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Week 30/2022 slot games releases
Here are this weeks latest slots releases compiled by European Gaming!
The strategic union between MGA Games and R Franco continues to give great results with the latest release of RF Angels, a new online version of the classic land-based game. MGA Games has reproduced perfectly the design and essence of the original land-based machine game based on the characters of the popular series Charlie’s Angels. In this slot game, the three intrepid protagonists go on risky adventures full of glamour, adrenaline, cutting-edge technology, and non-stop action.
Yggdrasil and Reflex Gaming have prepared for an Irish extravaganza in their latest release, Dublin Up DoubleMAX™. The 5×3, 25 payline title is set in an enchanted forest where a green-bedecked fairy awaits, while cascading wins are also present in the game that features Yggdrasil’s proprietary Game Engagement Mechanic (GEM) DoubleMAX™.
Mimi and the Magic Staff is a brand-new game from niche game studio Golden Hero. Seemingly simple, this game entails mystical stone ruins, twinkling butterflies and of course Mimi with her Magic Staff. With a max win of 2000 times the bet, and a multiplier ranging from x1 to x200 Golden Hero has amplified the stakes in this seemingly simple game.
Stakelogic, the in-demand online casino content provider, has unleashed yet another thrilling classic slot on the Dutch market with the launch of Super6Timer. The classic style fruit machine has three rows and from three to eight reels, with retro symbols including oranges, lemons, melons, sevens, jokers and crowns.
Greentube, is inviting players to sink their teeth into the juiciest slot of the summer, Feelin’ Fruity™: Win Ways™. This zesty 6-reel, 117,649 ways to win slot can see players win more than 9,000x their stake by way of free spins that feature a lucrative increasing win multiplier. Players can trigger the Free Spins bonus feature by landing four scatter symbols on the main reel set, awarding 12 free spins.
Amusnet Interactive grants you a mixture of burning wins. This video slot is packed with fun features and surprises. And best of all, there are hundreds of thousands of ways to win. Heat up and hit the reels of Power Hot! Amusnet Interactive presents a classic video slot with various lucky symbols and fruits of success. It is a combination of burning spins and frutilicious wins.
Habanero has enhanced its product portfolio with the release of Space Goonz, a high-octane slot which delivers a captivating experience. The 5×4 title features an interstellar space-themed design that brings the player experience into the future, and to encourage the Astro-travelers, they will be greeted by a host of beautifully rendered characters and light-hearted music.
Big Time Gaming’s Danger High Voltage Megapays™ is about to explode onto the Relax Network. This revamp of a cult-classic slot launched network wide on 27 July. BTG has taken an electrifying hit game and amped it up to 11 with its acclaimed Megapays™ mechanic. The game retains all its classic elements – the manic 2000s smash hit soundtrack from the Electric Six, the 4096 ways to win, the crazy multipliers, and two incredible bonus features – but it goes spiralling into overdrive, thanks to the chance to win a once-in-lifetime jackpot.
Lady Luck Games has turned back the clocks, re-introducing players to one of its most iconic slots of all time in its latest Viking-themed release, Valholl Wild Hammers. Players are invited to fulfil their ultimate destinies alongside Valkyries and powerful Norse Gods in this truly atmospheric and highly sought-after 6-reel, 20-payline reboot of Valholl Hall of the Slain, one of the studio’s most successful releases of all time.
Lightning Box has drawn inspiration from Asia for its latest release Divine Stars. Played across 3×5 reels, this 25 payline slot is home to high-paying symbols, including Chinese lanterns, lucky red letters and ancient coins. These are joined by a wild man symbol, which substitutes all other symbols in game except the scatter, which aids in the creation of winning lines.
Pragmatic Play, has expanded its Live Casino offering through the launch of the ingenious Boom City. This game showcases a 6×6 grid, with players placing bets across the 36 squares, and wins being awarded through the roll of two dice. These can grant one of three bonus games, award an instant cash prize and enhance winnings further through a Power-Up feature where squares are randomly multiplied.
Calling all adventurers, Yggdrasil invites the bravest of souls to endeavour on a journey deep into the dark heart of the Aztec jungle in its latest release MexoMax! MultiMax™. This high volatility cluster pays slot can see players win up to 10,000x their stake by way of a lucrative cascade feature, multipliers, and free spins.
Pragmatic Play, ventures into the deep, dark jungle in search of the mighty silverback and big wins in exotic new adventure, Gorilla Mayhem™. The base game features a collection of the rainforest’s most diverse and colourful inhabitants, including a leopard, crocodile, hippo, macaw and snake, along with the majestic ape himself, which players have to align to start collecting cash.
Realistic Games has launched one of its most anticipated games in recent years, Book of Charms, a high volatility game that offers the player a truly engaging slot experience. This new five-reel slot is played against a backdrop of two main themes. On one side stands a rugged adventurer on Egyptian sands while the other is home to a mystical lady in a fantasy realm – with both offering the chance of huge win potential in their individual free spins bonus rounds.
Blueprint Gaming’s latest title, Spins O’ Gold Fortune Play, is a shimmering and glittering ode to one of the most popular themes in slots – augmented by its popular bonus mechanic. Lucky leprechauns, shamrocks, harps and pots of gold adorn the vibrantly designed 5×3 reel set while the action plays against a backdrop of vivid greens and golds, with a dazzling rainbow arching over the top of the player’s screen presents a bright and beautiful field of play.
Play’n GO dive into the waters of Mega Don. A shiver of sharks swarms the ocean in the hunt for the biggest catch. There may be plenty of fish in the sea, but the Leopard, Hammerhead and Great White Shark want the lion(fish)’s share. Mega Don, is the first game to feature audio implemented through Play’n GO’s new proprietary audio middleware, SoundStage. A powerful tool that provides functionality specific to slot-based audio design.
Red Tiger has launched an exciting new Arabian dream with 10,001 Nights Megaways™, and with a decadent display of ornate genie lamps players will be transported into the world of Scheherazade. Taking a timeless tale and adapting it for the slot screen, players will enjoy elements such as the Feature Lamps. Landing Oil Lamps anywhere on the reels fills the Feature Lamps with magic oil.
BGaming, welcomes players to join the festive mood of Miss Cherry Fruits Jackpot Party, the second instalment of its Miss Cherry Fruit series. Miss Cherry Fruits Jackpot Party is a Hold & Win slot that has medium high volatility and a 95.51% RTP while playing out on a 5-reel, 3-row field with 25 ways to win.
Stakelogic is taking players to a tropical island where the waters are crystal clear, the beaches are white, and the trees are packed full of juicy fruits and potentially big wins. Hola Frutas is a 6×6 reel slot where the total number of identical symbols on the screen at the end of the spin determines the value of the win, with a base game max win of 5,000x the player’s bet.
Betsoft has released its latest slot title, Wilds of Fortune, a five reel, 10 payline video slot featuring expanding wilds, free respins and scatters. The game invites players to go back in time to a different era where playing slots meant pulling a lever, watching the rolling fruit symbols drop into place and hearing the “Ker-ching” sound of cash winnings tumble down the chute.
Evoplay welcomes players back to the magical realm of Winland in its latest release, Tree of Light Bonus Buy. The fantasy kingdom is packed full of exotic flora and fauna, where a brave mouse named Lupine sets out on an adventure with his good friend Mino in search of the magical Tree of Light, which promises incredible rewards.
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Realistic Games introduces endless spins in Maxiplier
Maxiplier combines a retro-inspired theme with revolutionary gameplay. Speedometer-style icons, on reels two and four, act as both wilds and multipliers that can increase wins up to 20x. Land two of these multipliers simultaneously for a potential max multiplier of 400x.
Maxiplier will launch with the highly anticipated 1-2-infinity ante bet mechanic. Land two scatters on the first two reels and trigger an infinite amount of respins. Collect wins until the third scatter lands, unlocking the thrilling free spins round.
The free spins round features enhanced multiplier wilds alongside the 1-2-Infinity respins, for even bigger wins. This exciting bonus builds upon the success of Realistic Games’ recent hits like Fortune Fortress and Chicken or the Egg? solidifying its position as an industry innovator.
Amy Brewis, Account Manager at Realistic Games, said: “We’re excited to be launching Maxiplier, a game with fresh mechanics that allows players the chance to win infinite respins. Multiplier wilds in both the base game and free spins keep things thrilling, and the 1-2-Infinity ante bet adds another layer of engagement.
“We expect players to love the chance for endless respins, a feature we’ve evolved from our popular Catch 22 slot. We can’t wait to see the response from players and operators alike!”
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Has mobile gaming continued to grow in 2024?
Here in the United Kingdom, it’s estimated that around 86% of us used a smartphone to go online and browse the internet last year. If you compare this to 2009, this is an increase of a staggering 58%. A study also found that 39% of people with smartphones use them for gaming. And so if you look at the trend year over year, it is certain that statistics in all areas of smartphone usage are going to keep increasing. By the time we reach 2025, experts have predicted that around 65 million of us here in the UK will be smartphone users. Today, we’re going to look at mobile gaming and how much that has grown last year and this year, as well as what the future holds.
Building momentum
From 2022 to 2023, the mobile gaming industry saw a year-on-year growth of 0.6%. There is no doubt that the demand for mobile gaming is continuing to grow. With millions being spent both on the games themselves, on in-app purchases, and also on nettcasino. The reason that we are seeing this growth is that smartphones and their capabilities are continuously growing. All of the tasks that we traditionally used to rely on a computer for are now able to be done mostly on a smartphone. This practicality and accessibility have meant that more people will now do most of their tasks on a smartphone.
Each year, it gets harder and harder for game developers to make the most of their latest inventions. Each day, new games get uploaded to the respective app markets, either on the Play Store or the App Store. This means that the marketplace gets more and more crowded, presenting more competition than ever before to developers. And it’s for this reason that consumers, more than ever before, are prioritising quality over quantity. They have more choice, but they don’t want to spend hours hunting through the apps. They will typically read reviews and go for a game that is highly rated and has top quality.
On the topic of developers, as they are seeing the increase in mobile gaming, including in 2024, they are starting to pivot their focus to cross-platform capability. Allowing those gaming on smartphones to play against their console- and PC-based counterparts. The reason this is such a big focus is that one thing that gamers love to do is play with their friends. But some of them may not have a console, for example. But if a game is available across multiple platforms, it then expands its player base.
A lot of people also drew to mobile gaming, as it gave them an opportunity to start gaming and playing at online casinos. It also meant that they could socialise either with their friends or with other players. This social aspect, for some, is hugely important. For those who don’t particularly go out, having a community and a shared interest and passion in a mobile game can be really great for their mental health and can help them grow as a person and in confidence.
In Summary
To conclude, it will be interesting to see what the rest of 2024 brings for the mobile gaming industry. Each previous year has brought along different trends. And this ever-changing and growing landscape also means that game developers are constantly having to change their strategies in order to stay competitive and keep growing their player bases. One thing we can guarantee for certain is that the number of people with smartphones and access to the internet on said smartphones will only continue to grow.
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Most effective marketing strategies in iGaming
Gone are the days when casino games were merely the preserve of brick-and-mortar casinos. Much like every other sector, gaming has long gone digital. In Europe alone, the online gambling industry is projected to generate around €43bn in 2024. According to German data gathering company Statista, the market should reach up to 74.7m users by 2029.
Part of this success comes down to the marketing techniques the industry has been applying to great effect in recent years. So, how do casino operators keep attracting users in droves? And how can new platforms ride that wave to make a name for themselves and thrive in such a heated environment? Let’s delve into three marketing trends worth imitating.
Insightful SEO strategy
Online discoverability is key to making it in the digital world, pushing websites to invest massively in search engine optimization (SEO) to overtake their competitors online. Finding the right keywords goes a long way in ranking higher than the competition. To target the most relevant search terms, casino operators use marketing tools like Google Search Console, Ahrefs, Ubersuggest and SEMrush. Likewise, optimizing a site’s metadata and backlinking can do wonders for search engines.
Mastering the SEO game is no easy task as it requires keeping up with ever-evolving SEO guidelines. From Google to Bing, search engines constantly update their algorithms to improve the pertinence of their results. Websites big and small need to reflect these changes in their SEO approach. Going with the times also means looking into current trends and changes in consumer habits, considering new online behaviours such as voice search. Meanwhile, casino sites always need to comply with local regulations across all the markets they operate in, which translates into a business model fostering adaptability and responsiveness.
A sharp eye for innovation
Operating in an overly competitive environment can be a powerful stimulant. Many iGaming operators are quick to adapt their marketing strategies to emerging trends, just as they are quick to adopt new technologies and innovations to pique the interest of their target audience. Always the trailblazer, the online gambling industry was among the first to invest the mobile space. Over the years, most platforms recognised the needs and preferences of modern players placing convenience above all other metrics, developing ever-so-smooth graphics and user-friendly features on mobile.
Additionally, casino operators have been early adopters of blossoming technologies like virtual reality and blockchain. While many industries were struggling to figure out what is blockchain, major iGaming players went all-in on the technology. Crypto-casinos did much to bring currencies like Bitcoin and Ethereum into the mainstream. Incidentally, it is no surprise that metaverse projects like Decentraland made room for virtual casinos into their digital space, with iGaming companies trusting this risky yet daring move to bolster their brand image as tech pioneers. From AI-driven data to AI chatbots answering users 24/7, the AI revolution has also been afoot in the industry.
User-centric approach
Whether online or in the physical space, users increasingly seek validation and acknowledgment of their unique needs – one marketing facet that iGaming operators have been all too eager to exploit by analysing data to roll out personalised bonuses based on players’ profiles, online behaviour, and gaming patterns. Individual users can benefit from tailored recommendations for exploring new games or discovering freshly released titles before anybody else. They may also receive exclusive deals and casino offers. Such promotions might target high rollers and frequent players, affording them special privileges to reward their loyalty. Similarly, high-stakes gamblers may enjoy extended withdrawal limits and earn VIP status.
Newcomers also receive incentives to register on a specific platform. On top-rated platforms, newly registered users can grab no deposit bonuses. While players cannot cash out these extra bundles of cash, they can use these free credits to play a range of casino games. As such, no deposit bonuses are an effective means of allowing users to test a site’s catalogue risk-free. Players can then keep their earnings to bolster their bankroll, with casinos riding on that momentum to drive engagement and keep first-time users logging back on their accounts.
Implementing the right marketing strategies often boils down to analysing what works for the competition. In that sense, the iGaming industry encourages emulation that benefits well-established platforms and new casinos alike. Betting on flexibility, innovation, and personalisation, online casino operators manage to evolve with the times and stay ahead of the current to appeal to a broader range of players from all backgrounds and demographics.
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