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AvatarUX set for magical adventure in PixiePop™
Award-winning slots studio AvatarUX is journeying to an enchanted wonderland in latest launch PixiePop™.
Featuring the ever-popular PopWins™ mechanic that has become a staple of AvatarUX’s content, every spin will increase reel height, while more symbols fall from above. In base play, the reels can reach up to six symbols tall, offering significantly boosted paylines.
The PopWins™ mechanic is complemented by a number of a features that guarantee a thrilling new play experience and some truly magical wins. For instance, with every spin there is a chance for an enchanted nudge to occur, which can move a reel up or down in search of a winning combination, or even reveal a bonus symbol.
Three or more scatter symbols will launch the free spins, where random multipliers appear for enhanced win potential. Multiplicative multipliers can go up to x11, while the additive multipliers can apply to every win up to +50x.
PixiePop™ also features for the very first time a new ‘Pay Anywhere Symbol’, which is set to create better win opportunities in the bonus game. Before the mode starts, one high paying symbol is awarded as a pay anywhere icon, which will payout if five or more land on different reels, regardless of if they connect, as players search for a max win of 20,000x.
To add to the rich features list, PixiePop™ also sees a new wild symbol being introduced. This can appear in both the base and the bonus game and substitutes for any symbol.
The recently launched XPRESS option is also available in certain jurisdictions and players can progress directly to free spins as well as activate any of the key features via one of four Buy Bonus options.
It is the latest game released by AvatarUX, which continues to go from strength to strength with a portfolio of innovative mechanics.
The game is initially available exclusively to AvatarUX’s partners with direct integrations and will be rolled out globally later.
Nicola Longmuir, CEO at AvatarUX, said: “PixiePop™ offers a magical journey through an enchanted wilderness as players search for huge wins, while enjoying the latest iteration of the PopWins™ mechanic.
“We strive to create engaging, immersive titles that build off familiar mechanics while adding new twists and this is another great example.”
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Veikkaus rolls out OpenBet’s Neccton responsible gambling platform ahead of 2027 reform
Veikkaus will deploy the latest version of OpenBet’s Neccton AI-enhanced responsible gambling platform across its digital and retail channels, the companies said on 16 June 2026. The rollout comes as Finland’s newly approved Gambling Act increases operator obligations to spot and address risky gambling behaviour early, including active intervention where risk indicators emerge.
OpenBet said the Neccton platform is designed to identify potentially risky gambling behaviour in real time, generate automated alerts, and support tailored player interventions. The system summarises behavioural data, risk markers and historical context in plain language, and provides AI-assisted explanations intended to support compliance teams while maintaining human oversight.
Susanna Saikkonen, Vice President for Sustainability at Veikkaus, said: “Veikkaus’ individual gambling safety net model is based on identifying risky gambling as early as possible and offering players both support and concrete limitations. The Neccton platform provides us with an ISO-certified, extensively security tested and scientifically validated tool that strengthens our ability to identify risk and support our customers in gambling responsibly.”
Dr Michael Auer, Managing Director of Neccton at OpenBet, said: “In today’s regulatory environment, operators must demonstrate how they actively prevent gambling-related harm. The latest version of the Neccton platform enables real-time, data-driven intervention and measurable duty of care. We are proud to expand our partnership with Veikkaus to further strengthen its responsible gambling framework.”
The Neccton deployment extends Veikkaus’ existing relationship with OpenBet. OpenBet has been powering Veikkaus’ next-generation sportsbook platform and providing Managed Trading Services across digital and retail channels since May 2025, according to the companies. Veikkaus is preparing for Finland’s expected market liberalisation in 2027.
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Jani Kontturi Head of Games at SkillOnNet
SkillOnNet adds Octoplay casino games across its UK brands
Octoplay titles go live on PlayOJO, Genting, SpinGenie and MegawaysCasino, with more regulated markets planned.
SkillOnNet has launched Octoplay’s casino games across its UK iGaming sites, making the supplier’s content available to players on brands including PlayOJO, Genting, SpinGenie and MegawaysCasino.
The UK rollout includes Octoplay titles such as Vegas is Dead: Battle Arena, Shaolin Panda: Chaos Reels, and Serpent Gold: Hold and Win. SkillOnNet said it plans to expand the partnership into additional regulated markets in the coming months.
Jani Kontturi, Head of Games at SkillOnNet said: “We’re delighted to welcome Octoplay to our platform in the UK. The studio has built a strong reputation for developing high-quality games that combine engaging mechanics with blockbuster production values. We are confident our players will love the content, and we’re excited to extend the partnership into additional regulated markets in the near future.
Ralitsa Georgieva, CEO at Octoplay: “Launching with SkillOnNet in the UK represents another important milestone for Octoplay. SkillOnNet operates some of the industry’s most established iGaming sites, and this partnership allows us to bring our games to a wider audience of players. We look forward to building on this initial launch and expanding together into further markets.”
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Microgaming launches new Playboy-branded slot, Playboy Gems and Desires
Microgaming has launched Playboy Gems and Desires, the latest addition to its official Playboy-branded games portfolio.
The slot uses a reel set featuring Wild stacks that land on reels two, three and four. The game also uses a ways win structure as part of its presentation.
Free Spins are triggered by landing the letters B-U-N-N-Y. During the bonus, an active Win Multiplier can build, while Reel Jackpots and a Jackpot Wheel are also included.
Microgaming said the game includes “Personal Persistence”, which allows the Free Spins Multiplier and Reel Jackpots to carry across all bet levels. The supplier stated a maximum win potential of up to 5,000x the bet.
A Microgaming spokesperson said: “Playboy is a brand with instant recognition, but also a very clear sense of style, confidence and premium entertainment. With Playboy Gems and Desires, the aim was to capture that atmosphere in a way that feels authentic to the brand, while delivering a slot experience with real energy and broad player appeal. It is another strong addition to our official Playboy portfolio and one that reflects the quality and ambition behind the partnership.”
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