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Yggdrasil enters the lion’s den in latest YG Masters title Savanna Roar

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October 21, 2021

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George Miller

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Yggdrasil, the leading worldwide publisher of online gambling content, invites the most daring and intrepid adventurers to the hot, dusty African plains to come face-to-face with ‘Big Game’ in the latest YG Masters hit, Savanna Roar, developed in partnership with Jelly.

Savanna Roar is a 5×4 slot with 1024 ways to win and is the first title from Jelly after penning the deal with Yggdrasil as part of the YG Masters program.

The game, set in the expanse of the African grassland, described as a ‘quest to be king of the savanna’, pays homage to each of Africa’s legendary ‘Big Five’ with its four randomly-triggering base game modifiers and the coveted Big Cat free spins bonus, and can award players with a max multiplier of 9,544x.

Leopards prowl the reels with awesome menace to increase the chances of winning big prizes by turning leopard symbols Wild on triggering ‘Wild Leopard Spotted!‘, with the fearsome sight of the ‘Rhino Stampede!’ across the reels, randomly transforming reel positions into Mystery Symbols, offering-up the potential for even more winning lines.

Landing ‘Buffalo Charge!‘ lets the mighty Buffalo roam across the reels and spread to adjacent positions, building the anticipation of greater rewards, while hitting the ‘Untamed Elephant!‘ sees the Elephant’s intimidating presence grow up to a colossal 3×3 symbol, proving it is the undisputed monarch of the reels.

The ‘Big Cat‘ Free Spins bonus can award players up to 25 free spins, and unleashes the ‘Wild Leopard Multiplier‘ to turn all leopard symbols wild and award multipliers of up to x3, and the ‘Savage Lion‘ to make Savanna Roar symbols wild, giving players the chance to land huge wins.

The game’s clear-cut mechanics ensure fun and engagement while the multiple features bring a sense of pure slot enjoyment, capturing the attention of those that prefer simplicity and smooth gameplay.

The game is developed through Yggdrasil’s state-of-the-art GATI technology enabling partners to employ the preconfigured, regulation-ready, standardised development toolkit to produce consistently cutting-edge content followed by rapid distribution.

Stuart McCarthy, Head of Partner Programs at Yggdrasil, said: “Savanna Roar brings slot gameplay back to basics, whilst remaining engaging, entertaining and full of win potential at all times. It is yet another creative addition to our YG Masters portfolio with a familiar theme, and is a good demonstration of what a young studio can achieve with the right industry understanding.

“With its aptly-named features, players can enjoy the differentiating aspects that the animals bring to the game.”

Victoria Newbolt, Marketing Lead at Jelly, said: “We’re overjoyed to release our first slot, Savanna Roar, as part of the YG Masters program.

“We share Yggdrasil’s vision to raise the bar of the quality, variety and entertainment of mobile gaming, and we believe that Savanna Roar is a strong start to our journey, and there’s plenty in next year’s roadmap that looks pretty tasty as-well!”

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When LATAM gambles: Blask reveals seasonality patterns across six countries

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February 12, 2026

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Wladimir P.

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Brazil, Argentina, Mexico, Chile, Peru and Colombia represent six distinct iGaming markets — each with its own regulatory framework, player base and cultural rhythms. Yet beneath these differences lie powerful shared drivers: domestic football seasons concluding in Q4, mandatory year-end bonuses injecting billions into local economies, and national holidays that stretch into multi-day celebrations.

Using Blask’s Seasonality feature, player activity across all six countries was analyzed to map engagement peaks by month, day and hour. While regional trends are visible, the execution varies sharply at the local level.

Here’s what the data reveals.

Brazil: The Q4 Convergence Effect

In Brazil, November and December form a clear peak driven by three converging factors.

The Brasileirão season concludes in early December, with title races and relegation battles intensifying betting activity. At the same time, the Copa Libertadores semifinals and final fall in October and November — and Brazilian clubs’ recent dominance has kept engagement high.

The economic boost comes from the décimo terceiro, Brazil’s mandatory 13th salary paid in two instalments by November 30 and December 20. In 2024 alone, it injected R$321 billion into the economy, increasing disposable income during football’s decisive phase.

Saturday edges out Sunday as the top-performing day, reflecting the league’s fixture concentration. Weekends dominate overall, with a pronounced spike between 1 AM and 5 AM on Friday-to-Saturday nights — a sign that late-night casino sessions complement live sports betting.

Argentina: Aguinaldo and League Finals

December leads the calendar in Argentina, driven by the Liga Profesional’s mid-December conclusion and the aguinaldo, the country’s mandatory 13th salary paid by June 30 and December 18.

Sunday ranks highest for engagement, closely followed by Saturday, aligning with concentrated weekend fixtures. The peak activity window — midnight to 3 AM on Saturday-to-Sunday nights — reflects pre-match anticipation and late-night casino play following the workweek.

The pattern closely mirrors Brazil’s Q4 surge, but with a stronger Sunday bias.

Mexico: Liguilla and Late-Night Culture

December again stands out, coinciding with the Liga MX Apertura playoffs (Liguilla) and the championship final in mid-December. The aguinaldo — at least 15 days’ salary, paid by December 20 — provides additional liquidity at the same time.

Sunday leads weekly activity, with Saturday close behind. However, Mexico’s most distinctive feature is its consistent 2–3 AM activity peak across all days, amplified on weekends.

This pattern suggests a strong late-night gambling culture, where casino verticals such as slots, crash games and live dealer experiences drive engagement alongside sports betting.

Chile: September Over December

Unlike its regional peers, Chile’s biggest month is September — not December.

The surge is powered by Fiestas Patrias (September 18–19), the country’s most significant national celebration. When calendar alignment allows, festivities can stretch into a full week, with fondas, music and social gatherings creating a nationwide party atmosphere that extends into online gambling.

Saturday is the dominant day, with activity elevated throughout. Peaks occur around midnight on Friday-to-Saturday nights and again during Saturday afternoon (3–5 PM), indicating a blend of late-night casino play and daytime sports betting.

Peru: The Purple Month Effect

October and November represent Peru’s peak period, with November slightly ahead.

The Clausura tournament reaches its decisive stretch in early November, while October is dominated by Señor de los Milagros — the country’s largest religious festival. Celebrations extend into All Saints’ Day (November 1) and Day of the Dead (November 2), creating a sustained festive period.

Unlike Brazil and Mexico, Peru’s engagement is concentrated during daytime weekend hours, particularly morning and afternoon. This suggests a stronger alignment with live Liga 1 fixtures rather than late-night casino sessions.

Colombia: Primetime Precision

In Colombia, November leads, with October close behind.

The Torneo Finalización enters its cuadrangulares (semifinal group stage) during this period, building toward a December final. Anticipation around the prima de servicios — a mandatory half-month salary bonus due by December 20 — also supports late-year liquidity.

Sunday is the clear weekly leader, with evening primetime activity standing out. Engagement closely mirrors Liga BetPlay broadcast schedules, indicating sports betting is the primary driver rather than late-night casino behaviour.

The Bigger Picture: Regional Liquidity, Local Execution

Across LATAM, the Q4 bonus cycle — décimo terceiro, aguinaldo, prima de servicios and similar payouts — represents a predictable liquidity event spanning six major markets within an eight-week window. Crucially, it coincides with domestic football seasons reaching their climax.

However, peak timing differs significantly:

Mexico’s engagement spikes at 2 AM, while Peru’s is daytime-focused.
September outperforms December in Chile.
Colombia revolves around Sunday primetime broadcasts.
Brazil peaks on Saturday nights.

The takeaway is clear: while seasonality patterns are regional, execution must be hyper-local. Campaigns, product pushes and marketing spend need to align not just with the right month — but the right day and even the right hour in each individual market.

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