The week in B2B news (24 May 2019)

Relax Gaming unveils MMA and boxing slots

Slots developer Relax Gaming has released two new branded Boxing and Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) slot titles, Let’s Get Ready To Rumble® and It’s Time®.

The games will feature the likenesses and catchphrases from world-famous ring announcers Michael “The Voice Of Champions” Buffer and Bruce “The Voice Of MMA” Buffer.

Michael will lend his iconic delivery to Let’s Get Ready to Rumble®, while Bruce’s unmistakeable delivery of MMA’s most recognisable phrase will feature in It’s Time®.

Relax Gaming CPO Simon Hammon said: “We are delighted to unveil our first network branded productions, which feature partnerships with the world-renowned Michael and Bruce Buffer.”

Playson strikes Kindred Group content deal

Casino software developer Playson has signed an agreement to launch its games across the sportsbook and casino brands run by Kindred Group.

The international operator will have access to more than 50 titles, including 3 Fruits Win and Vikings Fortune, as well as the provider’s gem games.

Kindred has licences in a number of regulated markets across Europe including the UK and Sweden, and the deal places Playson’s products in front of a huge new audience.

Blanka Homor, sales manager for Playson, said: “We’re delighted to announce our partnership with Kindred, and are very pleased to be growing our global footprint with such a respected operator.”

Zeal Instant Games partners with Internet Lottery & Betting Group

Zeal Instant Games, the newly-launched plug-and-play instant games service company, has launched a new partnership with Internet Lottery & Betting Group (IL&BG).

The deal sees Zeal Instant Games provide IL&BG with 10 online instant games, including Instant Lotto and Instant Powerball, for use across their online and mobile lottery and casino platforms.

Zeal Instant Games is a new company within the wider portfolio of Zeal Network which has has helped generate more than €150 million in billings over the last four years internally.

Zeal Instant Games MD Julian Tietz said: “We’re proud that IL&BG have selected to work with us and look forward to a highly successful partnership.”

NetEnt’s Narcos-themed video slot goes live

The character of notorious gangster El Patrón, the brutal boss of the Medellin Cartel, takes centre stage in NetEnt’s latest branded title, Narcos.

Based on the award-winning crime drama from Gaumont, the five-reel, three-row video slot with 243 bet ways has the battle between the police, DEA and drug lords as its backdrop.

Narcos comes with free spins, where on every spin there is a chance that one or more high value symbols turn into wilds.

“Since we first announced the deal with Gaumont to bring Narcos to the reels, the anticipation among players and our operator partners has been huge,” said NetEnt games director Bryan Upton.

Yggdrasil releases Jackpot Raiders slot

Gaming solutions provider Yggdrasil has released its latest adventure slot, Jackpot Raiders, promising to take players on an “epic journey in search of hidden treasure”.

The five-reel video slot contains two different free spin modes, two bonus games, as well as five jackpots, with several interactive choices throughout the game.

When the Treasure Hunt Bonus Game is triggered, players have the choice of selecting from two adventurers, the wise and travelled Bear and the brave and intrepid Sam.

Jonas Strandman, senior product strategist at Yggdrasil, said: “This is the ultimate game for jackpot hunters! The smaller jackpots will drop left and right, and the biggest jackpot will grow BIG.”

Pragmatic Play sets sail with Pirate Gold title

Video slot gaming and software provider Pragmatic Play has released a new treasure-filled slots game called Pirate Gold.

The 5×4 video slot is set on the high seas, and has reels filled with symbols from the golden age of piracy, including maps, spyglasses, parrots and pieces of eight.

Pirate Gold’s bonus feature transports players to the treacherous and stormy seas, and can be triggered by landing three compass symbols, which award free spins.

Pragmatic Play CCO Melissa Summerfield said: “Pirate Gold is an exciting new addition to our slot portfolio, and one we are thrilled to release.”