Yggdrasil, the leading worldwide publisher of online gambling content, has unlocked the doors to the underworld in its latest Gigablox™ title, Hades.

Featuring Yggdrasil’s unique mechanic, the 6×6 reel can see a Gigablox™ land on any spin with any symbol transforming into giant blocks that lead to big wins.

Set in the ghoulish underworld realm of the King of the Dead, Hades is packed with devilish delights, including the Wild Hunt feature, which sees the Lord of the Underworld dive into the reels turning symbols into wilds for even more opportunity to claim big prizes.

To trigger the Free Spins mode, players need to find five or more scatter symbols, with the biggest Gigablox™ symbols bringing up to 16 scatters in one go. Every spin triggers the Wild Hunt while Hades will also battle all high symbols. The more battles are won, the more the Cerberus Multiplier will increase, with up to 10x multiplier values available throughout the Bonus Feature.

Hades Gigablox™ is the second title utilising Yggdrasil’s unique new mechanic after player-favourite Lucky Neko, and joins the provider’s recent release Hyperburst among its growing proprietary slot offering. Yggdrasil’s portfolio is also complemented by titles from the burgeoning YG Masters program.

Jonas Strandman, Senior Games Strategist at Yggdrasil, said: “We’re delighted to launch our latest Gigablox™ title, Hades, as we invite players to enter the King of the Underworld’s realm and escape with the riches below.

“Our commitment to innovation has seen us develop a number of new mechanics this year and Gigablox™ turns every spin into one with huge win potential, appealing to all player types. The mechanic has already been a huge hit with players and we are thrilled to launch this second Gigablox™ title with its dark theme, fantastic graphics and engaging features.”

Casino software developer Playson has launched Book of Gold: Multichance, the latest addition to the company’s popular series of Book of Gold titles.

This classic Egyptian-themed slot has a 3×5 grid with 10 pay lines and incorporates the Buy Bonus feature, providing players with direct access to Free Spins at the value of 100 total bets.

Free Spins can also be triggered within the Egyptian adventure by landing three Scattered-Wild Golden Books. Prior to the start of the mode, a special expanding symbol is selected at random and will fill the reels and pay regardless of bet lines when they appear.

The re-trigger function raises the potential of securing 12 additional Free Spins and an extra special expanding symbol when three or more Golden Books hit the reels during Free Spins. In total, there are up to nine special expanding symbols to be rewarded.

Playson’s range of Book of Gold games have performed strongly across multiple jurisdictions in Europe and beyond, with the themes and mix of mechanics appreciated by a wide audience.

Vsevolod Lapin, Head of Product at Playson, said: “Our Book of Gold series is back with a bang and we’re sure that players will enjoy the latest Egyptian adventure that we’ve created.

“Book of Gold: Multichance provides an entertaining experience for those who enjoy classic themes with modern twists. With special expanding symbols within the Free Spins mode that pay regardless of bet lines, there even more ways for players to secure riches from the tombs of Egypt.”

Casino game software supplier Skyline Solutions is aiming to become licensed in the Isle of Man as it targets rapid growth in the coming 12 months.

Skyline Solutions, incorporated in the summer, has engaged Douglas-based SolutionsHub to help with the application process for a Gaming Supervision Commission B2B software supplier licence, which will allow the company to resell games to a global market of customers.

Skyline director Angie Chung said: “Having a base in the Isle of Man and being licensed here puts us in a fantastic position to work with clients all over the world and gives our software developer partners the confidence that comes with such a highly respected licence.

“We know SolutionsHub are world leaders when it comes to igaming regulation and we are delighted to have their experience and knowhow at our disposal throughout the application process.”

The GSC Software Supplier Licence was developed following demand from companies located around the world requesting to be licensed by a highly experienced regulator. Software suppliers who obtain a licence can ensure they meet the same high standards as the Isle of Man-licensed operators they supply their games to.

Nick Wright, SolutionsHub Chief Operating Officer, said: “The Isle of Man licence is among the most respected in the industry and is renowned for offering operators and their players the highest levels of safety and security.

“Being licensed in the Isle of Man will allow Skyline Solutions to serve a large and lucrative market and to achieve the company’s goals of growing rapidly.  We’re delighted to be helping them on the way to achieving success.”