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Gamzix launches the newest Book of Symbols slot

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September 15, 2020

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The perspective casino games developer Gamzix has released their new product – Book of Symbols slot – the demo version of which is already available on their website.

Gamzix is a relatively fresh developer of casino games with a small but very colorful portfolio of titles and a variety of customization options available to their partners.

Founded at the end of 2019, Gamzix is a great Estonia-based online casino premium content developer with a great player base. Five months after the company was founded, its hard-working team released its very first game engine which is accessible to online casino gamers across different countries and markets. The company’ve managed to quickly make their mark in the market thanks to a modern engine they developed, combining high quality sounds and graphics with numerous analytics and marketing tools.

The main plot of the Book of Symbols slot is a search for treasures in the pyramids of Ancient Egypt. The game is filled with sacred symbols, hieroglyphs and scarabs, following which the player goes the way to the divine light. Overcoming all trials, you gain eternal youth of the soul, living beyond space and time.

The high quality 3D design makes it possible to appreciate all the advantages of the slot even better, and the music brings it closer to the theme of the game.

The Book of Symbols slot has 5 reels, 3 rows and 10 lines with an RTP of 96.43%, which will make the task of winning a large amount as easy as possible. There are also special symbols in the game – these are Oasis free spin with one special symbol and Pharaoh’s Tomb free spin with 2, which are activated by 3 or more Scatters. The number of symbols that will expand depends on the type of free spins.

The game has the ability to select from 1 to 10 active lines which then will be used to calculate bets. The game interface is very convenient, you just need to set the cost of credit, therefore, you can easily change bet size using one of five Spin buttons, each of which has its own face value bet – now you don’t need to do several manipulations before catching a big win, just press the rightmost Spin button and make the maximum bet to receive a win.

The Auto button allows you to enjoy the game without additional manipulations, and if a large win occurs, the Auto game can be stopped before the win is automatically credited to your balance.

The bottom line displays the information about which symbols and which line have played in the winning bet. Information about the last win is stored in the Last Win information window.
Book of Symbols is a promising new format product from developer Gamzix that fits perfectly into his game library.

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Scientific Games completes systems conversion for New Mexico Lottery

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10 minutes ago

May 13, 2026

Wladimir P.

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Modernization adds Momentum ecosystem tools and rolls out new terminals and self-service machines to 1,000+ retailers statewide.

Scientific Games has completed a technology systems conversion for the New Mexico Lottery, modernizing lottery operations with a new gaming system and rolling out retail technology to more than 1,000 locations across the state. The update went live May 11, 2026, according to the company.

Scientific Games said the new system now powers the Lottery’s draw-based and Scratchers’ sales and is designed to simplify product management for retailers. The conversion also includes the launch of the Scientific Games Enhanced Partnership (SGEP) instant game management program, which the company said combines analytics, logistics, retail optimization and product strategy.

“The New Mexico Lottery is officially live with new, modern technology systems that work together to enhance all aspects of our operations and ensure we are well-positioned for our next era of growth,” said David Barden, CEO of the New Mexico Lottery. “We’ve strategically planned every step of this holistic modernization effort with Scientific Games to intelligently operate our retail network, making our Scratchers games easier for retailers to manage in their stores and easily accessible to our valued players.”

Scientific Games said the conversion was developed over the past year and is built on its Momentum ecosystem. Components cited include an advanced central gaming system, the SciTrak instant game distribution system, the gem | intelligence retailer licensing and management portal and the INFUSE business intelligence platform. The company said WAVE clerk-operated terminals and PlayCentral self-service machines will be deployed to retailers in planned phases.

“Congratulations to the New Mexico Lottery for building upon our long-standing instant scratch game partnership, embracing innovation for the future,” said John Schulz, President of Americas & Global Instant Products for Scientific Games. “We are proud to serve as the Lottery’s full-line partner and help drive maximum proceeds for New Mexico college students.”

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Plaza Hotel & Casino brings back free Friday fireworks June 5 to Sept. 4

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May 13, 2026

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Downtown Las Vegas show runs weekly at 9:10 p.m., with rooftop viewing options and planned Main Street traffic closures during launches.

Plaza Hotel & Casino will again stage its “Welcome to the Weekend” fireworks series in downtown Las Vegas every Friday night from June 5 to Sept. 4, launching at 9:10 p.m., according to the property.

The hotel said the free show is returning for a third consecutive year, with fireworks shot from the Plaza’s towers and visible across downtown and beyond. The Plaza also plans to close a portion of Main Street in front of the property to vehicle traffic during the shows to create pedestrian-only viewing access.

The Plaza will pair the fireworks with a rooftop pool party starting at 7 p.m., featuring food from the Plaza’s food truck and drinks from the rooftop pool bar. “Each year, the crowds only grow bigger for our free Welcome to the Weekend Summer Friday Fireworks Shows,” said Jonathan Jossel, CEO of the Plaza Hotel & Casino. “Our Friday fireworks have become an iconic part of summertime in Las Vegas that people look forward to. So, we are excited to bring the summer fireworks shows back again, for the third year, as a free and memorable experience for the whole community – visitors and residents alike.”

Each show will be initiated by a designated “TNT Ignitor,” which the Plaza said may include “a community leader, hotel guest, local hero, or social influencer.” The property is also selling a “TNT Ignitor VIP Experience” and a “Welcome to the Weekend VIP hotel package,” which include access and hospitality components tied to the rooftop viewing party.

The Plaza said the fireworks are weather-dependent and may be changed or cancelled, with updates posted to its social media channels including Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.

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Scientific Games’ Systems Technology Creates Momentum for New Mexico Lottery’s Next Era of Growth

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May 13, 2026

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Company Delivers Successful Systems Conversion Featuring Instant Game Management Program and Advanced Retail Technology

Scientific Games and the New Mexico Lottery have modernized the Lottery’s operations, setting the stage for future growth with a new, advanced gaming system and a comprehensive suite of innovative technologies rolling out at 1,000+ retailers across the state. The integrated tech conversion also includes the launch of the Scientific Games Enhanced Partnership instant game management program—bringing together analytics, logistics, retail optimization and product strategy to drive game performance and maximize proceeds to education in the state.

The company’s new gaming system is now powering the New Mexico Lottery’s draw-based and Scratchers’ sales, simplifying lottery product management for retailers and enhancing convenience to players. The full-line technology solution also delivers precision analytics to help optimize sales performance and generate maximum revenues to benefit college scholarship funding for students in-state.

In development over the past year, the successful conversion features Scientific Games’ Momentum ecosystem, anchored by an advanced central gaming system, patented SciTrak instant game distribution system, gem | intelligence retailer licensing and management portal and INFUSE business intelligence platform. Scientific Games’ WAVE clerk-operated terminals and PlayCentral self-service machines are being deployed in planned phases at New Mexico Lottery retailers.

“Congratulations to the New Mexico Lottery for building upon our long-standing instant scratch game partnership, embracing innovation for the future,” said John Schulz, President of Americas & Global Instant Products for Scientific Games. “We are proud to serve as the Lottery’s full-line partner and help drive maximum proceeds for New Mexico college students.”

The company provides services and expertise from its location in Albuquerque, including the SGEP instant game portfolio management program featuring game planning services, data analytics, advanced logistics, licensed brand services, and retail sales and marketing support.

Serving 150 lotteries in 50 countries, Scientific Games is the world’s largest lottery games company, fastest growing lottery systems provider and a leading provider of digital lottery solutions. The company is one of the first lottery companies globally certified by the World Lottery Association as a Responsible Gaming Supplier.

Scratchers is a trademark of the New Mexico Lottery Authority.