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The Future of Video Gambling

The business of iGaming is caught in the fever of innovation. From NetEnt to Yggdrasil, the mechanics used in games have become more accommodating, the return-to-player (RTP) rates already cross the conventional threshold, and players are cajoled with new bonuses along the way. Yet, to appeal to Millennials and younger generations who value their effort and mistrust the promise of untold riches overnight, suppliers of gaming products are becoming more innovative. The latest advancement in the casino gaming world is the so-called games of skill which many see as the future of video gambling. Yet, is it sustainable? Are Games … Continue reading The Future of Video Gambling

When Does Gaming Become Gambling?

Traditional video games now feature mechanics that some have described as akin to gambling products. Concerned parties have been discussing loot boxes, which are digital containers filled with goods such as ‘skins’ and ‘weapons,’ that players may purchase independently or as is mostly the case – opt for a loot box and get a reward based on a randomised outcome. Attitude towards such mechanics has been different across the world. In Belgium and the Netherlands, lawmakers have struck against loot boxes deeming them a form of gambling. Australia has also found loot boxes to be closer to a game of … Continue reading When Does Gaming Become Gambling?

Warhammer: Chaosbane New Story Arc DLC Released

Bigben and EKO Software are delighted to announce the launch of a new DLC for Warhammer: Chaosbane. The Tomb Kings includes a new story that is completely separate from the main campaign. In The Tomb Kings DLC for Warhammer: Chaosbane, you are taken to the dangerous necropolises of the Land of the Dead. Once a civilisation at its peak with impressive cities and people of noble lineage, the lands of Nehekhara have now been reduced to sand and buried ruins after the treachery of the evil Nagash. Explore an all-new environment and experience the desert landscapes of the Land of … Continue reading Warhammer: Chaosbane New Story Arc DLC Released

Grand Theft Auto To Meet Medieval Times in Rustler

Embark on a mission to find the Holy Grail, help the nobleman in becoming a gangster rapper, fire someone who believes the Earth is round from a trebuchet, or choose others from the huge range of absurd tasks available in-game. You can also ignore the missions and just simply take the sword, spear, crossbow, or whatever you have at your disposal to start the madness in your town by challenging all the knights in the realm. How long will you survive being under the city’s militia radar? Rustler is an open-world, top-down action game paying tribute to the good old … Continue reading Grand Theft Auto To Meet Medieval Times in Rustler

11 bit studios Adds Two Killer Titles for 2020

2020 and beyond is shaping up to be an exciting time for the 11 bit studios publishing division. Already boasting strong titles like Moonlighter and Children of Morta, the publisher is muscling up even more as they announce two new games are in production and on the way. “We’re still an extremely picky publisher. We’re probably even pickier than we were before if you can believe it! Our job is to hand-pick true gems and put our best efforts in with the development teams to help make them shine. We believe in boosting unique projects and using all the marketing … Continue reading 11 bit studios Adds Two Killer Titles for 2020

Pinball FX3 Rolls With Williams Pinball: Volume 5

Williams Pinball: Volume 5 is available now on Pinball FX3 for PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, Windows 10 and Steam, as well as for Williams Pinball on mobile for iOS and Google Play. This terrific table-trio features classic Williams and Bally tables Tales of the Arabian Nights, Cirqus Voltaire and No Good Gofers. Williams Pinball: Volume 5 not only features classic simulations of these iconic tables, but also includes remastered versions incorporating 3D interactive characters, side wall art, ball trailer effects, particle effects, and more at the toggle of a button. GiN will be providing a full review of … Continue reading Pinball FX3 Rolls With Williams Pinball: Volume 5

SWORD ART ONLINE Alicization Lycoris Gets New Trailer

Leading anime video game developer and interactive entertainment publisher BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment America Inc. today announced that SWORD ART ONLINE Alicization Lycoris will be released on May 22nd, 2020, on the PlayStation 4 computer entertainment system, Xbox One and PC via STEAM. Pre-orders are available now, with all pre-orders set to receive the four winning outfits from the SWORD ART ONLINE Original Costume Design Contest, along with in-game currency as an added bonus. Following the events of the SWORD ART ONLINE Alicization anime series, SWORD ART ONLINE Alicization Lycoris finds Kirito in a mysterious but familiar virtual world known as … Continue reading SWORD ART ONLINE Alicization Lycoris Gets New Trailer

Konami Names 10 Pro Football Clubs for eFootball Season

Konami Digital Entertainment Inc. has today revealed the 10 professional football clubs that will participate in the eFootball League 2019/20 season, which comprises the eFootball.Pro and eFootball.Open tournaments, plus the newly announced eFootball Season Program. An international esports competition for professional clubs only, eFootball.Pro will consist of the following 10 world-renowned clubs: • FC Barcelona • Manchester United FC • FC Bayern • Juventus • Arsenal FC • Celtic FC • AS Monaco • FC Schalke 04 • Boavista FC • FC Nantes All 10 clubs will put forward an official esports team to compete in 3v3 CO-OP matches played … Continue reading Konami Names 10 Pro Football Clubs for eFootball Season

Fishing Barents Sea Complete Edition Releases Casting to Consoles

Virtual fishers who are already looking forward to head to the Barents Sea on their PlayStation 4 and Xbox One need a little bit more patience: Because of short-term technical issues astragon and Misc Games postponed the release of the Fishing: Barents Sea – Complete Edition on these two platforms to December 13, 2019. https://youtu.be/HrjX8PdYanU The Fishing: Barents Sea – Complete Edition includes the commercial fishing and ship simulation Fishing: Barents Sea which takes players to the area around the Norwegian town Hammerfest. Here they can make their dream of becoming the most successful fisherman around come true by using … Continue reading Fishing Barents Sea Complete Edition Releases Casting to Consoles