Jamie: What was the creative idea behind Fury of Anubis, and what did the team do to give it its own identity rather than making it feel like another traditional Egyptian-themed slot?
Anastasios: Fury of Anubis takes players on a journey deep into the ancient Egyptian afterlife, where Anubis himself oversees the action, complete with jackal-head mask and royally ripped human physique.
It’s a rich theme that is so open to interpretation, and here the team has leaned into the darker side of its mythology, embracing a gritty, mystical – and muscular – visual identity. The creative presentation of the gamble feature is also a nod to Anubis’s role as the guardian of the scales and the concept of balancing risk and reward, showing a heart being weighed against the feather of Ma’at.
Of course, it does feature some familiar elements shared by the more traditional of Egyptian slots, such as the hieroglyphics, ankh symbols, iconic scarab beetles, and the idea of unearthing ancient treasures.
But overall, Fury of Anubis takes a fresh look at this established theme, with incredible visuals and an engaging combination of favourite features.
Jamie: How closely is Fury of Anubis related to Gates of Olympus and Gates of Hades from a mechanical and mathematical perspective, and which popular elements from these games does it incorporate?
Anastasios: While it does follow in the footsteps of Gates of Olympus, sharing a similar scatter-pays and tumble-wins structure and all the epic thematic elements you’d expect from a mythology-themed slot from Pragmatic Play, Fury of Anubis has been created as a standalone title. Wins come by way of matching at least eight symbols anywhere on the 6×5 grid, while the tumble feature offers more chances to win on a single spin.
But instead of the random multipliers found in the likes of Gates of Olympus and Gates of Hades, an increasing tumble win multiplier feature is the golden thread that runs through the entire gameplay experience. Fury of Anubis also ups the ante in terms of player choice, introducing a free spins gamble feature offering the chance to boost bonus game wins.
Meanwhile, in certain markets, a selection of special bets and bonus buys offer new and different ways to unlock winning potential.
Jamie: Why did the team choose a progressive multiplier that doubles through consecutive tumbles, and what type of player experience was that mechanic designed to create?
Anastasios: During standard base and bonus games, each successive tumble sees the multiplier displayed above the 6×5 grid double, potentially reaching 1,024x before the end of a spin.
The fact that it’s incorporated throughout gameplay means players don’t need to unlock the bonus game before seeing the value increase – but when they do, even bigger win potential awaits as the free spins starting multiplier can begin at 8x, 16x, 32x or 64x depending on how many scatters triggered the feature.
It’s all about building anticipation and excitement, with every spin offering the potential to set off a chain reaction of rising rewards.
Jamie: How did the team balance the multiplier progression so that it feels capable of producing explosive moments without making the earlier stages feel insignificant?
Anastasios: It’s a question of balance and making sure the whole experience has something different to offer around every corner. Fury of Anubis is a medium volatility game which means, although each spin outcome is random, it does lean towards smaller, more frequent wins and the occasional explosive big win.
A nice touch is that the maximum multiplier of 1,024x is visible at the beginning of every spin on a multiplier reel above the grid, emphasising that it is always within reach.
The potential to land wins of up to 10,000x and the excitement of those increasing tumble win multipliers throughout – accompanied by captivating audiovisuals that build as the multiplier does, supporting that feeling of progression – means that every moment offers something engaging.
Jamie: Pragmatic Play has positioned Fury of Anubis as a ‘mega’ release. What separates this type of release from a regular game in terms of development time, production values, testing and marketing support?
Anastasios: Mega releases are games marked for special attention. They may be completely original titles or big brand extensions. Of course, the development time will differ for every new game depending on the level of complexity, number of features involved, and the range of creative assets required.
But creatively, developers approach every game with the same level of dedication and attention to detail. A mega release is one to take note of, for sure, but all games in Pragmatic Play’s portfolio are built to the same exceptionally high standards – and they serve a wide range of player preferences.
Jamie: Which specific elements of the Fury of Anubis do you believe justify its designation as a mega release?
Anastasios: Fury of Anubis truly exemplifies Pragmatic Play’s approach to creating games. It’s got stunning graphics, a strong central character, and popular intertwining features that together provide a rich and rewarding experience.
And let’s face it, who wants to be the person who denies Anubis his glory? The bonus game gamble feature isn’t new to iGaming, but the way it ties theme and gameplay together in Fury of Anubis highlights the care and attention that went into its design and development.
About Pragmatic Play
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With a portfolio spanning slots, live casino, virtual sports and more, Pragmatic Play consistently releases multiple new titles every month – each built to the sane high standard of quality and player engagement.
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