The week in B2B news (21 May)
All the latest news from the supplier side of the industry, including updates from iSoftBet, Playson and Pragmatic Play
4ThePlayer unveils 3 Secret Cities slot
4ThePlayer is inviting players to embark on an Aztec adventure and discover the lost temple treasures in new slot 3 Secret Cities.
The title was released today as a limited exclusive on LeoVegas via Relax Silver Bullet and will be followed by a network release on 26 May 2021.
It features the studio’s new BONUS↑UP mechanic, which keeps the game exciting by improving the bonus (increasing Free Spins and Multiplier) the longer the play without hitting one.
Andrew Porter, CEO of 4ThePlayer.com, said: “With recent slots pushing out bonus frequency to crazy numbers, we have solved two major player frustrations with our new BONUS↑UP mechanic.”
iSoftBet nets Tipobet365 partnership and unveils Moriarty Megaways™ slot for general release
iSoftBet has partnered with online casino brand Tipobet365 to launch its collection of online slot content, complete with proprietary and licensed features.
Tipobet365’s customers will now have access to iSoftBet’s growing library of proprietary titles, including Hold & Win products like Aztec Gold Extra Gold Megaways and Sea of Riches.
Active in 19 regulated global markets, iSoftBet provides some of the largest operators with casino games and a route to market via its GAP aggregation platform.
Lars Kollind, head of business development at iSoftBet, said: “We’re extremely pleased with the momentum of commercial growth we’ve experienced in recent times.”
In other news, iSoftBet’s latest title in its Twisted Tales series, Moriarty Megaways, is now available on general release following an exclusive deal with William Hill.
Many around the world will recognise detective extraordinaire, Sherlock Holmes, and his trusty sidekick Watson, however, Moriarty Megaways™ focuses on Sherlock’s arch nemesis and criminal mastermind, Professor James Moriarty.
In the game, players are immersed in a gloomy London street where the world’s most famous super sleuths search the reels for riches, while also triggering their own special features, such as Mystery Symbols or Max Megaways™.
During the free spins mode, players can have up to 352,947 ways to win, with the opportunity to win a staggering 37,500x their stake as two of fiction’s most colourful characters engage in a battle of wits in this detailed slot.
Playson launches Gold 2: Double Hit
Casino games and software developer Playson has launched Book of Gold 2: Double Hit, enhancing one of the company’s most popular titles with its engaging new gameplay format.
The latest title to feature the provider’s Double Hit mechanic, the release invites players to enjoy two 3×5 fields with 10 pay lines, doubling their opportunity to earn Free Spins.
The Playson title also showcases a Special Expanding symbol, which is chosen before Free Spins commence.
Playson’s Vsevolod Lapin said: “Games such as Book of Gold: Double Hit perfectly exemplify our Double Hit mechanic, designed to drive retention in markets where maximum stake limits are low.”
Pragmatic Play goes live with Cash Elevator
Slots supplier Pragmatic Play has published its newest immersive video title Cash Elevator in partnership with Reel Kingdom.
The high volatility hit sees players riding the elevator to reunite two lovers in a creepy hotel. In the base game, fans can advance through the floors if an up-facing arrow lands on the middle reel.
However, they can also drop a level in the same manner. Getting up to the 13th floor will trigger the Hold and Spin feature, while travelling down to level 0 starts the Basement round.
Pragmatic Play’s Yossi Barzely said: “Creating slots that appeal to all players is vital for us and our partnership with Reel Kingdom has allowed us to deliver immersive, high volatility games.”
Pronet Gaming seals early release of Gonzo’s Treasure Hunt
Platform specialist Pronet Gaming is among the first supplier to release Evolution’s latest game Gonzo’s Treasure Hunt, three weeks ahead of its general release.
The online live game show is the world’s first live casino game to bring together live and slots-style gameplay and the first to utilise augmented reality technology.
Inspired by NetEnt’s famous Gonzo character, the central feature of the game is the slots-style search for hidden treasures in a giant wall of 70 stones.
Bobby Longhurst at Pronet Gaming said: “It’s so exciting that we are releasing this fresh take on a popular concept that widens the definition of both live and slots.”
Yggdrasil partners with ReelPlay on Jaguar SuperWays
Yggdrasil has partnered with YG Masters studio ReelPlay to release Bad Dingo’s wild new title Jaguar SuperWays.
Set in a deep South American jungle and featuring an array of fearsome wildlife, Jaguar SuperWays offers players a unique slot experience combining features never seen together before.
Each new spin begins with five reels and 243-ways to win. Free Spins commence at 1,024-ways and are awarded when three or more temple symbols appear, with up to 20 cascading spins up for grabs.
Stuart McCarthy, head of Partner Programs at Yggdrasil, said: “We are very impressed with the content that ReelPlay has produced as a YG Masters partner.”
Gibtelecom expands into Asia
As part of Gibtelecom’s international expansion plans, the company is launching its first Asian datacentre in Johor Bahru, Malaysia.
The facility offers hosting, managed solutions and a full range of cloud services and is connected directly to the company’s core private network, linking European businesses with their Asian operations and vice versa.
Daniel Hook, Gibtelecom’s director of enterprise, said: “The online gaming landscape is forever changing, as the last 12 months has clearly shown us and this provides both challenges and opportunities for Gibtelecom and our customers alike.
“We have a substantial customer base spanning multiple industries that have operations in Asia and this addition to our existing network presence in the region gives our customers greater options to connect eastbound,” he added.