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Success Factor: Innovative Games

Innovative games, first-class ambience, excellent service and highly trained staff: these have always been the success factors of MERKUR CASINO.

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Success Factor: Innovative Games
Lee Lee

While the industry is in a state of constant flux, our achievement remains steady.

For half a century, players have been drawn to MERKUR Arcades. This lasting appeal is built upon four primary pillars of success:
This is due, among other things, to the four success factors:

  • innovative games
  • first-class ambience
  • excellent service, and
  • highly trained staff.

Below, we dive deep into how 'Innovative Games' have shaped our journey.

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Back in 1976, Paul Gauselmann introduced the MERKUR B, a machine that set the tone for the next fifty years of MERKUR CASINO: a culture of innovation and a willingness to challenge the status quo. Its mechanics broke away from everything players were used to at the time. But what exactly made the MERKUR B so groundbreaking?
But what was innovative about the MERKUR B?

It featured three vertical reels and six success fields that formed a visual 'cone,' creating six distinct paylines. Additionally, the 100 series became an instant hit because it offered the thrill of landing 100 special games right from the very first spin—a truly revolutionary feature for that era.

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A pivotal moment: The 2006 Gaming Regulation overhaul

2006 marked a transformative era for the slot machine industry. Even before this, the introduction of Technical Guideline 3 had begun to shift machine design. However, 2006 saw a total metamorphosis; the old wall-mounted units with single reels or discs vanished, replaced by modern cabinets featuring multiple screens and a diverse library of selectable games.variety of cabinet designs dominated, featuring multiple screens and, above all, multiple selectable games.

Initially, the software developed by MERKUR's subsidiary, adp MERKUR GmbH, offered a modest selection of four to six titles per machine. That number grew rapidly over time, and today, players can enjoy a massive portfolio of over 300 games—a landmark achievement in the world of slots.more than 300 games – a truly innovative milestone in the slot machine world.

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1/2 The Risk Ladder: One of the most beloved mechanics in the MERKUR catalog (pictured here as the Risk Ladder Plus).The Risk Ladder: one of the most popular game mechanics in MERKUR games (shown here as the Risk Ladder Plus).

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2/2 We've introduced a wide array of scatter symbols, such as the 'Willow' symbol seen here from the game Westward.There is a wide variety of scatter symbols. Here you can see “Willow” from the game Westward.

It isn't just the quantity of games or the hardware design that has evolved; we've consistently refined the actual gameplay mechanics to better align with what our guests enjoy most. game mechanics have also been continuously developed in innovative ways and adapted to the preferences of the guests.

The 'Risk Ladder' was a perfect example of capturing the spirit of the times. We also integrated special elements like Scatters and Wilds to add depth and excitement to the gaming experience. Risk Ladder , for instance, was an invention that perfectly captured the spirit of the time; special symbols such as Scatters and Wilds were also introduced to ensure that play was always taken to the next level.

Then came the introduction of 'Tower Games,' where players build virtual towers. In these games, winnings accumulate and are stored in cashpots, with the ultimate goal of reaching the very top. Tower Games . In these, successes accumulate on towers and are collected in so-called cashpots. Your goal is to climb to the top of the towers.

One of the newest additions to the market is the 'Power Spins' feature. This gives players a choice: take a guaranteed win (at least four times the stake) or gamble it for a chance at Power Spins, which are played across four different reel sets. Power Spins . Here you can decide whether to take your win, which amounts to at least four times your stake, or invest it in Power Spins. The Power Spins are then played across four different reel sets.

As you can see, MERKUR ensures that the gaming experience never becomes stagnant!

Despite all these advancements, one classic feature has remained a fan favorite through the years: free spins continue to be one of the most loved innovations in gaming.

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1/2 A timeless classic: 'Alles Spitze' has remained a staple of the MERKUR collection for years.A classic: Alles Spitze has been a popular MERKUR game for many years.

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2/2 Fan favorites, including 'Jokers Cap,' have now been updated with the exciting Power Spins version.Popular games such as Jokers Cap are now also available in the Power Spins version.

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