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Week 23/2021 slot games releases
Here are this weeks latest slots releases!
Yggdrasil and ReelPlay have released the debut title from brand new studio Hot Rise Games, inviting players to join the brave legionaries and conquer Ancient Rome in the latest YG Masters feature packed release Legion – Hot 1 taking players on a collectable slot journey from a legionary’s peaceful life in the country to the battle for riches in the city.
Fantasma Games, the developer of slots beyond gambling, is taking players to a small Wild West town under attack where they will have to take on three raiders if they are to claim their share of the huge bounty up for grabs. The raiders have descended on the town hungry for revenge after their friend, Mr Joe Boneson, was bounty hunted for the sum of $50,000. The town’s people were incredulous at first, but the mysterious gunslinger that promised to deliver the criminal to justice was true to his word. By noon that same day, Boneson hung from the gallows and by the evening the townspeople had already tossed his corpse to the desert dogs. But then came the raiders, who ransacked the town so wildly their actions bordered on madness and not even the dead could sleep soundly that night.
GAMOMAT’s red hot new slot, Lava Lions, has erupted onto the market. Everyone will have a burning desire to leap into the scorching world of Lava Lions where volcanoes dominate the harsh landscape. Those players who love the heat have the chance to get Diamond Wilds, Volcano Scatters and the top-paying Lion symbol, which is stacked. The glistening Diamond Wild substitutes for all symbols except for Scatter and during the Free Games feature it will become stacked. Should three Volcano Scatters erupt onto the reels then 10 Free Games are awarded, if four erupt then its 25 Free Games. If five fiery Volcano Scatters explode onto the screen then players are handed a mighty impressive 100 Free Games. While in the Free Games feature the slot includes multiple chances to trigger additional rounds.
Evolution announced the launch of Gonzo’s Treasure Hunt is the search for hidden treasures in a giant wall of 70 stones. A stand-out feature in this latest version of Gonzo’s adventures is when the world-famous explorer ‘comes alive’ as an augmented reality virtual character and joins the live show hosts and players in the search. Another world first for the live casino market is the option to play and bet on Gonzo’s Treasure Hunt
Play’n GO released their latest slot adventure today featuring the hapless Charlie Chance, and this time he’s in even more trouble than before! Charlie Chance is a dynamic payways slot sequel to Charlie Chance in Hell to Pay. When a strange woman offers Charlie a chance to get rich, he can’t possibly say no, and now he’s stuck in hell battling the Devil herself. The game once again carries the unique retro theme and style of design that pioneered the modern age of animation, made popular by animators like Max Fleischer and seen in classic cartoons like Betty Boop and Popeye.
Playson has announced the release of its latest engaging slot, Hot Coins: Hold and Win. The 3×3 title incorporates timeless Hold and Win mechanics to give the gameplay an extra twist, with lucky Red Sevens acting as Wilds to substitute any of the other symbols, which appear as stunningly realistic fruits. Golden Coins are the headline act, appearing as Bonus symbols throughout the gameplay and triggering the Bonus Game when appearing in groups of three or more anywhere on the reels. At the start of that exciting round, players are granted three re-spins, which are reset every time a Golden Coin reappears.
Scientific Games Corporation has gone live with its flagship 2021 iGaming release Invaders Megaways platform from June 15. With a retro style that takes inspiration from the Company’s much-loved Invaders from the Planet Moolah slot, the attractive new game incorporates the popular Megaways
Yggdrasil, the leading worldwide publisher of online gambling content, is preparing to take a trip down under in TrueLab’s latest creation, Crazy Mix. Set in a flora-filled tropical environment, two vivid characters, Chuck and Aneka, act as Wilds on the reels, with Chuck also active to the side of the screen, encouraging players along the way. Chuck can trigger respins as well as collect fruit for the cocktail by throwing his boomerang across the grid. If Chuck lands on any reel, players are awarded with a respin, a fruit and get +1 to the progressive multiplier. Completing the cocktail of 4+ fruits will award five Cocktail Free Spins, where a combination of fruits defines the bonus features, while Jackfruits award extra spins.
Booongo, has released its glittering new Hold and Win creation, Hit the Gold. The 5×3, 25 payline slot sees players join a hardened prospector and embark on a classic mining adventure on the hunt for gold and diamond jewels. The prospector himself acts as a Wild, while three golden tunnel Scatter symbols trigger eight Free Spins, where all low-paying symbols are removed to provide a bigger win potential. Golden Nuggets act as bonus symbols, with six or more triggering Booongo’s legendary Hold and Win mode. Nuggets hold a cash value, while gems can also land on the reels and represent either a mini, minor or major Jackpot. Dynamite sticks act as a mystery symbol and has the potential to reveal itself as a jackpot at the end of the round. When the entire grid is filled with symbols, the Grand Jackpot of 2,000x will be awarded.
Kalamba Games has cooked up a unique take on two popular themes with Finnegan’s Formula. Fusing the perennial fan-favourite Irish theme with Steampunk vibes, Finnegan’s Formula takes players on a mysterious adventure throughout the titular character’s lab home as he brews magical vials of his secret elixir, which boost win potential. The K-Raise feature requires players to collect vials of formula to raise the columns for extra ways to win, while hitting an empty vial wins the cash on offer and resets the column. K-Cash challenges the player to hit those same vials to build up the K-Cash meter for a chance of winning a cash amount and raising the column height.
Fruity Beats, one of the most cheerful Spinmatic slot games, is back with extreme changes: the highest RTP of the industry! Just like its predecessor, Fruity Beats Xtreme has an attractive retro look: a vintage equaliser, disco-style music, an 80s colour palette, combined with the beloved elements of the original slots – sevens, bells, fruits and the BAR symbol. As a Standard Video Slot game with classic fruits blended with a retro equaliser theme, the features of this game are also very classic, such as 5 reels and 3 rows, 9+1 symbols, 25 fixed paylines, and the Expanding Random Wild.
Endorphina has just released its brand new Rooster Fury slot for all your players who love that fighting chance. Stars will fall from the sky just for your winners. This new slot encompasses a world of wrestling heroes who’ve always strived to reach their goals. Over time, they’ve learned to master their own fury and the martial arts to win countlessly and tirelessly – in an ultimate realm of wrestling entertainment for all. With such complexity, action, combat, and grandiose tournaments, Endorphina’s new 3-reel, 5-pay line slot will bring your players a full blast of emotions.
Have you met a charismatic Elvis Frog performing in Las Vegas? We’re sure, you have! The Elvis Frog in Vegas slot, released in May 2020, a true hit and favourite game for many players worldwide. BGaming is going to release a sequel of its most popular title! The slot called Aloha King Elvis! will be launched in July! This time the cute Elvis Frog will pack the luggage, leave noisy Las Vegas and go to Hawaii! Tropical islands are full of relaxing summer vibes, melodic guitar rhythms and breathtaking views.
Pragmatic Play, has released its street-party fiesta, Heart of Rio. The provider’s latest hit brings all the thrills of the world-famous carnival to life with exotic masks, colourful dancers and delectable drinks filling the reels along with shining collect symbols, while the lead dancer in the eye-catching red headdress acts as a Wild. The Money Collect feature is active in the base game with Disco Orb symbols containing random cash values on every spin. On the fifth reel, there is a chance one of five Collect symbols can land, either modifying the winnings or immediately collecting the values on screen. The Extra Credit Collect adds more value to the Symbols on show, while the Multiplier Collect applies to all Money Symbols present on the screen, increasing their value.
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State of the African Video Game Industry 2026: Xsolla Backs SpielFabrique’s Definitive Market Report
Xsolla today announced its support for State of the African Video Game Industry 2026, a comprehensive new report from SpielFabrique and researcher PhD Prince Oguguo that maps the size, structure, and growth dynamics of Africa’s fast-evolving games ecosystem. The study delivers data-driven insight into developer realities, market infrastructure, monetization trends and strategic recommendations for partners and investors.
Key findings at a glance
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Market size: Africa’s video games industry generated approximately $1.8 billion in revenue in 2024, driven predominantly by mobile gaming (≈90% of the market).
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Growth drivers: A young, mobile-first population, rising smartphone adoption and broader digital services are fueling above-average expansion across the continent.
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Structural challenges: Persistent pain points include payment friction, limited funding, uneven internet and platform infrastructure, and the lack of a unified continental market.
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Diverse ecosystems: The report stresses regional variation — with deep dives into Nigeria, South Africa, Kenya, Egypt, and Morocco — showing how local payment systems, regulation and culture shape monetization and discoverability.
Why this report matters
“Supporting research like this helps ground industry conversations in real data and lived developer experience,” said Ilayda Bayari, VP of Business Development, MEA + Southern Europe at Xsolla. The report equips publishers, platforms, investors and policy-makers with actionable intelligence to build more sustainable partnerships with African developers.
Focus areas and recommendations
SpielFabrique’s study examines three critical levers for growth:
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Payments & distribution: Local payment methods and mobile money are essential to improve conversion and lifetime value for African titles.
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Funding & infrastructure: Targeted investment and improved developer tools/platforms are needed to scale studios beyond domestic markets.
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Talent & esports: Clearer talent pathways, education programmes and esports ecosystems will strengthen local production and audience engagement.
Regional snapshots
The research highlights how national differences influence outcomes: strong indie scenes in Nigeria and Kenya, established studios and distribution channels in South Africa, and growing developer communities in North African markets such as Egypt and Morocco.
Launch and supporting activity
The State of the African Video Game Industry 2026 report became available on January 29, 2026, and was launched with a coordinated website feature, social media rollout and a post-launch community webinar to share insights and facilitate industry discussion.
Voices from the field
“After more than seven years working alongside African game makers and ecosystem builders, I’m proud to share this comprehensive overview of where the market stands today,” said Pr. Odile Limpach, Co-founder of SpielFabrique. The report aims to catalyze cooperation and make markets more visible — enabling partners to act on opportunities while appreciating local challenges.
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betting automation
Huddle Launches Upgraded Ice Hockey Odds Feed for 2026 Winter Olympics & NHL Coverage
Huddle, the premium odds-feed provider, today announced a major upgrade to its global ice hockey product ahead of the 2026 Winter Olympics. The release adds proprietary automation, broader market coverage and enhanced uptime—bringing sharper player-prop pricing and deeper pre-match and live micro-markets for operators worldwide.
Automated, adaptable trading for every competition
Huddle’s enhanced offering is powered by an adaptable trading model built to handle tournaments, league play and one-off matches. Operators accessing the product via Huddle’s Unified Odds Feed or through direct integration will gain reliable markets across top competitions including the NHL, Sweden’s SHL, and the Czech Extraliga. The update targets historical volatility in non-major leagues and simplifies trading across rule variations and local formats.
Deeper markets, better player-prop accuracy
The upgraded feed increases market depth for both pre-match and in-play action, with focused coverage on popular player-prop markets such as Player Goals, Points, and Next Goalscorer—plus a range of micro-markets that drive re-betting and longer player engagement. Improved automation reduces manual intervention, delivering faster, more accurate lines and higher uptime for operator platforms.
Engineered for uptime and regional coverage
Huddle reworked the underlying architecture to meet the demands of global distribution and local league nuances. The resilient framework gives operators confidence that regional competitions and live events are priced consistently—removing friction and reducing operational risk when covering the full ice hockey calendar.
Operator benefits: trust, revenue, and retention
By combining precise player props, expanded market coverage and robust uptime, Huddle’s ice hockey upgrade helps operators:
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Increase re-bet frequency and session length through granular micro-markets
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Improve conversion with reliable live pricing and reduced latency
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Expand product breadth across markets and regions without excessive engineering overhead
Leadership view
Francesco Borgosano, CEO at Huddle, said the Winter Olympics spotlight makes consistent coverage crucial: “We recognize that an NHL-centric approach isn’t enough… we’ve established a model that accounts for all variables to deliver the most premium, wide-ranging odds feed. From the gold medal game in Milan to a regular season match in the Extraliga, we’ve honed our product to be adaptable and profitable.”
Market context and next steps
The ice hockey upgrade follows Huddle’s recent distribution expansions for its NBA pricing feed, applying the same granular trading approach to hockey markets that are growing across Europe and the U.S. Operators can integrate via the Unified Odds Feed or direct API to unlock expanded ice hockey markets in time for Olympic and league-season demand.
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GoldenRace has signed a strategic distribution and integration deal with ISIBET Pro to accelerate the availability of premium Virtual Sports across the Italian online market.
The partnership connects GoldenRace’s award-winning portfolio to roughly 20 operators through a single technical bridge, instantly scaling reach and simplifying operator onboarding.
Fast scale, one integration
By integrating with ISIBET Pro’s platform, GoldenRace offers operators a turnkey route to deploy high-performance virtual betting content without multiple separate integrations. This “one integration, many operators” approach reduces time-to-market and technical overhead while giving operators immediate access to GoldenRace’s most popular titles.
A sportsbook-first virtual experience
ISIBET Pro selected GoldenRace to meet growing operator demand for “sportsbook-first” Virtual Sports—products engineered to mimic real sporting dynamics, deliver authentic betting markets, and drive sustained player engagement. GoldenRace’s portfolio emphasizes realism and playability, including:
- Virtual Football — the world’s most-played virtual football product
- Realistic Horse Racing — high-frequency, realistic race simulations
- Combat Sports — unique, fast-paced virtual fight content
Executive perspectives
“Our focus has always been to be where the players are, but doing so efficiently is what separates a good strategy from a great one,” said Martin Wachter, CEO & Founder of GoldenRace. “Italy is a core market for us, and by joining forces with ISIBET Pro, we ensure that our market-leading Virtual Sports are just a click away for a huge segment of the Italian online audience.”
Romano Biondi, CEO of ISIBET Pro, added: “Integrating GoldenRace into our platform allows our partners to offer a premier Virtual Sports experience that Italian players already know and trust. It’s about adding real value and reliable revenue drivers to the online vertical.”
Benefits for Italian operators and players
Operators on the ISIBET Pro network gain competitive advantages including:
- Immediate access to proven Virtual Sports content via one unified technical bridge
- Enhanced player engagement through sportsbook-style markets and realistic simulations
- Faster deployment and reduced integration costs, increasing potential revenue streams
Outlook
This strategic alliance strengthens GoldenRace’s footprint in a key European market and solidifies ISIBET Pro’s position as a platform provider focused on premium, sportsbook-first virtual content. For Italian operators seeking high-quality virtual product integrations and reliable revenue drivers, the GoldenRace–ISIBET Pro partnership delivers scale, speed, and proven player appeal.
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