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Week 25/2023 slot games releases
Here are this weeks latest slots releases compiled by European Gaming
Belatra Games, the specialist online slots developer, is encouraging players to take a trip to Egyptian times and enjoy its Mummyland Treasures game. This special game begins by showing 21 tiles in the centre with two rows at the top and then another two at the bottom that are originally sealed in stone. Winning spins above the shown symbol will smash through the rock and then new symbols replace them.
Pragmatic Play, modifies wilds with numerous game-altering features in its latest slot release, Fat Panda. An Asian-inspired aesthetic is present across the title’s 5×3 reels, which are home to numerous symbols in keeping with the overall theme of the slot, including fans, lamps and golden coins. If these symbols match across Fat Panda’s 20 paylines, a win is awarded.
Pragmatic Play, invites players on a fishing trip like no other with Big Bass Amazon Xtreme™ . The latest release in the Big Bass franchise sees familiar symbols and gameplay return to the 5×3 reels, this time being joined by new symbols that must form a matching combination across 10 paylines to award a win.
GAMOMAT, has unleashed its red hot Ember Wilds sequel, 20 Ember Wilds. This highly anticipated follow-up carries a 5×3 design that shines thanks to its captivating graphics that fans will instantly feel an affinity for. What sets this classic title apart from its popular predecessor, 5 Ember Wilds, is the impressive 20 paylines now available.
Evoplay, takes players on a virtual Sin City trip in its new game, Neon Capital. Immersing players within the dazzling streets of the city, iconic Vegas slot symbols saturate the gameboard including shamrocks, diamonds and horseshoes, set across 5×3 reels. During the exciting Bonus game, a Skyline symbol can appear with multipliers attached, ranging from 2x to 200x, which are collected by the Las Vegas Wilds to boost winnings.
4ThePlayer is thrilled to unleash its latest game, 5 Doggy Dollars, setting players on a thrilling journey with the top dogs of the gaming world! Engage in a wild adventure with these winning woofers, enjoying the innovative MONEY WAYS™ system where the leading canines carry cash prizes. With any prizes landing on winning symbols, your wins are let off the leash! The excitement continues when you land a Collect symbol, which awards all cash prizes visible on the reels!
Mancala Gaming has released its new game Buffalo Goes Wild. The game transports players to the majestic landscapes of the North American Prairies and The Great Plains, where the buffalo reigns over other wild animals in the untamed wilderness.
Push Gaming delves underground in search of riches, in its latest slot release Crystal Catcher™. Initially launched on an exclusive basis with the tier-one operator Kindred Group, Crystal Catcher is now available across all its operator partners. The title is set across 7×7 reels and features different coloured gems as its symbols. These must form an adjacent, matching combination of five or more gems to award a win
PopOK Gaming announced the launch of its latest video slot game, Wukong. The new game promises a journey for players to the land ruled by the mighty Monkey King. With a 5×3 panel featuring 243 pay ways, Wukong features exciting symbols, including Wilds that can land on any reel and substitute for all symbols except the Bonus Symbol. Players who hit 6 or more Bonus Symbols trigger the special Wukong feature.
Nailed It! Games, an independent Krakow-based games studio, has partnered with numerous prominent operators to exclusively release its highly anticipated game Dog Days, two weeks ahead of its network launch. Dog Days is played across five reels and allows players agency over how they engage with the title, offering three different types of bets that directly impact numerous game-altering features.
Yggdrasil, has teamed up with Bulletproof Games to deliver a symphony of winning combinations in its latest musical masterpiece Diamond Symphony DoubleMax™. The thrilling 5-reel, 20 payline slot not only boasts a memorable score and hypnotic visuals, but utilises the popular Game Engagement Mechanic (GEM) DoubleMax to give players the chance to win up to 20,000x their stake by way of a lucrative free spins bonus and the Cascade+ mechanic.
This month, hotshot software provider, Swintt, is advising players to brace themselves for an electrifying gaming experience as they unveil the latest all-action addition to their celebrated slot selection in Electric Elements; a new cluster pays title that’s fully-charged with features. Played out across an elongated 5×7 set of reels, Electric Elements is perfectly proportioned to be enjoyed on mobile devices in portrait mode and features a deep space/elemental guardian theme.
Play’n GO’s Rascal Riches is here: adding this new 5×3 slot to their collection of purr-fect animal titles. The story follows three rogue racoons – comically disguised in a trench coat, moustache and fedora – as they plot the heist of the century, one Golden Trashcan at a time.
Blueprint Gaming’s serially successful hit game series returns for its latest iteration with pots of fortune-boosting features in Luck o’ the Irish Go For Gold. The studio’s perennially popular Irish-themed slot sees the introduction of three or more adjacent characters paying a win while landing any number of mystery symbols reveals a different random icon, including the sought-after rainbow symbol.
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.
3 Oaks Gaming, has added to its classic Hold and Win offering by launching Tiger Gems, exhibiting the unique Fortune Slide round. Players embark on an enchanting journey to the majesty of India, venturing from the grand Taj Mahal to the exotic jungle in search of those incredible gemstones.
Slotmill, is thrilled to announce the release of, Sweet Spotz. Packed with exciting features, Sweet Spotz is set to be a player favourite with its captivating gameplay and incredible winning potential. Sweet Spotz takes players on a mouthwatering adventure with its 6 x 6 grid. The game introduces jumping cupcake wilds together with Multiplier Sweet Spotz. With a jaw-dropping maximum win of 10,000 times the bet, players are in for a treat.
Playson, the fast-growing digital entertainment supplier, has bolstered its captivating Hold and Win offering with Empire Gold, which includes a comeback for the popular Treasure Chest feature. Players are taken on a journey back to ancient Rome, as they turn into heroic legionnaires in a bid to become victorious on the battlefield.
Stakelogic is taking players to the wild plains where the big-win bison roam free in its latest blockbuster video slot launch, Bison Blocks. This is a slot where the bonus features come at players like a stampede and include cascades, wilds, free spins and multipliers. Bison Blocks is set across six reels and four rows with 4,096 paylines active. In the base game, the cascade feature sees all losing symbols removed with new symbols dropping into their place to form additional win combos.
Kalamba Games tackles various Viking deities in its latest mythological adventure Heimdall’s Gate. Progressive free spins underpin this Norse voyage, which is set across 6×4 reels. Symbols including Frost Giants, Freya and Heimdall himself must form a matching combination across the title’s 4096 winning ways to unlock a win.
Compliance Updates
Why stakeholders must be vocal as part of UKGC consultation on gaming machines
As the UK Gambling Commission announces the launch of its consultation on proposed new rules for gaming machines, Nick Arron, lead partner for the Gambling Team at Poppleston Allen urges stakeholders to ensure they are heard
The UK Gambling Commission this week announced the launch of a 16-week consultation, seeking input on proposed new rules for gaming machines in retail venues.
The consultation focuses on technical standards and related testing strategy and aims to improve consumer protection through a number of proposed changes. The consultation is due to end on May 20.
Nick Arron, lead partner for the Betting and Gambling Team at Poppleston Allen, encouraged stakeholders such as operators and licensees to have their say on what impact these proposed changes will have, including the potential costs.
He said: “Robust stakeholder engagement is an important part of this progress. It’s important that operators have their say so that the regulatory framework balances both consumer safety and industry sustainability.
“Changes will require affected businesses to update their processes and technologies to ensure that any changes are not only implemented by the required date but also properly enforced.
“As this consultation progresses, operators will need to weigh the implications of adopting these new standards, not least the cost. While the intention is to enhance consumer protection, businesses must carefully assess the operational and financial implications of the proposed changes.
“While the Gambling Commission’s initiative is a positive step in prioritising consumer safety, the real challenge will be ensuring that the proposed regulatory adjustments are manageable for businesses already operating under thin margins.”
Tim Miller, Gambling Commission executive director for research and policy, said: “We recognise that regulatory changes that impact the design of machines can come with considerable costs.
“We are encouraging consumers, gambling businesses and other interested groups to share evidence that will assist us in measuring both the likely regulatory impacts of the proposed changes and the likely costs of implementing them.
“This evidence will be invaluable to helping make a robust assessment on whether the benefits to consumers are proportionate to the costs involved.”
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Balkans
Pateplay’s newest partner in Bosnia and Herzegovina
Pateplay is thrilled to unveil its latest strategic partnership with WWin, a premier online operator in Bosnia and Herzegovina.
Martin Yonovski, BDM & CMO at Pateplay, on the collaboration: “Partnering with WWin is a significant step forward for Pateplay. We’re eager to combine our strengths and expertise, and we’re confident this collaboration will open new doors for growth and huge success for both parties”.
Through this alliance, Pateplay is further accelerating its global expansion efforts, poised to achieve extraordinary milestones and deliver unparalleled experiences to players worldwide.
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Compliance Updates
GoldenRace fuels growth in Europe with renewed MGA certification
GoldenRace, leading provider of award-winning Virtual Sports and betting solutions, is thrilled to announce the renewal of its Maltese certification, successfully tested by BMM lab and approved by the Malta Gaming Authority (MGA). This renewed certification keeps unlocking opportunities in Romania, Poland, Serbia and other MGA-regulated territories, giving operators a golden ticket to tap into new revenue streams in highly regulated markets.
In Romania, where 88% of the population has internet access, the online gambling market is thriving, offering significant opportunities for operators to attract a tech-savvy audience. Serbia, ranked 8th in Europe for gambling revenue, continues its rapid expansion with over 2,200 betting shops and a flourishing online gambling sector. Meanwhile, Poland’s well-regulated and mature market is a compelling destination for operators seeking sustainable growth.
Any games that have been approved under its newly recertified license in Malta, are also eligible for inclusion under its Class II license in Romania, upon the successful completion of the ONJN approval process. While this certification eases the path in these markets, local regulators may require additional approvals. Operators are advised to present these certifications to their respective regulatory authorities to ensure seamless compliance.
Markets on the rise demand winning content
Compliance may open the door, but content is what keeps players loyal. GoldenRace is helping operators target new demographics and grow market share by offering an incredible portfolio of certified games.
In markets such as Romania and Serbia, football is the main revenue force. GoldenRace continues to dominate this space with its newly certified football games, including its most new football format and games such as Football League, World Cup, Euro tournaments (Champions League & Euro League), La Libertadores and Single Soccer.
With online sports betting making up 58% of Romania’s gambling market and Serbia’s sports betting sector projected to grow by 4.93% between 2025 and 2029, GoldenRace has certified games such as Penalt2Win, Basketball 3×3, Horse and Greyhound racing, MMA (Single & Tournament) and several thrilling motor racing titles, such as Grand Prix Indianapolis 60, Motorbike and Speedway racing.
Eastern Europe’s enduring love for number-based games creates another profitable avenue for operators. Certified games such as Keno & Keno Deluxe, Spin2Win (Royale & American) and Perfect6 are designed to meet the unique preferences of players in these regions.
Insights show that players in Poland and neighboring regions prioritise financial rewards, with 56% listing it as their top motivator for gambling. For those players seeking big payouts potential, Crash Games are leading the charge. After a stellar debut in GoldenRace’s Crashmas campaign, games like Jet Escape, Boom Ball Juggle, Fire Crash, Bank Run and Meteoroid are now part of the certified portfolio.
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