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Week 44/2022 slot games releases
Here are this weeks latest slots releases compiled by European Gaming!
MGA Games, specialists in the production of localised slot games for global operators, has just presented its latest casino slot game, Captain Lucky, to international market operators – an entertainment proposal that is out of this world! In the main game, Captain Lucky prepares for battle with themed symbols, such as power devices, shields, and robots.
Perfectly fitting for the autumn season in preparation for winter, Endorphina has released its newest slot – Lumber Jack. As the story goes, it takes place deep in the woodlands where two skilled lumberjacks compete to win the title “greatest lumberjack of the lands.” Every day, they would tirelessly chop wood, convinced each would be the winner. However, the smaller one prevailed due to his determination in each swing.
R. Franco Digital is taking players into battle with its latest game, Vikings Rage, a new online slot where only the strongest can emerge victorious. Vikings Rage is a six-reel slot with a total of 200,704 prize lines and a Free Spins round that offers players even more chances for big wins. A variable number of symbols can fall on each reel during each spin, up to eight, which greatly increases the number of lines.
Step into an “Arabian Nights” style adventure in Trinity Reels, one of Betsoft’s most innovative cascading reels slots. Offering a staggering 177,147 ways to win, the six reels, three rows release brings rapid fire gameplay to set pulses racing. Trinity Reels comes loaded with bonuses including Free Spins, Multipliers and Stacked Mystery symbols.
Gamzix, igaming development studio, has announced the release of its new video slot – 3х3 with 27 different ways to line up the juicy symbols. It’s time to spice things up a little and add new features to the game everybody is familiar with. And this is how “3×3: Hold the Spin” turns into “3×3: 27 ways”. Gamzix’s fruit slot offers 27 paylines with RTP – 96.1% and Max Win – over 300. “3×3: 27 ways” with Gamble Game is risky and exciting at the same time.
Apparat Gaming, the developer of slots with a German accent, has added a touch of Augenweide (eye candy) to its latest classic fruit slot to hit the market. Fruits First promises a classic game with a fresh look with the title taking a 5×3 reel format and with five active paylines. This is a game where players really can get fruity, with the traditional Grape, Melon, Lemon, Cherry, Orange, Bell and 7 symbols landing on the reels.
AvatarUX has rolled out another thrilling PopWins™ title in its latest creative concoction, KokeshiPop™, which boasts the studios unmistakable art style and thrilling mechanics. Players are initially confronted with a 3×5 reelset, and 486 ways to win, with a pays both ways mechanic. In addition, the iconic PopWins™ mechanic is present, seeing each winning symbol replaced by two more, increasing reel height and adding further paylines.
Relax Gaming is inviting brave knights to take up arms and prepare for a crusade in its latest slot release Templar Tumble 2 Dream Drop. In the base game of this sequel to the popular Templar Tumble, symbols and blockers can be framed in red or blue, featuring divine multipliers and mystery symbols respectively. Every five marked symbols destroyed in the 6×7 slot will activate deeper levels of the feature, contributing to a collection meter that is transferred to Free Spins.
Play’n GO embarks on a mighty journey through the dystopian wasteland in their Dynamic Payways title, Canine Carnage. This is a classic online slot torn at the seams with immersive artwork and dynamic gameplay. Players join Mutt and his pack of paw-some pooches across the dystopian wasteland to reach the Canine Canyon where a utopia of limitless rewards await.
Stakelogic is giving players a delicious treat in the latest super sweet slot to roll off its Willy Wonka production line. Delicious Candy PopwinsTM promises to take players on a sugar rush with plenty of big win potential. Set against a crazy candy land background, the base game offers between 486 and 15,552 ways to win with every spin. Reels take the standard five-by-three format but can expand to nine by nine.
3 Oaks Gaming is continuing its rapid rise within the iGaming world with the launch of its latest title Sticky Piggy, which encourages players to crack the code and secure big wins in this highly volatile game. The 5×3, 20 line slot has plenty to keep players interested, with the Scatter symbol key to unlocking epic prizes behind the vault.
Yggdrasil and Bulletproof Games are set to take on a fearsome dragon in their latest launch Dragon Lore GigaRise™. The title transports players to a fantasy land where fearsome creatures run amok, and players are faced with a variable grid that can grow to a mammoth nine symbols high with a 100 paylines thanks to the GigaRise feature. Every time a dragon egg lands on a reel, the GigaRise feature is activated, increasing the reel height by up to 3x. Each reel stays raised between spins.
Pragmatic Play dives back into the depths of the ocean with Release the Kraken 2™. The slot is set across a 5×4 grid and features symbols depicting various sea creatures, including sharks, eels, and angler fish which must form matching combinations to award a win. These symbols are joined by a wild which substitutes all other symbols in game except the scatter.
Gaming Corps, the up-and-coming Swedish game developer, is proud to announce the launch of its first next generation slot game, Tikiz N Juice. Players are transported to the Caribbean and invited to enjoy big win potential surrounded by sun-soaked shores and crystal-clear waters, with the excitement centred around the Tiki hut for which the game is named. Landing any 8 matching symbols results in a win during this ANYpays, 6×5 video slot.
BGaming, has added the edge to the entertainment value of its famous Book of Cats slot by enhancing it with MEGAWAYS™ mechanics and new thrilling features, including generous multipliers. The game’s central theme remained the same: the new title is centered around the holy Egyptian cat goddess Bastet, bringing cheer and luck. In addition to exciting MEGAWAYS™ mechanics, the 6х3 scheme slot Book of Cats MEGAWAYS™ hides a set of remarkable features: free spins that can be retriggered, expanding symbols in the bonus game and a special Book symbol, which multiplies wins in free spins round.
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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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