GAME DESIGN: ONLINE SLOTS BLUEPRINT GAMING
Jo, what games in the Blueprint library would you characterise as ‘comedy slots,’ and what features mark them out as such?
Blueprint Gaming enjoys an established reputation for developing many of the industry’s best comedy slots. We’ve brought famous comedy franchises such as the Carry On series, ted and Sausage Party into our games offering, all of which have resonated with players as they value the entertainment that these brands offer through their characters and narrative.
Tese light-hearted games are designed to make players laugh and form an important component of our diverse content portfolio. Te games themselves go through the same development process and attention to detail that you would expect from any Blueprint title, with strong mechanics and features a must, but often there is more emphasis on the narrative when it comes to a comedy-style slot.
What is it about comedy themes that fit in well with slot design?
Players want to be entertained when they play slots. For many, that escapism is what draws them in, similar to how they consume television shows and movies. Comedy is an integral part of entertainment and its use within slots is hugely welcomed by a large audience. Above all else, players want a variety of options when deciding their next gaming experience. Games with more serious themes clearly have their place in today’s marketplace, but so do comedy slots. In fact, these amusing titles are more likely to pique the interest of newcomers.
How do you use comedy to build momentum during gameplay?
Te majority of comedy slots produced by Blueprint have been inspired by famous film and TV show franchises, so the existing characters and storylines are perfect for establishing the game’s narrative. We can lean on famous catchphrases and funny scenes, building the core gameplay around that. For instance in ted, the crude bear is up to his old tricks and often comes out with inappropriate yet funny lines that fans of the original film instantly recognise.
Let’s say the player is not having much luck. Surely the joke wears thin at some point? How do you find the balance between entertaining and not alienating players?
Te balance is all about finding a fun theme and combining it with a solid gameplay. Ultimately, it’s the mechanics and features that keep players immersed and coming back for more. A developer could create a funny narrative with outstanding graphics and sounds supporting it, but players will soon lose interest after a few spins if the gameplay is inferior.
Our branded title ted epitomises the approach that’s required to deliver a quality comedy slot. Te main character is always present during the gameplay, but his funny interactions are limited
Jo Purvis Director of Key Accounts and Marketing UK, Blueprint Gaming.
“The majority of comedy slots produced by Blueprint have been inspired by famous film and TV show franchises, so the existing characters and storylines are perfect for establishing the game’s narrative. We can lean on famous catchphrases and
funny scenes, building the core gameplay around that.”
so his jokes and phrases don’t become too repetitive. Above all else, the game is packed with various bonuses and modifiers that players absolutely love, while the Megaways™ version took the overall experience in a new direction.
Are there any other funny slots that you would like to highlight and tell us about?
Our latest release Chilli Picante Megaways has a colourful and vibrant gameplay, which also contains some funny moments. It’s a Mexican- themed game with the narrative heavily influenced by popular elements of the country’s culture. In Free Spins, a cheeky-looking Mariachi band member in view collects the value of the chilli that lands on the reel, while also relieving himself of trapped wind to grant the potential for extra Free Spins! It’s subtle animations like this that add further enjoyment to what is already a hugely fun and colourful gaming experience.
Do you think that you will develop more comedy slots in the future?
Given our proud heritage for developing comedy style slots, you can be certain that more of these games will be developed and distributed by Blueprint Gaming in the future. Operators and players demand this type of content, understanding its purpose in providing escapism and delivering much enjoyment. Te key for us is making sure our overall games offering is diverse enough to match the expectations of all players. As a result, we have a variety of game themes within our portfolio.
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