iGaming
PokerStars sets $50m+ guaranteed Anniversary Series for May 10–June 3
Online festival spans 461 tournaments and includes three Main Events on May 24 plus a $500,000 GTD Sunday Storm PKO final on May 10.
PokerStars will run an online Anniversary Series with more than $50m in guarantees from May 10 to June 3, 2026, the operator said on April 27. The schedule includes 461 tournaments and is positioned to mark PokerStars’ 25th anniversary, alongside the 15-year milestone for Sunday Storm.
The festival’s buy-ins range from $5.50 to $15,000, with qualifiers starting at $0.55, according to the company. PokerStars said it will also distribute more than $650,000 in Anniversary Series Lucky Dip tickets during the series.
PokerStars is headlining the series with three Main Events on May 24:
- a $109 tournament with a $1.5m guarantee,
- a $1,050 Main Event with a $2.5m guarantee,
- and a $5,200 Main Event with a $2m guarantee.
Weekly Sunday events include Sunday Million, Sunday High Rollers, and Mystery Bounty specials, with Second Chance Main Events (PKO) scheduled for May 31.
The operator is also running a Sunday Storm 15th anniversary Progressive Knockout tournament with a $500,000 guarantee for an $11 buy-in. Phase 1 events are underway, with Phase 2 set for May 10.
“We’re proud to celebrate 25 years of PokerStars bringing big money poker tournaments safely to players around the world,” said Steve Clarricoats, Associate Director of Online Scheduling. “Putting $50 million up in guarantees shows our focus remains on bringing the best of PokerStars to more players in a variety of tournaments.”
More relevant data as follows:
- PokerStars: https://www.pokerstars.com/ Official operator site for tournament schedule and eligibility by market.
- PokerStars Blog: https://www.pokerstars.com/poker/news/ Company’s news hub where the full Anniversary Series details and formats are typically published.
- PokerStars Power Path: https://www.pokerstars.com/poker/promotions/power-path/ Source for information on the $0.50+ qualification routes referenced in the announcement.
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game launches
Reflex Gaming launches Dublin Up Pots O’ Gold via Yggdrasil Masters
Reflex Gaming has launched Dublin Up Pots O’ Gold, a sequel to its Dublin Up title, available now through the Yggdrasil Masters program. Reflex announced the release on 4 June 2026.
The slot is powered by Yggdrasil’s DoubleMax GEM and uses a pop-and-drop cascade mechanic. Reflex said the game is a high-volatility title with a “high hit rate” and win potential of up to 10,000x the base stake. In the base game, the DoubleMax multiplier increases with each cascade and resets after any losing spin; in Free Spins it carries across the full feature.
A randomly triggered Fairy Modifier can remove symbols to initiate a cascade that “always results in a win,” according to the company. The game also adds “Pots O’ Gold” prizes, where Pot symbols pay in view across consecutive reels starting from the leftmost reel. Values range from 0.1x to 10x on the first four reels, while the fifth reel can unlock MINI, MINOR, MAJOR, MAXI and GRAND prizes of 5x, 10x, 25x, 100x and 1,000x respectively.
Free Spins trigger when three, four or five Bonus Scatter symbols land or cascade into view. Reflex said players hitting three or four scatters are presented with a gamble option — “collect now or spin for more” — before the feature begins.
Mat Ingram, CPO at Reflex Gaming, said: “Dublin Up has been a consistent performer for us, so with Pots O’ Gold we wanted to build on what already works and give it a genuine upgrade.
“The DoubleMax mechanic creates incredible tension as the multiplier climbs, and the Pots feature adds a different kind of win moment that sits alongside the cascades really well. Combine that with the Fairy Modifier bringing a bit of magic to the base game, and you have a slot that is engaging from the very first spin right through to a Free Spins bonus with serious potential. We are confident it will resonate strongly across markets.”
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betcore
BetOnGames launches Cricket Strike Crash for its crash games portfolio
BetOnGames, the instant games vertical of the BETCORE ecosystem, has launched Cricket Strike Crash, a sports-themed crash game, the company said on June 4, 2026.
Cricket Strike Crash uses a real-time multiplier that increases while the round continues, with players choosing when to cash out before the crash. BetOnGames positions the title for fast-cycle play and mobile-first sessions.
The game ships with a stated RTP of 97.5% and medium volatility. BetOnGames also says Cricket Strike Crash uses a “provably fair system” designed to provide transparency on outcomes.
Cricket Strike Crash joins BetOnGames’ wider instant games catalogue within BETCORE, alongside TVBET and ElCasino. The group offers operators access to crash games, instant win games and slots via a single B2B integration, according to the company.
A product video is available here.
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Casino Content
Wazdan goes live on YoBingo.pt in Portugal via Light & Wonder aggregation
Wazdan has gone live on YoBingo.pt in Portugal, launching a selection of its slot titles through Light & Wonder’s aggregation platform.
The initial drop includes 10 games: 9 Lions
, 25 Coins
, 36 Coins
, Magic Spins
, 12 Coins
Grand Platinum Edition, Hot Slot
: 777 Cash Out Grand Platinum Edition, Mighty Wild
: Panther Grand Gold Edition, 30 Coins Grand Gold Edition, Moon of Fortune
, and Sizzling Eggs
Grand Platinum Edition.
YoBingo.pt is licensed in Portugal and has recently entered the market. The operator said it is building out its casino content with partners that can support a scalable launch strategy.
Magdalena Wojdyla, Head of Account Management at Wazdan, said: “The launch on YoBingo.pt represents an important step for us in Portugal, particularly as the brand begins its journey in the market.
“Starting with a strong selection of proven titles allows us to support a stable rollout and respond to local demand for feature-driven content. Partnering via Light & Wonder ensured a smooth integration, and we look forward to expanding this collaboration in the months ahead.”
Elisabete Lourenço, Portugal Country Manager at Rank International, added: “Wazdan’s portfolio brings an exciting, high-quality addition to our YoBingo.pt offering. Portuguese players value engaging mechanics and polished gameplay, and Wazdan’s titles deliver exactly that.
“This launch supports our commitment to elevating the entertainment experience for our customers, and we are delighted to welcome Wazdan on board.”
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