The week in B2B news (2 August 2019)
The latest news from the supplier side of the industry, including updates from High5Games, Helio Gaming and Pragmatic Play
High 5 Games achieves milestone with 100th game certified for New Jersey
High 5 Games (H5G) has secured a key landmark with the certification of its 100th online slot game in the regulated US state of New Jersey.
The supplier’s latest slot, All That Cash Power Bet, has been given the seal of approval by the New Jersey Division of Gaming Enforcement (NJ DGE) and will be made available to its network of New Jersey licensed operators.
As well as being made available in New Jersey, All That Cash Power Bet is accessible to operators across the globe including Europe, where the New York-based developer has expanded its reach through several new commercial partnerships and license approvals.
Anthony Singer, CEO and Founder of High 5 Games, said: “New Jersey is one of our most important markets and this landmark certification greatly enhances our scale within the territory.”
Pragmatic Play live on PlayFortuna
Pragmatic Play, one of the leading software providers for video slots, live casino and bingo, has gone live on online casino PlayFortuna.
The slot provider has given the casino access to its suite of award-winning titles including games such as Monkey Warrior, Mustang Gold, and the ever-popular Wolf Gold. The entire portfolio of Pragmatic Play’s video slots is available to the operator via a single API.
Yossi Barzely, Chief Business Development Officer at Pragmatic Play, said: “We’re really pleased to have gone live on PlayFortuna and look forward to seeing how the games perform on the casino.
“We are developing some real momentum now, with the number of operator partnerships increasing every month. It is an exciting time for Pragmatic Play and fans of our games.”
Betfred live with Red Tiger
UK sportsbook Betfred has gone live with slots from casino game and software provider Red Tiger.
Customers now have access to all the supplier’s back catalogue, including titles such as Rainbow Jackpots, Mystery Reels, and their latest blockbuster Pirates’ Plenty.
Betfred will also be able to utilise Red Tiger’s Smart Spins bonus management application as well as its recently launched Tournaments feature.
Andrew Horne, Head of eGaming at Betfred, said: “We are thrilled to have signed this deal with Red Tiger, who’ve developed a well-earned reputation for creating top-tier casino games and tools.
Gavin Hamilton, CEO of Red Tiger, said “I’m sure their customers will enjoy our slots and the great tools and gamification features that really add to their value for operators.”
Videoslots adds slot number 3,500 to its portfolio
Videoslots.com has integrated its 3,500th slot title into its portfolio with the addition of NetEnt’s Grand Spinn™.
The supplier’s latest release, which is inspired by Art Deco themes, combines an exciting narrative with immersive graphics and sounds, helping Videoslots mark the milestone.
Videoslots prides itself on providing its players base with the largest offering of slot and table games in the industry, featuring titles from the biggest and best providers iGaming has to offer.
Alexander Stevendahl, Chief Executive Officer at Videoslots, said: “It’s not every day you get to celebrate the integration of your 3,500th game – so we are delighted with the strides we have made.”
Helio Gaming live with Vbet
Lottery Games supplier Helio Gaming are now live with BetConstruct’s operator Vbet.
The deal sees the provider’s portfolio of lotto games including their customisable family of Hero titles made available to players, giving them access to daily, weekly, and event-based draws. They will also be able to bet on the outcome of some of the world’s biggest international lotteries.
Requiring no skill or pre-existing knowledge, these lotto games boost acquisition and retention and enhance an operator’s ability to cross-sell to both casino and sportsbook players by offering high-frequency jackpots.
Richard Mifsud, CEO at Helio Gaming, said: “We are thrilled to be up and running with Vbet, who are one of the most popular operators in central Asia.”
Vigen Badalyan, CEO at Vbet, said: “We’re very pleased to be able to add Helio Gaming’s games to our product mix. They are one of the most interesting lottery suppliers in the industry at the moment and we know our customers will be delighted with their products.”
Lightning Box launches Pinata Bucks
Slot design specialist Lightning Box has released its latest fun-filled title, Pinata Bucks.
The 1296-payways slot, which will be available exclusively via SG Digital, features Lightning Box’s patented Reelfecta reel, which comprises 16 mini-reels.
If six or more pinata symbols hit the reels at the same time during the base game, the Lock and Spin feature is initiated.
This awards players five free spins which can award up to 16 Pinatas. As more and more prize awarding Pinatas land, patterns can form which can lead to huge jackpot wins.
Peter Causley, CEO and co-founder of Lightning Box, said: “We’re delighted to release Pinata Bucks, the newest Reelfecta title in the Lightning Box portfolio.
Pinata Bucks joins recent release Temple Cash Frogs ‘n Flies in the burgeoning Lightning Box games offering, headlined by slots Silver Lion and Astro Pug.