Scientific Games has unveiled what it lauds as a “major” contract extension with the California State Lottery, as the firm also outlines its new Tetris Extreme slot title to global igaming markets.
The three year extension in The Golden State sees the gaming and sports betting technology provider continue as the lottery’s primary provider of instant games and associated services until November 2022, with optional extensions remaining in place through to 2025.
Scientific Games has supplied the California Lottery with instant games since inception in 1985, helping grow instant game retail sales from $3.06bn annually in calendar year 2013 to $5.06bn in calendar year 2018.
Under the terms of the extension the company is to continue to provide “the number three instant game lottery in the world” with instant games and services, including product and player research, game design, game portfolio planning, integrated marketing programs and retailer account management.
“As the California Lottery’s profits grow responsibly, so does the collective impact our partnership has on public education in the state,” noted John Schulz, senior vice president of lottery instant products for Scientific Games.
“We value the trust the California Lottery has placed in Scientific Games, and we are proud to continue our focus on innovation and growth that ultimately benefits students in the state of California.”
Available via the open gaming system Tetris Extreme, compatible with the mega drop jackpots system, aims to re-imagine the globally recognisable video game via added win potential, increasing multipliers and the addition of a free falls bonus.
Dylan Slaney, SVP of casino at Scientific Games, said: “Tetris Extreme mega drop brings to life the beloved global video game brand as a high-quality slot game experience. We’re eager to make a splash with fans in igaming markets across the globe by combining that undeniable Tetris feel with our player-favorite mega drop mechanic.”
