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Double the fun with Playson’s Royal Joker: Hold and Win

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3 years ago

March 16, 2023

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Playson, the fast-growing digital entertainment supplier, has released Royal Joker: Hold and Win, building on the company’s well-loved series of “Royal” themed games with plenty of opportunities for players to crown themselves in glory.

The rightful heir to successful Playson titles such as Royal Coins 2: Hold and Win, this latest instalment leans on the classic fruit style gameplay that players are already accustomed to and introduces new features for them to explore.

The popular Bonus Game, powered by Hold and Win mechanics, is enhanced with the inclusion of the Joker’s Multiplier feature. During the mode, Joker symbols that make an appearance leave a x2 multiplier in the cell, with every new inclusion in the same spot increasing the multiplier by one and remaining in place until the Bonus Game ends. Bonus symbols that land in these modified cells see winnings increased by the corresponding multiplier.

Further elevating the Bonus Game is the Royal Bonus feature, which can only land on reel 2 and sticks throughout the mode. This powerful symbol gathers all Bonus values, as well as the title’s Mini, Minor, Major and Grand jackpots, delivering significant win potential for players.

Royal Joker: Hold and Win is complete with the inclusion of Playson’s increasingly popular Pile of Gold feature, which can randomly trigger access to the Bonus Game during the main game, as well as add symbols with x2 multiplier during the respins mode.

Tamas Kusztos, Chief Commercial Officer at Playson, said: “It’s incredibly exciting to release Royal Joker: Hold and Win, a game we expect will deliver strong engagement thanks to the inclusion of new features alongside existing mechanics that resonate with players.”

Natalia Shkarbanova, Product Owner at Playson, added: “We’re sure fans of our Royal series of games will appreciate this latest adventure, particularly with the new Joker’s Multiplier feature that they can explore. Once again, we’re showcasing our ability to take a classic theme forward and introduce new variations to the gameplay.”

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BetVictor rolls out new brand campaign with biggest AV spend to date

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3 hours ago

April 24, 2026

Wladimir P.

BVGroup’s flagship brand BetVictor has launched a new brand campaign, “For All Your Favourite Things”, backed by what the company said is its largest AV investment to date.

The campaign, created by Barn Door Studios, uses a rewrite of “My Favourite Things” from The Sound of Music over visuals of sporting events. BetVictor said the creative focuses on “the uncomplicated thrill of sport and betting”.

BetVictor is timing the launch around this weekend’s Premier League schedule, with spots running alongside Arsenal vs Newcastle on Saturday evening and Chelsea vs Leeds on Sunday afternoon.

Media planning is led by Bountiful Cow. The plan includes a new partnership with Sky, spanning live sport integrations, on-demand, YouTube channels and targeted digital placements via Sky Advance. BetVictor also outlined a data-led SVOD and BVOD strategy across ITVX, Channel 4, Prime Video and Netflix, plus digital and social.

Richard Walters, Director of Brand and Creative at BetVictor, said:

“‘For All Your Favourite Things’ captures what BetVictor stands for today – a premium, straightforward experience that enhances the thrill of sport.

When done right, we believe that gambling is a simple pleasure; one that we love connecting our customers to. We wanted to celebrate the moments that matter most to sports fans.”

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Africa

QTech Games wins Leader in Online Casino at SBEA+ Eventus Awards 2026

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4 hours ago

April 24, 2026

Wladimir P.

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QTech Games has won the Leader in Online Casino award at the Annual Sports Betting East Africa (SBEA+) 2026 Summit in Nairobi, Kenya.

The company said it beat other shortlisted suppliers including SA Gaming, BetConstruct, and DST Gaming. The award is described by the event as recognising the “top all-round online casino platform for innovation, user engagement, and sustained growth” over the past year.

The SBEA+ Eventus Awards focus on the East African igaming and sports betting sector and were presented at a gala ceremony at the Argyle Grand Hotel. QTech Games said the judging period covered 2025/26 and that its aggregation platform performance was ranked highest by the panel.

QTech Games CEO Philip Doftvik said: “We’re thrilled to have walked off with another notable award for the best overall online-casino-platform provision in East Africa. Being shortlisted in such good company was already a result, but victory provides the real validation, particularly after running a great campaign at recent Eventus events in Africa. We’ve been promoting QTech Hybrid, our breakthrough retail solution, to great effect and it’s been fantastic to see that going live with a handful of top-tier clients on this continent has led to such overwhelmingly positive feedback and immediate success cases in the realm of genuine innovation.

“This win is testimony to our diligent team at QTech Games, and to the constantly growing group of innovative suppliers that our platform represents. It’s a truly collaborative effort. We remain committed to rolling out high-quality content that drives revenue for our worldwide partners across Africa and beyond. After all, in today’s marketplace, only premium games of the highest standard will separate you from the crowd, so we were delighted to see the panel acknowledge how our premier platform is delivering across Africa’s eclectic ecosystem. We’ve made our name as the pre-eminent aggregator in these evolving margin markets, delivering localised games that speak to a host of player proclivities. This award win will spur us on to new horizons.”

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Evoplay adds 24 slot titles to Oleybet in Brazil deal

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4 hours ago

April 24, 2026

Wladimir P.

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Evoplay has signed a content partnership with Brazilian operator Oleybet to distribute 24 slot titles on the brand’s online casino in Brazil’s regulated market.

Oleybet is operated by Lindau Gaming S.A. in Brazil and offers sportsbook, online casino and live casino products. The rollout focuses on Evoplay’s slot portfolio, with the supplier saying the content is intended to support Oleybet’s casino expansion.

The integration is delivered through Sportingtech’s platform, which the companies said is intended to support a streamlined rollout and operational efficiency as Oleybet scales its games catalogue.

Alex Malchenko, Head of Sales at Evoplay, said: “Brazil remains a key focus for Evoplay, and partnering with Oleybet is another key strategic move in strengthening our presence in this dynamic market.

“Our portfolio is designed to deliver strong engagement across diverse player demographics, and we’re confident our games will resonate well with Oleybet’s audience as they continue to grow their offering.”

Robson Salvador, Ombudsman Director at Lindau, added: “We are very pleased to partner with Evoplay, a provider known for innovation and high-quality gaming experiences.

“This collaboration reinforces Oleybet’s commitment to offering a diverse and engaging portfolio to Brazilian players, always aligned with the highest standards of compliance and responsible gaming. We see this partnership as an important step in strengthening our positioning in Brazil’s regulated market.”

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