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Introducing Viking Smash from Stakelogic
Developer’s latest Norse-themed video slot sees player go into battle with Wandering Wilds, Respins and Free Spins helping them in their quest
Stakelogic, the developer behind some of the biggest blockbuster slots this year, is taking players into battle with its latest Norse-themed game, Viking Smash.
The 5×3 reel, 243 payline slot is set against the backdrop of a fierce battle where Vikings wander across the reels in search of the enemy before turning Wild for some truly smashing wins. This exciting new slot has an additional and unusual plot twist, paying both ways – left to right and right to left.
These Walking Wilds land at each side of the reels and move from one side to the other for extra win combinations – each step they take triggers a Respin.
The Respins keep on coming until all of the Walking Wilds have exited the reels or the Free Spins bonus is triggered.
When the Wild symbols are next to each other or one position apart on the same row while Respins are active, the Wild symbols smash together and award Free Spins.
One pair of Wilds awards 10 Free Spins with four additional Free Spins for each extra pair.
During Free Spins, the Wild symbols may land anywhere on the reels and move one position, triggering Respins until they exit the reels on the opposite side to which they started.
Just as in the base game, when Wilds are next to each other or one position apart on the same row during Respins they smash together and award an addition four Free Spins.
Viking Smash also comes hooked up to Stakelogic’s innovative Super Stake feature which allows players to effectively place a side bet with each spin to be in with the chance of triggering a bonus.
In Viking Smash, this is Random Wilds – on a losing spin, two to six Wild symbols will appear on reels one and five to provide a second chance to land high value win combinations.
For players that really want to take the axe to their rivals and walk away with the largest haul, Viking Smash also offers the opportunity to Gamble and potentially multiply their winnings by x2 or x4.
Stephan van den Oetelaar, CEO of Stakelogic, said: “Norse themed slots are among the most popular in the markets where we make our games available, and with Viking Smash we aim to combine this thrilling theme with gameplay that is just as exhilarating.
“As players enter the battle, Wilds wander across the reels for even more win combinations and Respins trigger that can see them land incredible treasures. The team has done an excellent job with Viking Smash, and we look forward to seeing it sail into operator game lobbies.”
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The three Detroit casinos reported $112.5 million in monthly aggregate revenue (AGR) for the month of August 2024, of which $110.8 million was generated from table games and slots, and $1.7 million from retail sports betting.
The August market shares were:
• MGM, 48%
• MotorCity, 28%
• Hollywood Casino at Greektown, 24%
Monthly Table Games, Slot Revenue, and Taxes
The casinos’ revenue for table games and slots for the month of August 2024 increased 5.9% when compared to the same month last year. August’s monthly revenue was 4.2% higher when compared to the previous month, July 2024. From Jan. 1 through Aug. 31, the Detroit casinos’ table games and slots revenue increased by 0.9% compared to the same period last year.
The casinos’ monthly gaming revenue results all increased compared to August 2023:
• MGM, up 8.9% to $53.86 million
• MotorCity, up 0.1% to $30.76 million
• Hollywood Casino at Greektown, up 7.4% to $26.18 million
In August 2024, the three Detroit casinos paid $8.97 million in gaming taxes to the State of Michigan. They paid $8.47 million for the same month last year. The casinos also reported submitting $17.3 million in wagering taxes and development agreement payments to the City of Detroit in August.
Monthly Retail Sports Betting Revenue and Taxes
The three Detroit casinos reported $9.61 million in total retail sports betting handle, and total gross receipts were $1.7 million for the month of August. Retail sports betting qualified adjusted gross receipts (QAGR) were up by $1.4 million in August when compared to August 2023, and up by $2.1 million when compared to July 2024.
August QAGR by casino was:
• MGM: $521,529
• MotorCity: $930,952
• Hollywood Casino at Greektown: $241,045
During August, the casinos paid $64,015 in gaming taxes to the state and reported submitting $78,241 in wagering taxes to the City of Detroit based on their retail sports betting revenue.
Casino Club
Casino Club Online Launches Konami Gaming Real-Money Slots Across Five Argentine Provinces
Casino Club announced the launch of Konami Gaming Inc. online slots to all five Argentine provinces served by its official online platform: Casino Club Online. As the largest casino company in Argentina, Casino Club has long delivered proven Konami slots to its land-based gaming destinations. Today players can also enjoy Konami favorites like Cobra Hearts, Lion Festival Boosted Celebration, and Volcanic Rock Fire Twin Fever with convenient access by online device. These games and more are featured on Casino Club Online through Konami Gaming’s owned remote gaming server (RGS), with HTML5 delivery across smartphones, tablets, and desktop devices.
“The launch of Konami slots on Casino Club Online further propels our entertainment offering, giving players a comprehensive destination for digital real-money gaming. Whether playing online or in-person, our guests have access to Konami slots that are recognized and celebrated around the world,” said Federico Rutt, gaming manager at Casino Club Online.
Nearly a dozen Konami slots are now live on Casino Club Online, as part of the initial launch. Players in the provinces of Rio Negro, Chubut, Santa Cruz, La Pampa, and Misiones can enjoy real-money Konami slot gaming online through Casino Club’s dedicated digital casino. Additional Konami games are planned for future roll-out, including linked progressive jackpot games.
“We are excited to expand our longtime partnership with Casino Club through this successful launch to online patrons. Konami Gaming values the chance to serve Casino Club Online, and demonstrate ongoing commitment to introducing new and novel entertainment to this important online platform,” said Eduardo Aching, vice president of international gaming operations at Konami Gaming Inc.
BETBY, a leading sports betting provider, has unveiled an upgraded version of its Bet Builder feature, aimed at enhancing the experience for sports betting enthusiasts worldwide.
The Bet Builder from BETBY allows users to effortlessly combine various markets within the same match, enabling them to create unique, personalized bets based on their own analysis and preferences.
What distinguishes BETBY’s Bet Builder is its exceptional flexibility. The latest version enables players to choose not only classic markets and common statistics like corners and bookings, which are common across all betting platforms, but also markets that depend on extensive statistical data. These include a range of options from offsides and shots on target to throw-ins and total shots at goal.
This enhanced flexibility allows players to combine multiple Bet Builder selections within a single match, spanning 11 sports, including four disciplines from esports.
Sergey Tsukanov, Chief Product Officer at BETBY, commented: “This development reflects our dedication to providing our partners with the Sportsbook features they need to enhance their offerings. Our updated Bet Builder not only enhances the player experience but also creates new revenue opportunities for operators by attracting a wider audience. We are committed to continuous improvement and innovation to ensure a unique and profitable experience for our partners.”
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