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NetEnt pulls off a special move with Street Fighter™II partnership
Supplier to further expand its branded portfolio with the addition of the classic videogame collaboration
One of the best-selling arcade games of all time will be transformed for slot entertainment as NetEnt is set to launch Street Fighter™ II: The World Warrior Slot.
The new addition to the supplier’s branded games hall of fame will feature the iconic eight selectable characters – Ryu, Ken, E. Honda, Guile, Chun-Li, Blanka, Zangief and Dhalsim – as well as boss fights with Balrog, Vega, Sagat and the truly evil M. Bison. Street Fighter II’s genre-defining graphics, soundtrack and animations, as well as its gameplay, will be reflected as true to the brand and the original game as possible.
Created by Capcom, a leading worldwide developer and publisher of video games, Street Fighter II: The World Warrior immediately captivated audiences across the globe and shot to record-breaking success when it launched in 1991, spawning multiple sequels and movies.
As the first one-on-one fighting game to give players choice from a variety of characters with unique fighting styles, it was the introduction of special move combinations that defined the game’s quintessential gameplay.
“The release of Street Fighter II: The World Warrior took the arcade world by storm in the early nineties and today it is widely considered as the ultimate classic video game that continues to entertain fans almost 30 years later,” says Bryan Upton, NetEnt Director of Games.
“At NetEnt, we strive to deliver content that – much like Street Fighter – raises the bar in what is possible in gaming and we are immensely proud to be working with such an iconic franchise especially something in tune with the retro trends right now. It is a dream come true to work on brands like these. Street Fighter II really allows us to bring something new and innovative to the market that no one else can.”
Street Fighter™ II: The World Warrior Slot will be released on the 21st of May 2020.
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Guest Wins Nearly a Million Dollars on Royal Flush Jackpot at MGM National Harbor
MGM National Harbor is kicking off November with a big jackpot. A lucky guest was playing Ultimate Texas Hold’em on November 3 when he was dealt a Royal Flush of diamonds, winning $961,428.50.
“What an incredible way to kick off the holidays,” said Alex Alvarado, MGM National Harbor’s Vice President of Casino Operations. “We take great pride in offering the premier selection of table games in an industry where anything is possible. Today, that possibility became a reality with a life-changing win for our guest.”
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Stretch Network Partners with Vivaro.US to Enhance Poker Offerings
Stretch Network has officially announced a new strategic partnership with Vivaro. US, a social casino platform. This collaboration is designed to bring ingenious poker operations to a wider audience in the USA, reinforcing Stretch Network’s commitment to expanding its reach in the growing digital market.
Ruslan Bangert, Head of Stretch Network, expressed his enthusiasm for the partnership, stating, “We’re thrilled to partner with Vivaro. US. This collaboration aligns with our goal to innovate and expand in the dynamic world of poker.
The partnership also marks an important milestone for Vivaro. US, allowing the platform to elevate its poker capabilities. Hovhannes Minasyan, COO of Vivaro. US, shared, “This collaboration with Stretch Network enables us to elevate our poker offerings and provide an even more immersive and secure environment for our players.”
“Our partnership with Stretch Network represents an important step in enhancing our poker capabilities and strengthening our platform’s offerings,” said Artak Basoyan, CEO at Vivaro. US.
With a growing presence in the USA through Vivaro. US, Stretch Network is well-positioned to deliver poker experiences to an even broader audience.
The collaboration is expected to drive player engagement and increase opportunities for both companies, highlighting Stretch Network’s ability to adapt and grow in a competitive digital entertainment market.
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SunBet Extends Online Betting Platform Contract with Bede Gaming Amid Record-Breaking Performance
SunBet Extends Online Betting Platform Contract with Bede Gaming Amid Record-Breaking Performance
Bede Gaming has secured a further contract extension with South African online sports betting brand SunBet, the digital arm of Sun International and one of the fastest growing operators in the SA online market.
The new contract renewal comes as SunBet reports record-breaking digital growth in its H1-24 performance report, including a 72% year-over-year (YoY) growth in revenue and 72% increase in active players, driving an 89% improvement in EBITDA.
As a leading supplier of software to the igaming industry, Bede has supported the ambitions of this customer with tailored features and services to achieve SunBet’s business objectives while delivering the highest cost efficiencies.
Since the launch of the SunBet Slots offering in 2022, Bede has provided various additional optimisations, including integrating 7 new game providers to SunBet.co.za, releasing enhancements to the existing Kambi Sportsbook integration functionality, and delivering bespoke training on product features such as Bede’s powerful rules engine and bonusing suite.
This year alone, Bede has partnered with SunBet’s operations to –
- Optimise environmental infrastructure, aiming to deliver run cost efficiencies that will reduce the total cost of ownership by 30% by the end of the year.
- Develop a bespoke aggregator tool to achieve cost-effective game content customisation via a streamlined South Africa-specific solution.
- Enter into the new regulated markets of Namibia and Botswana (due to launch in 2024).
Colin Cole-Johnson, Bede Chief Executive Officer.“It’s been fantastic to see SunBet grow throughout the course of our partnership, and I’m delighted by their commitment to Bede at this crucial point in their journey. Securing another extension on this contract is testament to our dedication to our customers.”
SunBet’s partnership with Bede dates back to 2017, when digital offerings to this market were restricted to sports betting and live casino. With the change to slot content regulation in the South African market in August 2022, SunBet has expanded its online offering through Bede’s platform environment and has seen substantial growth in revenue and performance as a result.
Simon Gregory, SunBet Chief Executive Officer Bede has been a strong long-term partner for us, supporting and delivering on SunBet’s growth ambitions with quality and expertise. I’m very much looking forward to these next steps, especially now as we approach new African expansions.”
The post SunBet Extends Online Betting Platform Contract with Bede Gaming Amid Record-Breaking Performance appeared first on European Gaming Industry News.
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