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Week 47/2022 slot games releases
Here are this weeks latest slots releases compiled by European Gaming!
Yggdrasil, and Peter & Sons are sending brave adventurers into the dreary dungeons of Mount Argol in the duo’s latest release Dungeon Tower MultiMax™. The high volatility 5×5 slot tells the story of a once forgotten tower filled with creatures that guard hidden treasures of a once great King.
New from Iron Dog Studio comes Boom Time, a medium-high volatility slot that offers an alternative reel layout and comes packed with an explosive array of Wilds, plus a few more surprises. Boom Time is a classic heist caper that challenges players to blow open the bank’s safe with the help of a trio of dastardly robbers.
Amusnet Interactive team welcomes you to explore the fascinating world of the Aztec Empire. Spin yourself back in time to a land full of magnificent treasure and riches. This 5-reel, 25-fixed paylines video slot offers storytelling gameplay and epic sound effects with tremendous payouts.
Gamzix, a young igaming development studio, has launched a sweet slot – Bonanza Donut. Coffee and donuts aren’t just a perfect breakfast for a sweet tooth. It is an amazing way to diversify gaming choices. Especially with such rich features. During the game a player can add on the plate Free Spins, Bonus Game and Hot Bet, which make every round exciting.
Pragmatic Play brings added thrills to the classic board game in Snakes & Ladders Snake Eyes™. This sequel to the hit game Snakes & Ladders Megadice™ is played across 5×3 reels and features returning popular symbols like bananas, gorillas and snakes. These are joined by a wild multiplier depicted as a dice, which substitutes all symbols in game except the scatter.
Celebrating the World Cup 2022, Inspired Entertainment, Inc. brings players the beautiful game as an online and mobile slot. Big Football Bonus™ is a football / soccer-themed game with a reel configuration of 6×4 and 50 win-lines. Set in a packed stadium brimming with atmosphere, Big Football Bonus features the top performing, Big Bonus™ mechanic with a football twist.
Habanero invites players to enjoy its latest party-themed slot, Soju Bomb, which mimics the joys and thrills of nightlife at some of Korea’s hottest clubs. As part of the Year of the Tiger, Habanero has dedicated itself to launching some outstanding Asian-themed titles that provide a truly unique experience for players the world over.
Nolimit City is still feeling the bizarre effects of their most recent release, Serial. Now, they’re gearing up to release yet another unique slot experience, as they voyage deep into the darkest alleyways and shadiest streets. The game provider has had its fair share of eccentric releases this year, with hit slots such as Road Rage and The Rave making waves over the summer, and they’ve taken it up a notch with their latest release, Rock Bottom!
Greentube, is inviting players to experience a quacking adventure in its latest magical release Diamond Tales™: The Ugly Duckling. The five-reel slot with 40 win lines, created in collaboration with Intellectual Property owner RoyalCasino Denmark, is based around the famous fairy tale written by Hans Christian Andersen.
Endorphina’s Crystal Skull is a 3-row, 5-reel, 25-payline slot. Among the symbols on the reels, players can find a crystal skull that acts as a Wild. The Wild substitutes for all symbols except for the Bonus. It appears on reels 2, 3, and 4 and expands vertically to complete combinations. The Wild completes combinations with the Scatter and doesn’t expand in these combinations substituting for only one Scatter per reel. Scatter symbols count on any position on the reels.
Tom Horn Gaming, brightens up rainy November days with action and excitement in its latest fruit game release Rot Stormo. Raging lightning, careless fruit symbols, and sizzling hot wins, and the potential to maximise winnings in the buy feature make Rot Stormo an appealing game not only to those who fall easily for classic fruit slots.
Lady Luck Games has announced the release of its newest title SpinJoy Society Megaways™. A reboot of its first-ever release, SpinJoy Society Megaways™ features six reels, each varying in size between 2 and 7 symbols. Big prizes are on offer thanks to the Megaways mechanic which can see a maximum of 117,649 paylines come into play.
Relax Gaming, is inviting players to sow the seeds of big wins in its farming-themed slot Wild Yield. In this 5×5 high-volatility cascading slot, a day’s work in the field is made a lot easier with wilds sprouting from the ground and players in with a chance to win 50,000x their bet.
Players are invited on a wild night out with Santa and Rudolph in Saint Nicked™, the latest slot release from Lucksome. The festive legends decide to go a bar rather than carry out their jolly duties this year. Can they avoid a misdemeanour while shirking their Christmas responsibilities? This 5×3 slot comes with 243 ways to win in the base game and can be expanded to a 5×5 grid in Free Games, with up to 3125 ways.
Push Gaming has announced the network-wide release of Retro Tapes which reintroduces its innovative mechanic Cluster Link™. Set across 6×9 reels this cluster paying slot has symbols depicting various coloured cassettes that must form adjacent clusters of five or more to trigger a win. These winning symbols are then removed from play with new ones tumbling from the top of the gameboard creating additional opportunities for winning clusters to be made.
Wizard Games has released a classic title with a twist in its latest launch, Joker Diamond. The five-reel slot features classic symbols from the traditional fruit machine era, such as Lucky 7s, Bells, and Bars while a Joker character acts as a wild across the reels. Above every reel, a random bonus awaits, be it Collect Pots, Free Spins or Cash Prizes.
Spinomenal, the leading iGaming content provider, has netted another winning slot with the release of Book of Champions – World Glory. The game is part of the Champions Series and is accessible within the Spinomenal Universe. Before the base game kicks-off, players must slide into the manager’s seat to pick one of five different teams in a bid for glory on the reels.
Adventure into Play’n GO’s newest release in their legendary Arthurian series, Clash of Camelot. Players will join King Arthur in a quest to wrestle his rightful throne back from the malicious Mordred, who leapt at the opportunity to steal it while the King was searching for the Diamonds of the Realm in the series’ previous chapter.
Spinomenal, is celebrating Black Friday with the release of its exciting new game, Book of Piggy Bank – Riches. The game sits within the Classics series which exists within the Spinomenal Universe. No one likes to save money, but everyone loves to break piggy banks! Spinomenal’s brand new game is a 6×3 reel design with 10 pay lines that gives players the opportunity to raid the Piggy’s bank of riches!
Pragmatic Play, is awarding players Christmas multipliers in the latest slot release Santa’s Great Gifts™. Set across 6×5 reels, the title has symbols depicting various Christmas staples including baubles, candy canes, snow globes and more. At least eight matching symbols need to be landed anywhere on the game board to trigger a win.
Wazdan, combines a crisp aesthetic with an electrifying array of bonus features in its brand-new release, Burning Sun™. Returning with yet another exciting addition to the renowned Hold the Jackpot collection, Burning Sun™ also incorporates the supplier’s recently launched Sticky to Infinity™ feature, designed to drive player engagement and amplify partners’ results.
ReelPlay partner Boomerang has teamed up with Yggdrasil to bring players their sweetest slot to date in Fruit Gemz Splitz™. The five-reel slot can see paylines expand to up to a total of 19,773 as Splitz symbols land, splitting into up to four symbols, while Wilds, Cash Coins, and Collect symbols can also land at any given moment. Boasting a retro feel, shiny fruits fill the reels, with an upper reel adding an extra symbol onto the middle three columns.
Dear Santa. Please can I have lots of big wins this Christmas? If that’s at the top of your wish list, then you’ll want to unwrap Santa Express, Stakelogic’s fun-filled festive bonanza now available for operators to add to their slot game stockings. Santa Express takes players to a winter wonderland like no other. The 5×4 reel game is set against a snowy backdrop with 20 active win lines available and a max win potential of 20,000x the player’s bet.
The temperature may be dropping as we enter the winter months in Europe, but things are about to heat up at all online casinos that feature Swintt slots as the sought-after software studio prepares to unveil a sizzling new addition to its Select line-up in Path of Dragons. A five-reel, 20-payline slot, Path of Dragons sees players ascend to the peaks of a mystical mountain where three of these magical fire-breathing beasts reside.
Red Tiger has launched In the Rabbit Hole, where players can explore a magical world of ample surprises and never-ending mystery. The game could not get any more intriguing as the multi-layer Bonus Round invites players to encounter phenomenal features through Free Spins. Once the player falls through the vortex from reality to fantasy, they arrive at a world of wonders, scattered with books of spells, magic carrots, mystical pocket watches, musical top hats and enchanted cups of tea.
AvatarUX has turned the volume up to 11 in its latest slot release, HipHopPop™. The 5×3, pays both ways title incorporates the iconic PopWins™ mechanic, which sees any winning symbol pop and have two more fill it space, quickly enhancing both paylines and win potential.
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eSports
Esports Awards 2026 Returns for Global Honors
The Esports Awards is set to return in 2026, bringing together the global esports community for its annual celebration of excellence.
Scheduled to take place in North America later this year, the awards will honor the top players, teams, creators, and innovators who defined the past year in competitive gaming. Exact dates and venues will be revealed in the coming months.
Last year marked a major milestone for the Esports Awards, celebrating 10 years of esports achievements at the HyperX Arena in Las Vegas. The ceremony recognized industry icons such as Mathieu “Zywoo” Herbaut, iShowSpeed, and Animesh “Thug” Agarwal, while inducting six new members into the Lifetime Achievement in Esports: Class of 2025. Earlier in 2025, the Esports Awards hosted the one-off Decade Awards, which drew a global audience of 36.25 million live viewers.
For the 2026 edition, fan-favorite categories such as Esports Game of the Year, Esports Personality of the Year, Streamer of the Year, and Esports Team of the Year will return, giving fans a direct voice in recognizing the standout moments and figures in esports over the past year. Winners will be determined through a combination of community voting and input from the Esports Awards Panel, which includes seasoned industry veterans, broadcasters, creators, and professional players, ensuring both credibility and integrity.
In addition to the main ceremony, the Esports Awards Golf Invitational will make a comeback, offering a day of networking and friendly competition for industry leaders, creators, and esports competitors ahead of the awards.
Michael Ashford, CEO of the Esports Awards, said: “The Esports Awards continues to shine a spotlight on the very best in esports and gaming, and we’re pleased to return for 2026. Following the success of the Decade Awards and our 10th anniversary celebrations, we look forward to recognizing the individuals, teams, and moments that defined the past year in esports.”
Fans are encouraged to follow the Esports Awards’ official X account for updates on venues, dates, nominees, and voting.
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Acquisition
Optimove Buys Smartico, Keeps Independence
In a strategic move set to reshape the competitive landscape of iGaming marketing technology, Optimove has announced the acquisition of Smartico. Despite the deal, both companies will continue to operate independently—preserving their brands, leadership teams, and product strategies.
This acquisition comes at a pivotal moment for the global online gambling industry. According to recent market research, the sector reached an estimated $95.3 billion in 2024 and is projected to nearly double to $185.17 billion by 2033. As the industry scales, so does its complexity, driven by evolving regulations in Europe, fragmentation in the United States, and rapid expansion across Latin America, Africa, and Asia. In this environment, robust customer relationship management (CRM) solutions are no longer optional—they are essential.
A Strategic Alliance Without Integration
Unlike traditional acquisitions that lead to integration, Optimove’s approach is notably different. Smartico will remain a fully autonomous business unit, with its founders continuing to lead strategic direction, product development, and day-to-day operations. Clients can expect no disruption in services, pricing, or product offerings.
This independence reflects a deliberate strategy: fostering competition within the same ecosystem. Both companies will continue to innovate separately, pushing each other—and the broader industry—forward.
Two Distinct Visions of iGaming CRM
The deal unites two of the most influential approaches to CRM in iGaming:
- Optimove built its reputation on advanced data analytics and AI-driven marketing. As the originator of the “Positionless Marketing” concept, the company enables marketers to orchestrate campaigns using intelligent agents that deliver hyper-personalized experiences at scale. This approach has reportedly improved campaign efficiency by up to 88%.
- Smartico, on the other hand, carved out its niche by integrating gamification directly into CRM systems. By embedding game-like mechanics into player engagement strategies, Smartico has helped operators drive deeper interaction and retention. The company is now advancing further by incorporating generative AI across its platform.
Together, these two philosophies—data-centric intelligence and gamified engagement—represent the future of player retention and marketing in iGaming.
Strengthening Market Leadership
According to Pini Yakuel, the decision to acquire Smartico was driven by its originality and execution. He emphasized that Smartico stood out as a competitor due to its pioneering role in combining gamification with CRM—an innovation that has since become a key differentiator in the market.
Similarly, Arman Gal highlighted that the partnership allows Smartico to scale faster while maintaining its identity. With Optimove’s backing, the company gains additional resources to expand its innovation capabilities and global reach.
Competition as a Catalyst for Innovation
Interestingly, both companies will continue to compete in the same market. Optimove will further develop its gamification solution, Optimove Gamify, while Smartico continues executing its independent roadmap. This dual-track strategy is rooted in the belief that competition drives better outcomes for operators.
Rather than consolidating power, the acquisition creates a dynamic ecosystem where two leading platforms evolve side by side—each pushing the boundaries of what CRM can achieve in iGaming.
The Role of AI in the Next Phase of Growth
Artificial intelligence remains at the core of this transformation. Optimove has been embedding AI into its platform since 2012, long before it became industry standard. Today, its AI-powered decisioning agents enable real-time campaign orchestration across multiple channels.
Smartico is following a similar trajectory, integrating generative AI to enhance its gamification-driven engagement model. This convergence signals a broader trend: the fusion of AI, CRM, and user experience design as the next frontier in digital marketing.
A Defining Moment for iGaming Marketing
This acquisition underscores the maturation of the iGaming CRM sector. What began as a niche category has evolved into a critical component of modern marketing infrastructure. With two leading innovators now aligned—yet independent—the industry is poised for accelerated innovation.
For operators navigating an increasingly complex global market, the message is clear: the future belongs to those who can combine data intelligence, personalization, and immersive engagement.
Similar Content
A high-authority source covering similar developments in iGaming and martech is:
- Forbes – Known for in-depth coverage of tech acquisitions and marketing innovation. A relevant article on AI-driven marketing trends in gaming and customer engagement can be found on their platform.
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eSports
THE ESPORTS AWARDS RETURNS IN 2026 FOR A CELEBRATION OF ESPORTS EXCELLENCE
- The Esports Awards will return later this year for its 2026 edition, taking place in North America and honouring the outstanding players, teams, creators and innovators of the past year in esports
- Last year marked a major milestone for the Esports Awards, celebrating 10 years of excellence at the HyperX Arena, alongside the one-off Decade Awards, which reached 36.25M live views globally
- The Esports Awards Golf Invitational will also return, bringing together industry leaders, creators and competitors for a day of networking and competition ahead of the main ceremony
- Full details on the venue, date, nominees and voting will be revealed in the coming months
The Esports Awards has announced the return of its annual ceremony for 2026. Bringing together the global esports community under one roof, the Esports Awards will once again recognise the players, teams, creators and innovators who have defined the past year. The ceremony will take place in North America later this year, with exact dates and venue to be revealed in the coming months.
Last year’s edition of the Esports Awards marked a significant milestone, celebrating 10 years of esports excellence at the HyperX Arena in Las Vegas. The ceremony honoured some of the industry’s most recognised figures, including Mathieu “Zywoo” Herbaut, iShowSpeed and Animesh “Thug” Agarwal, while welcoming six new inductees into the Lifetime Achievement in Esports: Class of 2025 award. Earlier in the year, the Esports Awards also hosted the one-off Decade Awards in August, presented by Trevor “Quickshot” Henry, Jessica “JessGOAT” Bolden and Barney Banks, reaching 36.25M live views globally.
For the 2026 edition, fan-favourite categories including Esports Game of the Year, Esports Personality of the Year, Streamer of the Year and Esports Team of the Year will return, giving the community a voice in recognising the moments and individuals that shaped the past year in esports.
Winners will be determined through a combination of community voting and input from the Esports Awards Panel, a group of industry veterans, broadcasters, creators and players, ensuring the integrity and credibility of the awards.
In addition to the main ceremony, the Esports Awards Golf Invitational will return, bringing together industry leaders, creators and competitors for a day of networking and competition ahead of the awards.
“The Esports Awards continues to shine a spotlight on the very best in esports and gaming, and we’re pleased to return for 2026” said Michael Ashford, CEO of the Esports Awards. “Following the success of the Decade Awards and our 10th anniversary celebrations, we look forward to recognising the individuals, teams and moments that defined the past year in esports.”
Further updates regarding the venue, date, nominees and voting will be announced in the coming months. Fans are encouraged to follow the Esports Awards’ X account for the latest updates.
The post THE ESPORTS AWARDS RETURNS IN 2026 FOR A CELEBRATION OF ESPORTS EXCELLENCE appeared first on Americas iGaming & Sports Betting News.
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