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July 28, 2021
Roundtable: Building a Successful Sequel Slot
Sequels within the entertainment industry are a sure-fire way to generate hype and drive interest back into an existing brand. The success of a follow-up is never guaranteed, but slot developers seemingly have a talent for producing new variants that resonate with existing players, as well as take a brand in a different direction to […]
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July 15, 2021
Roundtable: The Evolution of Content Aggregation
An increasing number of slot developers are turning towards multi-studio strategies to broaden their RGS content offering, in what is becoming an apparent shift in the content aggregation model. We asked Adrian Bailey, Managing Director of Pariplay, Stuart McCarthy, Head of Partners and Programs at Yggdrasil, and Andy Whitworth, Chief Commercial Officer at White Hat […]
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July 13, 2021
Jackpot Size: Does It Always Matter?
Jackpots have been around since the early days of gambling – the concept of the big win for many is the very essence of the pastime but where does it stand today? Recent developments have seen the daily jackpot rise to prominence, but does this mean a move away from the allure of a life-changing […]
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June 8, 2021
The Slot Squad: The ONLY Slots Streaming Channel on Twitch Playing Fully Licensed Casino Games in the US
The Slot Squad hosted by American Betting Experts is a Twitch channel that focuses on bringing you insights into the regulated iGaming market, from Las Vegas to Atlantic City, to the boundlessness of the interactive gaming industry. Since January 2021, the Twitch channel has been posting streaming sessions where the team’s players have been able […]
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June 3, 2021
EyeSpy Recruitment: “We Have Natural Empathy for Staff as We’ve Been through These Circumstances Ourselves”
Behind the curtains of the iGaming industry, there are teams of unsung heroes that work tirelessly to make sure that the right people are matched with the right jobs. As iGaming continues to grow and face new challenges, demand for qualified talent is equally increasing. When sisters and business partners Emma Clayton-Wright (Managing Director) and […]
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May 26, 2021
High Volatility Games: Lightning Box, Kalamba and iSoftBet Explore the Appeal of Big Win Potential
High volatility slots, offering big win potential to players, are gaining traction within online casinos. Developers are using a range of mechanics within the development of these games that are growing in popularity even in regions that have traditionally preferred high feature frequency games. So, what is driving this shift and why? David Little (Lightning […]
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May 18, 2021
Latin America and Live Casino Market: A Piecemeal Approach or a Holistic Outlook?
Latin America is still a fairly untapped market when it comes to iGaming. In many ways, though, things are improving with jurisdictions passing laws and arguing a stronger case for the benefits of online gaming. Stakeholders naturally have a say in what happens with the industry and how the regulated markets shape up. One particularly […]
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April 30, 2021
Roundtable: Bringing the Next Wave of “All Ways” Games to Casinos
Following the huge success of Megaways in the online casino space, the “All Ways” genre of slots has inspired many other developers to experiment with game mechanics that differ from the traditional fixed paylines model and offer thousands of different ways to win from a single spin. We asked Pawel Piotrowski, New Games Manager at Yggdrasil Gaming, Rob […]
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April 6, 2021
Regulating Game Design: Kalamba, Habanero and Pariplay Explore the Dynamics of Regulated Markets
A recent flurry of new regulatory activity has reinforced the importance of staying ahead of the curve when it comes to game design. How much do developers consider ever-changing regulations to ensure their games possess the delicate balance of social responsibility and engaging gameplay features to achieve commercial viability? We have sought out the opinions […]
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March 4, 2021
Mats Westerlund and Fredrik Johansson: Elemento and Why There Is a Lot to Learn from “Guest Chefs”
Mats Westerlund, co-founder of Quickspin and ex NetEnt, and Fantasma Games’ Fredrik Johansson are in their element when collaborating on innovating the iGaming experience for the hundreds of thousands of players worldwide. This is precisely what is happening with Elemento, Fantasma’s ambitious upcoming game that puts together Mats and Fredrik’s development prowess in a bid […]
