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NSoft – Casino: Visual development of online slots

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2 years ago

July 27, 2022

George Miller

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Online slots backstory

Slot games refer to virtual games that simulate the experience of slot machines. Slot machines have been popular for over a century, but slot games only showed up in the 80s. It wasn’t until the last decade that thematic, mobile, and digital slot games took off.

The slot game development consists of three elements:

Art & Design – designing the game, art style, unique symbols, and themes
Game mechanics – level design, bonus prizes, and user-friendly interface
Slot Machine software development – logic, game engine, and platform-specific solutions

In this article, we will be going over the visual development process of our slot games.

Stage 1: Analyse this, analyse that

Before we start working on a slot game, it’s crucial to analyse the game’s audience and find and research an interesting theme. For example, if we’re creating a theme for the Romanian market, we would research Romanian culture and history.

People are fascinated by history, and especially ancient civilisations, which had peculiar lifestyles, customs, and beliefs. Slot games with allusions to historical eras, people, and cultures easily capture people’s interest. Ancient Egypt and Pirates are very good examples of that. The same goes for themes centred around magic and spells or mythological creatures like fairies and mermaids. Historical and mythological themes for the slots also appeal to our creative team. They get our creative juices flowing, and we all know that THE CREATIVITY MUST FLOW.

We go into every project well prepared with all the tools we might need. Our creative team consists of 3D artists, animators, concept artists, and illustrators. The most common programs used by our team include Adobe Photoshop, Adobe AE, Substance painter, 3DS Max, and Maya.

Stage 2: Concept art

When we have found the ideal theme, our creative team must identify the overall artistic mood of the game. It can be realistic, stylised, or a combination of both. After that, our artists create concept art in different variations, as well as a mood board with several images that sets the tone and environment for the art.

Stage 3: Creation of 3D assets

The next stage is the creation of 3D assets based on the technical specifications of our slot game engine and approved designs and sketches.

Stage 4: Animations and VFX

The animation may apply to the reels and symbols, but it can also be used in the background for spin results, promotional videos, characters and other features. It’s usually a combination of 2D & 3D animations and VFX. This allows us to breathe life and additional appeal into the final product.

Stage 5: Final render

After finishing all the elements and assets, it’s time for the final rendering of a complete slot game. The game is then ready for the test in order to fix any errors and bugs that might hinder its functionality.

Online slot Pirate Chest – Final render for different channels and resolutions

Guardians of the Forest is a mythical-themed slot featuring fairies.

Temple of Horus proudly represents Egyptian Mythology-themed slots.

Final words

Slot game design evolved so much over the last couple of decades and will continue to do so in the future. Our goal is to do the same, so expect even more exciting and innovative slot games from us. Stay tuned! This is only the beginning.

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Sharp Alpha Closes Fund II With Over $25 Million To Back Sports, Gaming, Entertainment Startups

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16 mins ago

May 14, 2024

GamingAmericas.com

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Sharp Alpha Advisors announced the closing of Sharp Alpha Fund II, an oversubscribed $25 million venture capital fund investing in early-stage sports, gaming, and entertainment businesses.

Existing investments in Fund II include C15 Studio, which recently emerged from stealth mode as the operator and distributor of Formula 1’s new streaming channel. Previous investments include Almost Friday Media, Jackpot.com, and Betcha (acquired by Vivid Seats).

The fund targets seed investments ranging from $1 – 2 million. Sharp Alpha also operates a co-investment vehicle that provides limited partners the ability to invest additional capital in select deals alongside the fund.

Managing Partner Lloyd Danzig was recently named to Business Insider’s Top Venture Capitalists in Sports and ELG’s 40 Under 40. He is frequently featured by CNBC, The New York Times, and The Wall Street Journal.

The fund is backed by public companies, US fnancial institutions, pro sports team owners, family offces, top venture capitalists, and funds of funds, among others.

According to Danzig, there is a signifcant opportunity at the intersection of sports, gaming, media, and technology. “The competitive entertainment category is experiencing exponential growth but at the same time is desperate for innovation that early-stage companies are best positioned to supply.”

The fund has exceeded its $25 million capital raise target and expanded the size of its deal team.

Commenting on current market conditions, Danzig explained, “we are entering the most favorable period in the last 15 years to bet on great founders.”

Sharp Alpha’s advisory board includes Keith Horn, founder of Loring Capital Advisors and former COO of Elliott Management and Global Head of Leveraged Finance at Merrill Lynch; Emanuel Pearlman, the former Chairman of Empire Resorts and board member at several public companies; Daniel Bernard, Founder and Chairman of Redwood International Sports; Roy Behren, the President and Chief Investment Offcer of a $5.2 billion asset manager; and Don Kornstein, the Vice Chairman of Caesars Entertainment and former executive at numerous successful gaming companies.

In addition to investment capital, the frm provides portfolio companies with a suite of resources and opportunities spanning fundraising, revenue generation, brand awareness, commercial strategy, fnancial planning, and product development.

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A 39-year-old man wins 40,620 EUR jackpot among 5200 participants in Starship Quest at RocketPlay

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2 hours ago

May 14, 2024

Wladimir P.

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In April, RocketPlay Casino successfully concluded its Starship Quest, with a Grand prize winner taking home 40,620 EUR and a total of 163,000 EUR in bonuses distributed among participants.

The Starship Quest, an interactive journey spanning 15 levels, engaged 5200 participants from around the world. As players progressed through the quest, they collected virtual hex keys that unlocked various rewards. By the end of the event, RocketPlay had issued 15,563 bonuses totaling 163,000 EUR, with an impressive activation rate of 91%.

The Grand prize winner, a 39-year-old man, previously claimed victory in RocketPlay’s Golden Glory tournament. His latest win as part of Starship Quest in the Sun of Egypt 3 slot game by Booongo further cements his reputation for skill and perseverance in the gaming community.

“We are delighted to announce our Starship Quest winner and congratulate him on his 40,620 EUR jackpot,” said David Peterson, a representative of RocketPlay’s Customer Care team. “At RocketPlay, our priority is to offer a safe and enjoyable gaming environment. Events like the Starship Quest are designed to bring excitement and rewards to our players while ensuring their safety. We’re committed to delivering more engaging experiences for our community.”

Looking ahead, RocketPlay will host a new quest slated for early summer and special activities in conjunction with Euro 2024, featuring sports-themed jackpots and prediction contests for football fans.

RocketPlay Casino continues to prioritize player satisfaction and safety while creating innovative gaming experiences. Stay tuned for more exciting adventures and announcements in the coming months.

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NIFL Strikes Exclusive Data & Streaming Deal With FeedConstruct

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3 hours ago

May 14, 2024

George Miller

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The Northern Ireland Football League (NIFL) has signed a new five-year deal with FeedConstruct to become the league’s exclusive Betting Data & Streaming Partner until the 2028/2029 season.

FeedConstruct and NIFL have enjoyed a successful long-term partnership since the 2019/2020 campaign, solidifying their roles as the league’s data and streaming partners. This agreement will provide a considerable seven-figure investment into the leagues over the contract term.

Under this partnership, exclusive betting data will be provided globally for over 800 matches across the Sports Direct Premiership and Women’s Premiership, the Playr-Fit Championship, Premier Intermediate League, the BetMcLean Cup, Women’s League Cup, and the European Playoff matches from the summer of 2024 onwards.

FeedConstruct is a leading provider of real-time and historical sports data, as well as digital content. The company delivers innovative and cutting-edge data-feed solutions that cover pre-match, live, and post-match data to over 300 partners. Dedicated to continuously developing advanced sports products and tools, FeedConstruct provides quick and accurate data to its partners.

With its main mission to bridge the gap between sports and entertainment businesses by offering cutting-edge solutions, FeedConstruct helps its partners get the most profitable experience.

Since the formation of the NI Football League in 2013, professional football in Northern Ireland has flourished both on and off the field. This announcement is the latest in a series of positive developments from one of the fastest-growing professional leagues in Europe, which has seen an 83% increase in attendance over the past ten years, as well as record commercial deals and improved performances both domestically and in UEFA Club competitions.

Ian Forrester, NI Football League Chief Commercial Officer said, “This is another huge deal for the NI Football League, we’re delighted to continue our long-standing relationship with FeedConstruct. These are exciting times to be part of our league and there is still so much potential and opportunities for us to explore.”

“This continuation of the commercial partnership with FeedConstruct will allow us even more new opportunities to work and grow together, and we look forward to what the future holds over the next five years!” Forrester added.

Narek Harutyunyan, the Head of the Rights and Content Department, said, “We are excited to extend our partnership with Northern Ireland Football League for another five years and are committed to providing our technology and expertise to support the reach of NIFL competitions to a global audience. The extended agreement enhances our presence in the UK football rights market and demonstrates our commitment to enriching our portfolio with high-level sports content.”

This renewed five-year agreement between the Northern Ireland Football League (NIFL) and FeedConstruct reaffirms their successful partnership, extending their collaboration into a decade. This partnership is set to enhance the football experience by providing comprehensive and exclusive betting data for fans globally.

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