The studio is celebrated for its remarkable visual artistry with Pinatas Festival in the “Game Design & Art Direction” category, paired with a Game of the Year nomination for its popular title, Joker Winpot.

Two titles from ELA Games have received nominations in significant categories at the forthcoming SBC Awards.

A major highlight in the iGaming calendar, the SBC Awards Europe honor and celebrate the skill and creativity of the top suppliers and operators in the industry. The 2026 awards will take place at the Xara Lodge in Malta, expected to be a remarkable event featuring the industry’s leading innovators. Receiving these nominations reinforces ELA Games’ goal to revolutionize slot development for the European market via the distinctively engaging stories and intricate visuals of its games.

Among the studio’s most dynamic releases so far, Pinatas Festival has been acknowledged in the Game Design & Art Direction category, highlighting its festive theme, strikingly contrasting colored symbols, and energetic celebratory animations. Alongside it, Joker Winpot, selected for the Casino Entertainment – Game of the Year category, has excelled for the studio. The game features a meticulously crafted Joker on the reels, enchanting players with his playful yet somewhat sinister presence, expertly combining traditional casino visuals with the suspenseful excitement of the iconic Winpot mechanism.

Marharyta Yerina, Managing Director at ELA Games, commented on the nominations: “We are very pleased to be recognized by the SBC Awards in two such competitive categories. I personally love both of these games because they both feel incredibly distinct and full of character, the bright colours of Pinatas Festival make it feel like it is jumping out of the screen, so I am especially happy to see them up for awards. To also have Joker Winpot nominated for Game of the Year is a fantastic validation of the amazing Winpot mechanic.”

The winners will be revealed during the official SBC Awards ceremony on April 30th, where guests will come together to network and view the industry’s most thrilling new games showcased.

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The Head of Business Development at ELA Games collaborates with industry colleagues to explore the forthcoming phase of scalability.

ELA Games is happy to share that Yaroslav Soloshenko, Head of Business Development, will serve as an expert panelist at the forthcoming HIPTHER Prague Summit 2026.

Celebrating its 10th anniversary, the Prague Summit is a focused event for leaders in gaming and technology across Central and Eastern Europe. On Day 2 (March 25, 2026) at 12:00 PM, Yaroslav will take the stage in the QUARTZ Room for a session called: “Game Innovation & Studio Growth: What Scales in 2026.”

Led by the esteemed industry personality Michael Caselli, the dialogue unites a panel of experienced experts, featuring Robert Lenzhofer (Hölle Games), Alexis Wicén (Scatters Group), Alessia Paiano, and Assaf Stieglitz. The session aims to investigate the realities of the contemporary gaming scene, aiding in differentiating between short-term experiments and the sustainable growth strategies that succeed in a competitive, regulated setting.

Yaroslav Soloshenko, Head of Business Development at ELA Games, said of the upcoming session: “Innovation in 2026 is defined by how a good idea adapts to the specific needs of the market. ELA Games is focused on the artistry of our games, making sure every animation and feature meets a standard of quality that itself is a core selling point for our partners. Scaling today requires us to push creative boundaries while finding new ways to maintain a competitive edge in a crowded and ever-changing market. It’s an honor to join such a distinguished panel at the Prague Summit, particularly as HIPTHER marks a decade of bringing together some of the most influential voices in the CEE region.”

The discussion will center on various critical aspects of studio development, such as:

Strategic Innovation Cycles: Syncing ambitious creative experimentation with the practical needs of product-market fit and scalable business success.

Efficient Distribution: Ways specialized studios can broaden their audience via strategic aggregation and partnerships with platforms.

Creative Adaptation: Preserving a studio’s artistic identity while effectively managing the changing technical and regulatory requirements of European markets.

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This high-volatility journey combines vibrant Irish mythology with abundant enchanted pots, enticing bonus wilds, and four enormous jackpots.

ELA Games has officially introduced its newest slot game, Patrick’s Treasure Pots. Set against a scene of undulating green hills and glistening rainbows, this vibrant launch encourages players to team up with Generous Patrick for a spirited celebration filled with enchanting features and substantial rewards.

A Vibrant Adventure to the Green Island

Replacing advanced arenas with rich, conventional folklore, Patrick’s Treasure Pots offers a visually stunning 5×3 grid filled with timeless Celtic symbols. The primary action is motivated by the quest for shiny Fortune Coins. These old tokens contain hidden riches, only showing their genuine golden multipliers when Generous Patrick, the game’s mighty Leprechaun Wild, appears on the reels to activate them.

Each Wild and Coin gathered on the grid contributes to the game’s Magic Pots. This generates a growing wave of excitement with each rotation, visually indicating to players that their fortune is increasing and a significant payout moment is approaching.

Excessive Magic and Epic Jackpots

The gameplay reaches its ultimate pinnacle when the Magic Pots overflow, revealing a colorful route to either 6 or 12 Free Spins. In this vital bonus phase, the Gracious Patrick Wilds securely lock into position, safeguarding the grid for iconic victory possibilities.

The studio has designed the standard spins to provide equal excitement as the bonus rounds via unexpected, random strokes of luck. The central Wild can unexpectedly activate the Golden Coins Feature, covering the board with Jackpot Coins, or initiate a Lucky Coin respin that ensures a win. With four unique jackpots, reaching as high as x2000, the pursuit of the ultimate treasure continues nonstop.

Game Stats:

● Reels: 5×3
● Paylines: 20
● RTP: 93.86% / 96.06%
● Volatility: High
● Max Win: x5,000 (€250,000)

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