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Gaming Realms reaches the end of a rainbow in Slingo® Lucky Joker

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3 years ago

April 25, 2023

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Gaming Realms, a leading provider of mobile-focused gaming content, embarks on a leprechaun-filled adventure in its latest title Slingo® Lucky Joker.

Traditional Slingo® mechanics can be found across this 5×5 reeled slot with additional innovative features that boost player engagement. With each spin, a trail game is triggered where a dice roll moves the Lucky Joker protagonist around the game board and can award instant cash prizes if landed on certain fixed positions.

Each Slingo created also increases the player’s position on an incrementally increasing prize ladder that offers monetary rewards and two distinct bonus rounds. The free spins bonus is awarded for the creation of at least four Slingos, with additional spins granted when extra ones are generated.

The 5×3 reel bonus contains lucky horseshoes, green hats and pots of gold as its symbols which must form matching combinations across 20 paylines to award a win. Wild symbols present within the free spins expand to become wild reels, further boosting the win potential.

Additionally, a Bonus Wheel mechanic can be awarded for creating at least six Slingos or landing three bonus wheels in the base game. This can award instant cash prizes, extra free spins in the bonus or upgrade the wheel to unlock more lucrative prizes.

Providing an array of features in addition to the fan favourite Slingo® mechanic, Slingo® Lucky Joker offers a multitude of bonuses within a vibrant aesthetic and follows hot on the heels of other Gaming Realms hits such as Slingo® Pirate’s Treasure and Slingo® Cleopatra.

Hans Winkelmann, Product Director at Gaming Realms, said: “We are confident players will be drawn to the numerous features present in Slingo® Lucky Joker. Our talented team has developed a mechanically rich set of bonuses and base game augmentations that offer new experiences alongside the popular Slingo® mechanic.

“The slots design will also be a draw for players with vibrant visuals featuring across the release and a fan-favourite Irish aesthetic that will appeal to a broad spectrum of slot and Slingo® enthusiasts. We look forward to seeing the reception to this title.”

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Sends CEO Alona Shevtsova moderates Global Gaming Expansion panel in Riyadh

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2 hours ago

June 25, 2026

Wladimir P.

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Alona Shevtsova, CEO of Sends, will moderate a panel at The Blockchain show on 29^th June, bringing together experts from entertainment, location-based gaming, and content localisation to examine what it takes to build sustainable gaming ecosystems across emerging markets.

The panel, titled “Global Gaming Expansion: Lessons from Untapped Markets,” will structure its discussion across four themes: the growth dynamics reshaping emerging gaming markets; the role of localisation in creating experiences that genuinely connect with new audiences; the infrastructure and communities needed to build gaming ecosystems beyond the game itself; and the lessons and opportunities that will define successful expansion in the years ahead.

Alona Shevtsova plans to frame the discussion around the central challenge for companies looking to expand globally: entering a new market requires far more than bringing an existing product to a new audience. Understanding local cultures, building communities, adapting experiences, and creating ecosystems that allow gaming to grow sustainably are all as important as the product itself.

Alona Shevtsova, CEO of Sends, said:

“The future growth of gaming will come not only from new technologies, but from understanding people — their cultures, communities, and the experiences they want to be part of. Successful expansion will belong to those who can combine global ambition with local understanding.”

The first segment will examine why regions including the Middle East, Africa, and South Asia are becoming increasingly significant for developers, operators, and investors — driven by young audiences, accelerating digital adoption, and new entertainment models creating substantial growth potential. Panellists will explore how consumer preferences differ across markets and what trends among younger audiences are shaping the future of gaming and entertainment.

The third segment will broaden the lens beyond the game itself, exploring the role of location-based entertainment, gaming centres, esports, and experiential destinations in attracting new audiences and building long-term communities. Panellists plan to address how entertainment ecosystems — spanning physical venues, events, and community infrastructure — accelerate gaming adoption in markets where the category is still establishing itself.

Earlier this month, Alona Shevtsova was shortlisted for the 2026 Great British Entrepreneur Awards in the Established Business of the Year category. Her team is also preparing for the Fintech Connect conference in London later this year. Sends will be a leading sponsor of this event.

*Sends is a trade name of SMARTFLOW PAYMENTS LIMITED, registered in England and Wales (Company No.11070048). For more information, visit sends.co .

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