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Duels for Friends in Trophy Hunter. Invite your friends and create a shared space for fun and competition.
Starting September 5, Trophy Hunter players can invite friends to join the game and enjoy it together. But that’s not all – the new update introduces hot-seat duels, one-on-one asynchronous challenges that let players prove who is the best marksman and earn extra rewards. All this is made possible by the new Duels for Friends feature, which expands the social dimension of Trophy Hunter and gives players complete freedom to choose their opponents – both among existing fans of the game and those who haven’t yet tried it. This is another step in delivering the game’s dynamic, content-rich roadmap, with Trophy Hunter already recording very promising KPIs and steadily growing its player base since its July 3 global launch.
Duels for Friends – compete with your friends
– From the very beginning, the social aspect and players’ engagement in league competition have been extremely important for the development of Trophy Hunter. This clearly sets the game apart from the competition and strongly engages our users. Now we are taking the next step by giving players a tool that lets them create their own space in the game – inviting friends, competing, and simply having fun together. This is an important milestone in the game’s development and the foundation for the next features we are already working on.” – says Jakub Noganowicz, Product Owner of Trophy Hunter and Hunting Clash.
With the Duels for Friends feature, every Trophy Hunter player can invite anyone to join the game by sending them a special link via SMS or messenger. Members of the club can also be invited. In this way, players not only expand the Trophy Hunter community but also actively shape its composition. Invited friends can join the competition, become members of any club, or set up a new club together with the player who invited them and compete in the club league. It enhances the competitive spirit and motivates players to improve their skills.
The update also adds a new form of competition alongside the league system – asynchronous one-on-one duels with friends (hot-seat duels). Each duel consists of three rounds and must be completed within a set time. The challenger selects an opponent from their friends list, chooses an arena unlocked by both players, and plays the first round. The match then continues step by step, with each participant taking their turn when convenient, but within the required time limit. In-game notifications remind players when it’s their turn, and before starting the next round they can watch a replay of their opponent’s shots. After three rounds, the duel is concluded, the winner receives a reward, and the loser can instantly challenge them to a rematch. An additional reward is granted only for the first duel of the day with a specific friend, but players can play as many duels as they like to prove who is the best marksman. To maximize rewards, players need to challenge as many friends as possible and win those encounters. All active duels are visible in the friends panel introduced with this update, while the notification system keeps players informed about ongoing challenges and results.
New arenas – dynamic game growth
At its global launch on July 3, 2025, Trophy Hunter offered players nine arenas where they could compete in their first duels. Just a month later, on August 13, the game was expanded with a tenth arena – Northern Lights. Set against the breathtaking spectacle of the aurora borealis, it challenges players to make precise long-range shots in low-visibility conditions. In the last week of August, the eleventh arena – Scottish Highlands – was introduced, bringing another unique environment and new challenges. The update also includes technical improvements that enhance the overall player experience. The fast pace of these additions is only the beginning of more exciting content that the Trophy Hunter team is actively working on to ensure the game continues to evolve dynamically.
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Playzia Continues to Make Strides in the German Market Through Strategic Alliance with ZEAL
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Playzia has taken a significant step forward in its European growth journey by partnering with ZEAL, Germany’s market leader for online lotteries and a key player in both B2C and B2B gaming segments. As a recently inducted member of the German Online Casino Association (DOCV), ZEAL offers a robust and compliant platform that aligns perfectly with Playzia’s ambitions in the regulated German market.
This collaboration enables Playzia to deliver its cutting-edge game portfolio of more than 50 games directly to ZEAL’s expansive customer base, reinforcing its presence in one of Europe’s most tightly regulated and competitive iGaming landscapes. The Playzia portfolio will be integrated into the game portfolio of the ZEAL B2C brands LOTTO24 and Tipp24. With ZEAL’s reputation for excellence and a trusted platform backed by years of operational experience, Playzia’s top-performing titles, and new releases, such as Grand Ocean Megaways
, Billionaire Buffalo, Piggy Clusters and Zeus’s Thunderstrike, are now poised to captivate a wider audience of German players.
“Germany continues to be a critical focus for our European strategy,” said Joe Caetano, Head of Commercials at Playzia. “Our partnership with ZEAL allows us to deliver innovative, top-tier games that resonate with German players who expect both reliability and immersive experiences from their online entertainment. This is an important milestone in our journey to expand our footprint across Europe with trusted local partners.”
Alex Green, Vice President Games at ZEAL added: “We are truly excited to partner with Playzia and bring their outstanding titles into our Games portfolio. At ZEAL, we are committed to offering our customers great entertainment, and we’re proud to provide access to such high-quality games that will further enrich their experience with us. Looking ahead, this partnership will not only strengthen our portfolio but also play a key role in driving the continued growth of our Games business.“
With a keen focus on compliance, innovation, and localized content, Playzia is positioned to become a driving force in global regulated markets. From an extensive portfolio of slot titles to crash and instant games, as well as feature-packed Megaways and branded experiences, Playzia is consistently reshaping how players connect with content. To further enhance engagement, the fast-growing supplier is preparing to launch titles that incorporate exciting jackpots, unique mechanics and modular gamification layers, all aimed at elevating player experiences in regulated markets worldwide.
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End of Orange Digital Seal Usage – Effective October 15, 2025
The Curacao Gaming Authority (CGA) would like to inform all licensed operators and interested parties that the transition arrangement relating to the Certificate of Operation (the “Orange Seal”) will end on October 15, 2025.
From this date onward, any operator displaying an orange seal on its domains will be in breach of Curacao law. Licensed operators must ensure that only the Green Seal is displayed on their websites.
To ensure compliance, operators should note the following:
- All former sublicensees have now had their license applications Granted, Approved, or Rejected.
- If an application has been Approved, the operator is reminded that the initial invoice must be paid in order for the license status to be formally Granted and the Green Seal issued.
- Operators currently displaying Orange Seals on certain domains should update the domain status in the CGA portal from “under sub-license” to “under application.” This will provide access to the Green Seal token for the relevant domains.
Please complete these updates well before 15th October 2026 to avoid any disruptions.
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We are delighted to announce that the LEC is partnering with Euronics Group for an initial three years! Europe’s largest consumer electronics retail group has committed to supporting the LEC as the league’s Official Electronics Retail Partner and Supplier.
This exciting collaboration will begin at the appropriately electric, LEC Summer Finals 2025 in Madrid, as Euronics’ expertise and scale will help us deliver even more world-class esports experiences across the region. For the occasion, come and unleash your inner Yordle at Euronics booth at the LEC XPO on Plaza de España: pump up Ziggs’ bombs, race to trigger the explosion first, and pick up your prize. Don’t forget to personalise your XPO passport at Euronics’ polaroid photo station!
Euronics Group is a network of national electronics retailers across the EMEA region with over 7000 stores across more than 36 countries in the region. They sport an impressive roster of around 25 regional entities, including Boulanger in France, Sharaf DG in the UAE, Teknosa in Türkiye and Euronics in Germany and Italy.
Euronics Group presence across EMEA.
On top of their local know-how and customer-first service mindset delivered through localised retailers both in stores and online, Euronics Group will reach out to LEC fans through a gamified hub filled with LEC content and chances to win exclusive products. This will be launching soon, so keep your eyes peeled!
With a strong track record in sponsoring traditional sports, moving back into esports with the LEC is a natural evolution of that journey for Euronics Group. Their support for UEFA Women’s Football through grassroots programs and fan activations reflects their longstanding commitment to empowering communities through competition.
Euronics Group’s activations and community-anchored retailers mirror the “coming-together” spirit which drives the LEC. It’s a natural fit, as we will work closely together to bring fan-first activations to EMEA and we can’t wait for our new partner’s passion for inclusive, accessible experiences to extend into our digital arena.
Euronics Group’s emphasis on serving consumer needs on both a local and large-scale basis also elegantly aligns with Riot’s dedication to players first. We’re looking forward to working together on finding ways we can further enhance the LEC fan experience.
“As Euronics International, we are delighted to embark on this exciting partnership with the League of Legends EMEA Championships. This collaboration reflects our commitment to innovation and connecting with new generations of passionate gamers and fans across Europe and beyond”, says Euronics International CEO John Olsen.
We believe that joining forces with such an iconic esports event will not only strengthen our engagement with the gaming community, but also inspire and empower our customers to pursue their love for gaming. Together, we aim to create memorable experiences and elevate gameplay by bringing the latest advancements in gaming technology to fans everywhere.”
Charlie Allen, Director of Commercial Partnerships & Business Development at Riot Games EMEA adds: “Euronics’ journey across both esports and traditional sports highlights their commitment to connecting with new generations of fans. Their commitment to local communities, placing customers at the heart of everything, mirrors our own priorities of serving players and building for the long term. Together, we want to create and bring activations that don’t just light up our Summer Finals weekends, but also bring lasting impact to communities across the region for the season.”
Once again, we are beyond excited for what these three years with Euronics Group will hold. We’re delighted we can help evolve their inclusive sports sponsorship and grassroots activations to the ever-growing, digital world of esports. And equally, we’re keen to utilise their specialised, local expertise through their various independent stores to better serve every LEC fan directly in ways unique and personalised to each market.
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