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Play’n GO share their spellbinding new slot Merlin: Journey of Flame

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Play’n GO conjures up magic for the latest addition to their popular Merlin slot series, Merlin: Journey of Flame.

Play’n GO’s fifth instalment in the expansive Merlin saga – Merlin: Journey of Flame has arrived. Anchoring itself as a prequel to Merlin and the Ice Queen Morgana (2021) and Rise of Merlin (2019), Journey of Flame follows a younger, more rough-and-tumble Merlin as he encounters a rare Dragon’s Egg in a swampy lake. Casting a shell-busting spell – Merlin finds himself in a trial by fire.

Gameplay-wise, fans may find Merlin: Journey of Flame reminiscent of Rich Wilde and the Book of Dead (2016) as it implements beloved Expanding Symbol mechanics to bolster gameplay.

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As you open Merlin’s Book of Spells, you’re tasked with landing three or more Coloured Runes to secure victory. Merlin himself assumes the role of a High-Paying symbol, the Dragon Egg fashions itself a standard Wild and its cracked variant is the slot’s Scatter.

Before Free Spins commence, one Special Expanding Symbol is randomly selected, expanding when a winning combination is formed. If a High-Paying symbol like Merlin, His Staff, Potion or Spell Book, two or more reels are needed, however, if it’s a low-paying coloured Rune symbol – three or more reels are needed to trigger the Expanding Symbol mechanic.

If Merlin manages to acquire three or more Hatched Dragon Egg Scatters, it can trigger up to eight Free Spins with an additional sixth reel so players can achieve more wand-waving wins.

Merlin can also cast a powerful, but risky Gamble Spell. Merlin activates this ability when wins are below 2500 coins. Through the Gamble spell, Merlin’s prize can be doubled if he guesses the colour correctly during a mini-game. Merlin should be cautious, though – his Gamble spell can only be cast five times in a row, or summon up to 2500 coins, meaning players must think critically about their moves.

Head of Game Retention at Play’n GO, George Olekszy said:

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Merlin: Journey of Flame is a truly magical title, and we’re so happy to build on the Merlin IP’s rich mythology.”

“This title pulls from various corners of the Play’n GO slot portfolio and uses those components to craft something truly fresh and unique. Mixing Expanding Symbol Mechanics, powerful Scatters and Gamble feature with a dragon-like narrative has made real magic.”

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Vegas Kings Welcomes Catie Di Stefano as Vegas Queen

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Premier iGaming Creative & Development Agency appoints Stefano as its new Marketing Director

Vegas Kings, the leading creative and development agency specializing in the iGaming and sports betting industry, is excited to welcome Catie Di Stefano as its new Marketing Director.

For nearly 30 years, Vegas Kings has been at the forefront of iGaming innovation, delivering high-converting creative design, seamless front-end development, and engaging content that enhances player conversion and retention. The agency has built a reputation as the go-to creative powerhouse for sports betting and casino brands worldwide.

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“As the industry continues to evolve, so does the need for fresh, creative talent,” said Ashley Adir, CEO at Vegas Kings. “We’re excited to welcome Catie to the team. Her experience across B2B and B2C gaming, content marketing and digital transformation aligns perfectly with our mission to create industry-leading services for operators and providers alike.”

“Vegas Kings has been a trusted partner in the iGaming industry since 1998, and I’m honored to join a team that has such a strong reputation of consistently delivering top-tier creative and technical development,” said Di Stefano. “In such a competitive industry, having the right blend of engaging design, seamless integrations and strategic content is what makes the difference. I’m excited to showcase how Vegas Kings can further help brands stand out.”

As Vegas Kings continues to expand globally, the agency remains dedicated to helping operators maximize player engagement through expert-driven design, development, and content marketing strategies.

Di Stefano, who brings over a decade of gaming industry experience, will make her debut representing Vegas Kings at Next.io in New York in March 2025.

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Black Lagoon Games unveils game-changing Special Fire Jackpot ahead of SiGMA Africa

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Black Lagoon Games, an innovator in immersive gaming, has unveiled its game-changing Special Fire Jackpot ahead of SiGMA Africa in Cape Town.

The revolutionary Special Fire Jackpot puts life-changing prizes within reach for all players – even with minimal stakes. It has been designed to meet the evolving needs of African iGaming operators and diverse player demands. Engineered for fast loading speeds and low data consumption, the new functionalities are perfectly optimised for Africa’s mobile-first landscape.

It can be rolled out across a range of base game frameworks to boost payouts at different levels, according to operator preference. Black Lagoon Games’ jackpot increases engagement to extend player sessions, while allowing operators to minimise risk by configuring the jackpot value themselves.

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Black Lagoon Games is pushing the boundaries of customisation with localised mechanics, a universal bet size, flexible RTP, and a range of under-the-hood innovations, transforming the gaming experience. Black Lagoon Games will be in Cape Town for SiGMA Africa from March 10th to March 12th.

Black Lagoon Games CCO, Jan Ridenfeldt, commented: “ICE Barcelona was incredible for us, but at SiGMA Africa, we’re bringing something truly game-changing. Black Lagoon’s revolutionary jackpot feature gives complete control  to the operators and players. Flexibility and fairness are at the core of our design. No more one-size-fits-all mechanics. Let’s shake things up and redefine what tailored gaming looks like in Africa. Cape Town is where the future of localised jackpots begins – let’s talk!”

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Spinomenal strikes partnership with Lucky7 Casino

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Spinomenal, the leading iGaming content provider, has grown its presence within the Dutch market after signing with operator Lucky7 Casino.

The content collaboration will ensure a rich selection of Spinomenal games which will join the Lucky7 Casino lobby, including 1 Reel, Baba Yaga, 4 Horsemen III, Wolf Fang – Golden Sands and Majestic Blue Panther. Lucky7 Casino will welcome these titles via the Finnplay platform.

Lior Shvartz, CEO for Spinomenal commented: “We’re extremely excited about this collaboration with Lucky7 Casino in the Dutch market, and we’re confident our games will contribute to its positive momentum and growth.”

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Frank Loffeld, COO/CTO for Lucky7 Casino added: “We’ve long admired Spinomenal’s commitment to making highly engaging games and we know with full confidence these will be well received by our experienced players.”

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