WHAT'S NEW?

Gaming America takes a look at some of the market's newest and most exciting gaming products, available for land-based players across the country.

SB22 – K22

Sports wagering kiosks are revolutionizing the way people place bets on sports events. The latest offering from SB22 – the K22 – provides bettors with a convenient way to quickly and securely place bets without having to wait in lines or worry about the security of online betting sites.

The K22 is fully integrated with the GLI-33-certified sportsbook platform Fi22, which offers new levels of AI-powered innovative wagering. It features automated risk management, custom in-house promos and advanced reporting software.

This next-gen kiosk accepts numerous methods of payment, whether it be cash, vouchers, prepaid account cards or TiTo (ticket in – ticket out). This enables casinos to operate their sportsbook kiosks like conventional slot machines with bonusing, coupons and drawings which helps streamline casino accounting procedures.

The premium kiosk will also support cashless functionality in jurisdictions that allow it. The K22 offers convenience and speed, allowing bettors to place their bets in a fraction of the time it would take to do so in person. This means that bettors can make their picks and get their bets in quickly, allowing them to take advantage of last-minute opportunities.

It uses top-of-the-line components for deposit and payout on the same machine, making the payment process all that bit easier. What’s more, the K22 utilizes the platform’s omnichannel platform to link the digital and retail sports betting experience.

Speaking on the new product, SB22 COO Vladimir Jovanovic said: “K22 is the first true self-service retail technology that allows operators to offer a profitable sportsbook without significant operational overhead and capital investment."

This kiosk also provides an element of security not seen with most kiosks available on the market. It provides secure and anonymous user betting via the use of presence detection, which is carried out by an embedded camera and AI system.

The K22 is fully remotely managed and serviceable, operating on a secure failsafe operating system.

VELVIX – FORGOTTEN TREASURES

Velvix’s latest title is also one of its most unconventional. At face value, Forgotten Treasures has the look of a traditional piratethemed slot game. With 40 lines, the game sees players chase the title's single most exciting feature. When triggered, players enter the “Free Games” feature, but with a twist! The feature is activated by collecting five or more scatters, each containing a multiplier value listed on them. The player then gets to select the order the multipliers are awarded during the feature. This means the player can weigh all of the larger multipliers at the start of the free spins or decide to set the bigger action toward the end of the free game. For the first time, players are put in charge of their own destiny!

But that’s not all. Unlike traditional “Free Game” features whereby players may experience spins with no credit win, may experience spins with no credit win, Forgotten Treasures ensures every spin is Forgotten Treasures ensures every spin is a win. If no line win is reached, the player a win. If no line win is reached, the player continues the free spin until they receive a continues the free spin until they receive a win – including the guaranteed multiplier! win – including the guaranteed multiplier!

Sticking to its pirate theme, the title’s Sticking to its pirate theme, the title’s “Free Game” feature follows a treasure “Free Game” feature follows a treasure map. The map includes multiple stops for map. The map includes multiple stops for the player, each representing a free spin the player, each representing a free spin and marked by the multiplier value chosen and marked by the multiplier value chosen by the player. For those in a hurry, it is also by the player. For those in a hurry, it is also possible to simply have the multipliers laid possible to simply have the multipliers laid out at random on the treasure map. Players out at random on the treasure map. Players can earn further free winning spins while in can earn further free winning spins while in the feature, expanding the treasure map as the feature, expanding the treasure map as they set off on further adventures to chase they set off on further adventures to chase guaranteed wins!

Forgotten Treasures will be available in Forgotten Treasures will be available in April 2023 in select markets in the US. The April 2023 in select markets in the US. The game will be on display for trial during the game will be on display for trial during the upcoming IGA show in San Diego this upcoming IGA show in San Diego this March, 2023.

ARISTOCRAT’S DRAGON LINK $1M SLOT

Aristocrat’s Dragon Link jackpot brand has long been a favorite among slot machine fanatics but its latest iteration has proven particularly popular since its world premiere at the Hard Rock Tampa. The progressive slot allows for high and mid-denomination bets and a larger linked or standalone jackpot of $1m.

Unlike wide-area progressives, the $1m jackpots are paid immediately for the entire value and reset to $1m once this amount is hit by a lucky bettor. The $1m Dragon Link has a $25 minimum bet and $2,500 maximum bet – not bad considering the potential payout!

The Golden Century version incorporates Dragon Link’s famous Hold & Spin feature, with a chance to win up to 250x the player’s bet.

Since its launch in Florida, there has been a high demand for these high-denomination slot machines. Peppermill Resort Spa Casino, Nevada, is the latest venue to embrace the frenzy around this game, installing two of these slot machines on its premises.

The 25-line machine features symbols that will be iconic to slot fanatics – oriental -themed characters and cultural artifacts mixed with more traditional money icons and Kings, Queens and Jacks.

The Seminole Tribe of Florida has embraced the $1m Dragon Link slot, which has been installed at the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Hollywood, Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Tampa and Seminole Coconut Creek Casino Seminole. The Hard Rock Tampa alone has paid out over $1.6bn in jackpots to more than 56,000 individuals in 2021. There have been over 581,000 jackpots awarded, which equates to over a jackpot paid per minute.

Dragon Link is one of the most popular slot games in the world.

"UNLIKE WIDE-AREA PROGRESSIVES, THE $1M JACKPOTS ARE PAID IMMEDIATELY FOR THE ENTIRE VALUE AND RESET TO $1M ONCE THIS AMOUNT IS HIT BY A LUCKY BETTOR."

KONAMI DIMENSION 49 SLOT MACHINE

Konami’s DIMENSION series of machines have long proven to be a reliable slot cabinet, showcasing wonderful and popular game brands such as Ocean Spin, Fortune Mint, Lucky Envelope, Lightning Dragon, Mystical Pearl and more.

The 49" 4K UHD ‘J’ curve screen has been designed to debut a glamorous host of new game themes, where rich colors, intricate art and exotic inspirations amplify every celebration. Its streamlined frame and custom merchandising options deliver entertainment over a wide variety of potential locations on the casino floor.

The DIMENSION 49 will be showcased at ICE London. SYNKROS technology is employed by Konami which offers advanced features such as player tracking, marketing, rewards /offers, machine management, cage management, cashless technology and mobile tools.

The product has an attractive design aesthetic too, inspired by architecture from the financial and military industries. With SYNKROS as a partner, the DIMENSION 49 is covered by around-the-clock customer support.

The cabinet’s custom-engineered button interface is contained within a lighted deck with dual classic spin buttons and a plethora of surface space for players to place their drinks, phones and other personal effects. Additional player conveniences include a wireless smartphone charging pad, a USB port and a built-in handbag hook.

This is not to mention Lucky Envelope, the cabinet’s linked progressive series which features a now-iconic golden tree covered in striking red envelopes. It is a 243 Ways game with four progressive jackpot levels that scale by denomination and features wild red envelope symbols.

Konami VP of International Gaming Operations commented: “Games like Ocean Spin, Fortune Mint and Lucky Envelope have proven consistent performance in the field over many months, and we’re excited to share these leading releases with our customers at ICE 2023. Konami and its exclusive international distributors are working together with customers to expand these solid entertainment options to operators and their guests.”