Slots are some of the most popular games in the iGaming market. In fact, close to half of all the traffic that online casinos experience comes from pokies. Their popularity is one of the main pillars that has held up the iGaming industry in the modern era.
But there are plenty of people who would say that slots may get a bit dull after a while. There isn’t much diversity in gameplay and the mechanics themselves are pretty straightforward. Luckily, slot developers have found a way to keep engagement.
The success of themed slots has shown that the market will continue to thrive no matter what. Casinos like Novibet feature a wide variety of slots that carry certain aesthetics. But what some may notice is that many of these games take heavy inspiration from pre-existing properties.
Music Artists Collaborations
Music plays a key role in the proliferation of slot games. There are very few games nowadays that don’t have some kind of spectacular soundtrack. The tunes help to enhance the user experience and elevate the enjoyment. But what some may be interested to know is that musical artists are willing to collaborate with online slot developers and form unique games.
The biggest example of this has got to be the Guns’N Roses pokie. The game features the likeness of the band members and symbols that are uniquely tied to the group. The background music is all tunes you will certainly recognize made by Guns’N Roses in their prime. Spin reels to the sound of Welcome to the Jungle or Paradise City.
Film and Television Collaborations
Slot games have also long worked with television and film studios in an attempt at mutual promotion. The idea is that fans of the film or TV show are going to play the slot game; while fans of the slot will be more likely to watch the series. Noteworthy examples here may be all of the western-based slot games that have an origin in Hollywood.
A quick example we can come up with is the True Grit slot. Based on the remake created by the Cohen brothers, True Grit manages to capture the dark and moody atmosphere of the original. Symbols are appropriate for the time period and the background music is as bleak as they come. Believe it or not this darker and edgier approach to slot creation is catching on right now.
Sports Collaborations
It shouldn’t be surprising that slots and sports have collaborated in the past. The iGaming industry is comprised of both slot casinos and bookmakers after all. But what is truly fascinating is the success of sports-based slot games. Nobody will be surprised to learn that football slots are the games that draw in the most players.
Particularly popular are the pokies inspired by the FIFA World Cup. Many of these games may even incorporate penalty shot mini-games. It is a fun way to spruce up the gameplay for players who want something extra. The best part is that these mini-games are all optional, so those that don’t want to bother needn’t worry about them at all.
Morgan Vance is an iGaming analyst with nearly a decade of experience covering online casinos and industry regulation. Known for breaking down complex betting systems into easy-to-understand insights, Morgan has reviewed over 500 casino platforms worldwide. His work often explores the intersection of blockchain technology and gambling, particularly the rise of crypto casinos and provably fair gaming.
