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House of Spades Enters the iGaming Space like a Rock Star

Get set to Gamble with the Legends of Rock at cool new rock thematic online casino brand holding exclusive rights with rock icons
The global iGaming market continues to attract attention. In order to be successful, however, operators have to have an edge and brand loyalty. House of Spades has entered the mix as the latest online gaming platform to set its sights on the global stage. It’s not holding anything back, ready to rock gamblers like a hurricane.
House of Spades (HoS) has launched like a well-experienced rock star. Imagine combining luxury with a true rock vibe, well that’s what players get with the House of Spades experience. It brings you back to those true 70’s Rock n’ Roll days where everyone wanted to be “at the Roxy”. Every ounce of House of Spades feels like it’s built for VIPs looking to rock.
Rock’ n’ Roll plays such a large part in the platform’s design that HoS has attracted support from some of the biggest legends in the music business. Alice Cooper ‘the godfather of shock rock’ and Twisted Sister’s lead Dee Snider need no introduction to true rock fans, and both are brand ambassadors for the platform. Having these rock icons as part of the gang and face of the casino leads to exclusive marketing promotions, merchandise deals and branding opportunities not found anywhere else.
House of Spades offers an exclusive fan-to-game loyalty model that takes loyalty to a whole new level and which isn’t found on any other platform. This is a unique model that can be applied to other segments and cultural niches.
House of Spades CEO Pelle Wiman states, “House of Spades is more than just an online casino; it’s a high-class entertainment experience. We’re building a ‘fan-to-game bond’. We also access what-money-can’t-buy treats from our friends, our rock ambassadors and from some of the most legendary bands in the world.
So, with special welcome offers tailored for the fans, rare rock rewards directly from the bands and a cutting-edge product like no other, we are ready to rock the industry.”
Licensed in Malta and Curacao, HoS offers some wickedly awesome games from 90 gaming providers with over 4,000 unique online slots and casino games.
Driving home that rock n’ roll feel, HoS offers a game segment called “The Rock’ n’ Roll Hall of Games”, including Alice Cooper, ZZ Top, KISS, Twisted Sister slots. This is an extensive catalog of 15 top-quality Play’n GO-produced rock-themed games. A growing number of global rock artists and bands are signing up to produce their very own official slot games and House of Spades is in on all the action.
House of Spades offers an action-packed 36-level Achievement program that takes players on a House tour room by room in search for hidden artifacts and keys and rewards players with coins and cash prizes for each accomplished room.
The platform includes weekly challenges and tournaments, all uniquely developed to let it stand out from its competitors. It also boasts a special avatar program of fictional hotel guests and celebrity rock stars to choose from.
Adds Wiman, “The whole industry is based on short-term winnings. It’s a constant chase for the next game that will only be in the spotlight for a short second before they drown in the endless flood of generic slots, and casino brands come and go like pop-up stores. My ambition is to establish brands that align with the actual entertainment content they offer and achieve long term loyalty towards something more substantial than just bonuses and cash prices.”
The platform is live in Finland, Canada, Germany, Poland, New Zealand and Norway, and is looking at expansion throughout Latin America, Japan, India and other parts of the world this year. Because of its global reach, House of Spades readily accepts multiple currency types, including cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin and Litecoin.
House of Spades was put together by an accomplished team of industry insiders from companies such as Mr Green, Ninja Casino, Global Gaming, Cashmio and Metal Casino. On the team is also a veteran of the music industry who founded the Sweden Rock Festival.
As a result, what has emerged is a platform that knows how to wow the audience and keep players loyal and entertained – the same awesome experience rock legends give in front of their audiences.
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Slotsoo Awards 2025: Celebrating Excellence Across Casinos and Game Providers

Summer is here and it is time for Slotsoo’s signature celebration of the iGaming industry. The Slotsoo Casino Awards return for its third edition, continuing the tradition of highlighting operators who excel in delivering a top-tier player experience. This year also marks an exciting expansion with the inaugural Slotsoo Game Provider Awards, giving long-overdue recognition to the creators of great slots.
The New Game Provider Awards and the Winners
Game providers are sometimes overshadowed by casinos, but in reality, both are equally important to the online casino experience. That’s why Slotsoo is proud to shine a spotlight on the studios behind the reels. The winners of Slotsoo’s first provider-focused awards were announced on 24 July 2025, and the honors went to:
- The Machine MVP – Pragmatic Play
- Bonus Buyer – Bullshark Games
- Volatility Virtuoso – Wazdan
- Jackpot Jumbo – Mancala Gaming
- Symphony Spinner – Gamzix
- Reel Renegade – Nolimit City
- Promising Prodigy – Slammer Studios
Please visit the Slotsoo Game Provider Awards page for detailed descriptions of each trophy and the motivations behind the winners.
The Anatomy of Slotsoo’s Trophies: Where Fun Meets Serious Recognition
At Slotsoo, each trophy is whimsical by design but grounded in real player values, making the Slotsoo Awards both entertaining and insightful. Every category has a clear purpose, recognizing what truly matters in iGaming today.
At the core of each awards lineup is a main trophy: The Gambling GOAT honors the top-performing casino operator, while The Machine MVP celebrates the best overall game provider. Surrounding these main awards are a collection of supporting trophies, spotlighting specific areas of excellence, from fast withdrawals and fun bonuses to volatility and winning potential.
These award categories offer a chance for actors who crush it in a certain area to be recognized, even if they don’t dominate across the board. Just like other iGaming awards, Slotsoo includes a category for newcomers, encouraging fresh talent and pushing established names to keep innovating.
The timing of the awards is also a deliberate choice. Markus Björk, head writer at Slotsoo, explains the team’s reasoning:
“After a hectic Winter and Spring packed with iGaming events, June and July offer a rare chance for the industry to slow down and reflect on the year so far. Let’s enjoy the cucumber season and appreciate what’s been achieved. This is when you can harvest the rewards of your hard work before autumn arrives with new challenges and opportunities.”
The Winning Casino Operators 2025
The Slotsoo Casino Awards 2025 took place in June, and these were the seven winners:
- The Gambling GOAT – Betizy
- The Bonus Buff – Sugarino
- The Loyalty Lord – Wisho
- The Withdrawal Wizard – Vauhdikas
- The Gamification Guru – Arctic Casino
- The Payout Professor – Wolfy Casino
- The Noisy Newcomer – Lunar Spins
This was the third time Slotsoo held the casino awards for its English-language site targeting the EU market in general. During the same period, the dedicated awards for the Finnish market, Slotsoo Kasinogaala 2025, celebrated its second year. These awards consist of seven trophies equivalent to the English ones, plus an eighth trophy dedicated to the casino operator with the best slot streaming offering.
The Nordic country is undergoing big changes, with a new gambling legislation and a licensing system planned to be introduced by 1 January 2027. The future will tell how this will affect the structure and categories of the awards.
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Africa
SOFTSWISS Launches First South African Project with Mzansibet

SOFTSWISS, a global tech provider with over 15 years of iGaming expertise, proudly announces the launch of its major South African project with Mzansibet. It marks the first project in the country to utilise both the SOFTSWISS Sportsbook and the SOFTSWISS Casino Platform.
According to the recently released South Africa: iGaming Market Overview 2025 by SOFTSWISS, the country’s iGaming sector is growing at an impressive annual rate of 20–25%, driven by increasing mobile penetration. In line with this trend and evolving player needs, SOFTSWISS strongly focuses on mobile optimisation across its platforms, enabling seamless and enjoyable gaming experiences for Mzansibet players.
The launch in South Africa, ensuring full compliance with local technical standards, required meticulous preparation. SOFTSWISS products – including its sports betting software and online casino platform – underwent rigorous certification with Gaming Laboratories International (GLI), one of the most reputable and globally recognised independent testing laboratories in the iGaming industry. Following this process, the solutions were officially approved for local operation by the Western Cape Gambling and Racing Board – a respected and influential regulator in the region – affirming the high quality and compliance of SOFTSWISS software.
Max Trafimovich, International Non-Executive Director at SOFTSWISS, shares: “Mzansibet entered the market with a bold ambition to become a top-tier brand – and we are not only proud to support that vision from day one, but also well-equipped to ensure its sustainable growth. Leveraging our global and local expertise, we provide the technical, business, and service tools necessary for a smooth launch and scalable development. This is made possible thanks to our robust and stable architecture with 99.999% uptime and a flexible platform ecosystem. In addition, the brand launched a nationwide TV advertising campaign and has already attracted tens of thousands of players across the country – a powerful testament to its growing presence and trust.”
In addition to backend certification, the SOFTSWISS team invested heavily in frontend localisation to align with the partner’s vision and market requirements. The Mzansibet project has been fully adapted to meet South African player behaviour and betting patterns.
About SOFTSWISS
SOFTSWISS is an international technology company with over 15 years of experience developing innovative solutions for the iGaming industry. SOFTSWISS provides comprehensive software for managing iGaming projects. The company’s product portfolio includes the Online Casino Platform, the Game Aggregator with over 35,000 casino games, the Affilka Affiliate Platform, the Sportsbook Software and the Jackpot Aggregator. In 2013, SOFTSWISS revolutionised the industry by introducing the world’s first Bitcoin-optimised online casino solution. The expert team counts over 2,000 employees.
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