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Week 2/2024 slot games releases

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January 12, 2024

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Here are this weeks latest slots releases compiled by European Gaming

Pragmatic Play, is set to release the hounds in The Big Dawgs. In this canine-inspired Slot with 2,304 ways to win, a litter of dog and object symbols can create winning combinations from left to right, top to bottom, anywhere on the 5×5 grid. These symbols are then removed from play, potentially leading to tumble wins as remaining symbols fall to the bottom of the screen.

Inspired Entertainment, Inc. is pleased to announce the launch of its January line-up of online and mobile slots: 7’s Of Luck™ and Big Bonus Booster™. Offering players the luck of the Irish is 7’s Of Luck, a 5×4 reel, 40 win-line slot. With its crisp backdrop of rolling green hills, blue skies, lakes and rainbows, 7’s Of Luck is an Irish-themed version of Inspired’s popular slot, Burn 7s Burn™. Taking players on an exhilarating journey to big wins is Big Bonus Booster, a descendent of Inspired’s hit title, Big Bonus™. With a dazzling new look and an innovative twist on the brand’s classic game mechanics, Big Bonus Booster includes a new Boost symbol and an extended Boost Trail.

Having seriously upgraded its exciting catalogue of Premium releases throughout 2023, popular software provider, Swintt, is seeking to maintain that momentum going into the New Year as it prepares to dazzle players with its sparkling new slot, Big Max Diamonds and Wilds. Being both a SwinttPremium game and a new entry into the “Big Max” series of slots, players will find plenty of familiar features and design elements spread across the five reels and 30 fixed paylines of Big Max Diamonds and Wilds

Yggdrasil and YG Masters partner Peter & Sons have come together for their coldest combination yet in the first release for the year, Frozen Age, featuring supersized symbols for boosted win potential. The 6×6 title sees a collection of ice-age creatures inhabiting the reels, with Monster Blocks available on any spin, ranging from 2×2 to 6×6 in size. In addition, these can become synced, transforming all Monster Blocks into matching icons.

Relax Gaming, has kick-started the year with another engaging release, Bill & Coin. Led by two memorable money-themed mascots, Bill and Coin, players can win up to 10,000x their stake via three lucrative features that can be picked when three bonus symbols land; Coin Track, Multiplier Ladder and Sure Win. Coin Track starts with four coins on a coin track that surrounds the game reels.

After a wildly successful 2023 that brought a wide range of fantastic releases including its latest hit feature, Action Spins, Nolimit City is ready to dive headfirst into the new year with renewed vigour and a determination to disrupt the world of slots. Its latest release, Devil’s Crossroad, only sets the scene for what’s to come. Devil’s Crossroad is a unique fusion of the experimental crosslink-ways setup seen in 2023’s Gluttony and the classic 3-2-1 collector bonus found in popular titles like Fire in the Hole, Dead Canary and Whacked.

Games Global and PearFiction Studios™ are starting 2024 by transporting prize-hungry players to the African Wilderness in 7,776 ways to win release 3 Lucky Hippos™. Epitomising the unique style of game that players have become accustomed to from PearFiction Studios™, this vibrant safari-themed slot is set in front of a background of lush grasslands, acacia trees, and sprawling mountain ranges, presenting a colourful view of Africa.

Belatra Games has hit the mark again with its newest title, Axe of Fortune. This medieval slot saga is inspired by legendary Norse characters that make up symbols including tankards, shieldmaidens and wooden ronds. A brooding soundtrack helps to create an absorbing atmosphere on the reels that are set against a 5×3 layout.

GAMOMAT is celebrating the New Year with the release of Book of Elements: Burning Ice. This hot new title has 20 paylines, a 6×4 design and invites players to the imposing Crystalshore. Here the young frost mage Kiana Bluespyre lives with her ice phoenix Avala while she studies to become a master of the elements.

Apparat Gaming, the developer of slots that are distinctly German, is promising juicy wins with the latest slot to leave its production line, Sticky Star Fruits. As the name suggests, this game is all about fruit and especially the most exotic in the world of juicy delights, the Stick Star Fruit which helps in landing explosive win combinations to hit the max win potential of 4,500x. Players must savour the flavour in this 5×3 reel, 10 payline slot bursting with Free Spins, Sticky Wilds and much, much more.

Wizard Games is exploring a forest filled with enchanted animals in latest launch Golden Elk. The 5×3, 50 payline slot is set in a mystical wonderland, with harmony at its heart, where a Golden Elk offers its wisdom and wealth to all that encounter it. Golden Elk offers both a respins and free spins mode, with the free spins triggered when three or more scatters land on the reels.

Join Bao Yun on his quest to retrieve the lost treasures of his ancestors in Play’n GO’s latest animal slot, Pandastic Adventure. In this dynamic 5×3 online slot, players will join Bao Yun on his quest to uncover lost treasure. With a gold talisman passed down through generations – it’s up to players to aid him on his quest to the magical temple. As this is a Play’n GO animal slot inspired by the East, be sure to expect lush backdrops, immersive features and charming gameplay.

Blueprint Gaming’s popular folklore game series returns with the addition of in-game jackpots and a powerful collector feature in its latest instalment, Luck O’ The Irish Fortune Play 3. The familiar 5×4 reel game board now features four fixed cashpots that can be claimed alongside classic cash prizes during the title’s Money Spins round, providing a fresh experience to the existing gameplay that is already hugely popular with players.

Spinomenal is giving slot players a chance to get their teeth into its latest hit, Dracula Unleashed. Spinomenal’s Vampire inspired release features two Wild high symbols, a red orb and Dracula himself. These Wilds will count for any symbol aside from free spins and the bonus symbol. Five Wild symbols on a winning line will multiply the bet line by x1000. An added element within the main game is the countdown wild. If any of these symbols are on the screen once the reel stops, then the game will launch the respin mode.

Reflex Gaming is teaming up with Yggdrasil, a leading iGaming publisher, once again to deliver a high volatility twist on the classic slot experience in their latest release, Sidewinder DoubleMax. Combining a nostalgic, classic fruit theme with Yggdrasil’s innovative Game Engagement Mechanic (GEM), Sidewinder DoubleMax has five reels and 20 paylines and offers a max win of 5,000x.

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From ‘Mummyverse’ to Crash Games: Belatra Reviews a Landmark 2025

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December 23, 2025

George Miller

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Why this matters: Belatra has been a steady hand in the slots world for a long time, but 2025 marked a distinct shift in strategy. By entering the Crash vertical with Goose Boom Bang and winning big at SiGMA Africa, the studio is clearly pivoting to capture the high-growth, high-frequency players in emerging markets. They are no longer just a “classic slots” developer; they are diversifying the portfolio to ensure relevance in regions like LatAm and Africa.

The Full Story

Belatra Games, the specialist online slots developer, has issued a strategic review of its 2025 operations, celebrating a 12-month period defined by entry into new game verticals, significant franchise expansion, and high-profile industry recognition.

The year was characterized by a dual strategy: deepening engagement in established markets while aggressively expanding its content portfolio to suit local preferences in emerging territories.

Portfolio Evolution: Crash and Battles 2025 saw Belatra move beyond its traditional slot roots. The company made its debut in the high-demand Crash game vertical with the launch of Goose Boom Bang, a title designed to tap into the fast-paced gameplay preference of younger demographics.

Additionally, the studio introduced a fresh game concept with the launch of Battles, a new format unveiled for the first time in 2025, with further development planned for 2026.

The ‘Mummyverse’ Expands For fans of classic slots, the highlight of the year was the aggressive expansion of the Mummyverse. Belatra nearly doubled the size of this franchise over the year, making it the most extensive game universe in their entire catalog.

The developer also focused on B2B localization, releasing a number of exclusive bespoke games created specifically for selected operator partners to meet specific local market tastes.

Awards and Recognition The company’s strategic shifts were validated by industry accolades. Belatra secured over 30 nominations throughout the year, with standout wins including:

Best Slot Provider (awarded by BitStarz).
Most Played Game of 2025 for Make It Gold at the SiGMA Africa Awards.
Player’s Pick Award.

Management Commentary Misha Voinich, Head of Business Development at Belatra, commented on the studio’s momentum:

“This year has truly defined who we are as a studio – ambitious, creative and focused on building long-term partnerships. We’ve expanded our universes, launched new ones and entered exciting new markets that will all help us carry this momentum into the New Year.”

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‘Chaos and Soul’: Ebaka Games Plots Global Expansion After Viral Launch

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December 23, 2025

George Miller

Editor’s Take

Why this matters: The “Instant Game” vertical (Crash, Plinko, Mines) is becoming crowded, but Ebaka Games is cutting through the noise with a distinct brand personality. By securing BMM Testlabs certification so quickly after launch, they are signaling to Tier 1 operators that despite their “chaotic” marketing vibe, the math underneath is solid and compliant. The backing of industry veteran Dmitry Belianin also adds immediate commercial credibility to the startup.

The Full Story

Ebaka Games, the fledgling studio that promises to bring “chaos and soul” to the iGaming sector, has outlined an aggressive growth strategy for 2026 following a landmark launch period in late 2025.

The studio, which officially debuted in November, reports that its initial rollout reached more than five million people worldwide. The launch saw its portfolio go live with the operator Menace, serving as the initial testbed for its mechanics and “Ebaka modes.”

The Product: Instant Games with Personality Ebaka is bypassing traditional slots to focus on the high-growth vertical of fast-paced, instant-win games. Their initial lineup includes:

Plinko
Mines
Tower
Limbo
Crash

Differentiation is achieved through unique mascots and signature gameplay tweaks designed to offer high win potential and distinct visual identities, moving away from the generic interfaces often found in this genre.

Regulatory Milestone Crucially for its 2026 roadmap, Ebaka Games has confirmed it has secured certification from BMM Testlabs. This accreditation validates the fairness and integrity of its RNG (Random Number Generator) and game engines, removing a major barrier to entry for regulated markets. With this certification in hand, the studio plans to launch with a number of “major brands” in the coming year.

Management Commentary Vitalii Zalievskyi, CEO of Ebaka Games, commented on the studio’s unorthodox approach:

“It’s only been a few weeks since we first introduced Ebaka Games to the world. The feedback has been breathtaking, and it vindicates the decision for us to take a different path to the rest of the industry. You don’t need huge marketing budgets to grab people’s attention if you are building something truly innovative.”

Industry Backing The studio describes itself as being “created by players for players” but boasts significant industry firepower in its corner. The team includes Dmitry Belianin, a well-known figure in the sector who is the co-founder of Blask and Menace, as well as Managing Partner at Already Media.

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Racing Meets Nightlife: SBK Backs ARC’s New ‘Friday Night Live’ Series

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December 23, 2025

George Miller

Editor’s Take

Why this matters: British racing has a well-documented demographic problem; its core audience is aging. “Friday Night Live” is a direct attempt to fix this by blending high-stakes racing with the “experience economy” (DJs, nightlife vibes) that appeals to Gen Z and Millennials. Bringing SBK on board—a mobile-first, app-only sportsbook—is a perfect demographic fit, while the Racing Post adds the necessary credibility to ensure the actual racing product remains the focus.

The Full Story

Arena Racing Company (ARC) has unveiled the strategic commercial lineup for its upcoming Friday Night Live series, confirming SBK as the Exclusive Betting Partner and The Racing Post as the Official Media Partner.

Set to launch in January 2026, Friday Night Live is a new initiative created in collaboration with youth-focused events company INVADES. The series is designed to overhaul the traditional race day experience, featuring fast-paced fixtures under floodlights, DJ sets, and significant entertainment elements sandwiched between races.

The Commercial Deal

SBK: As the exclusive betting partner, the Smarkets-owned sportsbook will take naming rights and on-course branding for all 35 races. Crucially, these races will be broadcast live on mainstream television via ITV Racing as well as Sky Sports Research.
The Racing Post: As the Official Media Partner, the publication will provide content, coverage, and promotion across its digital platforms, aiming to bridge the gap between established racing purists and the new audience ARC hopes to attract.

A High-Stakes Experiment The series is not just a marketing exercise; it carries serious sporting weight. Each of the five scheduled nights will feature over £200,000 in prize money. The fixtures will rotate across three of ARC’s all-weather tracks: Wolverhampton, Newcastle, and Southwell.

Management Commentary David Leyden Dunbar, Group Director of Commercial Strategy at ARC, was clear about the target audience:

“We have been very clear that one of the aims of Friday Night Live is to engage the next generation of racing fans… Both [partners] have shown real enthusiasm to work with us… as well as using the platform that these fixtures will offer them to also engage with more established racing and sports fans.”

Adam Baylis, Marketing Director at SBK, added:

“Friday Night Live [is] a fresh and engaging concept that brings a new energy to British racing. SBK has always been built around sport… our focus is on enhancing the live race day experience in a fun, social and responsible way.”

The 2026 Schedule The series kicks off immediately in the new year: