WAGERWORKS RELEASES ITS FIRST BARCREST GAMES

Online gambling games provider and distributor WagerWorks has announced the release of online ports of Barcrest Group’s leading UK branded game titles.

Rainbow Riches, Ca$hino and Elvis Top 20 are arguably Britain's best known land-based slot titles and have significant presence through bingo halls, motorway service areas, adult gaming centres and betting shops. These games have recently been integrated onto the Orbis Openbet platform and are currently accessible through the Sky Vegas.com gaming website.

A company spokesman said that all three games are 5-reel, 20 payline slots with detailed graphics, themed audio and innovative gameplay.

"Pots of gold and the luck of the Irish await players in Rainbow Riches. A lucky leprechaun is eager to share bountiful payouts and entertain in three exciting bonus rounds, including the ‘Pots of Gold bonus, a ‘Pick Me’ feature and the legendary ‘Road to Riches’ bonus trail," he said.

Ca$hino is based on a classic casino theme, and includes a roulette feature and a free spins bonus.

Elvis Top 20 brings the sights and sounds of the King of Rock ‘n’ Roll alive and includes three entertaining bonus experiences; the Jukebox Jive bonus, Elvis Gold Disc Bonus, and the Electric Guitar bonus.

Wagerworks general manager Oliver Lofthouse said, “Offering both new branded content and leveraging the best games from the land-based environments strengthens our position and credibility as a leading content supplier.”

John Parsonage, Head of Gaming at Sky Betting and Gaming said, “Rainbow Riches, Ca$hino and Elvis Top 20 have a huge land-based following and are proving to be popular with our players. Including these leading UK titles to our games portfolio demonstrates our ongoing efforts to deliver all the best games, all-in-one place.”

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