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Week 43/2022 slot games releases
Here are this weeks latest slots releases compiled by European Gaming!
The legendary and charismatic Elvis Frog returns to rock the casinos’ lobbies again. BGaming releases the sequel to its popular Elvis Frog series in brand new TRUEWAYS mechanics, which provides players with more than 260 000 ways to win. Following the success of Elvis Frog in Vegas and Aloha King Elvis slots, BGaming presents the sequel to its popular Elvis Frog series enhanced with brand new TRUEWAYS mechanics.
Quickly following September’s release of Golden Calaveras, Silverback Gaming is pleased to announce the launch of its second game since the acquisition by GAN, Wilds of The West. This 4-line, 6-reel slot boasts 4096 ways to win as well as a multitude of game mechanics including Locked Wilds, Gamble Win and Free Spins. The Sheriff’s badge symbol is Wild and sticky in both the base game and the Free Spins round. In the base game, Wilds are Locked in place for between 3 and 5 consecutive spins, whereas in Free Spins they are sticky for the remainder of the feature.
Pragmatic Play, a leading content provider to the iGaming industry, returns to the water with its latest slot Big Bass Bonanza Keeping It Reel™. Back for more of the industry’s finest fishing adventures, Pragmatic Play’s favourite fisherman is set to conquer another watering hole in search of riches, in a fast-paced 5×3, 10 payline slot.
Yggdrasil has expanded its Game Engagement Mechanic (GEMs) portfolio upon the release of its first DuoMax creation, the apocalyptic Florageddon! DuoMax™. Launching just in time for Halloween, the 5×3, 243 payline slot delivers action packed gameplay featuring dropdown wins, both-way paylines, Free Spins, massive multipliers and more, while also debuting the exciting new DuoMax™ mechanic.
Having plunged beneath the waves of an enchanted ocean in Aqua Lord last month, Swintt is steering their ship back towards the solid ground for another exciting adventure in Cleopatras Diamonds – a new Premium release that features Free Spins and expanding lucky symbols. Set to the dazzling backdrop of a desert oasis at twilight, the new game boasts a maximum win of up to 1000x and lets players choose between spinning with 5 or 10 pay lines active.
4x Clover is a traditional Irish-themed game where players can expect rainbows, pots of gold, Wild Multipliers and Free Spins. The luck of the Irish is very much in the air with the latest slot release from the in-demand studio, Live 5. 4x Clover is a traditional Irish-themed slot that is all about rainbows, pots of gold and Multiplier Wild symbols.
Habanero takes players on a bumpy ride through the lively streets of Bangkok in its vibrant new release, Tuk Tuk Thailand. Inviting players to hop in and embark on a visually stimulating journey, the 5×3 slot takes players on a tour of Thailand’s most iconic city, giving them a real glimpse into the rich culture that exists around every street corner.
Evoplay has released its latest Halloween-inspired online casino slot, Rueda De Chile, a captivating slot which celebrates the Day of the Dead. The latest title sees Catrina, the character inspired by the Aztec deity, invite players to the streets of Mexico, where users will be enthralled by an absorbing blend of vibrant colours and Mexican-themed music to deliver a dazzling gaming experience.
Inspired Entertainment, Inc. has launched its latest Irish-themed mobile and online slot, Leprechauns Lucky Charms™, with a reel configuration of 5×3 and 10 win-lines. Giving players a chance to experience the luck of the Irish, Leprechauns Lucky Charms is packed with fun Wilds and vibrant symbols for potentially big wins throughout. Set in the magical Emerald Isle, the game allows players to potentially double their winnings in the base game, when landing a win-line containing a Wild substitute.
This Halloween, Swintt is inviting players to don their dancing cape, shake their bones and strut their stuff on the haunted dancefloor of Monster Disco XtraHoldTM – a brand-new Select slot that comes packed with ghoulishly good features and a spooktacular RTP of 94.97% Played out across a 5×4 reel matrix with 25 win lines, Monster Disco XtraHoldTM sees the denizens of the night shuffle out on the tiles to show off their moves.
This Halloween, sink your fangs into Castle Of Terror™, the blood-curdling new game from Big Time Gaming (BTG). This highly volatile, six-reel slot offers up to 4,096 ways to win and comes packed with cool BTG features like Bonus Buy™ and Win Exchange™. The game will be making its hair-raising debut on the 26 Oct and will be available network wide.
Push Gaming has blasted off into the outer reaches of space in its latest slot release Space Stacks, which marks the launch of its latest in-game innovation, Reelbets™. The pioneering new title will be available to all partners across regulated markets and follows recent hit games like Mad Cars and Fat Banker. Players will jet off into the stars and traverse the galaxy in this 10×10 reel game with six Instant Prize Blocks, three Bonus Games and the Max Block.
Wizard Games has unleashed the power of an ancient craft with its magical new release Madame Voodoo. The spooky new title is a 5×5 slot that invites players to experience the title character’s invocations, with up to 506,250 winning ways providing the chance of enchanting wins within a feature-packed game that is filled with supernatural entertainment.
Play’n GO steps into the home of the latest Joker to join the pack in their new spooky title, Count Jokula. The cobweb-filled coven of fear is rife with unforeseen, fang-shaped danger. Count Jokula is the latest instalment in our expansive Joker series. The game’s story ventures into the castle of Count Jokula where you’re left to question whether your mind is playing tricks on you, or if something spooky lurks in the shadows…
BF Games is inviting players to a night at the theatre in its latest title, Lucky Ticket 81, offering an entertaining show full of win potential . With 81 winning combinations, players can take home show stopping wins with a host of fun mechanics, wilds and multipliers adding to the game’s theatrical elements.
Stakelogic, the in-demand game studio with the motto to think bigger, is causing a fruit frenzy with Multi Joker Popwins TM , the latest video slot to roll off its busy production line. Multi Joker Popwins™ is a highly volatile 5×4 reel, 2048-33,614 pay ways game that promises to have players laughing their way to big wins with a max win of 5,330x their bet. Symbols include Melons, Grapes, Oranges, Lemons and 7s and a Joker that is Wild.
The excitement of a major football tournament and the thrill of classic slots come together to deliver a ‘fruitball’ game with a twist in Kalamba Games’ latest slot release, Football Blast. The 5×3 reel game with 20 paylines is home to much-loved familiar icons like fruits, BARs and sevens, which players must combine to score wins. These are joined by golden trophy wilds and a referee’s whistle which awards the bonus round when three appear simultaneously.
Sword of Ares™ is set across 6×5 reels, implementing a pays anywhere mechanic, with chariots, shields, and swords falling onto the matrix, with eight or more of these needed to trigger a win. All winning symbols are removed from play and replaced via a tumble feature with new symbols, allowing for additional wins to be formed.
4ThePlayer is inviting players to go for gold and hit dazzling wins in their gargantuan new release 7 Gold GigaBlox™. The super high-volatility slot boasts no fewer than 46,656 paylines and can see lucky players win up to 70,000x their stake by landing giant GigaBlox symbols, one of three randomly triggered bonus features, or climbing up the Gold 7 Ladder.
Playson, the fast-growing digital entertainment supplier, has released Pirate Sharky, a captivating slot which presents a unique adventure to fans. The 4×5 slot sees players navigate the open seas as the title’s grids match the appearance of an old wooden ship, while the background showcases the cavernous ocean and distant islands. In the main game, players must collect three Scatter symbols to trigger an enhanced Free Spins mode, where a Wild substitutes all symbols and collects value from an exclusive Money Bag symbol worth x2 to x50 bets.
NetEnt has launched Superstars™, a sensational online slot starring the most iconic NetEnt characters who come together for a glamorous party in a feature-rich game. NetEnt’s Superstars™ brings to the table an unparalleled Bonus Game experience featuring Finn, Gonzo, Lady Pig, Space Wars™ Brute, and the gem-studded Starburst™ octagram.
Prepare for chills and thrills this season as Inspired Entertainment, Inc. launches Big Scary Fortune™, the creepiest, Halloween-themed online and mobile slot, with a reel configuration of 5×3 and 10 win-lines. With spellbinding graphics, Big Scary Fortune gets players in the mood for a fun-filled Halloween this season.
Carlo Santarelli
Gaming and Leisure Properties Inc. Names Carlo Santarelli Senior Vice President, Corporate Strategy and Investor Relations

Gaming and Leisure Properties Inc. announced that Carlo Santarelli has been appointed Senior Vice President, Corporate Strategy and Investor Relations, a new position at the Company. Mr. Santarelli will begin his new position on August 18, 2025 and will report to GLPI President and Chief Operating Officer, Brandon Moore.
Mr. Santarelli brings over 25 years of Wall Street experience in Equity Research and Investment Banking to his new role and joins the Company from Deutsche Bank where he was Managing Director of Gaming & Lodging Equity Research. Prior to Deutsche Bank, Mr. Santarelli held similar positions at Bear Stearns, JP Morgan and Wells Fargo. He consistently ranked highly in Institutional Investor and other sell-side analyst research polls as a thought leader in the space, providing unique perspectives on industry events and trends with his data-driven approach and stock picking talent. Carlo Santarelli graduated from the University of Pennsylvania with a B.A. in Economics in 2000.
Peter Carlino, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of GLPI, said: “We’ve known and respected Carlo’s research work on the gaming, lodging and gaming REIT sectors for many years. Carlo brings to GLPI an in-depth knowledge of the industry and its participants, having experienced GLPI’s original formation of the gaming triple-net-REIT structure from a research analyst and capital markets perspective. We value his deep network of contacts among institutional investors, sell-side analysts and a wide range of gaming industry operators and we look forward to the value of his contributions.”
In his new role, Mr. Santarelli will work with Mr. Carlino and GLPI’s senior management to develop and evaluate growth opportunities and strategic relationships, and will oversee investor relations interactions.
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Industry News
VIP Play Announces Departure of Chief Financial Officer

VIP Play, a technology-driven leader in interactive consumer engagement, announced that Jim Mackey, the Company’s Chief Financial Officer, will step down from his role, effective August 8, 2025.
The Company has initiated a transition process and is in the process of identifying a successor. Mackey will assist in an orderly transition over the coming weeks.
“We thank Jim for his contributions to the Company, particularly during a transformative period for our business. We remain focused on executing our strategic priorities, including financial visibility, operating efficiency, and delivering value to our stakeholders,” said Les Ottolenghi, CEO of VIP Play.
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eSports
Esports Charts Becomes Official Viewership Analytics Partner of StarLadder Budapest Major 2025

Esports Charts, the leading esports viewership analytics provider, has partnered with StarLadder, a pioneering tournament organiser. The Budapest Major 2025 marks a highly anticipated comeback for StarLadder, as it is their first Counter-Strike Major since 2019 and a significant return to the top-tier esports arena.
As the official analytics partner of the StarLadder Budapest Major 2025, Esports Charts will provide comprehensive, real-time audience data and insights throughout the event. This will empower organisers, teams, sponsors and fans with unparalleled transparency and a deeper understanding of the tournament’s global reach.
Artyom Odintsov, Co-founder and CEO of Esports Charts, said: “We are thrilled and proud to provide viewership analytics for StarLadder for the Budapest Major 2025. Since both Esports Charts and StarLadder are Ukraine-born companies, we share similar values and deal with similar challenges, which brings us even closer.
“It’s genuinely exciting to follow how viewership will develop at this Major. But knowing the expertise, drive, and passion that the organizers are bringing, I have no doubt we’ll witness some incredible things happen in Budapest.
“Esports Charts has always been driven by a mission to provide the esports community with accurate, actionable data, and we look forward to showcasing the impact and audience engagement of this world-class event.”
StarLadder has been a driving force in global esports for almost 15 years now, since hosting its first tournaments in 2011. Renowned for its innovation and reliability, the company has organised some of the industry’s most iconic events. These include the StarLadder Berlin Major 2019, which accumulated over 44 million hours watched and remains in the top 10 CS events by this metric, and the legendary StarSeries tournaments which started back in 2012.
Viacheslav Shcherbakov, Sales and Partnerships at StarLadder, said: “We’ve been working with Esports Charts since their founding and have always valued their professionalism and integrity. In a market where reliable data is essential, Esports Charts provides honest, transparent numbers, exactly the kind of insights sponsors and stakeholders rely on when assessing the potential reach of a World Championship event.
“We’re confident that this partnership will result in a high-quality analysis of our tournament’s performance and the audience data we’ll report to our partners. It’s a collaboration built on trust, shared values, and a deep understanding of what it takes to elevate esports to the next level.”
The Starladder Budapest Major 2025 will be held from November 24 to December 14 in Budapest, Hungary. The event will bring together the world’s top 32 Counter-Strike 2 teams to compete for a $1.25 million prize pool and one of the most prestigious titles in esports.
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