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Week 3/2023 slot games releases

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January 20, 2023

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George Miller

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Here are this weeks latest slots releases compiled by European Gaming!

Hellish Seven 100 (Höllische Sieben 100 in German speaking regions), is the newest game from Hölle Games and starts off 2023 with a big bang. With 5×4 reels and a whopping 100 paylines, this Classic Series game offers endless opportunities for players to win big.

Pragmatic Play, a leading content provider to the iGaming industry, has released Pinup Girls slot, a game designed to pay homage to the iconic beauties of the 1940s. Set across 5×4 reels, the slot is home to glamorous symbols which must form matching combinations across the title’s 20 paylines to award a win. A lipstick wild aids in the creation of these wins, substituting all other symbols in game except the scatter symbols.

Prosperity is on the horizon as Yggdrasil and ReelPlay come together for the first time in 2023 to deliver ReelPlay’s latest release, Festival 10K WAYS™. Featuring the Chinese lucky charm symbol Fu and beautifully animated dancing dragons, the game has the potential to bring good fortune to players who want to celebrate the Lunar New Year with this 6-reel, 10,000 ways slot offering wins up to 10,000x by way of the popular Bonus Respins feature.

Gaming Realms, a leading provider of mobile-focused gaming content, is taking players on a trip to the Orient in its latest launch Slingo™ Golden Envelope. Featuring the supplier’s popular and high-performing Slingo™ concept, players will be actively engaged with this Asian-inspired title, with each spin revealing five numbers. These must correlate to those randomly generated on the title’s game board and in turn will mark its position.

Nolimit City have finally made it out of the deep trenches of the underground in Dead Canary, and to celebrate, they thought they’d have a little get-together. The Provider is no stranger to releasing party-themed games, with The Rave making waves last summer – but nothing can quite compare to the eccentricity which takes place during the ultimate house party, in Walk Of Shame!

Pragmatic Play, journeys to the ancient Aztec empire where patterns hold the key to big wins in Secret City Gold. Played across 5×4 reels, the slot is home to symbols including monkeys, tigers, snakes and more, which must form matching combinations across the title’s 25 paylines to award a win. These are joined by wilds which substitute all other symbols in game except the scatter symbols, enabling players to create wins.

Habanero invites players into a world of Chinese legend in Dragon Tiger Gate, challenging the bravest to test their courage against fearsome mystical creatures. The latest release sees the powers of yin and yang collide, with players placed at the centre of an epic battle that sees two ferocious beasts pitted against each other.

Swintt is serving up some exciting news for players who enjoy fruity spins and fiery wins with the launch of Big Max 77 – a brand-new, highly-volatile addition to its ever-growing collection of Premium slot releases. Like other titles in the Swintt Premium range, Big Max 77 features a classic symbol set and a user-friendly interface that prioritises fast-paced gameplay and quick-fire wins.

Play’n GO returns to the Dead series in the all-new ancient Egyptian adventure as they endeavour to reveal the Book of Life in Pilgrim of Dead. This game is a classic Ancient Egyptian slot with a spooky twist. The title thematically picks up where its predecessors – namely, 2016’s Rich Wilde and the Book of Dead – left off.

Pragmatic Play, has launched its latest slot, Mammoth Gold™ Megaways™ which sees mighty mammoths reigning over an icy tundra, outweighed only by the game’s big win potential. Played across six reels and making use of the innovative Megaways™ mechanic, the title depicts numerous ice age creatures such as wolves, bears, sabre tooth tigers and more, which must form a matching combination across the reels to award a win.

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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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