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Microgaming has struck yet another deal with a Hollywood studio in obtaining the right to develop an online slot game based on the hilarious 2011 comedy Bridesmaids. Released by Universal Pictures, Bridesmaids elevated stars Kristen Wiig and Melissa McCarty to unlikely movie stardom. Fans of the movie can now rejoice knowing that they will soon have a game version to enjoy. Coming Summer 2015 Announced in a press release, Microgaming is aiming for the broad release date of summer 2015 (we will keep you informed of any updates). Also revealed in the press release was that Microgaming is designing the slot game with five reels, which is to be expected as it’s the industry standard approach for slots. More interesting, though, is the news that the Bridesmaids slot will feature a multi-level bonus game in which players can trigger multiple rewards. Microgaming is also planning to release Bridesmaids across desktop and mobile devices, which will hopefully occur simultaneously. Bridesmaids also appears to be a winner for the simple reason that the slot game will display some of the movie’s funniest clips, charting the efforts of a maid of honour trying and failing to help in the planning of a dream wedding for her best friend. There are countless laughs to enjoy during Bridesmaids. Also worth noting is that Bridesmaids will be more authentic than many other movie slots, as it will actually feature movie footage. Expansion of Branded Games Microgaming CEO Roger Raatgever firmly believes that the slot will add “a completely new dimension to our branded game portfolio.” Raatgever is completely correct when he says that, as Bridesmaids is a hilarious contrast the typically cutesy slot games designed for female casino players. The impending summer launch also highlights that Microgaming is committed to making the type of blockbuster entertainment deals for which Playtech was once renowned. Look for the game at top Playtech-powered online casinos like bet365 Casino, Winner Casino, and 7Regal Casino.
Playtech has integrated feature film technology into full sports simulations to facilitate the realism of its betting and game play, bringing user engagement to a new level while also encouraging wager activity. Never Before Seen Realism Playtech is honing its multi-channel software and service provision leadership position with a new series of never before seen technological features within a newly expanded Virtual Sports portfolio available to clients. The innovation highlight is a new, fully simulated football game that brings the integration of interactivity with wagering to a new level. Expanded Availability The multi-channel Virtual Sports package will be made available to customers across the full range of mediums extant today, including retail, mobile and satellite, with the sport simulation feature being unique to Playtech. Licensee clients can choose from a range of events that includes football, horse-racing, greyhounds, velodrome and speedway with tennis, basketball and trotting that make league and tournaments available for competition to clients with in-play betting due to be offered later this year. Feature Film Graphics The technology is truly eye-popping, as each offering from Playtech now offers graphics that originated with feature film capture technology, with the games having been shot on location, and employing professional sportsmen and women as actors filmed for the simulation shots. Further features include realistic odds, expanded betting options, and in-game branding. Multiple languages are offered for all games and are supplemented by local language commentaries. Optimism, Early Warm Reception Virtual Sports Head Elliot Norris Elliot looks forward to unveiling the new features at ICE 2015, calling the graphics “mind-blowing” and emphasized his pleasure at his company's unique ability to offer betting and gameplay that makes the betting experience as “realistic as possible,” and have been embraced by initial diverse markets where it has been introduced.
SkillOnNet is one of the major software providers in the online casino industries and it made the announcement that its platform will soon be mobile friendly by presenting the updated product at two of its own casinos. Within the first week of February, it is expected that all online gaming websites powered and licensed by SkillOnNet and its white label customers will go live with their mobile casinos. This marks the first major step taken by the software developer towards its 2015 strategy that sees optimized mobile sites at the top of the list. Mobile is the Future Most of the online gaming operators in the industry have been showing interest in the mobile sector and it is one of the main subjects that will be covered at the upcoming ICE Totally Gaming Conference in London. According to SkillOnNet’s Andy Andrew, mobile is vital to the gaming industry and it is important for operators to offer mobile-friendly products in order to meet the growing demands from the customers. Players who want to enjoy their favorite games on the go can easily access the online casinos and start the titles from a smartphone or a tablet. Andrew also added that the updated platform will also see to include mobile games to future white label clients and licenses. SkillOnNet’s Growing Offer With over 50 casino games developed by SkillOnNet and several online casinos of its own, the software provider has seen a growing success in recent years. Its games can also be found at various leading online casinos alongside other providers, such as Net Entertainment, NextGen Gaming, Amaya and WMS. The supplier is expected to soon boast an impressive selection of live casino titles that would see its offering from XProGaming and Evolution gaming being boosted by Amaya and NetEnt for the widest variety for this category on the market.
Raha-Automaattiyhdistys, also known as RAY, is a state-owned gaming operator located in Finland that is in charge of some of the hottest online casinos in the country. With the success achieved in collaboration with leading software provider Playtech, RAY has just announced that the two companies have extended their contract for another 20 years, making it the longest deal in both their histories. The multi-channel gaming software developed by Playtech includes content and support services for both the online and mobile channels used by Ray.fi. Players who have been enjoying the online casino that first went live in 2010 will continue to have access to the exclusive titles developed by the provider for at least the next 20 years. Furthermore, the online gaming website also features poker games, RAY-branded games and a complete live casino studio that hosts the professional dealers for the realistic internet games that went live in August 2014. The collection provided by Playtech includes its big name slot games that are themed after proprietary content and brands, with the Marvel series standing out as the most popular category. Both companies have expressed their pleasure for this landmark contract and consider it the right move after working together for four years filled with success, as the two companies started their collaboration in May 2010. Responsible Gaming and Mobile The online gaming framework developed by Playtech for RAY has been carefully designed to meet the imposed regulations and requirements in Finland. It also provides support for the mobile-first strategy promoted by RAY that aims to make the transition from desktop gaming to mobile as smoothly as possible for its customers. The 20-year contract extension also features an automatic renewal clause for another four years so it is safe to say that RAY and Playtech will be working together for a long time to come.
The software provider with a focus on new and innovative casino games has just announced that it will release the first progressive jackpot slot of its collection by the end of February. The upcoming title is called Joker Millions and it will feature a pooled progressive jackpot that is expected to fall out at around €1.3 million, putting it in the exclusive league alongside the biggest progressives on the internet. Engaging Special Feature Unlike most online progressive slots, Joker Millions will come with a special concept through which players must collect the symbols in order to win the jackpot. The sticky wilds allow for impressive wins and when the screen is filled with wild symbols, the progressive jackpot will be triggered. The official presentation will take place during the ICE Totally Gaming Conference as Yggdrasil will launch it with style across a large wall of monitors at its stand. Several sites have agreed to co-mingle for the pool before the official launch. According to the CEO of Yggdrasil, the progressive slot has been designed to be engaging and its mystery joker wins will make sure that players will have fun even if we take the jackpot out of the equation. New Things for Yggdrasil The developer has been looking to innovate its collection of games and after the launch of its first 3D game in October last year with Reef Run, it released its first slot game on iSENSE 2.0, its new HTML5 framework, with Dark Joker Rizes. Now, the first progressive slot is just around the corner and more such options are sure to follow, according to the released statement. Progressive jackpots represent a great marketing tool as players are drawn in by the potential to win a life-changing amount with just a few spins of a slot game, not to mention all the other prizes available. Look for the game at Yggdrasil-powered casinos like EuroSlots Casino and Vera and John Casino.
Pavilion Worldwide was in search of a partner to build a new slot game that they believed would be an instant hit. The idea was to base a brand new video slot and base it on the hit TV series Taxi. They chose to team up with leading developer Leander Games and from the positivity heard from both parties, they have done a good job. Taxi-themed Bonuses Taxi was a very popular series from 1972-1983 and was one of the biggest comedies of all time. Licensed by CBS Consumer Products, the new Hail Taxi slot is a 5-reel, 25 payline, which offers a cool 'Flag this down' bonus that gives an instant prize. The game also features a Free Spins bonus called the 'Make it out of the garage', which gives players a chance to unlock Taxi characters in their day to day lives. As characters leave the garage, their face becomes a wild symbol and that is when the money can really start to add up. There are a number of additional bonuses that are unique to the Hail Taxi slot and they sound like a lot of fun. Players looking to get a first look at the new Hail Taxi Slot will be able to do so at a number of leading brands running Leander software including: BETAT Casino, Sky Vegas Casino and Tropezia Palace Casino. It will be released to many other in the coming weeks. About Leander Games Leander Games is one of the leading independent casino software suppliers in the industry. They are committed to innovating new titles that are designed to market faster than current options. They are known for their detailed graphics and interesting concepts and the top casinos in the industry have numerous Leander offerings in their respective games collections.
The Veltins-Arena at Gelsenkirchen is the venue for today's top Bundesliga match between home team Schalke 04 and Borussia Monchengladbach (19:30 UK time). Positioned in the Bundesliga table top six, the two teams will attempt to lessen the gap from undisputed leader Bayern Munich. Schalke 04 Schalke is just coming off a 1-1 draw against Bayern Munich after Benedikt Howedes equalized for a second half goal by Arjen Robben. Schalke will have to do without Dutchman Klaas-Jan Huntelaar who was suspended for four matches after a brutal tackle into Hannover's Manuel Schiemedach. Schalke will also miss Julian Draxler but they'll have returning players like Bayern loanee Jan Kirchoff and Marco Hoger, with Kevin Prince-Boateng filling for Huntelaar at the front. Schalke will look to jump back into the Bundesliga's top five and the home advantage will be vital to taking three points. They could do that with a good performance by Eric Maxim Choupo-Moting, a top scorer this season which is always a good bet for goalscorers. Monchengladbach Monchengladbach is one of the better teams this Bundesliga season, currently positioned third in the table just 5 points away from Wolfsburg and 13 from Bayern Munich. Their goal difference of 11 sets them apart from Augsburg which is also with 33 points. Statistically, Monchengladbach have the edge on Schalke as they've emerged victorious from their three last games against the Gelsenkirchen outfit victorious. Like Schalke, they played two games in the last week, but unlike the rivals they won both: 0-1 against Stuttgart and 1-0 against Freiburg. Midfielder Patrick Herrmann scored in both these games – a very good goalscorer bet alongside forward Max Kruse who scored 9 goals this season. Live Betting Odds Winner Sports will have live coverage for this Bundesliga clash with in-play betting markets as the action unfolds. In pre-match full time result odds Schalke was 6/4 to win against Monchengladbach's 17/10 with 47/20 for a draw. Log-in Winner this Friday evening for quality Bundesliga football action.
Arizona senator and previous presidential candidate John McCain has called for a debate in Congress regarding one of the most burning issues in America, both at a state and federal level. That issue, of course, is online gambling. McCain appeared on ESPN, saying, ““We need to have a talk with the American people, and we need to probably have hearings in Congress on the whole issue so we can build consensus.” McCain’s willingness to bring the issue to the forefront follows a vocal call by NBA Commissioner Adam Silver to sanction state betting and regulate online gambling at a federal level. McCain’s comments were also made right before Super Bowl XLIX. “We obviously know that there are huge amounts gambled on sporting events, particularly football,” he said. A Republican Who Gambles While it might seem odd that a Republican politician is so open to the idea of legalized online sports betting, McCain seems to have a grasp on the bigger issue at hand: money. It is difficult to dispute the reported $120 million that was bet in Nevada ALONE, just on Super Bowl XLIX. Moreover, an NBA team source was quoted in Breitbart Sports this January saying that legalizing online gambling in the United States would create a “trillion dollar industry,” an amount that is virtually incomprehensible. But McCain wants to comprehend it. If he sees the trend of the future, that more and more people will be using their smartphones to not only bet on sports games, but to watch them, he knows that it is more important than ever to have a union of online gambling platforms and uniform regulations. Moreover, he knows that if no such legislation is passed, the American people will simply do their online gambling elsewhere, and all of the potential income will go to outside sources, even competitors. On a personal level, another reason behind McCain’s openness to online gambling: he has more-than-once declared himself a craps enthusiast.
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Uncertainty is rife in the US online casino market, but let us clear a few things up for you. For starters, there are states in which it is legal to play at online casinos, including Nevada, New Jersey, and Delaware. And the reason they can is because they have bypassed federal legislation by implementing their own state legislation. Based on the successful legalisation of the three states above, Indiana, Mississippi, and Washington State are currently considering their own legislation. And of those states, it would appear that Mississippi and Washington are closer than Indiana to moving forward. Another important piece of news is that Sheldon Adelson, a businessman who made his millions operating Las Vegas casinos, has been working on place with Republican politicians to actively oppose the legalisation of online gambling on a national level. Therefore, it will be up to individual states to take their own action. Casinos Accepting US Players Thankfully, though, US casino players don’t have to wait for legislative change, as there are casino sites that will accept their registration. Check out them out below… Rich Casino A new player gets a welcome offer on their first deposit. Games can be accessed with Windows or MAC-friendly software or else directly from web browsers. Software comes from Topgame Technology, developer of creative video slots such as Dwarven Gold, Glorious Rome, Grave Grabbers, and Sugar Rush. Slotland Casino Slotland develops its own software in-house and is ready to provide mobile access to Apple and Android. Some of the most popular slots developed by Slotland Casino include titles like Piggy Bank, Treasure Island, Grand Fortune, and the newly released Gods of Egypt. You can even double your first deposit with a 100% welcome offer worth up to $100. Las Vegas USA Casino New players have the chance to claim a 400% one-time deposit offer worth up to $10,000 at Las Vegas USA, a casino established in 1999. Realtime Gaming provides the software to power table games and video slots such as Caesar’s Empire, Crazy Vegas, and Texas Tycoon. Vegas Casino Online When signing up, there is a cashable offer worth up to $3,000 on a first deposit. Vegas Casino Online is also powered by Realtime Gaming software, which gives you video poker, scratch cards, and speciality games to complement the table games and online slots. Play with the downloadable software or else game directly in your web browser.
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