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Week 40/2023 slot games releases
Here are this weeks latest slots releases compiled by European Gaming
Pragmatic Play, invites players on a dreamy journey through the skies with Twilight Princess™, its latest release. Set in the same universe as the player-favourite Starlight Princess™, the Slot features symbols such as crowns, flowers and the princess herself across a 5×5 game board. Winning combinations must land in clusters of five or more symbols to award a win.

Pharaoh’s Book is a magnificent adventure set among the pyramids and pharaohs of Egypt. An exciting treasure hunt where players can find prizes hidden behind the 5 reels of this impressive new premium instalment from MGA Games with its universally recognised theme and perfect execution. Set amongst pyramids, sphinxes, golden scarabs, treasures, and other themed symbols, Pharaoh’s Book offers players the opportunity to discover Ancient Egypt while collecting the Egyptian king’s treasures.

In its latest game, Flaming Fruit Deluxe, Tom Horn Gaming, an igaming software solutions supplier, invites players to relive the timeless allure of classic fruit machines. The 3×3 slot game features 5 paylines and a collection of quintessential symbols, including sevens, stars, bar symbols and a variety of fruit icons, with a watermelon acting as the highest paying fruit symbol.

Relax Gaming sees players in a battle of supremacy with Zeus as they search for a big win of up to 5,005x their bet. With a backdrop adorned with columned structures, creeping ivy, and beautiful mountains, players can make the most of the unique features to open the gates to Olympus in the bonus round. Lightning strike symbols are present on reels 2, 3, and 4, and when three or more lightning strike symbols are in view on the reels, players are awarded a cash prize of up to 2,000x their bet.

Swintt, the innovative software provider behind popular Premium releases Win-O-Rama XL and Seven Seven Pots and Pearls, has unveiled another addition to its successful “Big Max” series of games in Big Max Pot Hunter – an all-new fruit-themed adventure packed with pearl and pot features. Like the majority of titles in the SwinttPremium range, Big Max Pot Hunter draws its inspiration from the classic video slot machines that players know and love from land-based casinos around the world.

Evoplay is inviting players aboard a legendary pirate ship to search for hidden treasures in its latest slot release, Catch the Wind. As the ship voyages around the high waters, players must form matching combinations of the slot’s symbols made up of piracy essentials such as spyglasses, helms, compasses, and anchors as well as the pirate protagonist, set out across the 5×3 gameboard.

More Turkey, anyone? It’s time to gobble up the new Megaways slot from Big Time Gaming. More Turkey Megaways comes lovingly stuffed with features including dual reactions, free spins, a rising multiplier, a free spins gamble and Bonus Buy. It’s different gravy. As the nights draw in, our thoughts turn to Thanksgiving, Christmas and, of course, turkeys, the fatter the better.

Play’n GO welcomes the legendary Green Knight back into their ranks to test the mettle of promising knights. See if you’ve got what it takes to stand toe-to-toe with this fabled figure in Return of the Green Knight. This grand Arthurian tale is one of honour, endurance, and glory. Now that this powerful warrior has returned, it’s time to see who has what it takes to best him in combat as Sir Gawain did all those years ago. Spin the reels and let the glorious duel begin.

Yggdrasil, is inviting players to step back in time to the golden age of the 1950s for a taste of Americana with a twist in its latest release Fatz’s Diner GigaBlox™. This 5-reel, 40 payline animal-themed slot incorporates the popular Game Engagement Mechanic (GEM), GigaBlox™, and serves up a lucrative Free Spins feature. Supersized GigaBlox™ symbols can land on the reels at any time in 2×2, 3×3 and 4×4 formations during base gameplay, and 5×5 during free spins.

OneTouch invites players to learn the wicked ways of the witch doctor in its latest slot offering, Wild Voodoo, offering up to 100 free spins. A feature-rich adventure of mystical potions awaits, set amidst an ethereal green backdrop swamped with an abundance of bonuses, free games, and multipliers. In the base game, a variety of different high-paying tribal masks can land, including one that awards a 20x payout for a five-of-a-kind combination.

Billy Bob, the older timer hillbilly, has been working in the mines for many years but is finally about to strike it rich. Players who are happy to get their hands dirty can join Billy Bob for a potentially massive payday in Billy Bob Boom, the latest slot from Booming Games. Billy Bob Boom is set across five reels and four rows with 30 paylines active and comes packed with explosive features that promise to shake the ground beneath the player’s feet.

Realistic Games, has opened the next chapter in its Book of series, with the release of Book of Midas, a golden reimagining of the popular genre. This 5×3 title contrasts classic themes with contemporary mechanics delivering a 10 payline slot with apples, roses and fountains as its highest-paying symbols. The main protagonist, King Midas, represents the slot’s wild symbol and is joined by a book scatter wild which also aids players in creating wins.

Kalamba Games returns to its fearsome franchise Joker Lanterns and integrates a new fan favourite feature into the game, with the launch of Joker Lanterns Hold and Win. This Halloween-themed title is home to various fruit, bars and seven symbols across 40 paylines, along with multiplier wilds that substitute for all icons in the base game.

Arizona
Arizona Department of Gaming Reports $44.9 Million in Tribal Gaming Contributions for the Second Quarter of Fiscal Year 2026
The Arizona Department of Gaming (ADG) announced today $44,891,270 in tribal gaming contributions to the Arizona Benefits Fund for the second quarter of Fiscal Year (FY) 2026. This represents an approximate 5.6 percent increase when compared to the same quarter of FY 2025.
“The financial support that tribal gaming provides the state of Arizona continues to power local and statewide needs that are vital to healthy and safe communities,” said Jackie Johnson, Director of the ADG. “With nearly $45 million in tribal gaming contributions in the most recent period, the Department is proud to ensure the continuation of important revenue streams that positively impact Arizonans.”
The Arizona Benefits Fund receives 88 percent of tribal gaming contributions, providing significant dollars to support instructional improvement for schools, trauma and emergency care, tourism, and wildlife conservation throughout the state. If interested in viewing the cumulative tribal gaming contributions by year, please visit our reports webpage: gaming.az.gov/resources/reports.
Tribal gaming contributions to the Arizona Benefits Fund for the second quarter of the State’s FY 2026 are as follows:
Instructional Improvement Fund/Education………………………………………………..$22,373,810
Trauma and Emergency Services Fund………………………………………………………..$11,186,905
Arizona Department of Gaming Operating Costs………………………………………….$4,040,214
Arizona Wildlife Conservation Fund……………………………………………………………$3,196,258
Tourism Fund…………………………………………………………………………………………..$3,196,258
Problem Gambling Education, Treatment and Prevention……………………………..$897,825
Total: Tribal Gaming Contributions to the Arizona Benefits Fund……………………..$44,891,270
Per the Arizona Tribal-State Gaming Compact, the remaining 12 percent is distributed by the tribes to the cities, towns, and counties of their choosing for community services and public safety programs for local governments. Since FY 2004, cumulative contributions have totaled approximately $2.5 billion, benefitting both the state and its cities, towns, and counties.
Currently, there are 26 Class III casinos in Arizona, which ADG regulates in partnership with Arizona tribes. For more information, view our tribal gaming webpage: gaming.az.gov/tribal-gaming-page.
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R. Franco Digital Shortlisted for Casino Platform Excellence at EGR Europe Awards 2026
R. Franco Digital, the leading Spanish iGaming provider, has been officially shortlisted for Casino Platform Supplier of the Year at the prestigious EGR Europe Awards 2026. The nomination recognizes a landmark year for the company, characterized by the explosive growth of its IRIS Open Omnichannel Platform and a major commercial breakthrough into the Italian market.
The winners will be announced during a gala ceremony on February 18, 2026, at the Hilton Malta, where the industry’s top-tier operators and suppliers gather to celebrate European gaming excellence.
IRIS: The Engine of Omnichannel Growth
The core of R. Franco Digital’s success lies in its IRIS platform, a highly scalable, multi-jurisdictional solution that unifies casino, sports betting, and retail management.
IRIS Platform Milestones (2025-2026):
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Jurisdictional Reach: Certified in 6 jurisdictions and operational in over 10 regulated markets.
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Content Depth: Seamlessly integrated with over 1,600 games from global third-party providers.
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Operational Stability: Provides 24/7 multilingual support and advanced real-time analytics for operators.
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Commercial Momentum: Secured 50+ new operator partnerships and entered three new markets within the last 12 months.
Performance Highlights: 4 Billion Game Rounds
R. Franco Digital’s games portfolio has seen a massive surge in engagement, bolstered by 20 new high-performance slot releases in 2025. Standout titles such as Strange Spins, Aphrodite, Zorro: Final Duel, Ovomon, and The Phantom contributed to a record-breaking year.
| Metric | 2025–2026 Achievement |
| Total Game Rounds | 4 Billion+ across regulated markets |
| Revenue Growth | 30% Increase during the judging period |
| New Content | 20 New slot titles launched |
| Expansion | Debut in the Italian regulated market |
Strategic Italian Market Entry
A major factor in the EGR shortlisting was R. Franco Digital’s successful entry into Italy. The provider rapidly localized its content to meet the specific demands of Italian players through tier-one partnerships:
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Stanleybet.it: Launched 19 games, including the Italian-exclusive debut of Strange Spins.
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888.it: Successfully rolled out the popular Super 7 3×3 title.
“We’re proud to be shortlisted for this award, which reflects the strength of our IRIS platform and the quality of the content we’ve delivered over the past year,” said Javier Sacristán Franco, International Business Director at R. Franco Digital. “Our team has worked hard to support operators with reliable, innovative solutions… we are delighted to see that effort recognised.”
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Big Hot Flaming Pots: Tasty Treasures – Lightning Box Brings Land-Based Hit Online
Light & Wonder has officially launched Big Hot Flaming Pots: Tasty Treasures, the digital debut of its highly successful land-based franchise. Developed by in-house specialist studio Lightning Box, this 3×5 slot offers 243 ways to win and a high-energy “three-pot” mechanic that has already become a staple on casino floors worldwide.
The game transitions the whimsical “dumpling-tossing” theme to online audiences, combining vibrant Asian-inspired aesthetics with a deep mathematical model designed for high-engagement sessions.
The Three-Pot Mechanic & Seven Feature Combinations
At the core of the gameplay is the persistent pot system. Landing specific colored coins fuels three separate pots—Yummy, Spicy, and Upsized. These pots can trigger individually or in any combination, leading to seven distinct bonus paths.
| Feature Mode | Gameplay Enhancement |
| Yummy Mode | Increases the Hold & Spin respin counter from 3 to 4, significantly extending bonus life. |
| Spicy Mode | Introduces Chilli multipliers; landing a pepper adds its cash value to every symbol currently held on the board. |
| Upsized Mode | Unlocks a Dual Grid (two reel sets) for the Hold & Spin round, doubling the win potential. |
| Combined Modes | Triggering all three at once creates the “Mega Bonus,” featuring dual grids, 4 respins, and value-boosting peppers. |
Innovation: The Stack N’ Hit
Feature
Unlike traditional Hold & Spin mechanics where symbols simply lock until the round ends, Tasty Treasures introduces the Stack N’ Hit
evolution.
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Reel Clearing: When a vertical reel is filled with Bun symbols, the prizes are instantly collected, and the reel is cleared.
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Persistent Respins: Clearing a reel creates open spaces for new prizes to land, allowing the bonus round to continue far longer than standard industry alternatives.
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The Path to Grand: Each cleared reel activates a “Pepper Tracker” above it. Lighting up all five trackers awards the Grand Progressive Jackpot.
Jackpot Tiers & Base Game Depth
Operators benefit from a versatile math model that supports both consistent base-game performance and high-volatility jackpot chases.
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Progressive Jackpots: Grand and Major tiers for life-changing win potential.
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Fixed Jackpots: Minor and Mini tiers awarded through symbols landing during features.
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Nudge Wilds: In the base game, Wild symbols can nudge to cover entire reels, assisting in achieving the 243-way payouts.
“Big Hot Flaming Pots: Tasty Treasures carries forward a brand that has already made its mark in land-based venues,” says Michael Maokhamphiou, Studio Director at Lightning Box. “This release offers operators a flexible, high-performing title that combines familiarity with fresh layers of engagement.”
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