Original Release: Playtika, Android/iOS, 2012 Probably the most popular “just-for-fun” bingo game going for over 10 years now, Bingo Blitz has had an astounding run despite being rather basic and dry Bingo Blitz (Android, Playtika, 2012) Where to Buy: Free-to-play via the Android or iOS app stores If you’re not familiar with Bingo Blitz, you…
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ALIEN (Slot Machine)
Original Release: IGT, 2014 (?) The themed Alien slot was a big hit in casinos for its attention to detail, atmosphere and fun bonus rounds Alien (IGT, 2014) Where to Buy: eBay Alien is one of those rare slots worth giving at least one spin just for its design and visuals, at least if you’re…
PUNK SHOT
Original Release: Konami, 1990, Arcade Konami’s knockoff of Arch Rivals didn’t gain anywhere near the same amount of traction, thanks mostly to limited options and being pricey to play Punk Shot (Arcade, Konami, 1990) Where to Buy: eBay How to Emulate: Arcade Emulation Guide Konami hit it big with Double Dribble in the early days…
ARCANE RUSH
Original Release: Gear Games, 2024, Android/iOSOther Releases: PC (2024) A fairly unsubtle Hearthstone knockoff that came out in late 2024, Arcane Rush nevertheless offers up some fairly fun casual card battler gameplay and (at least for now) the opportunity to make some money while trying it out Arcane Rush (Android, Gear Games, 2024) Where to…
WOLF RUN
Original Release: IGT, 2002 (? – definitely pre-2010)Other Releases: PC/Mac (part of IGT Slots Collection), 2010 A slot that’s probably considered “vintage” now from the early video era, but remains a presence on casino floors due to relatively low volatility and low-roller generosity Wolf Run (IGT, 2002) One of IGT’s bigger hits from the 00s…
WINNER’S SHOT
Original Release: Konami, 2013 (?) Another oats and horseys slot from Konami, this one implements the feature where vertical rows with three winning symbols can potentially copy themselves to other rows to quickly create a big win Winner’s Shot (Konami, 2013) Another early ’10s-era Old West themed slot from Konami? Yep, but this one adds…
CAVEMAN UGH-LYMPICS
Original Release: Electronic Arts, 1988, Commodore 64Other Releases: PC (1989), NES (1990) So you thought the first Olympics was in ancient Greece? No, it was founded by ancient Grunk … dinosaur riding, wife tossing, fire making and more are all on the schedule. Caveman Ugh-lympics (PC, EA, 1989) Where to Buy: eBay How to Emulate:…
WADE HIXTON’S COUNTER PUNCH
Original Release: Zoo Publishing, 2004, Gameboy AdvanceOther Releases: digiBLAST (2005) An obscure Punch-Out knockoff with nice art and a few interesting ideas, but also some major gameplay limitations Wade Hixton’s Counter Punch (GBA, Zoo Publishing, 2004) Where to Buy: eBayHow to Emulate: coming soon! While Wade Hixton looks at first glance like a Newgrounds title…
HOT SHOT PROGRESSIVE
Original Release: Bally, mid-2000s? Among the early progressive jackpot titles that developed a popular and long-term following, this title also helped to popularize the “blazing 7s” concept Hot Shot Progressive (Bally, mid-2000s) So digging around for release information for pre-2020s slots on the internet is always dicey and difficult, but as best I can tell…
QUICK HIT PLATINUM PLUS
Original Release: Bally, 2016(?) This variant of the classic Quick Hit Platinum adds the bonus feature of a roof-mounted wheel spin Quick Hit Platinum + (Bally, 2016?) A variant of Quick Hit Platinum that makes the bonus feature a wheel spin mounted on top of the cabinet instead of the top-mounted second video screen or…