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Nolimit City brings the battleground to you in Tanked

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1 year ago

December 3, 2024

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Nolimit City shows you what fighting for domination is really like in its latest release – Tanked. Witness the war between 4 power-hungry warlords who’ll stop at nothing for total domination! This Labs-branded slot is a chaotic masterpiece of destruction. This is the first of its kind for Nolimit City, even following their most recent experimental titles Munchies, Outsourced: Slash Game and Brick Snake 2000. Tanked introduces new features and gameplay that is sure to cause mayhem.

In Tanked, war is personal. In the base game, the reels start at a 6×6 grid but can expand to a massive 9×9, thanks to the explosive Barrel Bombs and Rocket Tank Boosters. Multipliers are scattered across the battlefield, while symbols get upgraded with each collected Multiplier crate. The carnage doesn’t stop there. Meet xLoot™, Nolimit’s new mechanic, where each warlord collects symbols matching their colour.

Each warlord has 3 lives, when they lose each of their lives they will be considered dead and all their respective symbols will be removed from the reels. After 1 round they rise again because, in war, there’s no rest for the wicked. xNudge® and xSplit® take the warfare up a notch. xNudge® will nudge down to the bottom of the reel, turning any symbol into a wild allowing clear passage for each of the Warlords. Meanwhile, xSplit®, splits any symbol horizontally or vertically, doubling the number of symbols in the way.

What’s war without a little heavy artillery? Tank Boosters are the only things that the warlords love. The Rocket Booster targets the wall close to any random rival warlords, removing one of their lives and expanding the reels in the process. The Grenade Booster targets one random enemy removing one of their lives and any surrounding symbols or other enemy. The Power Drill Booster allows the warlord to drive to the largest cluster of its coloured symbol, picking up any multiplier, tank booster or wilds in it’s path whilst also removing any enemy in the way. Lastly, the Airstrike Booster targets up to 3 enemy warlords and causes an explosive pattern removing anything in the blast radius.

The expansion of the reels makes the battleground dynamic. The Rocket Booster and the Barrel Bomb can inflict some damage when used correctly. But that being said the xBomb® can also be as deadly as it removes anything around it when it detonates. Explosions aren’t lacking in Tanked, even when there are no bombs around, if 3 – 4 warlords are close to each other they will martyrdom themselves. If all 4 warlords lose their lives at once this will trigger Mayhem Spins, where the reels expand to 9×9 and a +10 multiplier is added. In Mayhem Spins all the warlords will have 1 life, increasing the chance to clear the reels once they die. If they all die during Mayhem Spins, then 1 additional spin will be awarded and another +10 Multiplier will be added.

The free spins in Tanked are acquired by collecting 3 – 4 Beer Symbols. 3 Beer Symbols trigger 5 Carnage Spins where the Multipliers, Kill Count and Grid size are carried over from the base game. Collection 4 Beer Symbols triggers 7 Carnage Royale Spins where the grid will be set to 9×9 and a +5 multiplier on top of the current multiplier is carried over from the base game. If all characters die in the same explosion during free spins then it will be upgraded to Mayhem Spins and the remaining free spins will be played in the upgraded bonus mode.

If you want to go nuclear, then God Mode can be triggered as a Bonus Buy feature with a chance of triggering a maximum payout of 25,000x the base bet. Tanked is rated as “Extremely Volatile” as the bonus is a high-risk gamble that players have come to expect from the provider. It will usher in more experimental games to Nolimit’s catalogue of games!

Per Lindheimer, Head of Product at Nolimit City, said:

“Tanked is the kind of game where you’re constantly questioning: ‘Was this war really necessary?’ The xLoot™ mechanic takes the chaos up a notch, and we’re excited to see how players take to this wild new feature, hopefully unlocking a whole new era of Nolimit games. Strap in cause this is going to be one messy war!“

‘Tanked’ will be available to all Nolimit City partners on December 3rd, 2024.

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

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3 days ago

December 23, 2025

George Miller

Editor’s Take

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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3 days ago

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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3 days ago

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: