LONDON, UK, June 5th 2006 Spin3, the leading wireless casino system provider, today announced they are bringing Microgaming’s popular Tomb Raider™ Online Video Slot game to the mobile phone.
Microgaming, the worlds leading online gaming software provider has exclusively licensed Tomb Raider Video Slot for wireless use from Eidos Interactive. Spin3 will be the only wireless casino provider to offer Tomb Raider Video Slot, which is themed around the queen of videogaming, Lara Croft and the Tomb Raider computer game series. The game has been added to Spin3’s mobile gaming suite which is powered by Microgaming’s Gamewire v2.0 software, and available for download now.
Tomb Raider Video Slot, launched by Microgaming in October 2004, is a five reel, 15 payline multiple coin video slot with a “wild and scatter” symbol, bonus feature and free spins. Players can bet up to five coins on each of the 15 paylines, taking the maximum wager per spin to 75 coins in a range of denominations from a cent to a dollar. If users place the maximum bet, users can win up to $37,500, whilst the Free Spin x3 multiplier allows users to increase winnings to $112,500.
The mobile version of the game will also feature rich graphics, made possible by Microgaming’s GameWire v2.0 software. In keeping with Tomb Raider’s adventure theme, the mobile user will be immersed in a detailed interface featuring Lara Croft herself.
“Tomb Raider, and its heroine Lara Croft are iconic gaming brands and Spin3 is proud to be launching Tomb Raider Video Slot into the mobile market,” said Matti Zinder, CEO of Spin3. “Consumers will now be able to experience and enjoy this hugely popular game in a new and exciting way while on the move.”
“The original Tomb Raider video slot proved to be a huge hit with consumers when we launched it in October 2004”, said Roger Raatgever, CEO, Microgaming. “We are delighted to have secured these exclusive rights and are excited to be working with Spin3 to launch Tomb Raider to a wider mobile audience, and build on the success of the game.”
Microgaming’s GameWire v2.0 software is the most advanced mobile casino available in the world today. The GameWire offering features seven classic games including: Roulette, BlackJack, Video Poker, Double Magic Slot, Scratch Card, Treasure Nile and the newly release Lara Croft Tomb Raider Video Slot.
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Tomb Raider and Lara Croft are trademarks of Core Design Ltd. Eidos and the Eidos logo are trademarks of the Eidos Group of companies. All rights reserved.
About Eidos Interactive Ltd
Eidos Interactive Ltd is part of SCi Entertainment Group Plc (SEG) one of the world's leading publishers and developers of entertainment software. Following the acquisition of EIDOS Plc in May 2005, the Group has a valuable combined portfolio of intellectual property including: Tomb Raider: Legend, Conflict: Global Storm, Hitman: Blood Money, Championship Manager, Just Cause, Battlestations: Midway, Urban Chaos: Riot Response and the interactive rights to Reservoir Dogs and Highlander.
About Spin3 (spin3.com)
Spin3, a division of Spiral Solutions Ltd., has partnered with Microgaming, the world's leading developer of online gaming solutions, to provide turnkey solutions for the mobile gaming arena. The complete offering includes dynamic wireless real and play-for-fun casino systems, flash casino, marketing services and innovative technologies that push the interactive gaming industry to new frontiers.
About Microgaming (microgaming.com)
Since the company developed the first true online casino software over a decade ago, it has led the industry in providing innovative, reliable gaming solutions. Thanks to an unrivalled R&D programme, that averages 60 games per year and a unique 'partnership' approach to working with operators; Microgaming powers 120 of the world's most profitable casino sites, delivering over 300 games. The Microgaming Progressive Jackpot Network is the world's largest progressive and has paid out a record $225m plus in the last four years.
Microgaming software also powers the world's leading poker network. With over 40 card rooms and one of the most aggressive tournament schedules on the web, the Microgaming Poker Network ensures players will always find an active table, as well as the hottest action.
As a founding member of eCOGRA, Microgaming is at the forefront of an initiative focused on setting the highest standards in the gaming industry, most notably in the areas of fair gaming, responsible operator conduct and player protection.
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