With the release of Slingo Fowl Play on the horizon, Mariachiara Lagravinese, Account Manager Team Lead sat down with DailySpin to discuss what to expect from the game and delve into why the Fowl Play IP has become so popular in Italy, along with much more. Let’s start!
Before we dive into Slingo Fowl Play, your next major release, could you give us some background on Gaming Realms as a company?
Established back in 2001, Gaming Realms has been developing innovative and beloved titles for over two decades! Renowned for our groundbreaking Slingo offering which seamlessly blends bingo and slots together, our games provide a unique and engaging gameplay experience.
Our portfolio of iconic titles that have captivated players around the world, including titles like Slingo Centurion and Book of Slingo. We’ve successfully reinvented classic slots with the addition of the Slingo mechanic in hits such as Slingo Money Train and Slingo Rainbow Riches. Along with that we have collaborated with huge names outside of the gambling world to create exciting, branded titles like Slingo Tetris and SPACE INVADERS Slingo.
For players who are more familiar with traditional slots and may not know much about Slingo, could you explain what it is?
Slingo is a thrilling blend of bingo and slots with similarities to the Lotteria. It traditionally features a 5×5 grid filled with randomly generated numbers. Players match numbers on a reel to those on the grid, creating lines known as Slingos. Each Slingo awards a prize, with more Slingos leading to larger wins or awards on an incrementally increasing prize ladder.
While the core mechanics remain consistent, we have infused Slingo with strategic elements that empower players. Wilds provide flexibility by allowing you to choose which number to mark on a reel, while super wilds offer even greater control by enabling players to mark any number on the grid. These enhancements foster diverse gameplay styles and ensure that each Slingo experience is unique and engaging. These decisions also provide interactivity where player decisions and choices directly impact play.
As mentioned in the game description, Fowl Play is a legendary brand, and I’m sure the anticipation for this game is immense. Could you share how the initial idea led to the collaboration with Fowl Play?
Our players are the driving force behind every game we create. With over two decades of industry experience, we have a deep understanding of our player base and their likes and dislikes. This knowledge enables us to partner with brands and IPs that resonate with our audience or appeal to players who we believe will enjoy our Slingo titles.
The concept of Slingo Fowl Play emerged from a collaborative discussion with WMG, a renowned developer of iconic slot games. Our goal was to augment one of their classic franchises by incorporating our innovative Slingo mechanic into one of their titles. This collaboration led to the initial idea of Slingo Fowl Play.
If you’re already a fan of Fowl Play Gold, will you get the same familiar experience and feeling when playing the Slingo version?
Slingo Fowl Play offers a visually familiar experience for longtime fans of the series. Iconic characters like the fox and chickens make a triumphant return, and the game’s farm setting evokes the nostalgic charm of the original release.
The core gameplay mechanics deviate from the original slot format, now focused on traditional Slingo features. However, creating Slingos in Fowl Play and climbing the prize ladder can transport players back to the familiar bonus and free spins round from the original release. We recognise the popularity of the original game and have carefully reimagined its core elements to provide a fresh yet nostalgic experience for fans.
Could you share some details about the features and what players can look forward to?
Beyond the strategic depth offered by wilds and super wilds, Slingo Fowl Play features an extra spin symbol that increases your chances of climbing the prize ladder with numerous extra spins able to be awarded.
Up to three picks from a variety of mystery prizes that grow in value as you progress up the prize ladder are also available, plus an exciting Flick a Fox bonus, which launches you into an additional jackpot round where your winnings are determined by how far you can catapult the fox. Additionally, players can win the original game’s free spins round, with their position on the prize ladder determining the number of additional wilds awarded. These elements ensure that Slingo Fowl Play offers a wealth of replayability and excitement for players to discover.
With everything discussed, I’m confident Slingo Fowl Play will be a great success, and we’re excited to play it ourselves. Are there any other upcoming projects or plans from Gaming Realms that we should keep an eye on?
Outside of Slingo Fowl Play, we are also working on Slingo Pop which features a cascade mechanic with players unlocking instant cash prizes as they climb the pay ladder. We are also working with new operator partners which means our iconic titles will be available in more places than ever before. It’s an exciting time to be a fan of Slingo and we cannot wait to show you everything we have been working on!
