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Week 11/2023 slot games releases
Here are this weeks latest slots releases compiled by European Gaming
Spinomenal has unleashed its latest slot from the Wolf Fang series, Wolf Fang – Volcano. This addition to the legendary series joins the ever-expanding Spinomenal Universe and takes players on another canine inspired adventure. In this Wolf Fang saga, players will join the adventures of this mighty wolf at the edge of an erupting volcano! A fearless descendent of the great Wolf fang, this wolf will lead players on a treacherous journey, dodging molten lava flows and other dangerous predators.
Lightning Box, one of Light & Wonder’s in-house studios, has released Ritual Respins™ a title filled with mysticism and exciting magical mechanics. Ritual Respins™ will initially be made available across Europe for two weeks exclusively with Paddy Power Betfair before being released across all partners thereafter. This 5×3 reeled slot features symbols depicting tomes, skulls and potions emphasising the title’s supernatural aesthetic.
Evoplay, has launched its latest title Hot Rio Nights, released as both a Bonus and Non-Bonus buy version. Taking players on a trip to the tropical city of Rio de Janeiro, the slot pays homage to the Brazilian festival boasting exotic dancers as its symbols and Samba music to add to the allure of the game. Delivering a vibrant experience, it provides thrills on the base game through the inclusion of the Stacks of Symbols mechanic that awards free spins.
Inspired Entertainment, Inc. has launched its latest slot game Big Horsey Fortune ™, a horse-racing themed game that invites players to race their way to winnings. This 5-reel, 3-row, 10 win-line slot features a punter, wild symbols and a Big Collector Bonus that awards unlimited Free Spins until the Big Winner prize is awarded.
After letting the hip-hop fuelled journey Benji Killed in Vegas steal the spotlight, Nolimit City is now ready to take a much darker, more sinister route. The provider is known to be familiar with the supernatural, having produced the viral sensation that was Book Of Shadows in 2020. Their latest release, Blood & Shadow, serves as a thematic prequel to the fan favourite; however, it’s set to be a standout masterpiece in its own right.
Endorphina, a renowned game provider, has released a new hit game! 2023 Hit Slot is a modern and stylish slot game that blends the latest technology, captivating graphics, and sounds to provide players with the ultimate gaming experience. 2023 Hit Slot has a sophisticated and elegant feel with a unique gameplay style and exciting features that will keep players engaged for hours. The game’s symbols include classic favorites like lucky clovers, bells, and sevens, as well as a few juicy surprises like watermelons, oranges, grapes, lemons, plums, and cherries.
Swintt’s latest Premium release sees players set out on a volcanic voyage where Free Spins and blazing Bloxx wins combine to seriously turn up the heat. Having already braved the frozen tundra of Bloxx Arctic in February, this month popular software providers, Swintt, are inviting players to join them in altogether warmer climes as they seek out fiery Free Spins and white-hot wins in the scorching new Premium release, Bloxx Flare.
Revolver Gaming, the leading provider of online casino games, has added another exciting game to its portfolio of Irish-themed slot games with the launch of Rainbow Stacks! This latest addition to Revolver Gaming’s collection joins the popular Irish Coins game, which has become a player favourite. Rainbow Stacks is a 5-reel, 3-row video slot game that offers 20 paylines. The game’s vibrant colours and high-quality graphics transport players to a magical world where the leprechaun and his pot of gold await.
Play’n GO use spellbinding slot magic for Moon Princess Trinity, a brand-new title in the popular Moon Princess series. Moon Princess Trinity is a dynamic grid slot where players connect three or more matching symbols – horizontally or vertically – on the grid to make them disappear and secure a win. Reminiscent of the original Moon Princess (2017), the player can also unlock a Clear the Grid prize. If they clear the base game grid, players are awarded with a 50x bet multiplier.
What shall we do with a drunken sailor? German supplier Hölle Games has the answer – immortalise him in a slot! “Drunken Sailor” goes live today, a new game in their Classic Series line. This latest addition to their portfolio is a 5×3, 10 payline homage to the bygone days of ships, sailing and sea shanties.
Yggdrasil, the leading publisher accelerating iGaming innovation, has teamed up with Peter & Sons to unveil the father of all books in their latest release Book of Books. The 5-reel, 40 payline slot is a unique take on the classic ‘Book of’ genre, incorporating Peter & Sons’ unmistakable art style. The feature-filled hit packs in powerups including expanding symbols and win multipliers, with a max win of up to 10,000x available to players.
BF Games has introduced its latest release Dragon’s Chance, with mythical creatures bringing good fortune to the reels. The new game is packed with fiery features as the dragons roam the reels to set them alight for big rewards. With 243 ways to win, the bonus game feature is triggered when you land three or more scatter symbols. This will see players pick one out of five sets, all offering a different number of free spins.
Playson, the fast-growing digital entertainment supplier, has released Royal Joker: Hold and Win, building on the company’s well-loved series of “Royal” themed games with plenty of opportunities for players to crown themselves in glory.
ESA Gaming, the innovative games provider, has rolled out its latest title of 2023, boosting its EasySwipe™ portfolio with the addition of Fruit Bloxx. The new video slot is the sequel to the high performing title, Fruit Staxx and moves to a 7×5 reel slot design featuring tumbling reels and Free Spins in an updated neon fruit theme. The game offers a max win of up to 618x via clusters that pay on any five or more horizontally, or vertically, touching symbols which will explode and tumble down, allowing the opportunity for further wins to occur.
Wazdan, the innovative games provider, has continued to expand its Hot Slot™ series with the brand-new Hot Slot™: Great Book of Magic. This 5×3 slot combines a vintage style with modern twists, to create a highly engaging and immersive experience that incorporates a number of Wazdan’s popular engagement-boosting mechanics.
Pragmatic Play, a leading content provider to the iGaming industry, adds a regal reward to special symbols in its medieval-themed slot The Knight King. Played across 5×3 reels, the slot introduces the brave Knight King protagonist, queen, his trusty steed and the fierce dragon antagonist, which must form matching combinations across the slot’s 20 paylines to award a win.
Baltics
Evoplay bolsters presence in Lithuania with Betsafe deal
Evoplay, the award-winning game development studio, is expanding in the Baltics thanks to its latest tie-up with Betsafe in Lithuania.
The deal sees over 90 of the supplier’s leading titles live on the Betsson Group’s Lithuanian brand Betsafe, a leading operator in the market.
Included in the agreement are Evoplay’s top-performing titles such as Elven Princesses, Hot Triple Sevens and The Greatest Catch Bonus Buy which are now available for Betsafe players.
The latest integration follows a string of similar deals for Evoplay who has continued its expansion across regulated markets in Europe and beyond.
Ihor Zarechnyi, CBDO at Evoplay, said: “Integrating our products to Betsafe, a leading brand in Lithuania, is another important step in our commercial trajectory as our titles continue to grow in popularity and develop a stellar reputation among gaming enthusiasts worldwide.
“Lithuania is a vibrant and dynamic market, and we are thrilled to bring our award-winning content to even more players in the region.”
Aurimas Šilys, Head of Lithuania at Betsson Group, said: “Boosting our offering with a diverse array of titles is of utmost importance for Betsafe as we strive to deliver an unmatched gaming experience to players in Lithuania.
“We are delighted to integrate Evoplay’s dynamic portfolio into our offerings, and we anticipate it will resonate exceptionally well with our audience.”
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EL Executive Committee Names Mr Ionut-Valeriu Andrei as New Member
The EL Executive Committee has named Mr. Ionut-Valeriu Andrei as its newest member during its meeting on April 5. Mr. Andrei is the General Manager of Loteria Română since 2022, and succeeds Mr. Olgierd Cieslik, whose term as CEO of Totalisator Sportowy (Poland) has concluded.
”It is with great pleasure to welcome Mr Ionut-Valeriu Andrei as a new Executive Committee member. As an experienced executive, Mr Andrei has already contributed in various ways to our Association and the EL Executive Committee members trust he will continue to do so in the future,” Arjan van ‘t Veer, Secretary General of EL, said.
Mr Andrei will oversee the learning and development activities of EL. His appointment underscores the further commitment of the European Lotteries to inclusivity and collaboration among its members.
”I am honoured to join the EL Executive Committee and look forward to working closely with my colleagues to advance the mission and values of the Association,” Ionut-Valeriu Andrei said.
Mr Andrei’s co-optation will be formalised during the upcoming EL General Assembly in Salzburg (Austria) on 17 June 2024.
Compliance Updates
EGBA Welcomes European Parliament’s Approval Of New EU Anti-Money Laundering Framework
The EU’s new anti-money laundering package aims to create a more consistent regulatory framework and will benefit online gambling operators by standardising AML rules and reporting requirements across member states.
Brussels, 24 April 2024 – The European Parliament has approved the EU’s new anti-money laundering (AML) package at its plenary sitting today, marking a significant milestone towards a new EU framework for combatting financial crime. The European Gaming and Betting Association (EGBA), representing Europe’s leading online gambling operators, welcomes the Parliament’s approval of the new AML package and believes the incoming rule changes will strengthen the EU’s approach to tackling money laundering.
The new package will contain:
- A single rulebook regulation – with provisions on conducting due diligence on customers, transparency of beneficial owners and the use of crypto-assets.
- The 6th Anti-Money Laundering Directive – containing national provisions on supervision and national AML authorities, as well as on the access of authorities to necessary and reliable information, e.g. beneficial ownership registers.
- The establishment of the European Anti-Money Laundering Authority (AMLA) – which have supervisory and investigative powers to ensure compliance with AML requirements, operating in conjunction with national AML authorities.
EGBA believes the new rules will benefit Europe’s online gambling operators by ensuring a consistent regulatory approach across EU member states. Another important feature, under the competence of AMLA, will be the creation of a harmonised reporting format for Suspicious Transaction Reports (STRs). This will ensure that Europe’s online gambling operators encounter the same STR requirements across all EU member states, thereby setting clear and consistent expectations that will reduce administrative burdens and costs.
To assist online gambling operators in complying with the EU’s new AML rules, EGBA has developed industry-specific guidelines on anti-money laundering which apply a risk-based approach and include practical measures that operators can take – on customer and business risk assessments, customer due diligence processes, suspicious transaction reporting, and record keeping. EGBA members already apply the guidelines and submit annual reports to EGBA that summarise their progress in implementing its measures. The guidelines are also open to all operators based in the EU and EGBA encourages operators to sign up to them.
The AML package now awaits formal adoption by the Council of the EU, expected in May, before being published in the EU’s Official Journal.
“We welcome the European Parliament’s approval of the new anti-money laundering package. The new framework will set high standards and ensure greater consistency in the application of AML rules across the EU. Online gambling operators, especially those operating in multiple countries, will benefit from a single rulebook and harmonised reporting requirements that will unravel national complexities. We will look to review our industry guidelines on AML to ensure their alignment with the new EU rules. By signing up to the guidelines, operators can already prepare themselves for the incoming changes in the EU rules and join our members in their efforts to proactively and positively contribute to the EU’s fight against money laundering.” – Dr. Ekaterina Hartmann, Director of Legal and Regulatory Affairs, EGBA.
Source: EGBA
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