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A summer of ThunderSpin games
Daily in the world new games are appearing and this summer is not that different from other seasons. A world-class independent game studio ThunderSpin provides a tour of its games’ portfolio, made up of high-quality, modern slots written in a high-standard coding language to provide seamless multi-platform performances in any market.
ThunderSpin, a market-leading independent game studio, has announced a summer tour of its games’ portfolio including Sky Lanterns, Halloween Witch Party, Kingdom of Glory, Book of Treasures, Vikings: Frozen Gods, Angels vs Demons, Egypt Story and The Money.
Starting at the top with Sky Lanterns, ThunderSpin details a slot in which players get to step into the romantic atmosphere of the Chinese New Year festival. This 6×5 video slot comes with an RTP of 95.8 per cent as players wait for the cascading appearance of a wide variety of paper lantern symbols and cluster wins. Additionally, the title comes with a Free Spins feature and a bonus mode that features numerous Free Spins and a Dragon that turns regular symbols into Wilds.
The second game on ThunderSpin’s summer tour is Kingdom of Glory, which allows players to rediscover the legends surrounding King Arthur and his Knights of the Round Table.
This 5×3, 20 fixed paylines slot comes with an RTP of 96.2 per cent. As players journey through the world, they will realise that the iconic characters, such as King Arthur or Morgana, represent high paying symbols. The maximum payout is x2000 the bet amount. Others, like a knight’s helm, gold staff, green goblet, and the emerald ring will pay out smaller amounts when discovered. Kingdom of Glory also contains special features such as the Nudge Reels, Free Spins and Wilds that are all hidden throughout the Kingdom.
The third title is Book of Treasures that sends players on an exploration adventure to find ancient riches from lost civilisations.
Book of Treasures is a 5×3 classic video slot with 243 winning ways, high and low symbols, classic ancient book symbols, Free Spins, a cloning symbols feature and an instant win up to x1500. This game has a variable RTP of 92.19 – 96.16 per cent. The Special Book symbol is Wild and Scatter at the same time, which is a feature that grants players a bigger mega winning chance. The slot is not only filled with ancient gold but there are also lots of Free Spins activated by the Special Book symbol. Another feature of this slot is the possibility to purchase the Free Spins.
The fourth game on the agenda is Vikings: Frozen Gods, a journey into the cold, dark lands of the Far North. Players will venture into the unforgiving land to fight enemies and claim territory for kin and clan, all in the name of the Gods of Valhalla. The game is a 5×3, 25 payline video slot which includes a 96.3 per cent RTP. In this game there is a Frozen Gods Meter which directly impacts multipliers. The Gods ask players for three pray points before awarding them their bonus.
Additionally, the trickster Loki will always be around to aid, acting as a Jumping Wild. The shapeshifter can take the place of any god to receive their pray points. If Loki gets three prey points, he reveals himself and adds one Loki Wild to the reels, which substitutes all symbols (except for scatters) and moves to a random position after every spin.
The Hela symbol, meanwhile, will unlock the Free Spins bonus round with guaranteed wins, so keep an eye out for it. During the Free Spins bonus round, you will get more and more valuable multipliers and more Jumping Loki Wilds, and you only spend your Free Spins when you win.
In the next title of ThunderSpin’s summer of games, players are transported to Egypt in a slot inspired by the history of an ancient land. Egypt Story sees players crawl inside caves full of dangerous traps to uncover the cursed treasure.
This title is a 5×3, 20 payline title which includes an RTP of 96.3 per cent along with a Free Spins mode which awards up to an 8x multiplier, as well as a Sarcophagus bonus. Aside from the various features, the game includes an avalanche-style cascading symbols mechanic, with new symbols falling to replace ones which have been removed due to forming a winning combination. The avalanches last as long as there are wins on the reels. This way, players can gain more winning combinations on a single stake. The multipliers increase winnings by х2, х4, and х8 for every consecutive win in cascades.
From the ancient to the mystical, on the sixth stop of ThunderSpin’s summer tour, players encounter an epic confrontation between the powers of light and darkness in Angels vs Demons.
Within the game, each side moves their armies towards each other to meet and trigger the Free Spins bonus game on the side of light or on the side of darkness. When the forces of Heaven and Hell meet in the centre, a hyper-valuable Totem bonus game starts.
This apocalyptic slot has a 5×3 grid and a Win Both Ways feature, Re-Spins with Moving Wilds and Stacked Wilds. Angels vs Demons has a 96 per cent RTP along with three types of Free Spins and 20 paylines.
The second to last slot from ThunderSpin sees players dress up for a spooky party where there will be more tricks than treats in Halloween Witch Party.
Players are tasked with rounding up as many ghosts as possible at the haunted hotel to make the party a success. This 95.6 per cent RTP slot has five reels and 25 paylines with numerous bonus modes and a Free Spins round. Moreover, a winning combination of Ghost symbols activates the Avalanche Feature where Ghost symbols fly in through the hotel windows and new symbols drop from the top of the reels. As soon as any ghost counter is full, the Ghost Bonus is triggered. Each Ghost symbol variety has its own set of Free Spins and features. Also, finding three Holiday Pumpkin symbols in the left, middle and right reels will instantly launch the real Halloween Witch Party with lots of Free Spins and additional rewards.
Last, but not least, is simply The Money; a game which makes the world go round. Players can dive into a world of cash, golden coins, wallets and bags full of riches as they collect Dollar symbols to trigger bonus games and Golden Key symbols to win higher rewards.
The Money has an average RTP of 96.2 per cent and is designed in the classic video slot format with 5×3, 20 paylines. There are lots of wilds and scatter symbols, Free Spins with multipliers, and a possible maximum win up to x1000 the bet. If the player lands three or more Dollar symbols it opens the Free Spin bonus, while this bonus game special Golden Key symbol is appearing. Each Golden Key symbol adds five Free Spins and increases the multiplier up to x7.
To experience these titles and more, visit ThunderSpin’s game portfolio, or for more news about ThunderSpin visit the News section.
More new games to be announced in upcoming months.
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UNLV International Gaming Institute Announces 2025 ESPN Research Fellows

Selected research projects will generate new insights into how responsible gambling messages are delivered and perceived in the rapidly evolving sports media landscape
The University of Nevada, Las Vegas International Gaming Institute (IGI) is proud to announce the recipients of the 2025 ESPN Research Fellowships. This year’s cohort features a group of scholars whose proposals will advance understanding of responsible gambling messaging in sports media and its implications for consumer well-being.
Fellowships recipients include:
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Dr. Brandon Mastromartino, Director of the Institute on Sports Wagering and Gaming and Assistant Professor of Experiential Marketing at the L. Robert Payne School of Hospitality and Tourism Management, San Diego State University. Dr. Mastromartino’s project will evaluate two of the NFL’s responsible gambling PSAs using a fan-centered marketing framework.
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Dr. Chris R. Noland, Assistant Professor of Advertising at the University of South Florida’s Zimmerman School of Advertising & Mass Communications. Dr. Noland will examine the influence of celebrity endorsements and promotional inducements in Instagram advertisements on online sports betting behavior.
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Dr. Ramon Silva Leite, Professor in the Postgraduate Program in Management at Pontifical Catholic University of Minas Gerais, Brazil. Dr. Silva’s project will investigate how responsible gambling messages are constructed and delivered through sports media, and how young sports bettors perceive and respond to them.
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Dr. Sarah Stokowski, Associate Professor of Athletic Leadership at Clemson University’s Department of Educational and Organizational Leadership Development. Dr. Stokowski will investigate how college student-athletes perceive and interact with sports betting content on social media.
These projects will provide important insights into practical strategies that policymakers and the industry can adopt to help safeguard the wellbeing of sports enthusiasts and the public at large.
“IGI is tremendously proud of the work our previous Fellowships produced. A key goal of this initiative is to support innovative and impactful research to better understand the rapidly changing global sports and betting environment,” said Dr. Kasra Ghaharian, Director of Research at IGI. “This research represents critical perspectives on how gambling is represented in sports media and holds important implications for all gambling stakeholders.”
“Responsible gaming continues to be a priority for ESPN, and we are proud to continue our collaboration with IGI to support research that delivers real-world impact,” said Kevin Martinez, Vice President of ESPN Corporate Citizenship. “These new projects will provide valuable insights into how responsible gaming messages can be delivered effectively across sports media and help strengthen standards that protect fans everywhere.”
Each research fellowship lasts six months. Research results will be featured in an IGI webinar in 2026.
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ACR POKER’S HUGE ONLINE SUPER SERIES XL MAIN EVENTS KICK OFF THIS WEEKEND, AWARDING $4.25 MILLION GUARANTEED

Phase 1 of the $150,000 GTD Survivor Flips starts today and first Mystery Bounty Multi-Flight Day 2 gets underway this Sunday, September 21st
ACR Poker’s biggest-ever tournament series, Online Super Series (OSS) XL, is in full swing and this weekend the action really heats up with the colossal Main Events kicking off on Sunday, September 21st, offering $4.25 million total guaranteed.
Players can take their shot at the $2 million guaranteed ($2,650 buy-in), the $1.5 million guaranteed ($1,050 buy-in), and the $750,000 guaranteed ($215 buy-in) Main Events. Day 1A starts this Sunday, September 21st, Day 1B is on Sunday, September 28th, and Day 2 is on Monday, September 29th.
The flagship series boasts over $50 million in guarantees and runs until Tuesday, September 30th. It has a range of events catered to players of all bankrolls from as little as $0.55, which include the $0.55 Micro PKO, $6.60 Early Special, and $22 Euro Mini Special.
Adding further excitement is the high-energy Survivor Flips tourney ($130 buy-in), offering a $150,000 guarantee. Phase 1 and Steps Flips run from today (Wednesday, September 17th) to Sunday, September 21st at 3:00pm ET. Phase 2 is a regular tournament on September 21st at 3:05pm ET where all players start in the money.
There are also four Mystery Bounty Multi-Flight events, including two $500,000 GTD ($109 buy-in) events, with the first having its final flight and Day 2 this Sunday, September 21st. The $200,000 GTD ($33 buy-in) and $100,000 GTD ($5.50 buy-in) events have their final flight and Day 2 on Sunday, September 28th.
“OSS XL has already delivered incredible action, with huge fields, dramatic final tables, and amazing wins for players at every level but there’s still so much to come,” said ACR Pro Chris Moneymaker. “The Main Events are always the highlight of the series, and this weekend promises to be the biggest stage yet for anyone looking to make their mark.”
Finally, to add further sweat, ACR Poker’s Leaderboard Contest is awarding $65,000 in cash and tourney tickets across three tiers. The High Stakes ($104.50 buy-ins and above) will award a $15,000 top prize, while the Mid Stakes ($16.50 to $88 buy-ins) and Low Stakes (under $15 buy-ins) will award $7,500 and $4,000, respectively.
For further details on OSS XL, read the ACR Poker blog or visit ACRPoker.eu.
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GGPoker to Broadcast WSOP Online 2025 Final Tables Live, Featuring GGPoker.tv Broadcast Debut of Poker Legend Phil Hellmuth

Join Jeff Gross and his legendary co-hosts on September 23 and September 30
GGPoker, the World’s Biggest Poker Room, today announced it will live stream the final table action of two of the most prestigious events from the ongoing WSOP Online 2025 tournament series. The broadcasts will be available on GGPoker.tv, the brand’s official YouTube channel, and will feature the debut of poker legend Phil Hellmuth as a live GGPoker.tv broadcast host.
The first broadcast, on September 23, will showcase the high-stakes drama from the final table of the $5,000 WSOP Online Main Event, arguably online poker’s most important annual tournament. This landmark event will be co-hosted by frequent GGPoker anchor Jeff Gross and the 17-time WSOP bracelet winner, Phil Hellmuth. Known for his “poker brat” persona and unparalleled tournament record, Hellmuth’s inclusion will provide viewers with an unprecedented look into the mind of one of poker’s greatest champions.
The action continues on September 30, with the final table of the $10,300 GGMillion$ High Rollers event. Joining Jeff Gross for this broadcast will be GGPoker Global Ambassador and fellow poker icon, Daniel Negreanu. Negreanu, with his engaging style and deep understanding of the game, will provide expert commentary and analysis, making this broadcast another must-watch for poker fans everywhere.
“We are incredibly excited to bring the WSOP Online 2025 action directly to our fans with these two live broadcasts,” said Paul Burke, Head of Public Relations at GGPoker. “Having Phil Hellmuth and Daniel Negreanu on air alongside Jeff Gross to break down the action will be a true treat. This will be more than just watching a final table; it’ll be a masterclass in poker strategy from two of the best to ever play the game.”
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