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Week 42/2023 slot games releases
Here are this weeks latest slots releases compiled by European Gaming
When they’re not creating something totally new – Nolimit City are known to take established slot concepts and twist them into their very own concoction – cracking the thick ice of the world of slots and paving the way for innovative success. Their latest release, Ugliest Catch, is no different. Following on from Space Donkey, a game that immersed players in an old-school arcade battle slot – The provider is now set to take on the fishing genre; with Nolimit proclaiming “ We’re heading to the dirty and slimy depths of a lake plagued by years of illegal and toxic dumping – in search of the Ugliest Catch.” – alluding to the tongue in cheek theme which showcases their signature humorous touch.

Habanero throws a candy-filled celebration that offers sweet rewards in its new title, Slime Party. Immersing players in a land of lollipops and icing-topped mountains, the game introduces players to the slime Angel, Devil and Wizard party guests who make up the high-paying symbols across the slot’s 5×4 reels. Candy Cane Wilds can also appear on the board which not only helps to form matching combinations but can also come with a multiplier value attached.

Jack Potter, the intrepid hero who takes players on the most incredible big-win adventures, has returned for the latest instalment of Apparat Gaming’s popular “Book Of” series. Jack Potter & The Book of Nubia whisks players away on an exhilarating journey to Ancient Egypt where they join the renowned British archaeologist and explorer on his quest to discover the hidden treasures of the mysterious Nubian Pharaoh Princess.

Thunderkick is inviting players on a hair-raising journey across sinister seas in its latest release, Bones & Bounty. Set upon a ghostly pirate ship with the captain at the wheel, players must make matching combinations of symbols such as compasses, telescopes and pirates across a 6×4 grid to be awarded a win. Wilds can land on any spin during the base game, with Stacked Respin Wilds occupying up to four positions on a reel. These Wilds lock into place, triggering a respin and collecting any Scatters that land in a bonus meter.

Yggdrasil and 4ThePlayer have 3 Lucky Witches, a spellbinding adventure containing a thrilling wheel feature. The game’s Witches’ Wheel can conjure cash prizes, Win Spins, or Mega Picks, while landing on a mystery space will enable players to choose which feature they want to win. Three or more pumpkin bonus scatters trigger the wheel that has five levels of rewards for players to progress through, with the max price being 5,000x the bet.

How much is that diamond in the window? The Ruff Crew are the right team to find out! Play’n GO’s latest online slot sees a ragtag posse of pups plan the ultimate heist to steal Fat Cat’s diamond stash in Ruff Heist. Team up with Archie, T-Bone, and Badge as they plot and execute the perfect diamond heist, stealing from the rich Fat Cat and giving to their paws. Spin the 5×3 reels to create winning combinations and unlock the doors to some great potential wins.

Head out to the Great American Plains, where the bison are wild, the coins are golden, and the wins are big in the newly launched Wild Wild Bison from Stakelogic. In this highly volatile and action-packed slot, players begin the game with 2,304 ways to win, only for the reels to increase when 2 Wild symbols land, allowing the game to offer an enhanced 5,625 ways to win.

The scariest night of the year is approaching and Triple Cherry has prepared a unique experience for all slot machine lovers. Experience the scariest night of the year in a haunted mansion where you can participate in trick-or-treating. Visit their pumpkin patch to win big and sweet prizes or add skulls in the Free Spins phase to get an even bigger prize. Halloween Mansion is a slot machine where each spin of the 5 reels and 3 rows will give you the opportunity to unravel the creepiest secrets.

Cha-ching, cha-ching. This is the sound players will hear when they cash in with the latest slot from in-demand provider, Booming Games. Money Inc takes players on a quest for riches that includes Free Spins and Multipliers. This classic slot is set across three reels and three rows and is packed with a wealth of bonus features that will help players amass their fortune. Players join Mr Money who is ready to shower them with riches, from fancy cars to bars of gold.

Spinomenal is getting into the Halloween spirit with the release of its brand new title, Book of SpinOween. This 6×3 slot carries 10 eerie paylines, draws players straight into a ghostly realm heightened by a bone-chilling soundtrack. The reels come alive, not just with standard symbols, but with spooky medium symbols – carved jack-o’-lanterns, sinister skulls, mysterious potions, and wicked witches’ hats.

Wazdan, is gearing up for the Halloween season with Los Muertos™ II, the long-awaited sequel to the spooky 2018 original. The new release once again merges the old-school feel of land-based slot machines with a popular Halloween theme, showcasing the brilliance and diversity of Mexico’s Dia de los Muertos. Los Muertos™ II is set upon a 3×3 grid, with skull and card symbols needing to make winning combinations across 5 paylines to award a win.

Playson, has launched Fire Coins: Hold and Win, a flaming hot slot that exhibits Sticky Bonus symbols to elevate the win potential for players. In this 3×3 title, players are greeted by slick gameplay and the classic Hold and Win mechanic, with the Sticky Bonus symbols the game’s focal point. These Bonus symbols assist players within the main game, potentially sticking to the reels for three spins and activating the Fire Coin Feature and the Bonus Game.

Pragmatic Play, will be carving out exciting gameplay in its latest spooky slot Infective Wild™. Boasting a timely Halloween theme, the symbols of this release are represented by black cats, ravens and more foreshadowing icons. These must form a matched combination across the title’s 40 paylines to award a win. Wilds can be substituted for any base game symbols — offering up a treat for the chance of extra wins.

The misty, moonlit streets of Victorian London play host to howling werewolves in Blueprint Gaming’s latest slot launch Full Moon Fever. Just in time for Halloween, this feature-rich addition to the studio’s Q4 games roadmap offers undiscovered riches when the full moon rises. Flickering streetlamps provide an eery glow to the game board, accompanied by an atmospheric soundtrack of clock strikes and howls to provide an immersive gameplay experience for players.

Players have the opportunity to experience the mystical allure of the afterlife in Destino das Almas, the latest slot release from up-and-coming Swedish games developer Gaming Corps. Destino das Almas is a five-reel video slot, giving players the chance to spin the reels and unlock the captivating world of Day of the Dead. The game features Random Wilds in the main game and an innovative Bingo Bonus that is awarded via three Scatters, as players find out if fate will grant them eternal riches.

Latest ‘Powered by OneTouch’ slot Tonatiuh’s Legacy serves up impressive features and 1,125 ways to win, with the popular Aztec theme set to appeal to a wide audience. The release features an array of wilds, win multipliers and free spins, with major rewards on offer the deeper the game’s secrets are explored. The base game’s distinctive 3x5x5x5x3 board hosts Gold High-Paying Symbols in the middle three reels, and when they align to create a winning combination, they turn into Wilds on the next spin.

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Scientific Games Partners with LEIA to Drive Digital Innovation Across European Lotteries
Scientific Games has strengthened its position in the European digital lottery market after being selected as a strategic digital partner by the Lotteries Entertainment Innovation Alliance (LEIA). The alliance brings together five of Europe’s most prominent lottery operators: Danske Spil (Denmark), FDJ United (France), Norsk Tipping (Norway), Svenska Spel (Sweden), and Veikkaus Oy (Finland).
The partnership positions Scientific Games at the center of LEIA’s mission to accelerate digital transformation across member lotteries. By fostering collaboration and shared innovation, LEIA aims to enhance digital growth, strengthen market positions, and ensure responsible engagement with modern and younger adult audiences.
According to Morten Eriksen, CEO of LEIA, innovation is a cornerstone of the alliance’s strategy. The selection of Scientific Games reflects LEIA’s commitment to developing digital experiences that align with evolving consumer expectations while maintaining responsible gaming standards. Through this collaboration, LEIA seeks to balance technological advancement with social responsibility, a growing priority for European lottery operators.
Formed as a shared innovation platform, LEIA enables its members to access a collective marketplace for digital games and services. This structure allows participating lotteries to benefit from improved scalability, faster time-to-market, and reduced development costs through shared resources and purchasing power. The alliance model is designed to streamline operations while encouraging creativity and experimentation in digital lottery content.
Under the newly signed two-year agreement, Scientific Games will deliver digital game projects aligned with LEIA’s strategic initiatives. As the world’s largest creator and supplier of lottery games, Scientific Games will also provide localized digital titles from its extensive portfolio of more than 270 premium games developed by SG Studios. In addition, the company will design bespoke digital games tailored to the unique preferences and regulatory environments of individual LEIA markets.
Matt Lynch, President of Digital at Scientific Games, highlighted the long-standing relationship between the company and LEIA’s member lotteries. He emphasized that the expanded partnership will support lotteries in reaching new audiences, enhancing engagement, and shaping the future of digital lottery entertainment across Europe.
Through this collaboration, LEIA will gain access to Scientific Games’ expansive library of over 100 licensed brands, alongside a growing catalog of digital instant games distributed via the SG Content Hub. This platform connects innovative third-party studios with lottery operators worldwide, expanding content diversity and accelerating innovation. Studios such as Random State, BWLoto EHF, and Harman Connected Services GmbH have also been selected as part of the LEIA collaboration, further enriching the alliance’s digital ecosystem.
Scientific Games currently serves more than 30 iLottery customers globally, delivering advanced digital solutions including CRM systems, loyalty programs, promotions, mobile and web applications, and second-chance initiatives. With operations spanning 150 lotteries in 50 countries, the company continues to play a pivotal role in shaping both retail and digital lottery experiences worldwide.
The partnership with LEIA underscores Scientific Games’ commitment to driving digital innovation at scale while supporting responsible growth in the European lottery sector.
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Scientific Games Enters Digital Collab with Lotteries Entertainment Innovation Alliance
Company Will Deliver Digital Game Projects to European Lotteries Group LEIA
Scientific Games has been selected as a digital partner to Lotteries Entertainment Innovation Alliance (LEIA), a collaboration between five leading European lotteries: Danske Spil in Denmark, FDJ United in France, Norsk Tipping in Norway, Svenska Spel in Sweden and Veikkaus Oy in Finland.
“LEIA is an international collaboration between lotteries sharing the same goal to foster open innovation, strengthen market position and boost digital growth locally” said Morten Eriksen, CEO of LEIA. “Our focus on innovation has naturally led to the selection of Scientific Games as our digital partner. We support digital development that meets modern customer expectations, including younger adult audiences in a responsible way.”
LEIA was formed to help its partner lotteries accelerate digital innovation by creating a shared marketplace for relevant games and services. The alliance aims to increase operational efficiency and scalability, enabling each lottery to launch new content faster while reducing costs through collective purchasing power and shared development.
Under the new two-year agreement, Scientific Games—the world’s largest creator and provider of lottery games—will deliver digital games projects to LEIA based on strategic initiatives determined by the Alliance. Scientific Games will also offer localized games from its portfolio of more than 270 premier digital titles developed by SG Studios, and develop bespoke games tailored to specific LEIA markets.
“Scientific Games is a long-time, trusted business partner to the individual lotteries in the alliance, providing a broad portfolio of products and services. We’re thrilled to further extend our collaboration through this strategic digital partnership with LEIA, helping these lotteries expand their reach, engage new audiences and continue shaping the future of lottery entertainment,” said Matt Lynch, President of Digital for Scientific Games.
Through the partnership, LEIA will gain access to Scientific Games’ portfolio of more than 100 licensed brands, as well as a growing library of digital instant games created by partner studios made available through the company’s SG Content Hub, which connects innovative studios and their content to lotteries around the world.
Lynch added, “Scientific Games congratulates our game studio partners, Sweden-based Random State, BWLoto EHF and Harman Connected Services GmbH, who have also been selected for this LEIA collaboration.”
Serving more than 30 iLottery customers globally, Scientific Games offers world-leading digital programs including CRM, loyalty, promotions, second-chance, mobile and web applications. The company provides retail and digital games, technology, analytics and services to 150 lotteries in 50 countries worldwide, offering entertaining game content featuring the largest portfolio of licensed brands in the lottery industry.
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MOVEMBER TEAMS UP WITH RIOT GAMES EMEA ESPORTS
TLDR:
- Movember is partnering with the League of Legends EMEA Championship (LEC), VALORANT Champions Tour (VCT) EMEA, and Game Changers EMEA Championship as the Official Mental Health Partner, supporting players, team staff and the wider community for the 2026 and 2027 seasons.
Date: January 20, 2026 [London]
What you need to know:
- Riot Games and Movember announce a multi-year partnership focused on embedding mental health and wellbeing into the EMEA esports ecosystem.
- The partnership will integrate mental health and wellbeing frameworks, support systems, and initiatives across the leagues.
- Movember will provide tools and resources to better manage competitive pressure, build healthier habits, and be encouraged to discuss mental health openly.
- Planned initiatives for the upcoming year include mental health training for players and staff, and player-only roundtables on stress and coping strategies, with a view to use this to cascade content and guidance to the wider esports community.
- Movember will share messaging on the broadcasts and on-site during events that highlight the importance of mental health and help reduce the stigma around honest discussions and seeking help when needed.
- Together, Movember and Riot Games aim to make the gaming environment a healthier environment for all.
Quote from Daniel Ringland, Head of VALORANT Esports, EMEA:
“Supporting the wellbeing of the VCT EMEA community, our players, and team staff is something we are committed to strengthening, so we’re thrilled to welcome Movember as a partner. While supporting open conversations and ensuring our players know trusted resources are available is a priority, this partnership also helps raise awareness around mental health and wellbeing across the wider VCT EMEA community. Movember’s expertise will help normalize these discussions beyond the competitive stage, and provide the tools so everyone connected to our ecosystem feels supported by professionals committed to making a positive impact.”
Quote from Maximilian Peter Schmidt, Director of League of Legends Esports, EMEA
“Partnering with Movember allows us to take our commitment to supporting the wellbeing of our players and teams to the next level. We want our community to feel empowered to speak openly about the challenges they face and know resources are available if needed. Gaming should be a safe and healthy space for everyone, and this partnership will help us ensure that the environment is maintained and strengthened.”
Quote from Dan Cooper, Global Director, Innovations at Movember:
“Movember is committed to bring community first solutions to today’s most urgent mental health challenges. Esports is a focus area for our work in mental health, and by working with Riot Games we aim to have a real impact and drive positive change in esports.”
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