Red Rake Gaming, a leading developer of premium casino content, continues to strengthen its presence in the regulated Dutch market by partnering with Starcasino.nl, one of the latest operators to go live in the Netherlands.

This new partnership marks a significant step in the ongoing collaboration between Red Rake Gaming and the Starcasino group, following previous successful launches in Belgium and Spain. With this latest agreement, Dutch players can now enjoy Red Rake Gaming’s top-performing titles via www.starcasino.nl, including a wide selection of NL-certified slots and popular videopoker titles such as Bonus Poker and Joker Poker.

Starcasino is a well-established casino and sportsbook brand with a decades-long track record of trust and reliability in Belgium. Now expanding into the Netherlands, Starcasino.nl offers a secure, fully regulated, and high-quality gaming experience specifically tailored to Dutch players.

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“We’re delighted to expand our partnership with the Starcasino group and bring our games to the Dutch market through their new platform. The Netherlands continues to be a key focus for Red Rake Gaming, and we’re confident that our engaging and feature-rich titles will resonate well with their player base.” — Nick Barr, Managing Director for Red Rake Gaming Malta.

“We’re excited to go live with Red Rake’s games on Starcasino in the Netherlands. Their games are a perfect fit for our Dutch audience, enhancing our mission to deliver premium, diverse iGaming entertainment across the Netherlands.” — Pieter van den Bos, Director at Starcasino.

The collaboration will ensure Starcasino.nl players gain access to Red Rake Gaming’s diverse portfolio, including high-action slots with unique mechanics, interactive bonus features, and a wide range of game styles that cater to all player preferences.

A long, long time ago, the galaxy was ruled by fear and ruthlessness. But rebellion brewed… and this is when things started to get very out of hand! Nolimit City is launching a full-scale galactic mission with Tsar Wars, on a quest to bring balance to the galaxy. This new release joins 2025’s growing portfolio of Labs titles, such as Duck Hunters and Kill Em All.

Every rebellion starts with a spark… Land 5 or more matching symbols adjacent to each other (horizontally/vertically) and watch them vanish into void. In Tsar Wars, each collapse brings in new symbols and increases the multiplier by +1.

You might need some backup against the tsar side! Symbols can appear in 1×1, 2×2 (4 symbols) or 3×3 (9 symbols).

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Some rebels have been captured but not all hope is lost! Trapped Wild symbols can be freed if they’re part of a win or are removed by an xBomb® Wild symbol. Once rescued, they transform into Wild symbols and stay for the next avalanche.

The Special Forces

It’s going to take more than mind tricks to take down the Empire. Luckily, these rebels got some tricks of their own…

-Wild Rush: transforms 2-5 regular paying symbols into Wild symbols.

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-Force Shift: transforms 1, 2 or 3 regular paying symbols into another regular paying symbols of same or different kind.

-xBomb® Wild: transforms 1-3 regular paying symbols to xBomb® Wild symbols and substitutes for any symbol except for Tsar Side Bonus symbol. An exploding xBomb® Wild removes adjacent symbols except for Tsar Side Bonus and Wild symbols, increasing the win multiplier by +1 for the next collapse.

Destruction Spin

Get your lightsaber out, it’s about to get dirty! Filling up the Destruction meter with 25 win symbols will activate Destruction Spin. During the spin, each Wild Rush, Force Shift and xBomb® Wild will be triggered at least once. There couldn’t be a better timing!

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Revolution Spins

The fate of the galaxy is now in the hands of the rebels. If the Destruction meter is filled with 25 win symbols during Destruction Spin, Revolution Spins will be triggered. Choosing one guaranteed feature will give 5, 6 or 7 spins with the chosen power activating every spin. Wild Rush, Force Shift or xBomb® Wild may show up randomly to join the resistance. If you needed a sign from the Force, this is it.

-Wild Rush = 5 spins

-Force Shift = 6 spins

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-xBomb® Wild = 7 spins

Revolution Spins start with a 15x multiplier right out of the gate. Filling the Destruction meter with 30 win symbols in a single spin awards +2 extra spins and a doubled multiplier.

Tsar Side Spins

Do you fear the power of the tsar side? Hope not… When the Tsar Side Bonus symbol lands during the Destruction Spin and the meter is filled with 25 win symbols, Tsar Side Spins will be activated. 6 guaranteed spins with all 3 features (Wild Rush, Force Shift and xBomb® Wild) firing off at least once per spin, starting with a 15x win multiplier.

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Want a bigger chance to take down the Empire? 30 win symbols will award +2 additional spins and a doubled multiplier.

Nolimit Boosters

The Empire’s not going down without a fight! Choose your boosters wisely before facing the Tsar Lord:

-xBoost 1 – guarantees 1 feature (Wild Rush, Force Shift or xBomb® Wild) randomly.

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-xBoost 2 – guarantees 2 features (Wild Rush, Force Shift or xBomb® Wild) randomly.

-xBoost 3 – guarantees a Destruction Spin.

-xBoost 4 – guarantees at least 1 Trapped Wild symbol of size 2×2 or 3×3.

Bombs away! Tsar Wars has a maximum payout of 19,775x the base bet. Tsar Wars is rated as “Highly Volatile” delivering the thrilling high-stakes gameplay that Nolimit City fans know and love.

Per Lindheimer, Head of Product at Nolimit City, said: “We really let the features strike back in Tsar Wars. Every Labs game is a bit of a rebellion and this one is no exception. Tsar Wars has all the ingredients we love – big multipliers, explosive features and enough wilds to start a galactic uprising!”

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‘Tsar Wars’ will be available to all Nolimit City partners on July 22nd, 2025.

Despite rising competition, Malta remains Europe’s beating heart of iGaming. In this exclusive roundtable, Mehmet Guven, VP of Operations at EEZE, Natasha Giorgio, Head of Sales and Business Development at Hub88, and Mark O’Donnell, Head of Marketing at LuckyStreak, unpack what keeps the island at the industry’s core, from the enduring weight of the MGA licence and renowned tech infrastructure to a collaborative and supportive ecosystem.

The industry continues to invest heavily in Malta by hosting a number of high-profile events year-round. What keeps the country a ‘buzzing hub’ for iGaming despite global competition?

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MO: Malta has a thriving gambling industry with loads of resident gambling companies. It’s a big and vibrant iGaming community, and a sunny, welcoming Mediterranean island, so it’s no surprise that the events side is growing, because people love going there.

There is a perception that the MGA licence may be under pressure with the growing number of local and international licences available across the world, but Malta still has big benefits for gaming companies, whether that’s low tax, a skilled workforce, EU membership, great tech and supporting services, or a very supportive government. And the reputation and credibility of the MGA means that a Malta licence is still highly coveted across the globe. It’s why LuckyStreak obtained a B2B Critical Supply Licence last year and can now offer our content to hundreds of licensed businesses and their players. What’s not to love?

MG: Malta’s success is rooted in a reputable regulator, the Malta Gaming Authority (MGA), along with a talented workforce and a cooperative industry climate. The country’s appealing tax policies, strategic position, and continuous industry events contribute to its vibrant scene. These factors foster a supportive atmosphere that attracts operators.

Additionally, Malta’s extensive industry expertise enables local companies to export these valuable skills to emerging markets, further solidifying Malta’s role in the global iGaming industry.

NG: Malta remains a crackling arena for iGaming because it offers basically everything the industry needs to thrive: strong regulation, a highly skilled workforce and, through a variety of conferences and events, an unbeatable industry community.

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The MGA is still seen today as one of the gold standards for licensing, giving operators confidence to base their businesses here. But beyond compliance, Malta thrives on its networking culture. Year-round events like Next.io Networking events and Summits and countless other meetups keep the ecosystem connected and collaborative. This is why Hub88 is so intent on collaborating with firms like these so frequently.

Plus, the lifestyle helps – the land of eternal sunshine. A global language hub with English-speaking professionals and a great work-life balance attract talent from all over the world. While other jurisdictions compete on tax or licensing, Malta keeps evolving by fostering collaboration between startups, major operators and service providers. It’s this sense of community, combined with regulatory leadership, that keeps Malta at the heart of global iGaming.

What are the key opportunities to innovate and expand in Malta?

NG: Despite it already being something of a Goldilocks zone, Malta’s iGaming scene still offers plenty of room for improvement and growth. On the tech side, there are big opportunities in data-driven personalisation, gamification and payment solutions. These are some of our key foci in Hub88 innovation, as well as Live88 and Odds88 by extension, especially for emerging markets in Africa, Asia, and LatAm. The common theme on all of these development points is that they all put the customer first.

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Responsible gaming tech is another growth area. It’s a deeply fascinating area of growth too as it balances the challenge of working to meet rising compliance standards while keeping players engaged.

Beyond tech, Malta’s diverse talent pool and active startup culture mean there’s room for fresh B2B services for Hub88 to collaborate with. The HubMarket The HubMarket has been a first-mover in collaborating with AI-powered marketing tools, retention platforms, and safer gambling solutions. Furthermore, from an expansion POV, Malta is the ideal launchpad for brands targeting Europe and beyond. Many operators use Malta as a base to explore crypto gaming, esports betting and social gaming verticals. Plus, with its strong support network of legal, financial, and tech service providers, Malta keeps making it easier for companies to test new ideas, partner fast and scale globally from a stable, regulated environment.

MG: There’s a lot of activity happening! Companies are actively exploring AI, blockchain, and mobile-first solutions, particularly in response to the growing demand for live and immersive experiences, such as virtual reality (VR) and augmented reality (AR).

At the same time, we’re seeing strong momentum in expanding into emerging markets, with fintech playing a larger role, particularly in payments and player onboarding. It’s an exciting time to be part of the innovation happening here.

MO: For a business like LuckyStreak, it’s a huge market opportunity. Half of MGA licensees are casino operators and the market is worth $100bn a year, so the upsides are clear. But as we know it’s a super-competitive market, and a live dealer provider like us, in this big industry, has to appeal to and persuade casino decision-makers, while all the others are doing the same. And we’re working hard at that.

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It’s a place where innovation thrives; locally they have invested in modern and robust technology, and this nurtures solutions like secure blockchain and AI-powered personalisation, supporting the development of new verticals and formats, and it’s developing a reputation for responsible gaming, environmentally friendly operations, and transparent and compliant data practices. These developments are good for everyone in the industry.

What infrastructure is crucial for Malta to keep fostering a supportive and competitive environment?

MG: In the current landscape, robust internet infrastructure and data security are foundational, yet success hinges on adaptive compliance with evolving regulations, strategic investments in talent development, and the fortification of industry networks through targeted events. Focusing on operational efficiency and process optimisation is paramount, as a well-defined framework significantly accelerates time-to-market and enhances overall agility.

NG: For Malta to stay competitive, both digital and professional infrastructures are essential. We boast across a few of our verticals that maximum uptime with our products comes as standard. Continued investment in high-speed connectivity and cloud services is what enables this to happen; understandably our partners rely on real-time data, secure transactions and seamless experiences for their players.

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Equally important as we’ve discussed already is regulation. The MGA must keep modernising its own frameworks to support innovation in areas like blockchain, esports and so on whilst maintaining player protection.

A thriving and robust ecosystem of legal, payments, compliance, support, commercial and marketing services makes both Hub88 and Malta in general’s industry agile. Meanwhile, conferences, meetups and knowledge-sharing forums obviously need to be continued for collaboration and growth. Together, this combination of both tech and human infrastructure ensures Malta stays not only a place to licence an iGaming brand but a place where bold new ideas are built, tested and scaled.

MO: Malta is attractive thanks to the investment in technology, like telecommunications systems and data centers, and has very high-speed internet, as well as new office developments like Ta’ Xbiex. It’s got a strong legal and regulatory framework in the MGA, and also plenty of legal and compliance practices on the island. Talent is obviously crucial and a big iGaming community serves that, and investment in training, and supporting access to the island for new talent is critical.

It’s no surprise that big money is being spent, seeing as 14% of the island’s GDP comes from iGaming. And anyone visiting for the big events will testify to the congestion and difficulty getting about, but the nature of the quaint towns and small streets makes it hard to see how they could or would build big highways for these peaks.

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With a shift in the global regulatory landscape, why does a licence from the Malta Gaming Authority (MGA) still hold so much weight?

NG: The MGA persists as one of the world’s most respected regulators because it perfectly balances player protection with business innovation. While many countries have introduced local licences, the MGA’s framework is still seen as a global benchmark for compliance, fairness and responsible gaming. Operators with an MGA licence show partners, payment providers and players that they meet high standards for transparency, anti-money laundering and ethical marketing.

Given its proximity to both Europe and MENA regions, MGA has decades of experience managing cross-border operations, making it a preferred choice for brands targeting multiple international markets from one hub. I think the key thing that sets the MGA apart is its willingness to evolve very quickly, whether it’s adapting to new tech like blockchain or improving responsible gambling tools.

Even as markets like the Netherlands, Germany and Ontario launch local licences, the MGA remains a gateway for startups and global operators looking for a credible, flexible, internationally recognized licensing base.

MO: Because it is recognised globally for its rigorous standards, transparency, integrity, stability and credibility. As one of the first regulators, it set a benchmark for RG, AML, compliance, and player protection. This was a big attraction for LuckyStreak when we applied for our licence.

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Being an EU jurisdiction grants operators access to European markets, tax benefits and banking. And investment in technology infrastructure and new technologies keep it at the head of innovation. And of course iGaming is hugely important to Malta’s economy, and the benefits go both ways with attractive tax rates and contributions to GDP. All these are values and benefits that it has, and which it endows licence holders with, in the eyes of the iGaming world, means Malta is still a hugely attractive location and jurisdiction and will remain so.

MG: The MGA licence is globally trusted for being stringent yet fair, signalling operator reliability and player protection. It serves as a benchmark that new regulatory bodies often measure themselves against. The licence opens doors to numerous markets, reassures players, and continuously adapts to stay ahead of industry developments, which is why it remains highly valued worldwide.