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Lightning Box appoints Mike Lally to aid further business growth

September 23, 2019 by Admin

Leading third-party slot content designer, Lightning Box, has appointed industry veteran, Mike Lally, to direct account management for the Australian developer’s online vertical.

In addition to its real-money gaming (RMG) casino clients, the London-based Lally will also oversee the studio’s growing commercial interests in North America.

According to a recent press release…

…prior to the appointment, Lally was responsible for launching 1,500 games with top industry brands over six years at UK-based sportsbook and gaming software company, OpenBet, before making a move to SG Digital subsidiary Betdigital to help advance its online business.

Other SG takeaway:

The current appointment coincides with the Sydney-based company’s promotion of Michael Maokhamphiou, another former employee of Scientific Games Corporation’s (SGMS) SG Digital division, to operations manager.

Chief Executive Officer and co-founder for Lightning Box, Peter Causley, said…

“We’re honoured to have someone of Mike Lally’s industry experience join our team given his excellent reputation for customer service and getting the job done.

“We’re equally blessed to be able to make Michael Maokhamphiou responsible for our product rollout and software implementation. He has been a tremendous addition to our team over the past six months and deserves this promotion. It’s an exciting time for Lightning Box and great news for our operator partners.”

For his part, Mike Lally added…

“I’m delighted to be joining the Lightning Box team, which has a great reputation in the industry for delivering high-quality and engaging games.

“I’m very much looking forward to renewing acquaintances with many of the key people with whom I’ve developed great relationships, as well as introducing myself to new ones as we continue to grow this very successful business.”

Live in New Jersey:

In a move that expanded its U.S. offering, the supplier recently announced that two of its most popular games have gone live in the regulated state of New Jersey for the first time in over three months.

The slot specialist’s popular Stellar Jackpots with Serengeti Lions and everyone’s favourite crimson marsupial, RedRoo, are the most recent titles to be added to the slots developer’s games portfolio available in the United States. Lightning Box has already gone live in the region with some choice titles including Respin Rhino, Astro Cat and the most recent addition, PandaPow.

Stellar Jackpots with Serengeti Lions and RedRoo are the developer’s first titles to release in the region since early April. The launches are in keeping with growing interest in its offering since it first premiered in New jersey‘s burgeoning online market in early this year.

AzartMania.com and GoldenReels.com find themselves on the LCB.org blacklist

September 15, 2019 by Admin

Online casino enthusiasts are reportedly being warned against the Russia-facing domain at AzartMania.com after allegations of the use of counterfeit software by prominent games developers, Novomatic and Igrosoft surfaced.

LCB.org, an online casino news site, sent out the notice following an investigation, which was prompted by complaints from numerous players, and members of their own staff. The individuals questioned the authenticity of the load screens and in-game menus featured by several of the offending site’s video slots.

Glaring offences

In a report, LCB.org revealed that its investigation had unearthed evidence that the video slots from Novomatic and Igrosoft on display at AzartMania.com displayed ‘game load screens and in-game menus’ that diverged ‘wildly from the original titles.’ It further stated that this represented ‘a clear indicator that something of an extremely fishy nature is happening here’ and that the site has now been added to the online casinos blacklist.

The report from LCB.org detailed the actions taken following the investigation.

“We have proceeded with blacklisting this casino and letting providers know that they’re being damaged big time. We advise our players to look elsewhere for online casino entertainment. We will be monitoring the development of the AzartMania.com story closely and update you on any further findings.”

No Shortage of offenders

GoldenReels.com, another site marked for investigation by LCB.org, was added to a register of banned sites due to similar concerns involving real money pokie games from developers such as Novomatic, Microgaming, Yggdrasil Gaming Limited and Play‘n Go.

This inquiry was prompted after a representative from the offending online casino had used its Affiliate Guard Dog forum, to inaccurately claim that players in Australia could now access the domain in order to enjoy games from NetEnt AB.

‘Web of deceit’

LCB .org characterized the counterfeiting case as a ‘delicate web of deceit’ involving GoldenReels.com utilizing ‘two pirated servers filled with counterfeit games.’ The inquiry revealed that some of these titles ‘did not contain the usual jackpots some of the providers have’ while featuring ‘other symptoms of games that have not been obtained the fair way’ such as ‘unresponsive and strange-looking interfaces and loading screens.’

The report further stated,

“This sad instance of two-timing players is also under our magnifying glass and will be dealt with the utmost responsibility. Until further notice, all players are urged to avoid GoldenReels.com.”

Aristocrat and the reinvention of bar top play

September 12, 2019 by Admin

Aristocrat has announced the “reinvention of bar top play” hoping to wow the market with its Winners World Multi-Game bar top cabinet, currently available at an increasing number of locations across the US.

Innovative features are key in this product, which offers a unique bar top play experience. The best of stylish entertainment is on offer with Buffalo keno games, poker games and player-favourite slot games, including Buffalo, Buffalo Gold, and Wild Lepre’coins.

“While innovation abounds in every area of the casino, bar top play has been largely stagnant,” said Hector Fernandez, president of Aristocrat Americas. “Winners World Multi-Game offers a fresh take for our customers and we’re excited to bring player-favourite Aristocrat games to these venues for the first time.”

Winner’s World offers a complete bar top experience for players as well as operations and bar staff. The cabinet boasts the industry’s largest floating LCD tilted monitor at an astonishing 23.5ins. Players will also be pleased with the easy-access USB phone charger.

The monitor’s design includes a flip-top for fast and easy servicing; this compact design eliminates counter space intrusion while greatly reducing potential downtime. Finally, the cabinet is equipped with Aristocrat’s ”smart-drink” tracking light, allowing bartenders to reward players with ease.

“Winner’s World Multi-Game has been an instant fan favourite across Boyd Gaming destinations nationwide” said Mike Laubach, vice president of slot operations. “We look forward to bringing this new and improved bar top play to our players throughout our portfolio.”

The best Fantasy-themed online pokies

August 30, 2019 by Admin

Fantasy is a genre that touches most, if not all of us and is present throughout our lives in entertainment, games, and stories. Tales of enchantments, magic, distant kingdoms and impossible creatures endure in our imagination and endure well beyond our childhoods.

These games are made for the avid fantasy fan, offering all the adventure, intrigue and sorcery you can handle.

Popular Fantasy-Themed Pokies

Pokies, or slots, lend themselves particularly well to the fantasy them. Major titles such as The Lord of the Rings have gained great popularity with players as they combine all the magical ambiance and imagery of the well-known franchise with the fun of online gambling. Online developers have had their hands full, churning out more themed games to keep up with an enthusiastic market. The players have spoken and it’s time to review some of the best and most popular fantasy-themed slots on offer.

Fantasy realm

Fantasy realm from Cryptologic is a minimalistic yet striking online slot game, based on the same design as the Movie Mayhem series. All the stock fantasy characters that you would expect are present, including wizards, princesses, fairies, and dragons. With a beautiful night-time theme and carefully crafted symbols and ambiance, it immerses the player in a magical experience.

Asian Fantasy

Asian fantasy, a fairly recent release, developed by Skywind, includes a visually rich Asian theme, with striking images of emperors, dragons and ceremonial daggers. The game features a mesmerizing oriental audio theme that keeps fans of Asian culture coming back to this engaging 5-reel, 40 line slot game.

Magic Spell Slots

A ‘veteran’ game, Magic spell slots is over a decade old but still gaining in popularity. The game features spectacular rewards, such as a 100 000 jackpot and a magic spell bonus round. With charming graphics that look like they jumped right out of a classic video game and engaging game modes, it’s no wonder that this title endures to this day.

Game of Thrones Slots

Game of Thrones, a story that needs little introduction has exploded into a global phenomenon. George RR Martin’s tale translates well into slot form and keep fans of the show happy and engaged with the original soundtrack of the show and four free spin sessions to pick from, with the Stark, Lannister, Baratheon, and Targaryen houses all being represented. This slot is a feature and ambient rich experience with exciting payouts and is sure to match the popularity of the show with players

Magic Portals Slot

Magic portals slot makes all the difference in its visual presentation and playability. The game, developed by Net Entertainment, explores the theme of sorceresses and wizards. The atmosphere created by the game is sublimely magical, with striking background graphics and beautifully drawn characters. One of the main appeals of the game is how magical symbols can be transformed into ‘wilds’ with every spin, which translates to bigger, more exciting wins for the player.

Spin Sorceress Slot

Spin Sorceress is a medieval-themed slot game, where the main character, the sorceress herself, plays a crucial role in the gameplay. She can transform all symbols into wild symbols, giving the player an enhanced shot at winning big. The game is bright and visually exciting. A free game feature adds to the appeal of this title as a player can get up to 20 free spins and 3 sorceress wild reels on each free spin. The mystical, snowy theme is a delight for fans of classic fantasy.

Believe in magic

Fantasy endures because of its universal appeal, and the child in all of us will always be excited at the prospect of a magical adventure. Combined with the thrill of potentially winning a fortune, each experience really does feel like an epic quest for treasure.

This enthralling genre of slots continues to entice real-money casino buffs and may just end up being your favourite too.

Aussie Slots Studio Rebrands Itself

August 2, 2019 by Admin

Formerly known as Chance Interactive, the Sydney-based operator announced recently that they’ve rebranded the company as ReelPlay. The name change takes effect immediately.

The Australian games studio was founded by experienced gaming professionals in 2014 who promise to continue creating fresh and entertaining content under their new moniker, stating, “The refresh to ReelPlay best represents where the business is today and where it’s headed.“

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Having started off exclusively with Swedish mobile gaming company LeoVegas, one of the operator’s earliest titles, Buster Hammer Carnival, continues to enjoy enormous popularity in the regulated online iGaming space.

The Australian company has affirmed that beyond their re-branding, nothing in terms of the quality and of their digital content will change. They promise to deliver the finest online slot games to regulated casino operators across the globe. Underlining this the firm has said, “overflowing with passion, ReelPlay creates everything from the ground up, in-house.”

A Studio with Many Talents

Added to its highly entertaining slots portfolio, ReelPlay has also ‘’ developed and integrated hundreds of games on to many different platforms for both land-based and online operators’’. Moreover, it is able to create custom slot mathematics to match partner studio’s vision with multiple RTP variations.

Goal Remains the Same

When asked about the operator’s rebranding, Chief Commercial Officer for ReelPlay, David Johnson, had this to say: “The refresh to ReelPlay best represents where the business is today and where it’s headed. The goal remains the same as it ever was – ReelPlay author the best in online digital gaming content as well as incubating select competitive collaborators, providing for a powerhouse of established and independent B2B satellite software studios. ReelPlay is the mothership”.

“Our business growth will continue to be underpinned by leveraging long-term partnerships with the world’s leading operators, collaborators, and aggregators. Overflowing with passion, ReelPlay create everything from the ground up, in-house. Carefully, surely, thought out and proud to put our name to it – as craft as craft gets in a digital world. With the re-brand, we are building on solid foundations whilst adding a little nitro,” he explained further.

117,000-ways-to-win slot On Its Way!

It doesn’t stop there for ReelPlay. The company has developed a slot game that will give gamers an incredible 117,000-plus ways to win. This new game is due to be unveiled in August as an exclusive pre-release with a premier online operator before being entered into a wider market.

In 2018 the privately-owned business’s team was given a major boost with the appointment of Chief Executive Officer, Scott Smitt and CCO Johnson, who are both seasoned captains of the gaming world.

Classic 777 Pokie Gets a Modern Makeover

July 29, 2019 by Admin

A classic slot game with a HUGE new twist is coming your way!

That’s right! Say hello to a new version of the classic 777 pokie! This machine is inspired by the Vegas-style Bars and Sevens pokie but offers an array of brand new features, which includes a feature to hold up to two reels with your desired symbol, a progressive jackpot, and a wild symbol which could see your wins multiplied up to 9 times!

This pokie comes with all-round appeal and Aussies drawn to traditional pokies as well as those who enjoy their pokies with a modern, interactive flavour will both love this game.

The new 777 pokie game features:

Wild Symbol: You will see that the Cards and Coins symbol represent the wild. It also substitutes for all other symbols. If you land one Wild on the pay-line you will see an increase of the pay-table prize by x3. And that’s not all! If you’re lucky enough to see two Wilds in a winning combination you will enjoy an increase in your prize by x9!

Hold Feature: After your first spin you could hold up to two reels with the pay-table symbol(s) lined up on the pay-line. An extra bet is estimated on the basis of which symbol you are holding. It is possible to trigger as many re-spins with the held symbol(s) if you agree to the extra bet. You could see massive wins since this feature is compatible with the game’s Wild symbols!

Progressive Jackpot: You can win the progressive jackpot if you land three Wild symbols on the pay-line. Remember the Hold Feature offers you the option of holding the Wild symbols. All you have to do then is land the third Wild symbol on a re-spin to win the progressive jackpot!

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New Study Finds Punters Unable To Detect Pokie Machine Payout Percentages

July 25, 2019 by Admin

The notion that casino patrons can detect pokie payout percentages has been proven to be a myth. After a nine-month study with two pairs of pokie machines under scrutiny, researchers in Australia have all but shattered this long-held belief.

Sydney Investigation

According to a report published in Phys.org, an investigation led by the University of Nevada conducted in a suburban ‘locals’ casino in Sydney took a closer look at matching Tokyo Rose and Dragon’s Fortune X games. The report includes an experiment that varied the amount of player cash kept by the machines between 14.93% and 7.98% before calculating each unit’s ‘T-win’ value.

‘Pars’ and ‘T-win’

‘Par’ is defined by researchers in the report as what an individual cash machine keeps over a certain period, while the multiplication of this value by the unit’s coin-in rate is what defines as the investigation’s ‘T-win’ assessment.

Led by Anthony Lucas from UNLV’s William F Harrah College of Hospitality and former gaming industry operations analyst, the investigation reveals that this value is of special importance to casinos that may be looking to optimize their real money pokie revenues.

Lucas is reported to have stated, “I think some operators are naturally and understandably cautious of new information that challenges traditional industry practices. But we must consider how we know what we know. This is where our work takes on a Moneyball-like aspect; questioning the wisdom of widely held beliefs when data shows that a new way of thinking may be better.”

Virtually No movement

The report in Phys.org goes on to explain that Lucas had been assisted in his probe by San Diego State University’s Katherine Spilde. Together, they found that the difference between ‘low’ and ‘high’ games was virtually non-existent. This indicated that there is no statistically significant indication of play migration. Furthermore, any lowered ‘par’ had been alleviated by higher ‘T-win’ rates.

Lucas goes on to state further, “Casino operators should take note of the substantial increases in ‘T-win’ as they are responsible for optimizing revenues, not coin-in.”

Rise in Revenue

What the outcome of this inquiry might mean for casino operators in the long run, he explains, is that they will now be able to continue to meet the needs of players, while optimizing its own revenues, adding, “Ultimately, operators are responsible for optimizing slot revenues, which is no simple task. Knowing which ‘par’ will produce the greatest win is most helpful but the optimization issue becomes more complex when the possibility of player detection is introduced. Put simply, our results suggest that greater ‘pars’ produce greater revenues without the risk of brand damage resulting from ‘price’ detection.”

Take the plunge in Mermaid’s Pearls pokie at Fair Go Casino

July 15, 2019 by Admin

If you love The Little Mermaid and cutsie ocean creatures, the classic slot Mermaid’s Pearl is worth checking out. The legend of mermaids lives on in this engaging 3-reel pokie that features 5 paylines and is compatible with Mac, Windows, and Linux operating systems with no download required.

Theme

Mermaid’s Pearls is based on an enchanted ocean theme where mermaids, rare pearls, and other treasures line the beach. Palm Trees, Single, Double and Triple Bars, Fish, Starfish, and Oyster Pearls are the main symbols in this classic slot. The backdrop features a cute-looking mermaid seated at the beach, enjoying the sunshine. Behind her are palm trees, and an ocean-themed paytable sits to her left.

The pokie features 3 reels that are set up for the different paylines such that there are no hanging spins, as is the case with most of classic slots.

Features

Mermaid’s Pearl features a wild, which is the Oyster Pearl that substitutes all other icons. This Oyster Pearl also doubles up as the jackpot icon. Mermaid’s Pearl does not have any scatters, multipliers, or gamble features.

Bonus

There is no bonus symbol or bonus round in this medium-variance game, and there are no free spins or other bonus features. However, you can still win big using the wild to create winning combinations. This slot game was specifically designed for players who do not enjoy bonus rounds and other features but would rather just spin the reels and sit back and watch the payouts roll in.

Limits

The coin values available for play range from 0.02 to 1.00. The standard jackpot is set at 1,000 coins and is attained when 3 Oyster Pearls fall on an active payline when playing at the maximum coin value. The second highest payout is set at 750 coins and is attained by matching 3 Oyster Pearls on an active payline.

Play

As with all BetSoft slot games, Mermaid’s Pearls is straight forward and easy to play. The theme and layout are consistent with the game’s name, and it has the options of selecting the coin value, the number of bets per line as well as an option to place the maximum bet of up to 5 credits per spin. The game’s interface is just as user-friendly and authentic as all other BetSoft slot games. The game features the classic pokie music and the overall gaming process is fun and enjoyable. The symbols used also highly relate and contribute to the overall theme. The game does not feature complex 3D graphics that are common with Betsoft, but it excellently recreates the gaming options presented by the classic slot machines. If you are looking for classic, simple play, the Mermaid’s Pearl is definitely worth your time.

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The Revolutionary Revolt of Online Pokies and How They Will Dominate the Gaming Realm

August 31, 2018 by Admin

PLaying pokies on laptop Online pokies are dominating the internet and everyone is becoming more aware of their presence unlike a few years ago when players took to gambling at the tables. Online pokies draw players’ attention like a seductress leading the way into a harem. In this instance, the harem is a variety of themes, paylines, bet sizes and everyone is spoiled for choice. So why are pokies making a revolutionary statement and how can we foresee them dominating the gaming realm?

Here is why we are happy to follow whatever leads us to the realm of endless possibilities.

Revolutionary Movement within the Gaming Software Brands

Leading software developer brands such as NetEnt, Microgaming and Playtech, are continuously striving for better quality pokies games. They are laser focused on the pleasurable experience players encounter when playing their branded pokies. They are, of course, also focused on beating competitive brands and becoming the ultimate software companies. This definitely works in favour of the player as well as for the online casino who can host a long list of various pokies games to choose from. As such, online casino players are spoiled for choice and as a result, land based gambling is slowing being phased out.

But how does this factor into dominating the gaming realm?

Firstly, players are privy to more options than just table games. Pokies are being released based on movie hits trending in the cinema or based on popular TV shows. Some consist of a series of hidden games, something that intrigues any player and also something you cannot find with any other variety of casino games. Also, more than most casino games, pokies allow free games to be won while still increasing players bankrolls.

The benefits of Playing Pokies as a Beginner Casino Member

Online casinos lure new members in by offering them sign up and welcome bonuses. Generally, these kinds of deals come with wagering requirements. This means players will need to make a series of wagers of a certain percentage in order to claim any winnings earned using these sign up bonuses. Online casinos prefer to use pokies as a preferred game to sign up as they offer free spins up to a given amount. Unlike table games, pokies don’t require practice or a set of skills, so beginner players are really just having fun while experiencing the quality of the casino. If an online casino had to offer an hour free play at the craps table as a sign up bonus, newbie players would immediately feel intimidated or less inclined to join the casino as they would ultimately need real cash to deposit in order to claim any winnings and in all honesty, who wants to place a bet with real money on a game they are unfamiliar with?

New players aren’t necessarily unseasoned players; they may be new to playing pokies, but what better way to get acquainted with one of the easiest games online casinos have to offer than snatching an exclusive casino deal?

Domination of Online Pokies

Taking a look at how pokies has evolved throughout the years, should be evidence enough that in the years to come they will dominate the majority of online casinos. The birth of the pokie machine began within land based casino establishments. As technology progressed, online casinos came into fruition, and next came a small selection of casino games which included pokies. Ever since the inception of online casinos, pokies has claimed the limelight with better graphics, sound quality and interactive gaming. When players get bored of one pokie game, they can easily move onto the next. As with the progression of online pokies, players also progress. They begin to discover which games they prefer, the amount of paylines they favour, and of course how much they can afford to spend. This takes us to the next revelation as stated below.

The Revolutionary Affordability of Online Pokies

Unlike other casino games, pokies are relatively affordable and don’t require large bet sums. There is no pot to be won, unless you looking at progressive slots, and they can be played with as little as 0.01 coins. Even though the smaller the bet amount, the smaller the payout, but for those lucky enough to generate a bigger bankroll through a minimal bet, it makes the world of difference. Players will then be able to progress onto bigger pokies games and potentially make even bigger payouts, something which is almost impossible to do with other casino games at the small price of a 0.01 coin.

Finding the Best Online Pokies

To find the best pokies online doesn’t take much effort nor does it require expertise in research. Casino across the World Wide Web proudly present and deliver an outrageous number of fascinating pokies games, some of which are available through free play. This is another reason players are inclined to play pokies without hesitation. Players can resort to their most favoured casinos and no doubt, they will stumble upon the latest releases, proudly displayed on the casino site. This is another fantastic reason why we see pokies taking the lead in online gaming.

Dominating the Gaming Realm in a Nutshell

Many may beg to disagree that pokies isn’t the future of online gambling, some may even argue that table games are the foundation of online casinos. And while every player may have different beliefs, one thing remains a constant, online pokie games are in abundance and the majority at online casinos. They are continuously evolving and offering players something newer, shinier and better than the last one. Gaming software brands are focusing on bringing in the best games to a more realistic dimension and online players are looking into virtual games and technology that is moving the gaming realm into the future. Pokies have a powerful effect on the gaming community as a whole and taking into consideration there are casinos solely dedicated to the phenomenal variety of the game, it really isn’t hard to believe that they will eventually dominate every online casino.

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New Three Kingdom Wars Slot Now Available at Intertops Casino

June 8, 2018 by Admin

Date and Place – Intertops Poker players now stand a chance to walk away with great wins during the $150,000 Orient Express Bonus Competition. The players will compete with one another for weekly prizes of up to $500 each week. They stand a chance to win a total of $30,000 until July 2nd.

When players play their favorite online slots and table games on the laptops, desktops, or on mobile casinos installed on their handheld devices, they get to earn frequent player points. As their ponts increase, they move up a virtual score board.

“It is exhilarating to see your name move towards the top of the scoreboard!”, quoted one of the players who finds her name among the prize winners every week. “It gets exciting when you jump ahead of another player who may have won a bigger bonus than yourself the previous week! It is great when just a few spins can make a huge difference in the bonus amount that you can walk away with,” she added.

The more the players play, the more points they can win and the larger will their weekly prize be. However, occasionally players also get to win prizes from weekly random draws.

Top 20 players every week enter a finale $1000 prize draw. And, the cash prize has no wagering requirements attached to it.

Last week the famous casino, introduced San Guo Zheng BA – Three Kingdom Wars- a one of its kind online slots that transports players to ancient China and offers them legendary chances to win. The wild symbol of this slot is a powerful dragon. When this dragon appears during free spins that is triggered by 3 scatters, it ups the winning too. Once the free spins are complete, the three God spins begin. During this, players can win wilds, more free games, and multipliers too.

This new slot joins several other real money online casino games from the house of Realtime Gaming such as Shanghai Lights and Cai Hong. Tian Di Yuan Su – The new Gods of Nature is also set to debut in June.