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PAPYRUS & YGAM unite in their missions to keep young people safe
As UK Charity Week (7-13 December) draws to a close, the Young Gamers & Gamblers Education Trust (YGAM) is celebrating a unique partnership with suicide-prevention charity PAPYRUS, coming together to raise awareness of the harms affecting young people.
Both charities use educational workshops to help young people understand the potential risks and prevent future generations experiencing harm. YGAM specialise in gaming and gambling-related harm prevention whilst PAPYRUS’s mission is to reduce the number of young people who take their own lives by shattering the stigma around suicide.
As well as aligning their missions to safeguard future generations, the two charities also have another poignant link. PAPYRUS was founded in 1997 by a mother, Jean Kerr, from Lancashire following the loss of her son to suicide. YGAM was founded by Anne Evans in response to her own son Alan tragically taking his own life following a long battle with a gambling addiction. These sad stories are at the heart of everything both charities do, and their foundations form a powerful social purpose informed by lived experience.
Ged Flynn, Chief Executive of PAPYRUS, said: “We are proud to be working in partnership with YGAM and are looking at ways in which we can come together to support young people. We hear from young people every day on our helpline HOPELINEUK who are struggling with thoughts of suicide. Whilst there is never one sole reason that may lead a young person think suicide is an option, we know that gaming and gambling can be a contributory factor for some.”
“By working in partnership with YGAM we are able to better understand how gaming and gambling can impact on a young person’s mental health and offer the appropriate support. We know that this partnership will help to save lives.”
The team at YGAM have now received SP-ARK training from PAPYRUS. This enabled YGAM to reflect on their personal and organisational approach to discussing and reducing the stigma surrounding suicide in day-to-day life. It also highlighted and reaffirmed the importance of self-care, a key message that is included within YGAM’s own training where they seek to inform, educate, and safeguard young and vulnerable people.
Members of the PAPYRUS team has also undergone YGAM’s free training which covers information on gaming and gambling and provide the tools needed to protect people from the risks of gambling and gaming-related harm, including lesson plans, activities, signs to look out for and information on where to go for advice and support. All training sessions have been assured by City & Guilds and the resources have been approved by the PHSE Association.
Sandy Thompson, the YGAM Education Manager for Greater London, said: “It was fantastic to train more of our colleagues from PAPYRUS, working together to continue our shared commitment to improve young lives by increasing awareness around these crucial issues.”
She continued: “PAPYRUS provide vital support to young people struggling with thoughts of suicide, whilst also engaging and building awareness in communities, and training organisations and groups. Working together in partnership is a crucial step in highlighting these important areas and continuing to provide the support and information that our young people desperately need.”
Suicide is the biggest killer of young people under 35 in the UK. Every year many thousands more attempt or contemplate suicide, harm themselves or suffer alone, afraid to speak openly about how they are feeling. PAPYRUS believes that many young suicides are preventable, and today the charity engages communities and volunteers in suicide prevention projects and delivers training programmes to individuals and groups.
UK Charity Week is a campaign designed to give the people of the United Kingdom an opportunity to place awareness and fundraising for charities high on the national agenda.
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Belatra
Belatra Introduces Big Bang 2, Igniting the Gaming Universe
Belatra, a prominent creator of inventive online slots, has turned its focus to the universe with its dynamic new slot, Big Bang 2.
Originating from the endless abyss, Big Bang 2 showcases a unique cascading system placed on an 8×8 grid. A successful combination is created when five or more matching celestial bodies align either horizontally or vertically, with every win causing a series of explosions and new symbols falling into position. Captivating imagery and a cutting-edge score enhance this celestial display.
The Black Hole is located at the center of the game and serves as a Wild symbol. It contains its own multiplier in the main game, rising by one every time it helps form a winning combination. When several Black Holes contribute to a win, their multipliers are summed and applied to the overall payout.
True Giants measuring between 2×2 and 5×5 can show up on the grid at any moment. Every one comes with a multiplier that matches its width. The larger the planet, the greater the reward. The Planet Rain ability can activate unexpectedly and changes an ordinary round into a significant occurrence by providing an immediate increase to all winning groups.
In every round, a Coin Spawn Zone triggers at three random locations. Planet detonations in this area emit Cosmic Coins worth between 1 and 100, which are consumed by the Black Hole that has the greatest multiplier on the field.
Landing three or more Black Holes on the grid activates five Free Games. Black Holes remain established until the bonus concludes, increasing in power with every cascade. The Coin Spawn Zone starts with four positions and increases by one cell after each spin, enhancing the opportunities for larger victories.
Hot Mode activates when three Black Holes land alongside a “+1” symbol. This mode has six high-intensity games with an expanding Coin Spawn Zone. Players can also choose to jump straight into the action by purchasing either the standard Bonus Games or the high-intensity Hot Mode. Whichever option they choose, the win potential in these modes is immense, reaching up to 10,000x the initial bet.
Misha Voinich, Head of Business Development at Belatra, said: “Big Bang 2 takes players on an unforgettable mission through deep space packed with rewarding mechanics, from merging Black Holes to expanding Coin Spawn Zones and win potential reaching 10,000x. This game is crafted for players who appreciate style, aesthetics, and the thrill of epic discoveries in the infinite expanse of gaming.”
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Booming Games
Booming Games releases 64 Nuggets Hold and Win
Booming Games, a leading provider of premium gaming content, has unveiled 64 Nuggets Hold and Win, a thrilling new slot where players can dig for glittering treasures. Featuring a 5×5 grid and 30 fixed paylines, the game offers an impressive maximum win potential of 10,000x. Set in a mysterious gold mine with a distinctive art style, 64 Nuggets Hold and Win promises high-stakes excitement for players chasing big wins.
The game’s Gold Rush Respins feature elevates the action, locking winning symbols in place while the reels continue to spin. As symbols accumulate, multipliers can appear to boost payouts, keeping gameplay engaging and rewarding.
Adding further intensity, the Boom Blitz Hold & Win feature grants three respins and offers coin prizes of up to 1,000x. Special Boom Blitz symbols can either expand the grid to 8×8 or increase coin values up to 5x, raising the maximum win potential to a staggering 10,000x. Players can trigger this feature by landing five or more Cash Coins or by filling the Cart Collection Pot.
“Packed with stunning visuals, dynamic features, and powerful modifiers, 64 Nuggets Hold and Win delivers non-stop action,” said Craig Asling, Director of Games at Booming Games.
“Players can chase golden rewards on every spin, while the Boom Blitz Hold & Win feature keeps excitement high and engagement strong. It’s a thrilling experience we’re proud to bring to our audience.”
64 Nuggets Hold and Win is now live and ready for players seeking their next big jackpot adventure.
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Energy Roulette
ENJOY unveils next-generation hybrid live experience Energy Roulette: Hold & Win
ENJOY, the innovative iGaming content developer, has expanded its Live portfolio with the launch of Energy Roulette: Hold & Win, a next-generation hybrid that blends classic live roulette with electrifying Hold & Win slot mechanics.
The game refreshes the timeless 37-cell roulette experience by adding two to seven randomly selected Lucky Numbers on each spin, each capable of triggering the Bonus Game for an extra layer of excitement.
At the heart of Energy Roulette lies a fully integrated 3×3 Hold & Win slot bonus, activated when the ball lands on a Lucky Number. Players begin with three spins, collecting Energy Balls and Jackpot Symbols worth 5x to 500x, alongside suspense-building Mystery Symbols. Each symbol locks in place and resets the spin counter, with a full grid triggering a 2x multiplier across all collected values.
The bonus feature also offers jackpot rewards of up to 4,000x, adding significant big-win potential for players seeking high-stakes thrills.
With its sleek, modern design and seamless fusion of roulette and slot-style gameplay, Energy Roulette: Hold & Win reinforces ENJOY’s commitment to pioneering hybrid live casino experiences.
“Energy Roulette: Hold & Win represents our vision for the future of live casino – classic gameplay elevated with the excitement and rewards of slot features,” said Tomass Dimza, Live Casino Product Owner at ENJOY Gaming.
“By embedding a full 3×3 Hold & Win bonus into live roulette, we’re giving players something familiar, but with a completely new level of engagement.”
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