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Week 46/2023 slot games releases
Here are this weeks latest slots releases compiled by European Gaming
Habanero takes players on a vintage voyage to the Greek empire in its latest slot, Zeus Deluxe. Players go on an epic journey in this 5×4 escapade in lavish surroundings, as excitement reigns supreme with each spin promising thrilling surprises, featuring Wilds, Money Respins and Free Games. The Zeus Wild appears in the base game and Free Games, and when these land in a winning combination, they lock in place for the next spin as riches abound for users.
Peter & Sons have teamed up with leading iGaming publisher Yggdrasil to open the gate to the darkest corners of the city zoo in their latest feature-rich release, Animafia. The game sees the animals embark on a daring mission to escape their cages, with big cash prizes on offer through a number of features and mechanics including power wilds, a collect feature, and a free spins bonus with roaming wilds, powerups and retriggers.
4ThePlayer is excited to announce the launch of its latest creation, 21 Thor Lightning Ways. This electrifying new slot game invites players to step into the realm of Norse mythology and join the mighty Thor in an epic adventure packed with thunderous wins and lightning-charged excitement! In 21 Thor Lightning Ways, players are treated to the excitement of 3,125 ways with the striking power of Lightning Ways!
Tom Horn Gaming rolls out a perennial favourite among slot enthusiasts, the ‘book of’ style game, Book of Cleo. The game takes players on an adventure through the ancient tombs of Egypt, guided by the Queen herself, promising players the chance to uncover legendary treasures, intriguing mechanics, and the potential for substantial wins.
Yggdrasil, has teamed up once again with ReelPlay to deliver Mega Money Machine, with its innovative reels set to give players the chance for some supercharged payouts. The game features a single win line and is played over three or four reels, depending on the stake selected. The total win is determined by the combination of numbers that appear on the central payline. These are joined from left to right to form the total win, in direct correspondence to the bet amount.
Pragmatic Play, invites players to don their cowboy boots and head to the Wild West with The Wild Gang. Set at sundown in a Western town, the title features a 3-4-4-4-4-3 reel formation, with symbols including bottles and sheriff badges appearing on the game grid. Players must make winning combinations of at least three symbols from left to right to land a win.
Rise up the ranks like a wise guy in the underworld of mobsters with the latest ‘Powered by OneTouch’ release, King of Mafia. Set in the gritty inner city against a backdrop of flickering signs and vintage cars, the 5×3 title presents players with 243 ways to win in this feature-rich instalment. In the base game, wins come tumbling down in a cascading fashion, allowing more symbols to drop for another chance of a win.
Armadillo Studios has announced the official release of its latest title, Book of Armadillo. This high volatility, 3×5, ‘Book of’ game features the popular armadillo character, who returns to players’ screens with a mission to secure as many riches as possible, hidden within an ancient Mayan temple set deep in a tropical rainforest.
Play’n GO welcomes some interstellar visitors back to Earth for the holidays in Invading Vegas: Las Christmas, an online slot pulsing with out-of-this-world fun. After crashing into Santa’s sleigh, these crazy aliens have agreed to take his place this year. After all, a planet can be invaded any day of the week; Christmas only happens once a year. This five-reel online slot will have players seeking to create winning combinations of symbols while also getting the chance to unwrap some exciting features too.
“Book of Northern Lights” launched this week, a 5×3, 10 payline slot and the latest title from the Berlin-based Hölle Games. The game occurs far north in the lands of ice and adventure, where lights dance across the midnight sky. While it is said the Vikings believed the aurora borealis to be reflections of the Valkyries’ armour as they led the warriors to Odin, the Explorer character in Book of Northern Lights knows better – they are an ethereal roadmap towards unimaginable riches.
Gaming Corps presents players with a fishing adventure like no other in Lobster Hotpot — the latest slot release from the Swedish specialist in arcade-style casino games. Players can plunge into mesmerising depths and reel in fantastic prizes in this thrilling aquatic journey. The aim of the game is to cast reels in the depths to collect Fish, or land the Hotpot symbol to collect Lobsters; those Lobsters can then collect Fish themselves and fatten up their value.
Compliance Updates
CT Interactive announces certification of new games for the Italian market
CT Interactive is thrilled to announce that new titles have officially received certification for the Italian market, ready to bring a fresh wave of entertainment to players across the country. This certification ensures that the games adhere to Italy’s stringent regulatory standards for fairness, security, and quality, reinforcing CT Interactive’s dedication to providing top-tier gaming experiences.
The newly certified games include: 5x Cherry Party, Christmas Storm, Jester Jack, Lucky Kiwi, Mega Gnome, Piggy Crash, Star Girl, The Big Chilli, The New Queen of Fruits, Treasure Chase.
These exciting games offer a diverse range of themes, from the festive charm of Christmas Storm to the whimsical adventures of Piggy Crash and Mega Gnome. Whether players are in the mood for the nostalgic appeal of a classic fruit slot like The New Queen of Fruits, or looking for thrilling treasure hunts in Treasure Chase, there’s something for every type of player.
Each game has been developed with a focus on delivering engaging features, rewarding bonuses, and immersive gameplay. With unique mechanics and visually striking graphics, these releases are designed to captivate Italian players and keep them returning for more.
CT Interactive remains committed to enhancing the Italian gaming landscape by consistently providing fresh, exciting content and introducing new ways to play.
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SOFTSWISS Survey Q3’24: 58% Cite Crypto as Key Driver in New Markets
SOFTSWISS, a tech company and pioneer in crypto gaming with over 15 years of experience, conducted a survey revealing that the majority view crypto as a key driver for growth in new markets. Experts also analysed this year’s crypto bets to share the latest insights.
Bitcoin recently reached a historic high, getting closer to 90,000 euro per coin. However, during the third quarter of 2024, it faced its sharpest drop in several years. SOFTSWISS experts examine how these market shifts have influenced iGaming performance in the quarterly ‘State of Crypto’ analytics.
A Quarter of the World’s Population Engages in iGaming
Global iGaming statistics indicate that approximately 26% of the world’s population were ever engaged in iGaming. By 2028, the iGaming market is projected to reach 243.2 million users, with a market volume nearing 130 billion euro, a substantial portion of which is expected to involve cryptocurrency.
SOFTSWISS data shows that during the 9 months of 2024, the Total Bet Sum, including both fiat and crypto, increased by 43.1% compared to the same period of 2023. Simultaneously, the Total Bet Count showed even more impressive growth, surpassing 44.5%.
An in-depth comparison analysis since 2022 demonstrates fiat bets are rising much more rapidly than crypto. A comparison between the first nine months of 2024 and the same period of the previous year revealed that the Fiat Bet Sum achieved a 50.4% boost. The conservative approach toward payment methods has resulted in Crypto Bet Sum growing at a slower pace compared to fiat and has led to a modest 4-percentage-points (p.p.) decline in the crypto share in 2024.
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Potential of Crypto in iGaming 2025
According to the SOFTSWISS iGaming Trends 2025 Report, cryptocurrency is set to remain one of the preferred payment methods within the sector. Based on the company’s survey, 58% of respondents identified crypto as the primary driver of growth in new markets, underscoring its essential role in shaping the industry’s future.
Vitali Matsukevich, Chief Operating Officer at SOFTSWISS, reflects on the possibilities of crypto: “Integrating crypto payments allows iGaming businesses to operate globally, delivering greater speed and convenience. With iGaming’s naturally borderless reach, this expands platforms’ access to a wider international audience, boosting their global growth potential.”
“What is more, crypto transaction fees can be almost three times lower compared to traditional fiat gateways, allowing iGaming businesses to save on processing costs and reinvest that capital”, adds Max Krupyshev, CEO of CryptoProcessing by CoinsPaid.
SOFTSWISS data confirms stable interest in crypto. In the first nine months of 2024, the Crypto Bet Sum increased by 15.2% compared to the same period the previous year. A long-term quarter-by-quarter analysis reveals a consistent growth pattern, though the third quarter of 2024 saw a 9 p.p. decline from the previous quarter. The drop aligns with the decline in the exchange rates of major cryptocurrencies, including Bitcoin, Litecoin, and Ethereum, which occurred in the third quarter.
Meanwhile, the Crypto Bet Count rose by 16.2% in Q3 2024, indicating stable interest in crypto gaming. This combination reveals that while engagement in crypto betting remains steady, the total wagered sum is closely correlated to fluctuations in cryptocurrency exchange rates.
Altcoins Share Growth
The top five most popular cryptos in iGaming have remained stable over the years, with some shifts in the ranking order. Bitcoin, Ethereum, Litecoin, Tether, and Dogecoin are the most popular among crypto players. While altcoins accounted for only 25.1% of bets over the first nine months of last year, their share increased significantly to over 47% during the same period in 2024.
Bitcoin’s share dropped by 22 p.p. during the nine months of 2024 compared to the same period of 2023. At the same time, Tether and Litecoin saw the most impressive share growth, with over 8 p.p. and 7.8 p.p., respectively. Ethereum strengthened by 4.9 p.p.
Another impactful trend reveals some casinos, like Rollbit and Shuffle, utilise their own iGaming tokens to boost player engagement. Tokens designed specifically for gaming offer enhanced compatibility across platforms, lower volatility, and exclusive perks for users. Crypto drives the development of new payment methods and business growth.
Vitali Matsukevich summarises: “Crypto offers iGaming operators key advantages beyond lower costs and global reach. Blockchain enhances safety and fairness through transparency and traceability, with each transaction and game result permanently recorded and tamper-proof. Partnering with trusted crypto experts allows operators to harness these benefits, positioning themselves for growth and effectively navigating market shifts.”
The new SOFTSWISS iGaming Trends 2025 Report offers more insights about crypto in the ever-evolving iGaming sector. The visionary report is free to download via the link.
About SOFTSWISS
SOFTSWISS is an international technology company with over 15 years of experience in developing innovative solutions for the iGaming industry. SOFTSWISS holds a number of gaming licences and provides comprehensive software for managing iGaming projects. The company’s product portfolio includes the Online Casino Platform, the Game Aggregator with over 23,500 casino games, the Affilka affiliate platform, the Sportsbook software and the Jackpot Aggregator. In 2013, SOFTSWISS revolutionised the industry by introducing the world’s first Bitcoin-optimised online casino solution. The expert team, based in Malta, Poland, and Georgia, counts over 2,000 employees.
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Sumsub and SoftGamings Forge Strategic Partnership to Enhance Player Verification and Fraud Prevention
Sumsub, a global full-cycle verification platform, and SoftGamings, a leading developer of gaming platforms and turnkey iGaming systems, are pleased to announce a strategic partnership aimed at strengthening the security and compliance features of iGaming solutions worldwide.
This collaboration combines Sumsub’s cutting-edge verification technologies with SoftGamings’ innovative gaming platforms, ensuring smoother player onboarding, enhanced fraud detection, and seamless, secure user experiences. Under this partnership, SoftGamings will integrate Sumsub’s advanced KYC (Know Your Customer) checks, Player Behavior Monitoring, Fraud Networks Detection, and Payment Fraud Prevention solutions into its platform, offering clients enhanced protection against fraud while streamlining the user journey from registration to gameplay.
“Security and reliability are at the core of everything we do at SoftGamings,” said Anna Kiselova, Head of Partnerships at SoftGamings. “Teaming up with Sumsub strengthens our commitment to providing our customers with a platform that is not only feature-rich but also secure and aligned with the highest industry standards. This collaboration ensures that our clients can offer their players a safe and seamless experience, without compromising on performance or speed.”
SoftGamings’ platform currently handles over 50 billion transactions annually, supports 100 million registered players, and boasts an uptime rate among the best in the industry. Through this partnership, SoftGamings aims to provide its clients with an even more secure environment, allowing for faster player onboarding, enhanced fraud detection capabilities, and a smoother user experience overall.
The partnership also promises to empower gaming operators to monitor player behavior more effectively, identify potential risks, and prevent fraud before it happens—all while complying with ever-evolving regulatory requirements.
“We are thrilled to partner with SoftGamings, a company with a long-standing reputation for providing high-performance iGaming platforms,” comments Kris Galloway, Head of iGaming Product at Sumsub. “By combining our industry-leading verification and fraud prevention tools with SoftGamings’ cutting-edge solutions, we’re able to offer iGaming operators across the globe a seamless and secure experience from day one. This partnership represents a significant step forward in simplifying compliance and reducing digital fraud in the iGaming ecosystem.”
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