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02 November 2018
Evolution Gaming's Lightning Roulette Voted Game of the YearEvolution Gaming, one of the foremost names in the live casino niche, has recently received another award for its wildly popular Lightning Roulette title, which is a unique variation on the classic game ofroulette. The company edged out 10 other gaming studios to win the Game of the Year award at EGR's 2018 Operator Awards ceremony. What This Award Means For Evolution Gaming's Future
Read full article02 November 2018
Evolution Gaming Launches Infinite BlackjackInfinite Blackjack is an innovative and unique new offering from the industry-leading live dealer software company Evolution Gaming. The title offers a scalable live blackjack setting that allows for an unlimited number of online players to sit at the same table. Traditionally, blackjack tables will only seat seven players at a time, and most live casino offerings adhere to this rule as well. The Exciting Innovation of Infinite Blackjack
Read full article26 October 2018
Yggdrasil Signs New Agreement With Fantasma GamesContent distribution deals are a pretty important part of the overall online casino industry, particularly in the slots space. This allows smaller companies to attach themselves to the platform of larger developers so that their titles get exposure to a larger range of players. A recent deal like this will have Yggdrasil Gaming hosting Fantasma Games slots as a part of their YGS Masters program. Details on This Deal With Fantasma Here's how this deal is going to work.
Read full article26 October 2018
NetEnt Has Double Slot Launch With Wild Bazaar and Halloween JackNet Entertainment has decided to unleash a pair of new games at the same time just before the spookiest time of the year. These games represent the cutting edge of their regular release schedule, and it's a big part of how they're building momentum towards the end of the year so that they can start off 2019 on a strong foot. Two New Titles The first new game is Halloween Jack.
Read full article25 October 2018
Malta Reveals Crypto Guidelines at Delta Summit 2018Innovation and regulation are two things that have to keep up with each other in the online gambling industry, especially when it comes to regulatory bodies keeping their codes and policies up to date. The Malta Gaming Authority knows this as much as anyone, and that's why they made some announcements at the 2018 Delta Summit event about how they will be handling cryptocurrencies like bitcoin going forward. The Plan From the MGA The MGA announced a two-stage plan.
Read full article25 October 2018
Gaming Innovation Group Releases Its First In-house Title: Wild ReelsThe newest online slot to hit the scene is Wild Reels, and it's an important release for a number of reasons. Primarily, it's the very first title to be released by GiG Games, which is the in-house development house for the Gaming Innovation Group. Its release is interesting for a number of other reasons as well. Details on the Launch Because this is GiG's first time releasing a game they have actually developed, they're taking a bit of a cautious route.
Read full article24 October 2018
Fortune Factory Studios Introduced as Microgaming ProviderMicrogaming has been on quite a roll in 2018 when it comes to signing exclusive content deals with a variety of providers. They have signed a new one in Fortune Factory Studios, and their newest slot is Romanov Riches, which has seen its release today on October 24, 2018. This is an exciting time for players, and it indicates good things to come for both of these companies as well. About This New Deal
Read full article24 October 2018
SuperLenny Casino Closing Its Doors at the End of 2018Something that's particularly interesting about the online casino industry is that it's constantly in a state of flux. Regulations in particular change all the time, even within jurisdictions that have been established for a period of time. Due to complications from these sort of things, the Gaming Innovation Group has made the strategic decision to focus more of their efforts on their main brands and less of their efforts on the least popular of their brands.
Read full article17 October 2018
Play'n Go Debuts New Gunslinger: Reloaded SlotPlay'n Go has announced the release of their latest online slot, and it's called Gunslinger: Reloaded. If you're a fan of Wild West themes or of action-packed slots in general, then this is definitely a title that you'll want to check out because it's bringing a fun theme, great graphics and a ton of action to the reels. This game will be released on October 25, 2018. Bounty Hunting Action and More One feature in this game that drives a lot of the action centers around bounty hunting.
Read full article16 October 2018
Authentic Gaming Enters Italian MarketThe Italian online gambling market has seen some expansion this year, and the latest on that front is the entry of Authentic Gaming, a software developer primarily known for the quality of their live roulette games. This is a pretty big deal for the company as it puts them in front of a ton of new players that they would not have had access to previously. Bringing Live Roulette to Another Level
Read full article16 October 2018
Alexander Ambrose Chosen as SG Digital Chief Financial OfficerScientific Games has been working on getting their newest division, SG Digital, completely off the ground. In doing so, they've needed to make appointments to key positions. The latest appointment along these lines was for the open Chief Financial Officer position, and it has been taken by industry veteran Alexander Ambrose. What Ambrose Brings to the Table Ambrose has a tremendous amount of experience in working with some of the biggest names in the online gambling industry.
Read full article10 October 2018
Pariplay to Move Operations to GibraltarInternational B2B gaming platform provider Pariplay Limited has just announced that it has successfully acquired a remote gambling license from the jurisdiction of Gibraltar. Hassans International Law Firm is responsible for advising and acting on behalf of the company throughout the application process, and they will continue to do so as Pariplay begins the process of relocation. A Continuously Expanding Presence
Read full article10 October 2018
Play'n GO Releases First-ever 3D Slot: Iron GirlThe latest slot release from the award-winning software company Play'n GO will send players on an exciting trip through space, traveling with Iron Girl to fight the forces of evil all while racking up big wins. 3D Graphics Set Iron Girl Apart The title is a 5-reel slot that sends players on an intergalactic bounty hunting operation with the game's titular character, Iron Girl.
Read full article09 October 2018
Pragmatic Play and PokerStars Casino Strike a Significant DealPragmatic Play, one of the foremost providers of online video slots, has recently signed a deal with PokerStars Casino, which is one of the most widely recognized names in the industry. This new deal comes on the heels of several other partnership deals with major operators across Europe. Specifics of the Partnership Deal
Read full article09 October 2018
White Hat Gaming Now Offering Realistic Games TitlesLeading online casino content platform White Hat Gaming has announced that they have made three of Realistic Games' most popular slot titles available to clients. They plan to go live with the remainder of the portfolio soon after this initial launch. A Mutually Beneficial Partnership Currently, White Hat Gaming is offering Clockwork Mice, Tutankhamun Deluxe and the wildly popular 3D title Black Ice to all of its clients.
Read full article05 October 2018
Net Entertainment Applies for Licensing in PennsylvaniaOne of the key things about Net Entertainment that has helped them to expand in the way they have is that they only seek to run their games in regulated markets. While this has slowed their growth in the short-term in certain areas, it has given them a long-term advantage that often allows them to get their foot in the door ahead of the competition. That could very well be what happens soon in Pennsylvania as they have applied for an online gambling license there.
Read full article02 October 2018
Game Developer Lightning Box Announces New OfficesSpecialty slots developer Lightning Box has recently unveiled its new offices to the public. The Australia-based gaming company has relocated to an upgraded workspace of 120 square meters located on prime waterfront real estate. Why The Move Happened The move has been long in the making, and the entire team is thrilled with the new space. The company has been steadily expanding its staff over the course of the last year, and now, 18 months later, they have doubled the size of their team.
Read full article29 September 2018
Hilarious Astro Pug Slot Released by Lightning BoxAstro Pug is the latest video slot to be released by Lightning Box, and it's gotten a ton of attention because it's a bit unusual in terms of how the theme is set up. While it has a bit of an Asian flavor to it, it actually centers around a pug dog, which looks hilarious on the reels and is the centerpiece to a loud, proud and vibrant slot experience. The Reelfecta Format
Read full article29 September 2018
New Yggdrasil Gaming Title Wolf Hunters ReleasedPeople have been obsessed with the ideas of monsters like werewolves for centuries, and the latest Yggdrasil online slot brings a werewolf theme to life. It's called Wolf Hunters, and it's available to play right now from online casinos that have the Yggdrasil Gaming software, which includes all Microgaming Quickfire sites as well since it's a part of their suite. What to Expect From These Wolves There are two hunters and a werewolf that make up the three main characters of the game.
Read full article18 September 2018
Erik the Red Slot Launches as First From Relax GamingRelax Gaming has made their entry into the video slots genre finally. Their first video slot has been released, and it's called Erik the Red. It's not hard to guess that this title uses a viking-based theme, and they have done a great job with their initial effort into the video slot space. Theme and Concept
Read full article18 September 2018
Yggdrasil Gaming Inks Distribution Deal With EveryMatrixDistribution deals are a pretty important part of the way that the online casino industry is set up right now. There are game developers and platform operators, and the developers mostly get distribution through deals with these platform owners. A new deal between Yggdrasil Gaming and EveryMatrix has created a win-win situation where the former will have their games offered on the latter's platform along these lines. Details on the Deal
Read full article17 September 2018
New Street Magic Slot Released by Play'n GoPlay'n Go is showing players that they know how to entertain with their latest release. It goes by the name Street Magic, and it's based on the concepts seen with popular street performers. In this case, you'll see a stereotypical street magic performer who offers up lots of ways to win thanks to his slight of hand. Features and Gameplay The features in this game are based around the tricks that the magician forms.
Read full article14 September 2018
Slingshot Studios Announced as New Microgaming ProviderThe newest name in the online casino software sector is Slingshot Studios, and they have come out as an exclusive provider for the Microgaming Quickfire online casino platform. This follows a pattern that Microgaming has been working with so far over the past eight months of helping to put together companies that will produce content for them, and it's a strong strategy that is a win-win for players and casinos. The Cash of Kingdoms Slot Release
Read full article14 September 2018
Habanero Systems Scores Distribution Agreement With OrientalMany of the fastest-growing markets for online casinos are seen in various parts of Asia right now. That particular part of the world has not seen legislation and regulation on the same level as Europe has over the past decade, and it feels like we're right on the verge of a race in the area. Habanero Systems has made a bit of headway in that part of the world for now after a new deal has been signed with Oriental Game, a company primarily known for their live dealer content in Asian markets.
Read full article12 September 2018
Yggdrasil Launches Nitro Circus Slot With BMX EventThe latest Yggdrasil slot release has come recently in the form of Nitro Circus. This BMX-themed game was launched with a big event recently in Malta that helped to mark off the launch of their first branded slot, and that comes along with the territory since Nitro Circus is the biggest brand for these types of extreme sports in the world. Details on the Event
Read full article11 September 2018
New Astro Pug Slot Comes From Lightning Box GamesSomething that Lightning Box Games is known for with their slots is putting together games that have themes that really stand out. Their latest release, the Astro Pug slot, really embodies that approach. It's about a small pug dog who finds himself in the middle of trying to help you to get a lot of wins. With lots of Asian symbols on the reels along these lines, the theme's definitely different than most anything you will have seen before. What to Expect
Read full article08 September 2018
The Newest Slot by Play'n Go, Street Magic, Makes Its DebutPlay'n Go is showing players why they're one of the premier online slot developers in the industry right now with their latest release. The name of this game is Street Magic, and what you need to know about it is that it's all about a special magic street performer who seems like he's modeled on a number of particular street artists in this craft. Format and Wild Scatters The format this game uses is actually a little different than the norm.
Read full article24 August 2018
Hard Rock Atlantic City Gets Evolution Gaming TitlesAs time goes on, the lines between the online and land-based sectors of the gambling industry seem to become more and more blurred. We're reminded of this yet again with a new deal that has been signed between Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Atlantic City and Evolution Gaming. This will see the live dealer games of the latter available for players on-site for the former as a part of a historic deal. A New Addition in New Jersey
Read full article24 August 2018
New Leprechaun Song Slot Released by Pragmatic PlayAfter players have been waiting for quite a while in anticipation, Pragmatic Play has finally released their latest online slot. This game is Leprechaun Song, and it's a title produced with winning some serious cash in mind without letting the volatility get too far out of hand. This helps to make it a good balance between the two major play styles that people tend to prefer. What the Leprechaun Song Slot Offers
Read full article20 August 2018
New Rainbrew Slot Released to Microgaming QuickfireNew additions are made all the time to the Microgaming Quickfire suite. The latest is a Just for the Win slot called Rainbrew. This game stands out for its atypical approach to the "all ways" format, which includes two extra reels that run horizontally instead of vertically to give players a number of extra ways to get winning combinations. What Stands Out About Rainbrew Here are the key things that you need to know about the Rainbrew online slot:
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