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Week 10/2024 slot games releases
Here are this weeks latest slots releases compiled by European Gaming
Blueprint Gaming has launched a foray into multiplayer slot gaming with Reel Rivals on United Kingdom brand Sky Vegas, marking a major step forward in tournament-based, interactive online slot gameplay. Developed in partnership with game design and development studio HungryBear Gaming using its successful Slot Masters template, Reel Rivals is a unique and free-to-play game that pits three players head-to-head.

Games Global’s Stormcraft Studios has announced the upcoming launch of the anticipated sequel Immortal Romance II, twelve years on from the release of the timeless classic that has captivated the online gaming industry. Immortal Romance II offers an even more immersive experience with the beautiful, hand-crafted game supported by incredible cinematic win animations as well as a powerful new original soundtrack.

PG Soft, a world-class digital mobile games company, has unearthed its latest glittering title, Gemstones Gold. This is a 5x 6 symbols video slot that shines thanks to its innovative multiplier reel, offering multipliers of up to x500. The game displays an array of precious gemstones including gold, ruby, purple, blue, green and brown stones.

With spring almost upon us, innovative casino software supplier, Swintt, has announced it will be embarking on a wild journey through the heart of nature in Max the Winner – an all-new slot adventure where free spins with acorn upgrades can lead to huge prizes. Played out across a 5×3 gameboard with 10 fixed paylines, this woodland-themed release features all manner of cute critters across its reels, with the magnificent kingfisher acting as the slot’s highest paying icon and plucky Max the squirrel making an appearance in the bonus round.

Relax Gaming, has launched Firewins Factory, its latest high-octane slot featuring fun, frenzy, and fireworks aplenty. Players can win a maximum of 20,000x their stake by way of six different wild symbols. Explosive Wilds, Cross Wilds, Diagonal Cross Wilds, Horizontal Wilds, Vertical Wilds, and Random Spread Wilds can all land, adding to the game’s explosive nature.

Yggdrasil, a leading iGaming publisher, and Reflex Gaming have joined forces to unveil Book of Blarney GigaBlox™, just in time for St. Patrick’s Day. This latest addition to their portfolio takes the beloved Irish theme to new heights by incorporating the popular Game Engagement Mechanic (GEM) GigaBlox™. Players can expect reels adorned with Irish symbols such as horseshoes, pints of stout, pots of gold, and the cheerful figure of Blarney himself.

With Shamrock Saints, slot supplier Push Gaming has put its own spin on the industry staple theme of leprechauns, taking players into the mysterious and fun world of the mischievous sprites from Irish folklore. Exploring a side of the supernatural beings that countless previous games have yet to tackle, Push’s latest colourful slot follows the antics of a gang of rowdy leprechauns, hell-bent on plundering and drinking, that have taken over their local tavern.

Nolimit City are done blasting through mines with their latest hit slot Fire in the Hole 2. They’re now poised to turn from dynamite to darkness – a realm the award-winning provider is well known for. With mega-hits such as ‘Mental’, ‘Tombstone RIP’, and more recently ‘True Kult’ rocking the slots industry over the years, their latest slot Possessed promises to push their signature sinister style even further, showcasing their mastery of all things demented.

R. Franco Digital, has launched a follow-up to its top-performing fruit slot 40 Super 7 with a new iteration offering a thrilling bonus game in 40 Super 7 Free Spins. Taking place on a 5×4 grid, a host of classic slot fruit symbols fill the reels including lucky sevens wilds, which substitute other icons to help form winning combinations across the slot’s 40 paylines.

Endorphina has recently released a new cat-themed title, Aristocats. Revolving around royalty and prestige, this online slot gives you the opportunity to create your own purrfect Kingdom. Aristocats is a 5-reel, 3-row slot with 25 fixed paylines, where players encounter cats with important titles like princesses and dukes. Set in a stunning castle, the slot depicts the opulent lifestyle splendidly, allowing players to collect priceless jewels and crowns as part of the royal treasure.

Wazdan, the gain-focused developer behind some of the world’s most rewarding casino game experiences, has further expanded its popular Coins™ series with its latest launch, 15 Coins™: Grand Gold Edition. This slot builds upon the success of its predecessors, offering users even more opportunities to cash in huge rewards on its 15 reels.

Just when you thought the classic fruit-based slot formula couldn’t be taken any further, popular German-based casino software provider, Apparat Gaming, has once again blazed a trail with its red-hot release, 1-2-3 Wilds On Fire. Featuring all the familiar symbols and iconic casino-style sounds, this red hot release features a 5×3 reel layout, 10 fixed paylines and wins that pay from left-to-right and right-to-left – resulting in a medium-high volatility and maximum wins of 1,500x the bet.

Spinomenal has cast more slots magic with the launch of its title, Queen of Shadows. Set within a 5×4 layout, this game whisks players into a mysterious and enchanting atmosphere, complemented with an eerie soundtrack that heightens the ambiance. Medium symbols include a crown, potion bottle, glass daggers, and a dark raven, all contributing to the game’s dark feel. At the heart of Queen of Shadows is the Wild symbol, represented by the striking Queen herself.

Join a brave thrill-seeker on a journey to uncover the secrets of Queen Nitocris’ tomb in Play’n GO’s latest Dead series title, Banquet of Dead. In this brand-new 5×3 online slot, players are invited to the dusty, cavernous tomb of Queen Nitocris in Ancient Egypt. As players venture deeper into the tomb, they’ll come across the Banquet of Queen Nitocris, rife with dangerous obstacles and tasty traps.

Evoplay is holding players captive on a train through the American frontier in its latest release Bandit Bust where an outlaw shoots a hail of multiplier wilds. Journeying through the Wild West, Bandit Bust takes place on a 5×3 grid where the train’s passengers and their luggage are held ransom as the game’s symbols. The heist for riches is elevated through the Wild Bandit Random Event which sees up to six Wilds appear on the reels.

Blueprint Gaming provides a touch of nostalgia to players in search of sizzling wins in its latest release, 777 Deluxe, a fiery adaptation of the traditional 3×3 slot 7s Deluxe. All the classic fruit and bar symbols return to a colourful background, with flames engulfing the reels alongside a vibrant soundtrack, creating an immersive gameplay experience redolent of a retro slot machine, but with modern features.

Pragmatic Play, has released Big Bass Day at the Races – just in time for the Cheltenham Festival. This engaging 5×3 Slot sees everyone’s favourite fisherman swap his fishing line for the finish line as he heads off in search of fun on the furlongs. While thematically different from other games in the iconic Big Bass series, this new adventure on dry land offers familiar gameplay, with money symbols in the base game randomly collected on occasion with multipliers up to 50x.

Yggdrasil joins forces once again with AceRun to bring you their latest game 5 Sevens Hold & Win, a classic slot with a modern Hold & Win gameplay. The 5-reel slot boasts old-school fruit machine mechanics that are boosted by the inclusion of a Hold & Win feature and four lucrative fixed jackpots. Should six or more coin symbols land anywhere on the reels the Hold & Win feature will trigger.

Games Global exclusive studio, High Limit Studio, has launched Beef Up The Bonus™, its most exciting game to date, packed with engaging and immersive mechanics and features. A mighty blue bull guides players over rugged terrains in this Wild West-themed online slot, offering free spins, a Link&Win™ feature, a Link&Win™ Upgrade Trail, and a wheel bonus on their journey.

3 Oaks Gaming has launched its latest slot, Sky Pearls: Hold and Win, marking the introduction of the first 4×4 reel grid in its esteemed Hold and Win series. During the main game, the Dragon Symbol acts as the Wild, assisting players in crafting winning combinations by replacing regular symbols. To secure a win, players must land a minimum of eight matching symbols anywhere across the reel.

With St. Patrick’s Day just around the corner, Berlin-based Hölle Games (after pressure from local kobolds) launched a new slot title, “Leprechaun Respin”. For those unaware, kobolds are mischievous sprites native to Germany and cousins of the common Irish leprechaun. Like their Irish relatives, kobolds have a huge capacity for mischief and so to ensure their goodwill, Hölle Games created this tribute slot for all the wee folk on the Emerald Isle. The 5×3, 20 payline features the titular Leprechaun who will, once free spins are unlocked, provide respins on any winning paylines.

In its latest game release, Aarupolis, Tom Horn Gaming, wittily expands on the ancient Egypt slot genre, taking players on a unique gaming journey where Egyptian mythology meets sci-fi. With its medium/high variance gameplay and an RTP of 95.2%, Aarupolis introduces a scatter pays mechanic as well as a new proprietary feature BlastX to the supplier’s portfolio. Together with other exciting features, they make up for an incredibly engaging and smooth gameplay experience, full of high win potential.

In preparation for the iconic Irish celebration this month, Boldplay are inviting players to raise their glasses and say ‘slainte’ to prosperity and good fortune in Paddy’s Pints – a refreshing new cascading reels slot where players can land free spins and huge clover pays!

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Betting.za.com Publishes its 2026 Guide to Online Betting in South Africa
Betting.za.com, one of South Africa’s leading resources for legal online betting information, has published its 2026 guide to online betting, aimed at helping local punters navigate licensed bookmakers, understand regulatory requirements, and make more informed betting decisions.
As South Africa’s betting market continues to expand, players are faced with more options than ever—alongside increasing confusion around legality, payments, and withdrawals. Betting.za.com’s updated 2026 hub focuses on a simple principle: online betting in South Africa should only be done through provincially licensed operators that offer transparent terms, secure banking, and responsible gambling tools.
A Legal-First Focus for South African Bettors
At the core of the 2026 update is an emphasis on regulation. Betting.za.com explains that online sports betting and horse racing betting are legal in South Africa when offered by bookmakers licensed by a provincial gambling board. These regulated platforms are required to meet minimum standards around player protection, payments, and responsible gambling.
To reduce misinformation, the site has expanded its Online Gambling Law section, breaking down how South Africa’s betting regulation works, the role of provincial authorities, and what players should check before registering—such as licence details, terms and conditions, and payment safeguards.
What’s New in the 2026 Betting.za.com Update
The 2026 guide is structured around three areas most important to everyday South African bettors.
1) Improved comparisons of licensed bookmakers
Betting.za.com’s updated bookmaker comparison pages focus on South African-facing operators, with each review built around the same practical checklist. Brands covered in the 2026 comparisons include:
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Hollywoodbets, highlighted as a well-established local bookmaker with strong horse racing coverage, major sports markets, and regular promotions for South African players.Plus free no deposit bonus offer on sign up.
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ZARbet, presented as a locally built bookmaker offering a streamlined betting experience and support for popular payment methods such as Ozow and SiD.
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10bet, noted for its broad sports coverage—particularly football—alongside a wide range of pre-match and in-play betting markets.
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JabulaBets, positioned as a multi-product platform combining sportsbook, casino-style games, and esports, with frequent promotions and loyalty-style incentives.
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Lucky Fish, profiled as a newer option offering a low-commitment welcome experience that combines sports betting with casino-style entertainment.
Each profile covers licensing details, trust signals, available sports and markets, promotions where applicable, local payment options, withdrawal expectations, and key terms players should review—allowing readers to compare bookmakers on substance rather than marketing hype.
2) A clearer “how to bet” guide for new players
The 2026 update strengthens Betting.za.com’s step-by-step walkthrough for first-time bettors. The guide covers the full betting journey, including choosing a licensed site, registering (and completing FICA checks where required), making a deposit, selecting a market, placing a bet, and withdrawing winnings.
To help beginners, the site also explains common betting terminology and formats—such as match results, totals, handicaps, accumulators, and odds—along with how returns are calculated. Practical considerations like minimum odds requirements on promotions, bet settlement rules, and the difference between bonus bets and withdrawable cash are also clearly outlined.
3) Local banking and payout expectations
Betting.za.com’s 2026 hub places strong emphasis on South African-friendly banking options, including EFT, debit and credit cards, and eWallet services such as Ozow and SiD. The guide explains what typically affects withdrawal timelines, including verification checks, banking cut-off times, and first-time withdrawal reviews.
Players are encouraged to review a bookmaker’s banking and payments page before depositing, paying close attention to supported methods, processing windows, and any limits or conditions that may apply.
How Betting.za.com Evaluates Betting Sites
Rather than simply listing operators, Betting.za.com outlines a 10-step review process designed to assess compliance and player experience. Key evaluation areas include:
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Provincial licensing and regulation
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Site security and transparent terms
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Registration and FICA requirements
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Support for local banking methods
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Promotions and sign-up offers (where applicable)
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Betting markets and odds depth
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Website and app performance
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Customer support responsiveness
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Withdrawal speed and reliability
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Responsible gambling tools such as limits, time-outs, and self-exclusion
Helping Players Avoid Illegal or High-Risk Platforms
A major theme of the 2026 guide is consumer protection. Betting.za.com highlights the distinction between licensed betting and activities not regulated under South African law. The site notes that while sports and horse racing betting are licensed, online casino-style interactive gambling is not regulated locally, and warns against offshore platforms due to risks such as delayed or frozen withdrawals and limited consumer recourse.
Players are advised to verify provincial licence details, confirm secure payment methods, and look for responsible gambling measures as key trust indicators.
Industry Comment
“South Africans shouldn’t have to guess whether a betting site is legal, or only discover the rules when it’s time to withdraw,” said Dennis Kumar, Chief Editor at Betting.za.com. “Our 2026 focus is clarity—reviewing licensed bookmakers, explaining how betting works in plain language, and helping players bet safely and responsibly.”
The updated 2026 guide, along with bookmaker reviews, betting tutorials, and legal explainers, is now available on Betting.za.com.
18+ only. Please gamble responsibly. Terms and conditions apply.
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Rocket League Major Set for Paris’ La Défense Arena; Tickets On Sale February 12
The Rocket League Championship Series (RLCS) is officially returning to France, with Major 2 of the 2026 season set to take over Paris’ iconic La Défense Arena. Tickets for the live audience days will go on general sale Thursday, February 12.
Running from May 20–24, RLCS Major 2 will bring the world’s best Rocket League teams to the French capital. The final three days of competition will be played live in front of fans at Paris La Défense Arena, the largest indoor arena in Europe, promising a blockbuster esports experience on a massive stage.
France has rapidly cemented its reputation as one of Rocket League’s most passionate strongholds. Last September, the Rocket League World Championship 2025 concluded in spectacular fashion in Lyon, where NRG Esports lifted the trophy in front of nearly 10,000 fans at the LDLC Arena. With 20 elite teams and 60 players representing every major region, the event showcased France’s electric atmosphere and growing influence as a global hub for top-tier Rocket League competition—momentum that now carries straight into Paris.
Following Major 1 in Boston, the world’s top teams will arrive in Paris to battle for a share of the $345,000 prize pool, along with crucial RLCS points that count toward qualification for the Rocket League World Championship later this year.
Tickets go on general sale Thursday, February 12 at 1 AM PT / 10 AM CET, with presale access opening on Wednesday, February 11. Fans can sign up through official Rocket League Esports channels to receive an exclusive presale link.
For full event details and ticket updates, visit the official Rocket League Competitive website.
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Betting.za.com Publishes its 2026 Guide to Online Betting in South Africa
Betting.za.com, South Africa’s leading source for legal online betting information, has released its 2026 update aimed at helping local punters find licensed online betting options, compare reputable bookmakers, and understand what South African online gambling law does (and doesn’t) allow.
With South Africa’s betting market continuing to grow, players face more choice than ever — but also more noise. Betting.za.com’s 2026 hub is built around one simple idea: if you’re betting online, you should be doing it through bookmakers licensed by provincial gambling boards, supported by clear terms, secure payments, and responsible gambling tools.
A Legal-First Approach for Everyday Bettors
Betting.za.com positions its core content around regulated betting, highlighting that online betting is legal in South Africa when the operator is licensed by a provincial board. The site’s updated guidance explains that online sports betting and horse racing betting are legal when done through licensed operators, with clearer safeguards and standards associated with regulated platforms.
The platform also publishes an “Online Gambling Law” guide intended to reduce confusion and misinformation, breaking down how regulation works and what players should check before placing a bet (including licence details and the role of provincial authorities).
What Betting.za.com is Bringing to the Table in 2026
The 2026 update centres on three practical things South African bettors tend to care about most:
1) Better comparisons of licensed bookmakers
As part of the 2026 update, Betting.za.com’s bookmaker comparison pages include dedicated coverage of well-known South African-facing brands. Below are examples of brands covered in the 2026 comparisons, each profiled using the same checklist:
- Hollywoodbets is positioned as a trusted local name with especially strong horse racing coverage, alongside major sports markets and regular promotions for South African punters. Plus also free no deposit bonus offer on sign up with hollywoodbets.
- ZARbet is presented as a proudly South African bookmaker built around a simple, low-friction betting experience, with support for popular local payment options like Ozow and SiD.
- 10bet is highlighted for deep coverage across major sports — particularly football — plus a strong range of pre-match and in-play markets and a competitive welcome offer for new customers.
- JabulaBets is covered as an all-in-one platform combining sportsbook, online casino and esports, with a heavy emphasis on promotions, tournaments and VIP-style perks for active players.
- Lucky Fish is profiled as a newer entrant with a “try it first” style welcome, combining sports and casino-style entertainment and a no-deposit sign-up incentive.
Each operator profile is structured around the same practical checkpoints — licensing and trust signals, key sports and markets, promotions (where relevant), local payment options, withdrawal expectations, and the terms players should read before placing a bet — so readers can compare like-for-like instead of relying on hype.
2) A clearer “how to bet” path for new players
The 2026 update strengthens Betting.za.com’s step-by-step walkthrough for new users: choose a licensed site, register (including potential ID/FICA steps), deposit, pick a sport and market, place a bet, and withdraw. To reduce confusion for first-time punters, the guide also unpacks the betting language that frequently trips people up — covering common bet types and market formats such as match results, totals, handicaps, and accumulators, along with how odds translate into potential returns.
In addition, Betting.za.com highlights practical “first-bet” considerations, including minimum odds requirements on certain promotions, how bet settlement works, and the difference between bonus bets and withdrawable cash. The result is a clearer, more structured starting point designed to help new players move from registration to placing their first wager with fewer surprises.
3) Local banking and payout expectations
Betting.za.com’s 2026 hub highlights South African-friendly deposit routes — including EFT, cards, and eWallet options such as Ozow and SiD — while setting expectations around withdrawals and encouraging players to use trusted, regulated payment methods. The update adds more context around what typically affects payout timelines in real-world use, including verification requirements, banking cut-off times, first-time withdrawal checks, and the policies that can vary between operators.
Betting.za.com also emphasises the importance of reviewing a bookmaker’s banking and payments information before depositing, with a focus on supported methods, typical processing windows, and any common limits or conditions that may apply. By setting out these practical checkpoints in plain language, the guide aims to help players choose deposit and withdrawal methods with greater confidence and fewer friction points.
How Betting.za.com Rates Betting Sites
Rather than simply listing operators, Betting.za.com describes a 10-step evaluation process designed to separate reputable, compliant brands from those that fall short. The checklist includes:
- Licensing and regulation
- Security (such as SSL encryption) and transparent terms
- Ease of registration and FICA process
- Support for local banking methods (including SiD, Ozow, and EFT)
- Promotions and “no deposit” style offers (where applicable)
- Betting markets and odds depth across popular sports
- Site/app performance
- Customer support responsiveness
- Withdrawal speed (with reviewers claiming they confirm payout times)
- Responsible gambling tools such as deposit limits, time-outs, and self-exclusion
Spotlighting Popular SA Bookmakers and Key Trust Signals
In its “Best Sports Betting Sites in 2026” section, the site presents a short list of featured operators and includes trust markers such as licensing authorities and headline promo information. Examples on the page include operators regulated by bodies such as the Mpumalanga Economic Regulator, the Gauteng Gambling Board, and the Western Cape Gambling and Racing Board, depending on the brand.
Helping Punters Avoid Illegal or Risky Options
A major theme of the platform’s legal content is helping players understand the line between regulated betting and activities that South African law does not license. For example, Betting.za.com’s law guide states that while licensed sports betting is legal, online casino real money style “interactive gambling” products are not licensed in South Africa, and it warns against offshore casino sites due to risks such as frozen withdrawals and lack of consumer protection.
It also advises players to check for provincial licence details (often in a site footer or terms), verify secure payment methods, and look for responsible gambling measures as compliance signals.
Comment
“South Africans shouldn’t have to guess whether a betting site is legal, or learn the hard way which rules matter when it’s time to withdraw,” said Dennis Kumar, Chief Editor at Betting.za.com. “In 2026, we’re focused on clarity — reviewing licensed bookmakers, explaining how betting works in plain language, and pointing players to the information that helps them bet safely and responsibly.”
The updated 2026 guide, bookmaker reviews, betting how-tos, and legal explainers are available now on Betting.za.com.
18+ only. Please gamble responsibly. Terms and conditions apply.
About Betting.za.com
Betting.za.com is a South Africa-focused information platform that publishes bookmaker reviews, betting guides, promotions coverage, and educational content designed to help players choose licensed options, understand key terms, and bet responsibly.
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