TENTPOLE GAMES PLAYSON - SOLAR QUEEN
that can also be used as a gateway to the brand’s overall product portfolio.
How quickly did Solar Queen impact the market?
Solar Queen took virtually no time to have a lasting impact on the market, from day one the game was a huge hit. I still remember the day of the launch, we were analysing live figures of plays and could not believe how strong the figures were, they went through the roof!
We were very happy to see a lot of player traction from the very beginning, reporting strong acquisition numbers. Crucially, retention rates haven’t diminished as time has passed – keeping Solar Queen as one of the best products in our portfolio.
Were you taken aback by the popularity of the game? Did you have an inkling during development that it could be a hit?
We knew it was a good game, but its long- term success has definitely been a surprise. As we put so much effort into this particular game, we were slightly anxious when it hit the market, wondering whether there were any further improvements we could’ve made to the gameplay. Deep down though, we had a strong belief that this game would be the next big thing.
There are two main magnets of the artwork that make Solar Queen stand out from other
Egyptian-themed games, this is the Queen character and the Sun symbol. Both of these were executed exceptionally, enhancing a title that was filled with eye-catching graphics and pleasing sound effects.
We focused on the idea of creating a game that was in the best possible shape. Tat’s why it took us longer to develop the game, compared to our usual timeline. Tankfully, the math and artwork were spot on, and the rest goes down in Playson history.
What were the key elements in creating a unique yet recognisable Egyptian theme for Solar Queen?
Tere are two main magnets of the artwork that make Solar Queen stand out from other Egyptian-themed games, this is the Queen character and the Sun symbol. Both of these were executed exceptionally, enhancing a title that was already filled with eye-catching graphics and pleasing sound effects.
We’re fortunate to have a very talented art team that were able to create a memorable, charismatic Queen character that is capable of captivating players, but simultaneously allow the title to differentiate itself in a market that is overcrowded with slots based in Egypt.
Te Sun symbol is tightly associated with a core mechanic; the 10 spin cycles. An important symbol since it allows players to land very big wins, when burning frames transform into Wilds.
What differentiates Solar Queen from the countless other Egyptian themed titles in the market? What made it stand out from the incredibly packed crowd of Egyptian games?
It’s all about the strong Queen character and exciting Sun symbol that dishes out Wild symbols at the end of 10-spin cycles. Tese two elements ensure Solar Queen can differentiate itself from other games, as you don’t find this combination in rival titles.
Additionally, the title has a delightful blend of audio-visuals that have been implemented efficiently. With the Egyptian-theme so popular, having attractive art or features is not enough, you must enthral visitors with an immersive experience that can grab and hold their attention.
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