Thursday, May 9, 2013

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Finnplay signs BetSoftGaming partnership

Posted: 08 May 2013 02:27 PM PDT

Finnplay, the Finnish Gaming Boutique software provider, which specializes in affordable and customized gaming solutions, has signed an agreement with BetSoftGaming, the originator and leader in true 3D cinematic gaming, that allows their Slots3 catalogue and full range of titles to be provided through Finnplay's gaming platform.

Martin Prantner CEO of Finnplay said: "BetSoftGaming has some of the best 3D games available in the industry, which means our customers can freely choose on a day to day basis which games can be offered on their website. Our agile gaming platform provides games selection from our back office and deploys superior products and services that can respond rapidly to local and international market requirements".

Harry Biring, Marketing Director of BetSoftGaming, commented: “We are delighted to be working with Finnplay, given their gaming expertise which is synonymous with quality and delivers our award winning 3D cinematic gaming experience to more customers' to enjoy".

Finnplay: Founded in 2008, Finnplay is a privately-owned Finnish Gaming Boutique software development company, which specializes in affordable and customized gaming solutions for the online and mobile gaming industry. Company Website: www.finnplay.com

About BetSoftGaming: BetSoftGaming, is a Tier One developer and provider of online gaming software, remains the innovator and leader of true 3D cinematic gaming. With a game library of over 100 games including the iconic Slots3 series, BetSoftGaming has met and exceeded the quality found in console video games and animated feature films. BetSoftGaming’s extensive portfolio of clients includes some of the top gaming operations in the industry.

 

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BALLY TECHNOLOGIES TO SHOWCASE ENTERTAINING GAME CONTENT DEVELOPED FOR ASIA-PACIFIC MARKET AT G2E ASIA MAY 21-23 IN MACAU

Posted: 08 May 2013 02:12 PM PDT

 

LAS VEGAS, May 8, 2013 — Bally Technologies, Inc. (NYSE: BYI), a leader in slots, video machines, casino-management, interactive applications, and networked and server-based systems for the global gaming industry, today announced it will showcase a wide variety of its award-winning games and systems solutions, along with innovative offerings from Bally Interactive, at G2E Asia in Macau, May 21-23.

"We could not be prouder to be displaying some of our hottest new games and trailblazing systems solutions in Macau, including many developed specifically for the Asian market," said Bally Technologies' Senior Vice President of Asia-Pacific/Africa and Managing Director of Bally India Srini Raghavan. "Attendees will experience our new compelling game content on titles like NASCAR® and Cash Wizard Tiki Magic™, along with several of the Elite Bonusing Suite™ floor-wide bonusing applications, and the thrilling Bally Mobile Platform. These technologies showcase Bally's continued focus on creating innovative gaming experiences for players, while delivering a strong return-on-investment for casino operators around the globe."

Market-Specific Games As part of Bally's commitment to developing products designed specifically for the Asian market, the Company will exhibit a large number of Asian-themed titles.

These vibrant, entertaining games feature stunning Asian-themed graphics and symbols along with player-favorite features such as free games, stacked wilds, and engaging play mechanics. But most important, they feature player-selectable dual-language English/Chinese to meet the demands of the dynamic Asia-Pacific market.

Visitors to Bally's booth no. 235 should look for Zhi Nu™, the first of four romantic-landscape novel games linked to a progressive multi-jackpot. Based off of Chinese mythology, the heavenly weaving maiden Goddess Zhi Nu and her mortal true love Niu Lang whisk players away into passionate bliss as they embrace and gaze into the starry night sky. Available on Bally's Pro Series™ V32 platform, Zhi Nu is a five-reel, 50-line game sparked by three enchanting Free Game triggers scattered anywhere on the middle three reels.

In Chinese Zodiac™, a new video slot for the Pro Series V22/22 Upright and V22/26 Slant cabinets, players choose the zodiac symbol, lock the wilds, and win! The mythic animals of the Chinese zodiac will bring luck and fortune in this game that lets player choose their favorite zodiac animal. For Bally's upright and slant cabinets other Chinese language games on display include China River™, Fantastic 8s™, Red Phoenix™, Shadow Diamond™, White Lion™, Heavenly Empress™, and Pharaoh's Dream™.

Star Signs™, Zodiac Fortune™, Joy of Samba™, and Koi Treasures™ will be on display for G2E Asia visitors on Bally's award-winning Pro Curve™ cabinet, featuring the industry's only curved LCD to emulate spinning reels on a video slot.

World-Class Licensed Branded Games Taking center stage at G2E Asia will be Bally's NASCAR® video slots. This new world-class brand brings the thrill of racing to any casino floor and features a lineup of famous race-car drivers. NASCAR is delivered on Bally's ALPHA 2™ Pro Series™ V22/32 cabinet with a near-area progressive jackpot award. Players select their favorite driver and the game screens change to reflect that driver's team colors and branding. This high-octane experience features three bonuses: The Pit Stop Bonus, Burnout Free Games, and the U-Race™ Bonus.

Show participants should also look for Cash Wizard Tiki Magic™, the superb follow-up game to the successful Cash Wizard™. Cash Wizard Tiki Magic™ is a 1080p high-definition game featuring a new mystical character, Ms. Magic. Players take a journey through a spectacular magical forest filled with three enchanting bonus features, two Bonus Bet features, exciting new touch, drag, and fling features, and the chance to win three progressive jackpots.

"We have focused on creating a new portfolio of dual-language English/Chinese video titles with rich graphics and rewarding bonuses that are sure to entertain casino patrons in the Asia-Pacific region," said Kurt Gissane, Bally Technologies' Senior Director and Managing Director of Asia-Pacific. "Those core titles, combined with compelling game content on titles like Tiki Magic and NASCAR, showcase Bally's unfaltering focus on creating innovative gaming experiences for players, while delivering a strong return-on-investment for casino operators."

Powerful Floor-Wide Player Experience Asia-Pacific casino operators will experience live demonstrations of Bally's innovative Elite Bonusing Suite™ (EBS). Casino operators can utilize EBS to add excitement across their iVIEW network using player-centric, real-time interactive promotions such as Virtual Racing™, U-Spin Bonusing™, DM Tournaments™, and Virtual Racing NASCAR®.

EBS adds dramatic new levels of excitement and anticipation to the slot-play experience. The EBS applications deliver floor-wide, personalized promotions, second-chance-to-win events, and the ability for players to earn valuable rewards, all without interrupting play on the base game.

These interactive solutions enable players to spin wheels, select and root for their favorite contest-driven car or horse, get instant rewards on their birthday, and participate in instant floor-wide slot tournaments. EBS applications have been proven to increase coin-in, carded play, new card signups, and player entertainment at casinos across the world and have been used to create world record-setting events that draw thousands to the casino resort.

Bally will also display Tableview™, an exciting real-time table rating and player-tracking solution that enables casino operators to replace their existing manual rating process with the ease and simplicity of electronic automation.

Mobile Concierge Solutions At G2E Asia, the Bally Mobile team will also be on hand to give live demonstrations of the Company's cloud-based custom mobile concierge apps and mobile websites for casino patrons and internal-facing apps for casino employees.

About Bally Technologies, Inc. With a history dating back to 1932, Las Vegas-based Bally Technologies designs, manufactures, operates, and distributes advanced gaming devices, systems and technology solutions worldwide. Bally's product line includes reel-spinning slot machines, video slots, wide-area progressives, interactive and mobile applications, and Class II, lottery, and central-determination games and platforms. Bally also offers an array of casino management, slot accounting, bonusing, cashless and table management solutions. For more information, please contact Laura Olson-Reyes, Senior Director, Marketing & Corporate Communications, at 702-584-7742, or visit http://www.ballytech.com.  Connect with Bally on Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, LinkedIn, and Pinterest.

 

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FutureLogic’s Gen2 Universal named Best Electronic Gaming Peripheral Printer’ Inside Asian Gaming’s Awards

Posted: 08 May 2013 02:00 PM PDT

 

 

GLENDALE, Calif., May 9, 2013  FutureLogic, Inc., the world's leading developer of innovative ticket printing and couponing solutions, announces today that its GEN2 Universal™ printer was named the winner of Inside Asian Gaming's 5th Annual Supplier Awards for being the 'Best Electronic Gaming Peripheral – Printer'

"We are honored by this recognition from a unique panel of judges with extensive hands-on knowledge and experience of the casino floor," said John Edmunds, CMO/CSO at FutureLogic. "This award is yet another strong testament to the quality and performance of our world class printers, particularly as it represents feedback from operators in a technical-savvy market such as Asia. When purchasing gaming machines in today's market, operators have a choice in which peripherals they want patrons to interact with across their property. We are extremely proud that throughout Asia and the rest of the world, operators continue to choose FutureLogic as the most reliable and highest performing printer in the market. With over 1,500,000 printers installed worldwide, FutureLogic's commitment to our customers is to continue to set the pace in the gaming industry when it comes to innovative printing and couponing solutions."

Developed with design feedback from global gaming OEMs and casinos, the GEN2 Universal™ printer is server-based ready, supports both SPC (IGT) and GDS protocols and can be configured to communicate with multiple hosts simultaneously, such as RS-232 or Netplex and USB protocols, making it the only printer needed across the entire resort. Ready for promotional couponing, the printer can provide operators with separate and secure processing environments for both TITO and promotional couponing. Moreover, equipped with a 50% larger standard ticket capacity, the GEN2 Universal™ printer can save operators up to 20 refills or $200 per printer annually. Further reducing costs, the unit eliminates paper waste by consuming the ticket stack down to the last ticket.

About Inside Asian Gaming's Supplier Awards:
Inside Asian Gaming's Supplier Awards 2013 marks the fifth annual installment of our kudos to the manufacturers whose creativity and commitment to innovation make possible the tremendous growth of Asia's gaming industry. Our judges are all senior casino executives with extensive practical knowledge and a wealth of first-hand experience as to what their players like, and they are uniquely familiar with the great variety of games and supporting products that over the last year responded especially well to those preferences and delivered exceptional results for operators and manufacturers as a result. Revenue performance, though clearly the key judging criteria, was far from the only one. Our panel of experts was asked also to consider feedback from players and from their own staffs and were encouraged as well to assess the nominees in the various categories on the basis of their observations and considerable experience.

About FutureLogic, Inc.
Founded in 1983, FutureLogic is the leading developer of innovative ticket printing and couponing solutions to gaming technology providers and operators around the world. As the premier supplier of super-robust thermal ticket printers to the global gaming industry, FutureLogic has shipped more than 1.5 million printers for casino gaming, video lottery, AWP, LPM, SWP and kiosk applications worldwide. Headquartered in Glendale, CA and with offices across North and South America, Europe, Asia and Australia, FutureLogic's sales and engineering teams are ready to provide direct support and local knowledge for manufacturers and operators around the world. For more information or to contact us, please visit futurelogic-inc.com.

 

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REALISTIC GAMES SIGN PADDY POWER CONTRACT

Posted: 08 May 2013 01:54 PM PDT

 

 

 

London, 8th May, 2013 Realistic Games have fought off stiff competition to sign a deal to supply online gaming content to Paddy Power's Mobile Games sites.

The high quality, on-demand, HTML games include roulette, blackjack, five 5-reel slots and seven 3-reel ones, with more to be delivered through the year. All are specifically designed for iPhones and iPads, as well Android phones and tablets.

Among the 14 games are the popular slots Pirate Radio, Tutankhamun, Snakes and Ladders, Bullseye and Pentagram. They will be delivered on Realistic Games' own in-house ReGaL server, via an Openbet RGI integration.

The company's commercial director, Andy Harris, said the Wantage-based company were delighted to have tied up the multi-year deal with the Irish bookmaker. He added: "This fits in perfectly with our strategy of partnering with industry-leading operators around the world – and they don't come any bigger or better than Paddy Power. "They are very much aligned with us in terms of our focus on mobile and belief that the channel is the key to future success in eGaming. I'm confident this will be a great deal for both parties."

Paddy Power has put in place a significant marketing campaign to support the launch. Mobile Games Manager Lucinda Kelly, said: "We're very excited about the new Mobile Games and very pleased to have partnered with Realistic Games. "Their passion, product knowledge, and understanding of the industry was crucial in our decision to select them, and I'm convinced our customers are going to love their games."

Realistic Games are also going to be providing Flash games to Paddy Power on their traditional PC Games website.

About Realistic Games Based in Wantage, Oxfordshire, Realistic Games are a leading supplier of high-quality, electronic gaming content to some of the world's most successful operators. Their technologists, designers and modellers have over 40 years of experience in both the terrestrial and digital gaming markets. They are passionate about the products they create. The team specialise in creating roulette, blackjack, slots, and fixed odds games tailored to a wide variety of devices, including PCs, tablets, smart phones and gaming machines. The majority are fully-hosted on their own ReGaL games platform, and are accessible to customers through a simple integration. ReGaL first went into production for Stan James in April 2011. Subsequent launches followed with BetVictor in September 2011, Ladbrokes in May 2012, Bet365 in July 2012 and Boylesports in October 2012.

About Paddy Power Paddy Power is Europe's largest bookmaker and a leading provider of gaming services in in the UK, Australia and Ireland. Founded in 1998, Paddy Power is a publicly quoted company and is listed on both the Irish and London Stock Exchanges (www.paddypowerplc.com).

 

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ZITRO CONTINUES TO EXPAND IN MEXICO WITH GREAT EXPECTATION FOR PLAYERS

Posted: 08 May 2013 01:50 PM PDT

Luxembourg, 8th May 2013.- Zitro, world leader in video bingo games, has installed machines in the newly opened casino Big Ball Culiacan, in Mexico, where the games have been successfully embraced from players.

There are many games that Mexican players can enjoy in Big Bola Culiacan Casino and they are so successful because of their originality and great fun. “Now I know that there are ZITRO games in this site I will come here to play more often, their games are much more attractive and innovative” said a very big fan of Zitro. “I have been waiting ZITRO games for a long time, I´m so happy they are already here”, said another great admirer.

Games such Power Black Bonus, Spin Bingo, Wild Rocks, Catrina, Rabbit Mania, Calaca, Bingo Story, Bingo and The Beast, Taco Mania, Last Bingo in Paris, Mexican Lottery, Power Bonus or Fish Mania among others, are the delight of the Mexican players.  Zitro leads the Mexican market in number of video bingo machines  and revenue figures thanks to players interest in Zitro games and because of the magnitude of their prizes.

 

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TRANSACT TECHNOLOGIES SIGNS NEW CONTRACT TO INSTALL EPICENTRAL® PRINT SYSTEM AT HIPPODROME CASINO IN LONDON

Posted: 08 May 2013 01:45 PM PDT

HAMDEN, CT  May 8, 2013 TransAct Technologies Incorporated (NASDAQ: TACT), a global leader in market-specific solutions, including printers, terminals, software and other products for transaction-based and other industries, today announced it has signed a new contract to install the EPICENTRAL® Print System at the Hippodrome Casino, located in London's historic Leicester Square.  The EPICENTRAL® Print System will be connected to all 144 electronic gaming machines, including both slot machines and electronic table games, and is projected to go live in the second half of 2013.

"We are really excited to sign a contract with Hippodrome, which is one of London's premier casino properties," said Bart C. Shuldman, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Transact Technologies Inc.  "Hippodrome prides itself on providing its customers with a fun and amazing overall customer experience.  The EPICENTRAL® Print System will allow casino management to provide an even more optimal experience to their carded and un-carded patrons without them leaving their seats at the tables and slot machines."

"EPICENTRAL® was an easy choice due to the flexibility of the system and its proven ability to connect and communicate with casino players across the gaming floor through providing promotions directly through the slot machine and electronic table game," said Simon Thomas, Chief Executive of the Hippodrome.  "In addition, EPICENTRAL® has the ability to cooperatively integrate with our player tracking system, which was a key criterion in selecting an application for our casino."

Colin Veitch, Director of Eurocoin Ltd, who led the negotiations with The Hippodrome team, reinforced the significance of the announcement. "The landmark Hippodrome property occupies a totally unique position in London's entertainment history, dating back to 1900. We are delighted to be working with Simon and Jimmy Thomas and their expert management team, and are confident that Epicentral will deliver genuine and positive enhancements to the player experience at The Hippodrome Casino"

The EPICENTRAL® Print System – connected directly to TransAct's ServerPort™ device inside the slot machine – is an easy-to-use, cost-efficient software system that enables casinos to internally develop marketing programs and promotional coupons to be distributed to carded and un-carded customers on a real-time basis at a slot machine via the EPICENTRAL® technology.  Additionally, the system works with existing slot systems and games as it operates with a separate and distinct connection with the printer.  With this, casinos will be able to use the EPICENTRAL® Print System to connect to all existing slot machines, regardless of the game's manufacturer, to drive increased revenue and enhance their customers' experience on a real-time basis.

About TransAct Technologies Incorporated TransAct Technologies Incorporated (NASDAQ: TACT) is a leader in developing and manufacturing market-specific solutions, including printers, terminals, software and other products for transaction-based and other industries. These industries include casino, gaming, lottery, banking, point-of-sale, food safety, hospitality, oil and gas, and medical and mobile.  Each individual market has distinct, critical requirements for printing and the transaction is not complete until the receipt and/or ticket is produced.  TransAct printers and products are designed from the ground up based on market specific requirements and are sold under the Ithaca®, Epic, EPICENTRAL® and Printrex® product brands.  TransAct distributes its printers through OEMs, value-added resellers, selected distributors, and direct to end-users.  TransAct has over 2.4 million printers installed around the world.  TransAct is also committed to providing world-class printer service, spare parts, accessories and printing supplies to its growing worldwide installed base of printers.  Through its TransAct Services Group, TransAct provides a complete range of supplies and consumables items used in the printing and scanning activities of customers in the hospitality, banking, retail, gaming, government and oil and gas exploration markets.  Through its webstore, http://www.transactsupplies.com, and a direct selling team, TransAct addresses the on-line demand for these products.  TransAct is headquartered in Hamden, CT.  For more information, please visit http://www.transact-tech.com or call 203.859.6800.

About Hippodrome Land based Casino Of The Year 2013*. Located in the heart of the West End of London in one of the city's iconic buildings. It opened in July 2012 and is already one of London's foremost entertainment venues.  The Hippodrome Casino is the result of a three year, £40 Million development of 2 heritage buildings on the busiest corner in Europe with China town at the back door. It has four floors of gaming including a dedicated Poker deck. a restaurant, six bars, 2 lounges, and a dedicated cabaret theatre with some of the best acts in town. (*Totally Gaming Awards 2013).

 

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NET ENTERTAINMENT RELEASES ROULETTE TOUCH FOR MOBILE

Posted: 08 May 2013 01:40 PM PDT

 

 

May 8, 2013 Net Entertainment, the world's leading provider of high-quality online casino games, announces the release of its latest offering for mobile devices, Roulette Touch™.

Taking its lead from the popular online game Roulette Pro™, the Touch™ version has a sleek, simple interface that recreates the famous roulette experience and satisfies even the most discerning casino player.

With its fresh, elegant look and simple, intuitive feel, Roulette Touch™ appeals to players of all levels of experience.

As with all of Net Entertainment's market-leading Touch™ games, the graphical user interface is maximised and rich graphics and unique sounds combine for an unrivalled mobile experience.

"Roulette Touch™ is a beautiful product that further enhances our brilliant mobile portfolio and, with its modern look and easy play, we're confident it will be a big hit with players", comments Simon Hammon, Chief Product Officer of Net Entertainment.

About Net Entertainment Net Entertainment is a premium supplier of digitally distributed gaming systems used by some of the world’s most successful online gaming operators. The Net Entertainment casino is a complete gaming solution comprising both a complete management platform and a full suite of high quality games. Operators are provided a customized casino that is easily integrated ensuring short time to market and a cost efficient operation. Net Entertainment is listed on Nasdaq OMX Stockholm (NET-B). More information about Net Entertainment is available at www.netent.com.

 

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