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Week 16/2021 slot games releases
Here are this weeks latest slots releases!
OneTouch has partnered with Big Wave Gaming (BWG) to launch The Maiden & The Swordsman, a stunningly designed, graphic rich slot that sees players join the game’s hero in his quest to find his true love. The five-reel, three-row, 50-line slot follows the journey of the Swordman as he battles the elements to reach his beloved Maiden uncovering huge wins and a treasure trove of bonus features along the way. If players reveal three or more scatters they are rewarded with an unlimited number of free games, or up to 10 free games including a unique ‘nudge’ feature that could turn wins into even bigger prizes.
Inspired Entertainment, Inc announced the launch of Cops ‘n’ Robbers Megaways slot title available on mobile devices and online. Set in the city, Cops ‘n’ Robbers Megaways is an action-packed slot featuring the iconic branding of the classic Cops ‘n’ Robbers® game mixed with the popular Megaways
iSoftBet, has released The Ruby Megaways title in just 12 months. Taking iconic, well-known symbols including Lucky Sevens, Bells, Diamonds, and Bars, The Ruby Megaways
Stakelogic, is taking players to a dark and gloomy manor house where they are to join a vampire hunt in the latest horror-themed slot to leave its production line. DraculaTM is a highly animated video slot that sees players venture deep into the creepy house where they will encounter random Wilds and Free Spins as they make their way towards a crypt where they must pick one of twelve chests to reveal a prize. Free Spins are triggered when three or more Scatter symbols land on the reels. When they do, 10 free games are awarded, and winnings are tripled.
Green Jade Games pushes the envelope again with Automation of KO engine in this Heliopolis smash. The game uses a 6×4 reel matrix with 50 ways to win with every spin. Players are helped in their quest to uncover ancient treasure with three bonus features. The first is an Auto Knockout feature that automatically knocks out symbols on the reels in order to line up Loot Box wins during the base game. When a symbol is knocked out, it disappears and the symbols above it in the same reel cascade down to fill the empty space. Loot Box wins only occur when three of more boxes align horizontally.
The latest title from Play’n GO has been released in multiple markets today, a new entry into their Joker series of games, Fire Joker Freeze. The game brings together two characters from previous releases, the Fire Joker and Iceilia, the Ice Joker, mixing both of their unique skills to create an entertaining slot title. Since the release of their first joker game, Mystery Joker, in 2018, the international slot supplier has continued to build their Joker brand with increasing success. The games are based on the symbols and styles of traditional “fruit machines” but add contemporary features and bonus rounds to update the gameplay for the modern slot market.
Yggdrasil, the leading worldwide publisher of online gambling content, has unveiled its thrilling deep-sea adventure Atlantean GigaRise, introducing the supplier’s latest proprietary Game Engagement Mechanic. The new, exciting GigaRise mechanic sees a reel rise one spot at a time to a maximum of eight symbols high when special Trident symbols lands, drastically increasing the ways to win to 32,768 and growing the win potential significantly. As well as bringing the GigaRise mechanic to the Yggdrasil portfolio for the first time, the new title also features a thrilling jackpot mechanic as players explore a sunken palace.
Blueprint Gaming revealed their latest innovative slot design in Fishin’ Frenzy Prize Lines mechanic adds another dimension to Blueprint’s comprehensive portfolio and is designed to broaden the reach of its content to players within the online bingo community. Each game played consists of five spins where the aim is to fill the grid with fish symbols to complete Prize Lines
Pragmatic Play, has prepared for a street party like no other in newest creation, Hot Fiesta. Set in a festive Mexican street, the 5×3 hit features 25 paylines and all the ingredients for a fantastic celebration, with cocktails, guitars, and maracas filling the reels. Wilds may also contain a multiplier up to 5x on any spin they appear. To trigger the Free Games feature, players must land three Scatter symbols in the form of fireworks, which can award anything from nine to 27 free spins.
Push Gaming has roared into action with its Jurassic new title, Dinopolis. Set for general network release on April 22nd following a highly successful beta launch with operator partner Wunderino, the captivating new title is set in a world that could have been, had dinosaurs lived on, rather than becoming extinct. Dinopolis invites players to mix with sophisticated primeval guests in a casino populated with the terrible lizards, which have taken on human characteristics.
Playson has announced the launch of its newest immersive gaming title, Wolf Power: Hold and Win. Appearing as a high-paying Wild, the 3×5 slot’s wolf symbol is stacked on reels to drive up the excitement, featuring alongside the renowned Hold and Win Bonus Game mechanics found in the popular Playson classic, Buffalo Power: Hold and Win. The game also showcases a thrilling set of in-game Jackpots, ranging from Mini, which brings wins of x20 the original stake when two Power symbols appear, through to Grand, which pays out x500 when five land.
Scientific Games Corporation has unveiled its latest iGaming release Perfect Potions Megaways games with the addition of magical potions that sit above the reels, which move down the reels through each cascading win. Should a potion reach the cauldron positioned below the reels, it will either expand the reel or add an expanding wild. During free spins, expanding reels remain fixed in position with the possibility of Megaways
Red Rake Gaming, has launched a new 6×10 reel video slot with the popular “1 million ways to win” feature, a free spins feature and three accumulators that grant access to a minigame. This video slot transports the player to a turbulent nation after the war, where Tommy and his street gang run the city. One of this slot game’s features is the weapon symbols (knuckle duster, knife and Tommy gun), whose purpose is to break up and transform other symbols into big wins. Another interesting feature is the tobacco, drink and gold symbols, which add to the percentage in the panels after each spin.
Red Tiger has extended its swashbuckling line-up of ocean-going adventure games with Pirates’ Plenty MegaWays mechanic. Players are invited to join Lady Anne Wild and her crew as they chart a course for wins of up to 10,000x. Buccaneering symbols including the skull and crossbones, pirate hat, cannon, pistols, and a bottle of rum feature on the reels, while a high energy soundtrack completes the maritime theme.
BTG’S high-octane new game is the hallmark of a Cult Classic Slot. AVAILABLE EXCLUSIVELY UNTIL 21ST JULY VIA OGS, new from Big Time Gaming comes Wild Flower, the latest in a series of groundbreaking high-volatility slots with pulsating rock soundtracks. Wild Flower introduces the brand new Megascatter
Betsoft Gaming has launched its latest game Safari Sam 2. This 5 reel 50 pay line slot takes players to new levels of gaming exhilaration. The game is full of features, free spins and more. To enjoy these, join Sam on his savannah safari for a stack of winnings. Players can attack the SAFARI STACKS using a classic grid, with 3 identical symbols stacked on top of a reel, to pay out a three-of-a-kind prize. Matching symbols collapse while new symbols drop down to grant ever more chances to win. Stacks can keep occurring until there are no more triple vertical matches.
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Chess Set to Make Its Debut at Esports Nations Cup 2026
The Esports World Cup Foundation (EWCF) has revealed Chess as the newest addition to the 16 games that national teams and players will contest in the first Esports Nations Cup 2026 (ENC), scheduled to take place in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, from November 2 to 29, 2026. Chess at ENC 2026 will feature an unmatched number of participants, enabling emerging talents and lesser-represented nations to compete on a prominent platform as the historically important game evolves into a larger esport.
Here’s all you should be aware of regarding Chess at ENC 2026:
SCHEDULE AND FORMAT
● The Chess tournament at ENC will begin on November 2, 2026, and will conclude with the playoff final on November 8, 2026.
● The opening portion of the tournament will consist of 128 players competing in a round-robin group stage, featuring 16 groups of eight players.
● The top four players from each group will advance to the next stage.
● The second stage will consist of 64 players competing in a single-elimination playoff bracket.
● All group stage matches will be best-of-two. All Round of 64 and 32 matches will be best-of-two, while the quarterfinals and beyond will be best-of-four.
● Armageddon games will be used as tie-breakers.
● The event will be played in a Rapid 10+0 time control format.
RANKING SYSTEM AND QUALIFIER INFO
● 128 players representing their respective nation will compete in the Chess event at ENC 2026:
○ 64 players from 64 nations will be directly invited based on the official Champions Chess Tour (CCT) rankings
○ 56 players will qualify through regional qualifiers
○ 8 players will come from Wildcard slots
● The Esports Nations Cup will determine its direct invites via the official CCT rankings, limited to one player per nation. The Titled Tuesday Spring Split will be used as an additional tie-breaker should there not be 64 unique nations featured in the CCT rankings. The cut-off date for determining direct invites to ENC 2026 is May 26, 2026.
● Chess will feature two regional qualifiers in each region, taking place on June 6-7 and June 13-14. Each Qualifier will consist of two stages; a Swiss stage and a double-elimination stage, with four players from each qualifier making it to ENC, giving a total of eight players per region. Qualifiers will be operated by Chess.com, and hosted in each of the following regions:
○ North America (8 slots)
○ South America (8)
○ Africa (8)
○ Western Europe (8)
○ Eastern Europe (8)
○ Middle East + India + Central Asia (8)
○ East Asia + Southeast Asia + Oceania (8)
● Every nation can have up to two representatives at the event. Should a nation have a player directly invited through the rankings, only one more player from that nation can make it through the regional qualifier. Nations without a direct invite can still have two players qualify online.
CHESS AT THE ESPORTS WORLD CUP
Chess captured attention during its Esports World Cup debut in 2025, confirming the emergence of a new digital age for the oldest and most cherished games globally. Enthusiasts of esports and chess had never witnessed an event like this previously and remained enthralled as the thrilling action unfolded. The most successful competitors and top figures faced off in the playoffs, as the sport’s leading star Magnus Carlsen (Norway) secured the first Chess at EWC title for Team Liquid.
A total of 20 countries participated in the Chess main event and Last Chance Qualifier in Riyadh during EWC 2025.
“Playing for Gen.G at the Esports World Cup was a great experience for me. The energy there was amazing and unlike any chess tournament I’ve played before. It’s really exciting to see chess becoming part of the esports world and reaching so many new people. I’m looking forward to the Esports Nation Cup and can’t wait to start competing again.” said Arjun Erigaisi, who is currently India’s number 1 ranked chess player.
Sagar Shah, co-founder and CEO at ChessBase India said, “I am very excited that the Esports Nations Cup is happening for the first time this year! In 2024 when the Chess Olympiad happened, it was such an exciting time for Indian chess. I am sure there will be a similar level of excitement in the Indian community for the Esports Nations Cup as well since they will be rooting for the nation and our top Indian players! I am really looking forward to it.”
Grandmaster and prominent chess commentator, Tania Sachdev commented, “After the incredible success of chess at the Esports World Cup, bringing it into a nation based format adds a powerful layer. Playing for your flag brings pride, pressure, and passion and that’s what makes fans invest so deeply. Having been part of the Esports World Cup broadcast and experiencing its impact ring side I’m very excited to see this next chapter as the game cements its place as a perfect fit in the world of esports.”
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Volcano Power — Hold & Hit 3×3 from Spinomenal
Renowned iGaming content creator Spinomenal has launched its newest exciting venture, Volcano Power – Hold & Hit 3×3.
The 3×3 reels of Volcano Power – Hold & Hit 3×3 are enclosed in a glowing golden frame on a surface of lava, shimmering embers, and volcanic stones. From the initial spin, players are captivated by a powerful, exhilarating soundtrack that conjures the explosive energy of a volcanic eruption.
The Wild is symbolized by a Tiki Mask, which substitutes for all other symbols except for Bonus and Bonus Collect. In Volcano Power – Hold & Hit 3×3, there are two Special Bonus symbols in action: the Bonus shows up exclusively on reels one and three, whereas Bonus Collect is found solely on reel two.
The Bonus Game starts when Bonus symbols land on reels one and three with a Bonus Collect symbol on reel two. All the while, the symbols that triggered the feature remain fixed in position. Only Bonus and Bonus Collect icons can show up on the reels during the Bonus Game, commencing with three spins. Along with the potential to activate in-game jackpots, every spin presents an opportunity to earn multipliers of x1, x2, x5, x7, x10, and x15.
All Bonus Collect symbols accumulate the value of every Bonus symbol that appears, incorporating it into their ongoing total. The spin counter resets to three every time a new Bonus or Bonus Collect symbol appears. The round concludes after three consecutive losses or when the total prizes achieve the maximum x5000 multiplier.
While playing, in-game jackpot symbols such as Grand, Major, Minor, and Mini can appear and instantly grant the corresponding jackpot.
To accelerate access to the Bonus Game, the Bonus Blast Feature may occasionally trigger, spreading additional Bonus and Bonus Collect symbols over the reels.
Even when a Bonus Collect symbol doesn’t trigger the Bonus Game by appearing with one or more Bonus symbols, including in-game Jackpot symbols, it still gathers their values and directly adds them to the total win.
Spinomenal CO-CEO, Omer Henya commented: “Volcano Power – Hold & Hit 3×3 erupts onto the scene with explosive visuals, gripping gameplay, and massive win potential. We’ve designed a game that delivers heat from the first spin and keeps building toward fiery jackpots.”
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HIPTHER Announces Media Partnership with Nightrush Ahead of Prague Summit 2026
HIPTHER is proud to announce a new Media Partnership with Nightrush, officially launching alongside the highly anticipated HIPTHER Prague Summit 2026. The event will take place on 24–25 March 2026 at the OREA Hotel Andels Praha, bringing together leading voices from across Gaming and Technology.
Recognised as one of Europe’s premier boutique events for industry decision-makers, the Prague Summit unites professionals from iGaming, fintech, blockchain, AI, compliance, and digital innovation. Across two immersive days, attendees will engage in expert-led discussions, curated networking opportunities, and hands-on learning experiences designed to address the most pressing challenges and opportunities shaping regulated digital industries.
This new collaboration marks an important step in expanding industry dialogue and strengthening global connections within the iGaming ecosystem.
Strengthening Industry Connections Through Media Collaboration
Nightrush has rapidly established itself as a trusted media platform dedicated to connecting operators, providers, and players through in-depth content, expert reviews, industry news, and community-driven engagement. What began as a focused review platform has evolved into a dynamic hub that promotes collaboration, delivers practical insights, and supports responsible gambling initiatives across the wider iGaming landscape.
Under the leadership of Brand Manager Olesea Naidion, Nightrush continues to expand its influence within the global iGaming community. Olesea will also take the stage at Prague Summit 2026, sharing expertise on brand strategy, digital marketing, user acquisition, and long-term player loyalty.
Through this Media Partnership, HIPTHER and Nightrush will collaborate to amplify key industry conversations, increase visibility for thought leadership, and support meaningful engagement among stakeholders before, during, and beyond Prague Summit 2026.
Prague Summit 2026: Celebrating a Decade of Impact
Marking 10 years of impact across Gaming and Technology, the 2026 edition of the HIPTHER Prague Summit will feature its most ambitious programme to date. The event will host four dedicated stages, covering compliance, expert panels, strategic industry themes, and practical education through the HIPTHER Academy.
Attendees can expect:
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In-depth regulatory and compliance discussions
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Responsible Gaming and Player Safety sessions supported by international regulators
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High-level networking with operators, suppliers, innovators, and policymakers
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The prestigious GamingTECH CEE Awards 2026
Within this context, the partnership with Nightrush will play a key role in advancing knowledge sharing, fostering transparency, and supporting long-term growth across regulated digital industries.
A Shared Vision for the Future
HIPTHER and Nightrush are united by a shared vision: to build stronger connections across the iGaming community and enable collaboration that drives innovation, trust, and sustainable industry development.
The Media Partnership debuting at Prague Summit 2026 represents the start of a broader collaboration focused on year-round content creation, community engagement, and cross-industry dialogue—further strengthening the foundations of the global iGaming ecosystem.
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