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Microgaming plays a winning hand with a new poker offering

November 3, 2020 by Admin

Microgaming, an international online casino content development powerhouse, recently unveiled its latest step in expanding its online casino vertical.

Poker enthusiasts will be thrilled at the news that the company has a new range of poker titles set to roll out to its platform. Microgaming and its partners also stand to draw great benefit from the expansion of their respective portfolios.

Game changer

Microgaming revealed In an official press statement that they have designed their upcoming titles to cater particularly to players who were disappointed by the termination of the Microgaming Poker Network (MPN) earlier in 2020. The network had a rich 16-year history of delivering high-quality online poker.

Hold’Em Poker is the first game from the new line-up due for release with other titles like Lucky Showdown following soon afterward.

Next level entertainment

The introduction of the new Hold’Em Poker game offers Microgaming the chance to deliver a new gaming experience to its players with this new title designed to offer a novel, captivating experience with added features for enhanced gameplay.

Hold’Em Poker is a Sit & Go tournament, a fast-paced poker game generally between 6 to 10 players over a 20 to 60-minute period. The game has been optimised for mobile devices and comes with a few new surprises. A new wheel mechanic featured in the game dishes out random prize pool awards and has a progressive jackpot that starts at an astounding $25,000.

John Coleman, Microgaming’s CEO, laid out how the game would significantly enhance the company’s casino vertical. He detailed how they designed the game to appeal to fans of poker and online casinos, offering a riveting and entertainment-packed experience.

Coleman went on to state that Microgaming intends to further broaden its offering through the addition of new and thrilling innovations and titles.

Hold’Em Poker will have an exclusive, limited release on December 1 with the global launch following soon after on December 9.

Yggdrasil unleashes hellish delights with Hades Gigablox pokie

October 30, 2020 by Admin

Yggdrasil Gaming is supersizing your enjoyment this October 22^nd with its latest pokie, Hades Gigablox. This is the second title from the studio to feature Yggdrasil’s proprietary GIGABLOX mechanic.

The gameplay experience is supported by a theme and storyline that show surprising depth. The 6×6 reel, 50 payline game takes place against the background of a fiery hell ruled by Hades, the Greek god of the underworld.

The grim atmosphere of the destined place for all human souls is balanced by the game’s brilliant winning potential, intricate illustrations, and surprising animations. The maximum jackpot you could win is €1,112,900 ($1,315,458), a possibility made easier by the game’s friendly RTP of 96%.

Gifts from below

Hades is the main attraction of the game, casting his withering gaze on the gameplay from the side of the reels. With a simple nod, the custodian of the dead can hurl mega blocks named Gigablox onto the reels. These blocks will display standard symbols together to create huge combinations.

All wins pay from left to right, and you will need symbol combinations of three or more. You can bet anything from 0.10 up to 100.00 per spin.

The reels feature the Hydra, a Mutant Bird, a Horned Beast, playing card symbols hewn from huge blocks, Wild symbols, the Cerberus Scatter symbol, and the Minotaur that serves as the game’s Jackpot bonus symbol. The four wild symbol variants are gold-covered versions of the Hydra, the Horned Beast, the Mutant Bird, and the Minotaur.

Fiery free spins

Getting the most out of Hades Gigablox requires the Free Spins bonus round. If 5 or more Cerberus Scatters appear on the reels, each visible Scatter symbol will award 1 free spin.

After each free spin, Hades bounds onto the reels to battle the mythical beasts and each vanquished symbol will transform into a wild.

Yggdrasil has again raised the bar and the stakes in the online slots world with a premium slot experience that will be hard to beat.

Pragmatic Solutions unwraps Blueribbon online casino deal

October 23, 2020 by Admin

Pragmatic Solutions recently dropped some major news, announcing a new partnership with Blueribbon Software Malta via an official press release. The partnership means that Pragmatic will have access to, impactful marketing software that enhances player engagement, created by the Malta-based company.

Pragmatic Solutions’ spokesperson expounded on the details of the deal stating that the software focuses on cross-content promotions. The technology would allow for, jackpot promotions to be implemented across various online casino games.

Market share on the rise

This deal will further boost Blueribbon’s ascent in the iGaming industry and is just one in a recent flurry of online casino deals for the corporation. In July 2020, the company finalised a content supply arrangement with development studio Playson, adding a welcome boost to its catalogue of titles.

Pragmatic Solutions-affiliated Rhino Entertainment, which recently launched its online casino, is drawing particular benefits from the Blueribbon deal. A company spokesperson revealed that the deal would allow efficient promotion of jackpots across international markets. They further stated that beyond increasing growth and revenue, the agreement would boost the company’s ambitions of evolving as an industry leader.

Competing at the highest level

Pragmatic Solutions CEO, Ashley Lang, referred to the new partnership as ground-breaking, stating that sharing resources with Blueribbon Software Malta would provide operating partners with a valuable competitive edge. She added that the technology was ideal for boosting player excitement and anticipation, which is essential to cultivating a growing online casino player base.

She stressed that the jackpot system has profound flexibility at its heart as it allows for tailored promotional solutions. Custom campaigns for selected client bases can be easily created and implemented, a vital advantage for partners who aim to be more competitive in the market.

NetEnt unleashes Ocean’s Treasure Pokie

February 21, 2020 by Admin

iGaming development studio NetEnt is globally renowned as the creators of some of the most enjoyable online pokies in the industry. When their latest title, Ocean’s Treasure made its debut, it made a significant splash in the iGaming world and garnering lots of attention. True to the studio’s form, the pokie is an absolute triumph. The game features a dynamic gameplay grid that transforms as you spin and a menacing Kraken that lurks above the reels. This pokie is definitely a must-play for fans of all types.

True to its name, Ocean’s Treasure plunges you into the depths of the lost city of Atlantis. The pokie sports 5 reels and 3 rows which are surrounded by stone sculptures and other remnants of the fabled civilization. The visuals shift and morph as you play, telling the story of descent, deeper into the mythical core of the lost citadel. The engrossing imagery is a fitting accompaniment to the rich offering of features, which include Stacked Wilds, Free Spins, and Level Multipliers.

Deeper descent

The most prominent feature of Ocean’s Treasure is undoubtedly the Level Multipliers. Other than a guaranteed way to line your pockets with treasure, it is a visual delight. A combination of 3 or more Scatter Symbols activates this feature, hurling you into Atlantis. Keep your wits about you, a beast lurks in the watery shadows.

If a Wild makes an appearance during a free spin, the game’s appearance changes as you transition to a new level. The multiplier is also enhanced, increasing with each successive level ascension. This progression has a limit of 5 levels, where the multiplier increases to a mammoth x12. Arriving at the 5^th level awakens the Kraken who looms over the reels until your free spins are depleted.

NetEnt’s feverous dedication to art direction is apparent in the visual execution of this pokie.

Ocean’s Treasure demo play

A rising tide

Bryan Upton, director of games at NetEnt explained that the gameplay experience was constructed to ignite anticipation. Upton further stated that Ocean’s Treasure was an in-house experiment, framed by the intent to seize the player’s attention.

Upton wrapped up by calling the experiment a success and citing the pokie’s status as one of the studio’s biggest achievements to date.

Ocean’s Treasure is available now on desktop and mobile. Put your bravery to the test and descend to the darkest depths and face The Kraken of legend.

Evolution Gaming to debut Live Casino Games

February 9, 2020 by Admin

Evolution Gaming is a household name when it comes to live casino games. So, their announcement of the upcoming release of 12 new games has been met with no small measure of enthusiasm from the industry and players alike. The developer is set to unveil their new releases at the International Casino Exhibition (ICE) London event, as part of the company’s 2020 official corporate strategy.

Out of all the new titles, Evolution seems most excited about Crazy Time. A company rep described the upcoming release as the “craziest, most entertaining live casino game ever developed.”

Here’s a glimpse of what to expect from Crazy Time

Evolution Gaming is adding to an already impressive catalogue of titles with this new influx and they expect a positive response from the market.

Brand new horizons

Many fans are likely anticipating new Game Show tie-ins, which are Evolution’s most popular titles; however, the company rep remained tight-lipped regarding specifics. The studio did reveal that they are aiming for significant growth in 2020 and will maintain their classic casino game focus while also making use of the latest technology to boost the appeal and functionality of their offerings.

A taste of things to come

Evolution broke their veil of secrecy to reveal a few choice titbits. The names and details of a few of their new batch of game creations were unveiled. Mega Ball is a lottery-Bingo mashup, with the chance for players to walk away with an earth-shaking 1,000,000 times their original bet jackpot.

The first-ever Live Casino Craps is also set to emerge from the new releases. No further details regarding how exactly the dice game will play out online were made available.

Instant Roulette is another exciting title waiting in the wings and has been touted as the fastest live casino game version of this classic gambling pastime in creation.

Power Blackjack and Speed Blackjack will also feature in the mix, with the first allowing players to multiply bets on their initial two cards, and the second being a ‘speed’ version with traditional rules.

The last on the list of current disclosures is Lightning Baccarat. Everyone will have to remain in suspense for details about the as-yet unrevealed titles until their official debuts.

Jungle Jim returns in Microgaming’s latest online slot sequel developed by Stormcraft Studios

November 9, 2019 by Admin

Fans of online casino software developer extraordinaire, Microgaming, will be pleased to hear about its latest release that brings back one of its most popular characters.

Developed exclusively by Stormcraft Studios, Jungle Jim and the Lost Sphinx is the charismatic leader’s second epic quest for lost treasure, this time taking players to the mysterious sands of Egypt.

“We are so excited for the return of this iconic character in Jungle Jim and the Lost Sphinx.”

Much anticipated sequel:

Originally announced back in July, Microgaming showcased the then-upcoming video slot on a specially designed stand at iGB Live!, which took place at RAI Amsterdam.

The next chapter in the fan-favorite series takes players to Egypt, where they search for the Lost Sphinx in the 5×4 reel, 35 payline online slot that grows to 5×5 reels and 50 paylines at key junctures of the game. Matching the excitement of El Dorado, this surefire hit is packed with features including the Isle of Man-based developer‘s popular Win Booster mechanics and Rolling Reels with 10x multiplier trail.

Big-win potential:

Against a star-filled desert sky, the action opens in the base game to a 5×4 reel grid and a multiplier trail that gets a boost during free spins up to 10x displayed above the reels. Winning symbols are blasted away by Rolling Reels on each successive win, as fresh symbols drop down, which creates the opportunity for additional wins with increasing multipliers.

Once a player has achieved three back-to-back wins in the base game, the grid will expand to a 5×5 configuration that unlocks 15 extra paylines and awards a 4x multiplier. A bonus respin is additionally awarded to players on a non-winning reveal.

Bonus spins:

The action heats up when three scatter symbols appear on the reels. When that happens, players follow Jim, grappling hook in tow, as he ascends into the 5×5 reel, 50 payline chamber of the Lost Sphinx to be rewarded with the treasure of a dozen bonus spins and a multiplier trail worth up to 20x.

During the feature, players will be aided when golden Sphinx symbols appear on the center reel, helping them in their effort to reach the elusive 20x multiplier as each symbol collected awards another spin and advances the multiplier trail to the next higher level.

The frequency of bonus spins that are triggered can be significantly improved by players with activation of the Win Booster, during which it only takes two scatter symbols to gain access to the highly sought after feature.

“The team at Stormcraft are very excited to launch this long-anticipated sequel, Jungle Jim and the Lost Sphinx.”

Jim’s back!:

Commenting on the return of one of our favorite characters, Director of Global Operations for Microgaming, James Buchanan, said in an official press release…

“We are so excited for the return of this iconic character in Jungle Jim and the Lost Sphinx. Jungle Jim is ready to dig up incredible rewards with a win potential of up to 6,250x. The combination of innovative game mechanics and a graphically rich visual experience makes this latest installment of Jungle Jim a game not to miss!”

Intriguing storyline:

Terrence Igesund, Executive Producer for the South African game studio, added…

“Jungle Jim is back and ready for his next big adventure!

“The team at Stormcraft is very excited to launch this long-anticipated sequel, Jungle Jim and the Lost Sphinx. With decades of industry experience behind us, we set out to create a beautifully crafted and highly engaging gaming experience, loaded with innovative features and great win potential. The intriguing storyline supported by Jim’s entertaining antics should ensure that this game becomes a fan favourite!”

There’s a lot going on in Jungle Jim and the Lost Sphinx, which is now available exclusively to Microgaming casinos.

Stormcraft Studios:

Introduced by Microgaming in June 2018, the independent game studio, Stormcraft Studios, that supplies exclusive content to the online gaming giant is responsible for successful titles such as Dragon Shard, Agent Jane Blonde Returns, and the steampunked-themed, Fortunium, which was the innovative developer’s first official game release and was unveiled on day two of ICE Totally Gaming 2018.

New Releases from Microgaming

October 5, 2019 by Admin

Microgaming has unveiled a host of brand new releases to delight their fans:

Banana Odyssey

Microgaming roars through the final frontier of space in Banana Odyssey. This exclusive title comes out of Slingshot Studios, who also created Zombie Hoard and Cash of Kingdoms.

The game follows the journey of Buck and Chip, two astro-chimps on a space adventure for the Banana Planet’s legendary riches. The game is a high energy, five-by-three reel, 10-payline online slot. The features include free spins, expanding wilds and respins.

Bunches of bonus features await the space-traveling enthusiast, when the wild symbol lands on one of the three middle reels and expands to fill the entire reel, triggering the cosmic respin feature. When this feature is activated, the expanded wild remains locked in place as the remaining reels respin. Any additional wild that lands present an opportunity to trigger even further respins, ramping up the chance of rewards.

Free spins are also the starts of this game. Landing three scatter symbols on reels two, three and four triggers 10 free spins with the potential for locked expanding wilds, setting up great win potential in the space race.

Aurora Wilds

Neon Valley Studios, burst onto the gaming scene with their vividly enchanting debut title, produced exclusively for Microgaming.

Aurora Wilds is a five-reel, ten-payline online slot, themed around the magical Pacific Northwest. The game features expanding wilds, respins, bi-directional paylines, and the Jackpot Wheel. Players are gently immersed in the shimmering visuals of the Northern lights which serve as a backdrop

Totem animals jig wildly along the reels as gleaming wild symbols emerge on reels two, three and four. When the wild symbol lands, it expands to fill the entire reel, locking into place and awarding a free respin. A total of three successive respins can be triggered as additional wilds land during the feature.

A gentle, lilting soundtrack matches the game’s visuals perfectly, only changing when three scatter symbols land to trigger the Jackpot Wheel, which guarantees one of four jackpot prizes, awarding up to 2,000x the player’s bet

Tweet Hearts

This slot is themed around nesting love birds and their lush, tropical jungle home. This finely feathered five-reel, 17-payline slot boasts a variety of features, including the Double Lucky Line, Random Wilds, free spins and three different types of wild symbols.

Players joining the journey of the parrot pair will discover the Double Lucky Line, throughout the game, on the middle row across all five reels. When double symbols land on the Double Lucky Line, they are counted as two symbols for any winning combinations or free spin symbols.

The Random Wild feature, present throughout the base game, triggers two to six symbol positions to turn into wild symbols before the spin stops, transforming the reels into a wild zone.

Free spins are triggered when five or more free spin symbols land, immediately awarding 10 free spins. For each additional free spin symbol, an extra spin is awarded, up to a maximum of 25 spins in total.

During the free spins round, Lucky Wilds unlock extra double positions throughout the reels and award additional free spins. These transform into a double position for the duration of the free spins feature, increasing the potential to hatch amazing rewards.

Players ready to spread their wings and soar to new heights of winnings are bound to fall in love with Tweethearts.

Book of Oz: Lock ‘N Spin

This five-reel, ten-payline, high-volatility online slot opens up a brand new chapter in the acclaimed Book of Oz series. All of the magical wonder of the original breakout game, released in December last year, returns to conjure up brand new ways to win. The spellbinding Hyperspins™ Lock ‘N Spin and 2nd Chance features await to thrill both mobile and desktop players.

The Hyperspins™ Lock ‘N Spin feature within the base game, allows players to lock up to four reels and then respin in an attempt to complete massive wins or trigger the Free Spins feature. Locking reels offer players the chance to achieve near wins or reap the benefits of five Book Scatter symbols, giving rise to potentially spellbinding rewards.

The Book symbol doubles as both a wild and scatter. Finding three, four or five Book symbols triggers the Free Spins feature, rewarding 10, 12 or 25 free spins respectively. The Book of Oz blesses players with a special symbol that will expand on the reels during free spins and unlock astounding win potential.

The new 2nd Chance feature emerges during free spins and gives players a choice between choosing to keep the original symbol or reshuffle for a chance to upgrade their special expanding symbol. As the special symbol expands and illuminates on each reel, win potential grows up to 5,000 times the initial bet. Landing three or more Book symbols within the free spins feature will grant further free spins.

Boom Pirates

Captain Mary and her motley pirate crew feature as brilliantly drawn and animated characters in this seafaring adventure. This slot boasts a treasure-trove of gems for players to discover, including the all-new Wonderways™ and Foxify™ features.

The Wonderways feature, unleashes cannon fire to transform the five-by-four reel grid into an astonishing nine-by-six reels, offering over 10 million ways to win.

When activated, Foxify gives players the chance to increase their chances of triggering the game’s three treasured features; raising the initial wager by 50% and triggering a grid explosion.

Captain Mary periodically swings by during the game, turning non-winning spins into a five-of-a-kind winning combination.

When the captain gets the crew in the mood to sing sea-shanties, YO-HO-HO scatter symbols land on reels one, three and five. Finding all three symbols will activate free spins launching a special treasure hunt. When the Boom Pirates cannon is fired, activated Wonderways remain open for the duration of the free spins. This combined with the fact that any three scatters landing offer an additional five free spins, provides the potential for tantalizing rewards.

Players may also purchase free spins for the pirates’ price of 100x the initial bet. This buy-in feature allows players to access free spins at any point throughout the game.

Yukon gold casino player strikes jackpot on Mega Moolah slot

September 29, 2019 by Admin

Whenever online gambling or any form of gambling is mentioned the thought of life-changing wins occur.

Of course, not every player can be a winner but every now and again one lucky player strikes a massive win that creates hope in every other online gambler.

It doesn’t matter when you play, a massive win can happen at any time when playing progressive jackpot slots.

One very lucky player managed to strike the Mega Moolah progressive jackpot at Yukon Gold Casino.
September Winnings

On the 5th of September 2019 one very lucky Canadian player at Yukon Gold Casino decided to try their luck on the Mega Moolah slot from Microgaming.

While playing this very popular progressive jackpot slot the Canadian player managed to land a life-changing jackpot of CA$4,746,748.54. This win came as a big surprise for everyone as September has been rated one of the slower months for the Mega Moolah jackpot over the years.

This lucky Canadian player not only managed to break the streak of bad luck in September on the progressive slot but also managed to become the first to hit the jackpot on the 5th of the month. In the past, most September wins on the game only occurred on the 6th, 25th, and 28th of the month.

And although it hasn’t been confirmed if the jackpot winner is from Canada the prize paid it Canadian dollars basically tells the story. Lady Luck has been favouring Canadian players when it comes to the Mega Moolah slot. In 2019 alone Canadian players have earned a total of 42,228,633.73 in jackpot prizes on this progressive slot game.

Some might say it’s high time as there were no jackpots on the Mega Moolah slot in Canada up until June 2014.

Mega Moolah and Progressive Winnings

With the latest progressive jackpot win, many players are wondering what will happen and how much jackpot money will be up for the taking. While you might think the Mega Moolah slot would have no jackpot prize to win after such a marvelous win it couldn’t be further from the truth. The Mega Moolah jackpot has just been reset to back to 1.8 million giving players a chance to aim for those big
winnings once more.

About the slot

Mega Moolah is a fun progressive jackpot slot with an African Safari theme that can be played on all devices. The slots comes with four progressive jackpot prizes known as the Mini, Minor, and Major and Mega jackpot.

The most exciting part of playing Mega Moolah is that you can trigger the special Jackpot Bonus Game on any given spin. During this bonus game, you will be presented with a large wheel that will reveal your award once after the spin.

The bigger your bet size, the more likely you are to trigger the jackpot bonus game although you can take a spin from as little as 0.25.

Try the Mega Moolah progressive slot at Yukon Gold Casino and you could be the next big jackpot winner.

Microgaming shuts down MPN which is no longer aligned with Growth Strategy

September 25, 2019 by Admin

Online gaming software provider Microgaming has announced the imminent closure of the Microgaming Poker Network (MPN), one of its oldest flagship operations.

Microgaming has not disclosed an exact date but aim to have the network closed down by 2020.

In a statement issued on its official website, the company advised that MPN was deemed unnecessary after an exhaustive internal review of its online poker product portfolio and strategy.

MPN was launched over 16 years ago and has been instrumental in shaping the world of online poker. Its closure is sure to affect poker players everywhere.

The final curtain

While Microgaming has not settled on a specific date, they are aiming to complete the closure process by the second or third quarter of 2020. MPN has outlived its usefulness and no longer has a role to play in future strategies, according to the firm.

Alex Scott, Microgaming’s poker head, stated that the company wants the poker community to “have fond memories of the network.” Business will continue as normal until the network’s shutdown, previously scheduled online tournaments, live events, cash games, and promotions will not be affected.

This at least means that the ongoing Universal Championship of Poker and MPN Poker Tour will still take place.

Are Players’ Funds Safe?

Scott said that players need not worry about any funds that are currently with MPN poker rooms. Operations will continue as usual for the moment and all existing MPN rooms have informed Microgaming that they would find a new poker supplier. Microgaming has, in turn, assured them of a smooth transition.

Players are free to withdraw any funds that they currently have with MPN. Scott explained that as a condition of operating on the poker network, “each of our poker rooms is required to, at minimum, segregate all player funds from its operating expenses.”

Scott assured fans of online poker games that scenarios like these have already been well planned for. Addressing potentially concerned gamblers, he advised that the closure of the network will have “no impact on the safety of your funds.”

Microgaming’s shutdown of MPN is far from a signal that the company wishes to walk away from poker. On the contrary, it forms part of a larger strategy that the company’s CEO, John Coleman, says will actually help them adopt a new strategic direction for the vertical.

Neon Valley Studios Joins Microgaming

September 15, 2019 by Admin

Prominent digital casino gaming monolith Microgaming has made a significant move to further its expansion. The company has, in recent months, taken multiple smaller studios under its umbrella. Their latest acquisition is Neon Valley Studios, who recently announced that they have signed on with Microgaming.

Neon Valley Studios have gained a reputation for unique takes on pokies with story-driven experiences, inspired by Las Vegas Culture. The studio’s focus is generally directed towards players beyond the United States, which is likely why Microgaming brought them on board. The firm has openly stated that diversifying the offering of games for a global audience is one of its main objectives. Neon Valley Studios was clearly a perfect addition to further their plans.

Fresh Pokies

A statement on the official Microgaming site declared that the new addition to its emergent network would add a unique flavour, bringing distinctive game experiences to the online casino market.

Beyond the potential diversity Neon Valley Studios bring to the table, the company boasts a team of seasoned designers and creators. Their creative talent pool is part of a larger development unit that brims with passion and productivity. The team takes pride in their ability to adapt and respond to an ever-changing technological and cultural landscape.

Gameburger sizzles with potential

Gameburger Studios, another recent acquisition by Microgaming, are well known for creating content that celebrates United States culture, popular with players all over the world. Exciting new developments and titles are surely on the horizon for this partnership.

Not wasting any time, Neon Valley Studios have already released their first official online pokies title under their new contract. The new game, titled “Aurora Wilds”, is already receiving rave reviews. The 5-reel, 10-payline game offers a rich visual experience, themed around the Northern Lights or ‘Aurora Borealis’. The new title is an exciting indication of what the future holds for this fresh partnership.