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- Systems success in Germany
- MICROGAMING ANNOUNCES NEW FLASH GAMES FOR APRIL 2012
- SPIELO INTERNATIONAL TAILORS ITS PRODUCTS TO MALTA’S NEW SLOT HALLS PROGRAM
- IGT to Display Industry-Leading Market-Attuned Games at FADJA
| Posted: 11 Apr 2012 02:09 AM PDT
Having announced the partnership with Konami as distributor and service centre for Konami in Germany, German casino operators had double reasons to make full use of DRGT's strong participation at the Slot Summit. DRGT is an independent systems company that offers extremely flexible, modular solutions. The serverless technology transforms systems technology that was previously seen as being often too complicated with special IT personnel required to manage into a simple-to-use tool. DRGT systems not only have the foundation technology of Systems in Progress but integrate player-centric features such as integrating cashless, player tracking, promotions and marketing details directly on the slot screen. DRGT systems can be integrated on all slots – regardless of age or manufacturer. That means even popular, old reel-based slots can remain on the floor and make full use of the DRGT systems technology. They can even be updated with an LCD screen that emulates the paytable but then comes into life to inform the player of accountsdetails and becomes a direct source of communication to the player. A perfect reference for DRGT powered by SiP technology is at the casinos in the most northern state of Germany – in Schleswig-Holstein. The five casinos there in Schenefeld, Travemünde, Kiel, Flensburg and Sylt all use systems technology from SiP. Mr.Matthias Hein – Managing Director of Spielbank Schleswig-Holstein and furthermore board member of the European Casino Association (ECA) – is so pleased with SiP's performance that he himself recently wrote to DRGT powered by SiP to say: "After a year of testing in one of our locations, we decided in 2010 to replace our former slot control system and cashless casino card hardware and management tools with products and systems provided by SiP (Systems in Progress) in all other venues as well. We would like to express that we are very satisfied with its performance and reporting capabilities as well as maintenance and support provided". Jurgen De Munck, CEO of DRGT powered by SiP, comments, "I would like to express my thanks for the kind words by Mr. Hein. As such a well respected person in our industry, naturally his statement carries much weight. We were very pleased with the feedback from the Slot Summit. We would also like to take this opportunity to thank Lucien Wijsman and his team for proving such an expert conference that is ideally tailored to the needs and interests of the casino industry. www.drgt.com www.slotsummit.com
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| MICROGAMING ANNOUNCES NEW FLASH GAMES FOR APRIL 2012 Posted: 11 Apr 2012 01:49 AM PDT
Karate Pig, is the main star of this new Video Slot and proves to be a multi-talented little porker, skilled in the field of martial arts and culinary expertise. This 5 Reel, 40 Payline Video Slot is guaranteed to deliver gamers hours of entertainment, with stacked Wild substitutes, Free Spins and a Bonus scatter which triggers a Multi-Level Bonus Game. Each time the Bonus is triggered, the player receives a higher ranking Karate belt – there are 7 belts that the player will need to achieve before playing the Final Showdown bonus, where he is equipped with a black belt to meet his arch rival in battle. The Karate Pig has 3 rounds to defeat his opponent and gain generous rewards for players. The delightful comic characters and graphics will have gamers hooked on Karate Pig's every martial move! Karate Pig will be available on Microgaming's Flash and Viper platforms. Arctic Fortune is a Nordic fantasy game that takes players to another world where ice and snow temper battle hardened warriors. Arctic Fortune is an exciting game that offers players 1024 ways to win – generating more opportunities to win rewards through a combination of Multipliers, bonuses and Free Spins, than ever before. For players with a penchant for the unusual and a hankering for fantastic rewards, Arctic Fortune is the voyage to go for. This is a 5-reel video slot game with superior graphics, animation and sounds where players can explore forgotten caves and reclaim long lost treasures. Arctic Fortune will be available on Microgaming's Flash platform. Mystique Grove is an All Pays 5-reel video slot, set in a classic fairytale land of fantastical creatures and good fortune. With each spin, players enter a realm that offers them the chance of magical winnings. When triggered, the Mystique Grove bonus has flowers that bloom right before players' eyes and offer them big wins! The game has 3 or more Scatter symbols which trigger the Mystique Grove Bonus Feature. When players are lucky enough to do so, fifteen flowers will appear for them to choose their prize from. Mystique Grove has been created in an art style that reflects the beautifully surreal theme of the game. The original music and sound add to a unique player experience and will leave them believing in magic! Mystique Grove will be available on Microgaming's Flash platform. Tiger VS Bear Siberian Standoff is an innovative 25 Line 5 reel video game which invites players to choose between two different interactive characters, the tiger and the bear, as they go into battle. If the player chooses the correct character then they will be able to access new bonus games and challenges with the chance of big winnings. This exhilarating game offers two innovative features: the bear claw and the tiger free spins features. If the player picks the bear claw, they will be taken to a second screen of bear claws where they must select further claws until they choose a claw with the "Stopper" underneath. The Stopper will stop the game and the player will be awarded the accumulated prize. If the player picked the Bear during the Tiger vs. Bear trigger and won, the prize values will be doubled. If the player picks the tiger feature, on the other hand, they will be awarded 4 free spins in which the Tiger will swipe through the reels randomly turning it wild. If the player picked the Tigerduring the Tiger vs. Bear trigger and won, they will win 8 free spins. This action packed video slot is sure to get pulses raising as players prepare to do battle!   |
| SPIELO INTERNATIONAL TAILORS ITS PRODUCTS TO MALTA’S NEW SLOT HALLS PROGRAM Posted: 11 Apr 2012 12:28 AM PDT
MALTA – Malta's major gaming operators are choosing SPIELO International to provide systems, machines, and cloud hosting services for the island's new slot halls program.
diversity continues as SPIELO International's bestselling multigame product, where operators can select game suites that appeal to their players' desires. SPIELO International developers have ensured that the games are as exciting and appealing as possible to Maltese players while complying with the new slot hall regulations. Each diversity game suite features a variety of up to 10 games grouped into categories that can be selected by players via touch screen, with Roulette now available as a selection. Presented on the stylish OXYGEN cabinet, diversity allows players to select their preferred game types with different volatility levels, and is the only multigame on the market featuring proven, top-performing standalone progressive games, all in multi-line and multi-denomination format.
A total of 290 connection kit units for around 30 slot venues were recently shipped to Media Games, Gaming Operations Ltd., and the Tomino Group. Another 300 units are expected to be shipped and installed in those 30 venues in the coming months,with additional installations anticipated. To ensure system viability in such small locations, the SYSTEM2go solution was built to be managed centrally from each operator group's head office. As part of Malta's new slot hall regulations, operators must provide players with a detailed report of their individual activities at the player's request, which SYSTEM2Go provides accurately on demand. SPIELO International has also obtained a Class 4 license from Malta's Lotteries and Gaming Authority for SYSTEM2go to provide a cloud hosting service for Media Games and Gaming Operations Ltd. The cloud services allow operators to concentrate on providing superior services to the player, while SPIELO International manages their IT operation and provides value-added data and report visualisation through the cloud. SYSTEM2go includes the CRYSTAL WEB™ floor network and an integrated jackpots system. Additional add-on packages provide ticketing or card cashless with player tracking. This packaged, all-in-one system is based on our proven market tested technology and functionality, and can be quickly configured to meet regulator and operator requirements. For instance, the Platinum ticketing and player tracking option for Malta was customized for connection to a national 'barred player' list in accordance with regulations. SPIELO International has been providing high-performance solutions in Malta since February   |
| IGT to Display Industry-Leading Market-Attuned Games at FADJA Posted: 11 Apr 2012 12:01 AM PDT
(LAS VEGAS– April 10, 2012) – International Game Technology (NYSE: IGT) will showcase new market-attuned games, blockbuster pop-culture themes and systems solutions, many designed specifically for the Latin America market, at the Andean Gaming Trade Show (FADJA) 2012 in Bogota, Colombia April 11 – 12, 2012. "IGT is proud to bring our Latin America customers the A number of groundbreaking IGT games debuting on the FADJA floor are exclusively designed to focus on local markets and delight players. Making its global debut on the floor at FADJA is Fiesta Chihuahua™ featuring exciting game play and strong player appeal. Get ready for skeletons to dance and mariachi bands to perform on the Dia de Muertos™ game which highlights the Mexican Day of the Dead holiday. Carnaval Riches™ and Tango de Oro™ will have players dancing in their seats with their heavily-themed graphics packages that celebrate the Latin American culture. Mexico's popular film and internet animated sensation Huevocartoon® is the newest member to the OnCore Progressives family as it drives excitement with mystery progressives. The games are available in English and Spanish for additional player appeal. These entertaining titles debuting at FADJA will join a full lineup of IGT's games and systems solutions including MegaJackpots® pop culture favorites like Elvis The King™ Multi-Level Progressives and Ghostbusters™ on the Center Stage. IGT Core titles highlighted at the show will include Wolf Run 2 Into the Wild®, Lucky Larry Lobstermania 2® and Diamond Jubilee®. At booth #89, IGT will educate and entice FADJA attendees with the products casino operators need to maximize performance on their floors now and in the future. IGT will highlight how it continues to lead the industry in cabinet design with the exclusive G20, G23 and the Universal Slant models that allow for personalized playing experiences and flexibility for Operators. At FADJA 2012, IGT’s unrivaled Systems selections include leading server-based gaming tools offering dynamic ways to communicate with players, unmatched flexibility and connectivity, and the critical tools needed to manage the casino floor, players, promotions and operations. Highlighted products include sbX™ Floor Manager, Service Window and IGT Casinolink™ with modules including IGT Medialink™. With more than 50 installs in 11 countries, FADJA attendees will see the power a server-based floor can create. And with IGT Casinolink™, the scalable options offered give flexible Systems choices to casino operators. IGT's unmatched portfolio of games will be located as booth No. 89. For more information, visit www.igt.com. About IGT International Game Technology (NYSE: IGT) is a global leader in the design, development and manufacture of gaming machines and systems products, as well as online and mobile gaming solutions for regulated markets. More information about IGT is available at www.IGT.com or follow IGT on Twitter at @IGTNews or Facebook at www.facebook.com/IGT.   |
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