browser so here it is. Everyone can now more easily connect with their community on any topic they want,” said Maciej Kocemba, the creator of Opera GX and product director at Opera.
As the majority of our lives moved online, Discord developed from being the go-to place for gaming-related topics to covering any topic and even became a platform that allowed schools to host online classes.
With this step, Opera GX is not only integrating the feature but also entering the Discord community to discuss the browser as well as gaming with its fans. For the Opera GX Discord server, click here.
Hot tabs killer
For the tab hoarders among us, Opera GX has a new useful feature called Hot Tabs Killer which lets you identify the most resource-draining tabs and slash them with a sword to make sure the browser doesn’t overburden your PC or laptop.
Turn any brightly designed page dark
Opera GX was designed to be dark and not blind you while browsing. With its new Force Dark Pages feature, it brings that experience to any web page, even if the page was designed as glaring bright. The feature injects its own changes to a site’s styles to turn bright backgrounds dark, making sure that users aren’t blinded by web pages. This feature is currently in beta and has to be explicitly switched on.
The only browser to limit the amount of CPU, RAM and network bandwidth it uses
Opera GX comes with a set of features which have been tweaked to the specific needs of people who love computer games. The browser is the only one to take care of the way the browser affects the functioning of the entire machine: Opera GX allows users to make it less resource-hungry by setting a limit to the amount of CPU and RAM used by the browser, as well as to the network bandwidth.
Users can also adjust the highlight colors of the browser, which is integrated with Razer Chroma, and will match the highlight colors of the peripherals to the colors of the browser. The browser also includes Video pop-out, a feature which lets people display online videos on top of other webpages and even on top of a game for some gameplay support.
Opera GX users can adjust elements such as the hovering style of icons or the browser sounds, designed with the award-winning composer Rubén Rincón and the band Berlinist. The sounds can be individually enabled/disabled and while they do sound great on speakers, Opera GX has recently joined the Better with Headphones club.
Apart from its unique features, Opera GX also has all the features known from the main Opera browser. These include a free built-in browser VPN, ad blocker, as well as Workspaces – a tool for better tab grouping according to topic.
GX Corner: a gateway to free games, deals, gaming news and new releases
Opera GX includes the GX Corner, a portal within the browser which is a one-stop source for gaming news. The GX Corner includes a game-release calendar as well as a deals and free gamers aggregator which lets GX users know first about GTA V being offered for free and other deals. The free games section is particularly popular among GX users.
“Whether you’re a hardcore gamer or a casual one, Opera GX is a great entryway to everything gaming-related. It will display your favorite gaming news and deals. It also looks and sounds great and will make your browser use as few resources as possible allowing for your games to run smoothly,” added Maciej Kocemba.
The creators of Opera GX, notably from the Norwegian browser firm Opera, have been competing in the browser space with the likes of Microsoft, Google and Firefox and have already won two design awards for GX: the iF Design Award and the Red Dot award.
Birthday stream coming up on June 19
To celebrate its birthday with the community of 3.5 million people who actively use Opera GX each month, the browser will be moving up to Level 2 and hosting a birthday party stream on Twitch on Sypher PK’s channel at 17:00 CEST (11 AM ET) on June 19. The stream will be accompanied by a discussion on Opera’s discord server.
In early July, the browser will reveal the results of its first worldwide gamer survey, in which 200 thousand people have revealed secrets about their gaming habits, the games they like and even the drinks they hydrate with while gaming.
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LiveScore Group partners with Enteractive to run reactivation campaigns across its LiveScore Bet and Virgin Bet brands
Enteractive, the industry leader in player conversion and reactivation services, has been engaged by LiveScore Group, home of a global sports updates provider and online sportsbook operations, to support their existing CRM services with bespoke reactivation campaigns aimed at winning back players from lapsed accounts.
Enteractive will run activation projects for LiveScore Bet and Virgin Bet, LiveScore Group’s sportsbook and casino brands, focusing on both activation of registered non-funded player accounts and reactivation campaigns to bring back lapsed players.
LiveScore Bet offers customers in the UK, Ireland, Bulgaria, and Nigeria a refreshed betting experience within the LiveScore Group ecosystem. Meanwhile, Virgin Bet, operating exclusively in the UK as a sportsbook and casino brand, leverages the iconic Virgin brand to provide a sleek, user-friendly platform tailored for British bettors. Building on the trusted LiveScore brand, both LiveScore Bet and Virgin Bet offer top-line products, promoting a responsible and enjoyable betting option for its players.
LiveScore Bet and Virgin Bet Director, Dominic Vye, commented, “Partnering with Enteractive allows us to broaden our service offerings and engage our audience in new and exciting ways. Enteractive’s personalised approach to player engagement stands out in its ability to deliver real impact. This one-on-one approach will help us re-engage audience segments which we’ve found respond better to the more personal touch.”
Enteractive engages one-on-one with millions of players around the world, and is recognised as one of the top revenue generators globally for the iGaming sector. Enteractive’s proprietary (Re)Activation Cloud™ technology platform allows a fast and seamless integration of selected player databases, with native-speaking agents able to engage with players in each market with real-human outreach by phone.
Pedram Padidar, Enteractive COO, added, “LiveScore Group has built a strong ecosystem for sports fans and bettors alike, and we’re pleased to bring our expertise into that space. Effective reactivation isn’t just about re-contacting players, it’s about knowing when and how to engage in ways that feel relevant and personal. That’s where we can add real value. Our role will be to complement their CRM strategy with a more personal approach, helping to reconnect with players in a way that puts the user experience first.”
Enteractive’s native-speaking call agents support iGaming brands across every time zone. In the last year, Enteractive engaged with over 12 million players, delivering over 350% ROI and generating over €60 million in additional revenues for global operators.
With native speaking call agents supporting iGaming brands across the globe, Enteractive converts more than 20,000 players every month for a variety of leading operators.
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Red Rake Gaming Unveils “Sherlock and the Stolen Gems,” a Slot Full of Mysteries and Big Wins
Red Rake Gaming expands its slots portfolio with the launch of Sherlock and the Stolen Gems, an exciting new adventure starring the most famous detective of all time. This slot invites players to solve the mystery of the missing gems, combining an immersive atmosphere with innovative features that elevate the gameplay experience.
With a 6×6 reel format, Cluster Pays, and the thrilling “Cascading Reels” feature, each spin can trigger a chain of winning combinations that keeps the pace and excitement alive at every moment.
Among its key features are the “Sticky Clusters,” activated when clusters of seven or more identical symbols connect horizontally or vertically. These clusters lock in place on the screen and trigger a Respin on the remaining symbols. Furthermore, the locked clusters can expand during subsequent Respins, creating a highly attractive cumulative effect. The “Expanding Sherlock” feature kicks in after a win, expanding the reels to an 8×8 format and awarding an additional Respin, significantly increasing the winning potential.
Sherlock’s eternal rival, Moriarty, also makes an appearance with a unique feature that transforms the symbols around him into one single powerful 3×3 cluster with great winning potential.
The Free Spins Round is triggered by landing three or more BONUS symbols and takes place on the expanded 8×8 reel grid. During this phase, the Big Ben meter comes into play, allowing players to collect BONUS symbols to earn extra spins and powerful multipliers, adding an extra layer of excitement and reward.
With a captivating storyline, high-quality graphics, and features designed to maximize player engagement, this slot is a must-have addition for operators seeking differentiated, high-performing content.
With this new release, Red Rake Gaming continues to strengthen its portfolio with dynamic and innovative titles tailored for all markets. Furthermore, this slot—like the rest of the company’s offering—is integrated into Red Rake’s well-established tournament tool, enhancing player engagement and entertainment even further.
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Stake Engine continues its path of innovation and transformation within the developer ecosystem. Today, as part of its official launch to everyone, the more than 6,000 developers who have signed up to be part of the new generation of iGaming creators will gain access to major innovations: an iGaming industry’s fully integrated developer testing tool – purpose-built for games running on the Stake Engine Remote Gaming Server (RGS) – a new developer forum designed to connect developers, share insights, and inspire creativity, and an accelerated approval process enabling games to go live in just 24 hours.
Instant game testing
The newly launched Stake Engine Developer Testing Tool allows developers to test their games directly within the Stake Engine RGS environment – eliminating the need for separate staging setups. Key capabilities include:
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Instant toggling between currencies, languages, and device types.
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Wallet balance simulation to test transaction scenarios across the player journey.
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Seamless switching between local development builds and live published versions.
“This is the first time iGaming developers can test so flexibly and directly on the same system that powers their live games,” said Hayden Bruin, Engineer at Stake Engine. “We’ve built a tool that removes friction, speeds up testing, and makes creativity easier to execute.”
Stake Engine Community forum: Officially live for collaboration
Launched in parallel, the “Stake Engine Community” forum will serve as a central meeting place for the Stake Engine development community, offering:
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Expert insights and tailored recommendations.
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A space for Q&A with peers and Stake Engine experts.
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Discussion boards to share solutions, knowledge, and inspiration.
Empowering Speed, Quality, and Creativity
“With the launch of our testing tool and forum, we’re giving developers the speed, confidence, and collaborative environment they need to deliver exceptional gaming experiences,” added Hayden Bruin, Engineer at Stake Engine.
With the official launch of these two initiatives, Stake Engine takes a significant step toward streamlining development cycles and fostering a thriving creative ecosystem for iGaming.
Developers now benefit from monthly payments and a transparent view of their total bets, along with an accelerated approval process that gets games live in just 24 hours. This reduces barriers and speeds innovation. And this is only the beginning: provably fair and stateful games are on the horizon, set to open new possibilities for transparency, trust, and gameplay innovation.
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