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Week 38/2021 slot games releases

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September 24, 2021

George Miller

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Here are this weeks latest slots releases!

Belatra Games, the specialist online slots developer, is feline fine following its new slot release, Lucie’s Cats. This 5×3 game invites players into Lucie’s lovely home where four mischievous cats are causing havoc with balls of thread, fish and food. Wild symbols can appear on reels 2,3 or 4 and will either double or triple the winning line total. And if numerous Wild symbols form part of the winning combination, the multipliers are added together to enhance totals.

Yggdrasil and YG Masters partner Peter & Sons have embarked on a fearsome quest in search of giant wins in new release Hammer of Gods. The high volatility, 729 ways to win hit combines Wilds, Special Wilds, Multipliers and more as Viking hordes search for hidden riches. On each spin, some positions are highlighted randomly, with a multiplier attached. This can be up to 4x, leading to big wins in base play. Special Wilds can land on the reels, filling up a space on a floating shield. If all three spots are filled, a re-spin is triggered with the three Wilds landing on the reels. The collector resets after their release.

Evoplay has wound back the clock on another nostalgia-inducing, fruit-inspired playing experience, titled Fruit Disco. Fruit Disco is not just your average fruity themed adventure, but a vivid explosion of colour utilizing a unique Dance Pattern feature, and Sticky Wilds to trigger it. When a Sticky Wild forms a winning cluster, it stands still and creates the Dance Pattern on the cells that surround it, which will transport fortunate players to the enticing, more up-beat dance floor that features dynamic music and the potential for clusters of colossal proportions!

iSoftBet, has unveiled its fearsome new Apex Predator series with the king of the beasts, Tyrant King Megaways features such as cascading wins and increasing multipliers, as well as an innovative Tyrant King Respins mode, which is triggered when wilds land on each of the middle four reels. This awards three respins on reels 2 to 5, with only wilds in play, not including the top tracker, and wilds remain sticky for the length of the respins.

Greentube, has introduced its exciting new slot Cash Connection, an action-packed re-imagining of the ever-popular player favourite. In this combination of the Cash Connection brand, players are dressed head to toe in khaki outfits as they embark on an unforgettable journey to the pyramids in search of ancient treasures, across a 5×3 reel set. To be in with a chance of landing a Mini, Minor, Major or Grand jackpot, players are challenged to first collect six or more Coin symbols on the reels, triggering the Lock & Spin feature.

Relax Gaming, the igaming aggregator and supplier of unique content is offering players the chance to go raiding for wins in its latest slot, Volatile Vikings. A feature-loaded 6×5 adventure on the high seas, play takes place in two harsh environments: an icy setting for the base game, while the bonus game plays out amid broiling fires – both accompanied by an epic, theatrical soundtrack. The Multiplier Reveal feature occurs throughout the entire game, as do cascades, increasing the wins as the player spins in search of the Free Spins round, which is triggered by landing three Bonus symbols. Six free spins are awarded, and every additional bonus symbol grants an extra spin.

A brand new game titled Book of Oil was just released by Endorphina, a prominent and trendy online slots provider. You can look forward to diving into a world where oil rivers shimmer like gold under the sun, while derricks fuel this new game with strong luck! Released in this golden time of year, Book of Oil is designed to put you into a world filled with endless wealth from classy Oil Tycoons. Within this slot, you’ll find 10 lines, 5 reels and 3 rows, bridging timeless mechanics with black-and-gold perfection. In addition, a Bonus Pop feature is available.

Stakelogic and Hurricane Games are taking players to the hot and dusty climes of Ancient Egypt in their latest release, 9 Pyramids of Fortune. In the base game, symbols tumble onto the 5×3 reel matrix with 25 fixed paylines active. If a win lands, the winning symbols are destroyed and new symbols fall into their place to create even more win combinations for the player. These are known as Avalanches; landing Avalanche Wins one after the other increases the Avalanche Multiplier up to a maximum of x5 in the base game. The Avalanche Multiplier is awarded to all winning combinations in that Avalanche.

Fans of ’80s horror films are in for a treat (or maybe a trick) with Play’n GO’s Halloween-inspired game, The Wild Class. It’s the class of ’83, three senior undergrads, Jess, Mike, and Chris, are in their final year. But these aren’t your typical university students. The game is set on a haunted amusement park backdrop with the full moon ever-present. Jess, Mike, and Chris appear on the grid. If you think back to movies such as Teen Wolf, these characters take on the classic aesthetic of senior undergrad students in the ’80s: the cheerleader, the football captain, and the bookish student.

Pragmatic Play, a leading content provider to the iGaming industry, invites players to embark on a journey into the clouds in search of the ethereal princess in latest release, Starlight Princess. Tasked with meeting the Princess in her hidden castle, the release provides players with a highly-volatile experience and a ‘Pay Anywhere’ system that pays out on clusters of eight or more. Adding tumbling wins and multipliers into the mix ensures that chaos will follow, increasing the potential for huge wins. Green, blue, pink and orange winged multiplier symbols range from 2x all the way up to 500x the player’s stake and operate alongside a Tumble mechanic that removes winning combinations from the reels and replaces them with new symbols, leading to even more wins.

Playson has added some pageantry to its portfolio of classic slots with the release of 5 Fortunator. The latest blockbuster title is the first in an exciting new gems-style series that Playson has tested out and is now introducing to players. 5 Fortunator includes a Wild symbol which appears as a sparkling crown. This can then expand on the whole reel to increase the chances of getting a winning combination. Additional key features include Gold and Diamond Scatters which, when combined with the iconic red seven, offer the highest pay-outs. The red seven is one of the highest paying symbols in the game, alongside the golden bells.

Booongo, has expanded its Hold and Win range with the release of Tiger Jungle, which incorporates a new Collection symbol that significantly increases the win potential. During the Hold and Win Bonus round, the appearance of the new Collection symbol sums up all values of existing symbols and pays out the total for bigger wins. The 3×5, 25 payline slot is packed with features, with a Tiger acting as a Wild in base play while ancient temples are Scatters, with a Lotus flower being a Bonus symbol.

Lucksome, the games studio powered by leading developer Blueprint Gaming, has unveiled its latest game Loki: Lord of Mischief that features a new Super Lux Reels feature. Within Lux Reels, which is activated when six or more Money Scatter symbols land on the reels, Loki continues with his cheeky demeanour and drops significant cash values for players to claim.

Kalamba Games has released its latest hit Jewels of Jupiter, a feature-packed title set in the opulence of ancient Rome. The lavishly designed ode to one of history’s most fascinating periods plays out against a backdrop of classical, grand Roman statues and glittering gold while the unique, descending reel layout offers win potential of over 2,800x the bet. The game re-introduces the classic and much-loved missions mechanic, with four levels of saveable assignments for players to explore and enjoy, from Bronze to Platinum, ramping up engagement to new levels.

Microgaming has united with Fortune Factory Studios to present the next instalment in its Jurassic World slot series with the brand-new licensed slot, Jurassic World: Raptor Riches. Players can join Owen Grady and Claire Dearing as they journey back to the abandoned island of Isla Nublar to rescue the beloved raptor, ‘Blue’, and preserve the last genetically resurrected dinosaurs of Jurassic World’s Fallen Kingdom. Featuring Walking Wild Respins, this enhanced slot feature is triggered when the stacked Indoraptor wild symbol lands in any position on the reels. Nudging to fill the reel, the Indoraptor wild walks across the reels one at a time, awarding up to five free respins with increasing multiplier.

2026 Bacta Awards

Honouring excellence: Bacta Awards for standout contributors

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43 minutes ago

January 30, 2026

Wladimir P.

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Bacta utilized the platform offered by its premier EAG Expo to recognize three industry members who have excelled in their responsibilities. The 2026 Bacta Awards were awarded to Alan Claypole from Blueprint Operations (Supply Chain Champion), Alan Walker from Clacton Pier (Seaside Hero), and James Sturgess from Luxury Leisure (Community Champion).

Elaborating on the Awards initiative, Bacta President Joseph Cullis stated: “Our sector has numerous committed individuals who endlessly exert effort, making significant contributions to both Bacta and the wider community.

“The Bacta Awards honour individuals who have excelled, whether through outstanding community engagement or significant contributions to the industry. They also showcase the standards and values that define Bacta membership, including a commitment to professionalism and to operating in an ethical, sustainable, responsible, and transparent manner.”

“I was delighted that we could utilise EAG, which is the biggest annual concentration of Bacta members to recognise and celebrate the work of Alan Claypole, Alan Walker and James Sturgess – all extremely worthy recipients.

It was a great honour to welcome our Bacta Award Winners and to honour them in front of their peers.”

James Sturgess – Community Champion: James Sturgess, Regional Operations Director at Luxury Leisure which operate Admiral in the UK, has been at the forefront of the company’s partnership with the British Heart Foundation (BHF) to install a potentially life-saving defibrillator in every one of their AGC venues. Every year in the UK around 40,000 people suffer an out of hospital cardiac arrest, but less than one in ten survive. Immediate CPR and defibrillation can double a person’s chances of surviving a cardiac arrest. The partnership between Luxury Leisure and the BHF will mean that life-saving defibrillators are readily available if a customer, or someone in the community suffers a cardiac arrest. Thanks to the generosity of Admiral customers and colleagues the partnership has raised an incredible £500,000 for the British Heart Foundation, providing essential support for thousands of people in communities across the country.

Alan Walker – Seaside Hero: Alan Walker recently celebrated his 80th birthday, and has spent half a century in the amusement industry including more than a decade working at Clacton Pier. Alan is the pier’s head of coin operation services and works with colleagues some of whom are 60 years his junior. Alan spent nine years in the Army before he took up a post as a service engineer at Music Hire Group in his native North East. From there he progressed into management with the firm. He moved on to join the Noble Organisation – both in the North East and Blackpool – before taking up a role running amusements for the resorts division of First Leisure. His next job was with Family Leisure in London, and he has worked with Connaught Leisure, J Holland and Sons before joining Billy and Elliot Ball at Clacton Pier. Alan said that he was very proud to have received the award from Bacta. Reflecting on the award he said: “I was shocked to be honest, but it is nice to be honoured in that way for something you love doing.”

Alan Claypole – Supply Chain Champion: The Blueprint Operations Director of Technical and Product Development has a distinguished history of overseeing the Bacta Standards and leading on Bacta’s engagement with the Gambling Commission on the critical issue relating to the review of Technical Standards. Alan has an encyclopaedic knowledge of the technology that delivers gambling entertainment and shares his knowledge and insight for the betterment of the industry and for Bacta member businesses. Bacta President Joseph Cullis said: “Alan brings the level of expertise that any amount of money simply could not buy. He leads on technical discussions for Bacta and is able to draw on an unbelievable depth of knowledge. It is absolutely essential that manufacturers are aligned and the work undertaken by Alan on behalf of Bacta has a significant impact on both manufacturers and operators.”

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Anne Marie Caulfield CEO of the Gambling Regulatory Authority of Ireland

GRAI: Problem gambling higher among those exposed to gambling as children

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43 minutes ago

January 30, 2026

Wladimir P.

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Research by the ESRI’s Behavioural Research Unit, commissioned by the Gambling Regulatory Authority of Ireland, indicates that problem gambling is significantly more prevalent among individuals who were exposed to gambling during childhood. The research revealed that the prevalence of problem gambling is notably greater in individuals who gambled during childhood, had parents who engaged in gambling, or whose parents viewed gambling favorably.

‘Problem gambling’ refers to a situation where an individual’s gambling interferes with and harms their life, leading to adverse effects on finances, health, and social relationships.

The study collected anonymous online feedback from a representative sample of over 1,600 adults. The researchers examined present gambling habits in relation to childhood experiences while accounting for social background.

The information showed a significant connection. Children who engaged in gambling were nearly twice as prone to experience issues with gambling later in life. Having a gambling parent raised the risk of problem gambling by one third, and parental views on gambling similarly influenced this risk.

People who both gambled as children and had a parent who gambled a lot were four times more likely to suffer from problem gambling.

The majority of the sample had engaged in at least some form of gambling when under 18 years old. The most common forms were slot machines, scratch cards, horse or dog betting, gambling amongst friends, bingo and lotteries.

Anne Marie Caulfield, CEO of the Gambling Regulatory Authority of Ireland, said, “This research provides clear evidence of the long-term potential harms resulting from childhood exposure to gambling. It reinforces the importance of a well-regulated gambling sector that protects children and those vulnerable to gambling harm. It also points to the need for awareness and education among our young people, their parents, and guardians on gambling related harms.”

To coincide with the release of this report, the GRAI have published advice for parents on how best to approach the topic of gambling and associated dangers with their children on our website. This advice was developed in collaboration with the HSE Addiction Services and provides a useful tool for parents.”

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Aviator

The half time hero: Why crash games are the ultimate cross-sell tool for sportsbooks

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January 30, 2026

GamingAmericas.com

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As player acquisition costs soar, the “bridge” between sports and casino has never been more critical. Giorgi Tsutskiridze, CCO at SPRIBE, explores why crash mechanics resonate with the sports bettor’s unique psychology, and how it’s turning downtime into a primary revenue driver.

Sports betting is inherently bursty, with the largest volume of activity and wagers coming while the sporting action takes place.

This is certainly the case since the rise of in-play betting and cashout. But this means operators are leaving millions of dollars of GGR on the table during half time, injury stops and the gaps between fixtures, especially during the off season.

Some have looked to expand their offering beyond core sports betting to help recover some of this lost GGR through virtuals, table games and even sports-themed slots.

In most cases, these games just don’t hit the mark with sports bettors. Standard slots, for example, are too noisy and complex for your average punter, as they prefer quick, skill-adjacent and transparent outcomes.

But this is where crash games such as Aviator come in. They are the perfect middle ground with a format that feels like a bet put plays more like an instant win.

Tapping into the psychology of hybrid players:

The transition from a sportsbook to a traditional casino lobby can often feel like a culture shock for the bettor.

Where sports betting is rooted in analysis and timing, traditional slots can feel like a passive exercise in luck. Aviator solves this friction by speaking the sports bettor’s native psychological language.

Here’s how…

The multiplier mindset: quantifiable risk v reward

For a sports bettor, value is everything. They’re conditioned to look at odds and weigh the probability of an outcome against the potential return. Aviator’s central mechanic, an increasing curve with a visible multiplier, mimics this “price action”.

Unlike a slot machine where the math is hidden behind spinning reels, Aviator displays the risk/reward in real-time. The player isn’t just gambling, they’re monitoring a market that’s moving in their favour, much like watching the odds shift in a live tennis match.

The cash out continuity

The most significant psychological bridge is the cash out functionality. In modern sports betting, the ability to settle a bet early to lock in profit or mitigate loss is a standard expectation.

Aviator takes this specific sports betting mechanic and makes it the core gameplay loop. The tension of deciding whether to hold for a higher Multiplier or exit to secure the win is identical to the adrenaline spike of an in-play football wager.

This familiarity reduces the cognitive load required to try a new game, leading to higher conversion rates from the sportsbook tab.

Passive luck v active agency (the skill component)

With traditional slots, the player hits a button to spin and then just waits to see if they win or not. Sports bettors, however, generally view themselves as participants whose knowledge or “gut” influences the outcome.

Crash games like Aviator grant the player agency. Even though the underlying math is RNG-based, the player feels in total control of the exit point. This sense of active participation satisfies the bettor’s desire for skill-based entertainment.

They aren’t just waiting for a win to be handed to them, they’re actively claiming it through a timely decision.

Fitting into the 15 minute window:

Half time is where GGR goes to die but because crash games have such short loops – with Aviator, a game round is typically between 8 seconds and 12 seconds – and are designed for the scroll and swipe behaviour of mobile users, they fill that time perfectly.

For example, Aviator now generates more than 400,000 bets per minute on average and we often see spikes during the half time of major sporting events.

Social proof as a retention lever:

Betting is highly social, but casino is often solitary, and this is a key reason why so few sports bettors engage with slots and table games.

Sports betting thrives against a social background, with punters talking about their bets at the pub, in the bookies, on social media, etc.

Aviator provides this social engagement via the chat function, as well as things like real-time leaderboards and the Rain Promo feature, where they can share bonuses with other players in the chat.

This actually keeps players engaged with the game and active in the chat, even when the match they are watching resumes after half time.

Strategic integration and a high ROI:

In 2026, seamlessness is the only KPI that matters.

Aviator’s lightweight UI, which is key for the success it has generated in emerging markets where limited infrastructure and high data costs to consumers cause challenges for “heavier games”, ensure there’s no loading bar friction as the player moves from the sportsbook into the Aviator lobby.

And when it comes to ROI, Aviator is in a league of its own – when given a full and proper launch, operators can see an immediate GGR uplift of 10%.

Crash games aren’t just another format for players to engage with – they are a strategic bridge that allows bettors to cross into the casino lobby through gameplay that genuinely taps into their psyche and delivers the experiences they enjoy.

And this is why operators that fail to integrate crash games like Aviator into their sports betting journey are leaving double-digit revenue growth on the table.

Author: Giorgi Tsutskiridze, CCO at SPRIBE

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