Barcrest Games Overview
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Founded | 1968 |
Headquarters | Ashton-under-Lyne, England |
Number of Games | 100+ |
Types of Games | Slot Games |
Parent Company | Scientific Games (Light and Wonder) |
Founded in 1968 in England, Barcrest Games swiftly became a dominant force in the UK slot and skill gaming scene. By the 1970s and 1990s, their slot machines were a staple in British pubs and real money casinos, making them recognizable all across the country.
They were among the first to integrate breakout bonuses and board game-style rounds, adding an element of skill to many of their titles. They also jumped into the online gaming sphere early on to offer variety and accessibility to players worldwide following an acquisition by IGT.
Barcrest is synonymous with iconic slots like the Rainbow Riches slot, Monty’s Millions, and Ooh Aah Dracula. These games, initially popular in live settings, have successfully transitioned online, making gameplay streamlined and customizable across various online casinos.
Later on, in 2011, they would be acquired again by Scientific Games (Light & Wonder), which would lead them to create modern titles using HTML5 which were cutting edge both visually and in terms of features. Speaking of features, you can find these in-game bonuses in their slots:
- Sticky Wilds;
- Symbol Transform;
- Giant Symbols;
- Progressive Jackpots;
- Wild Multipliers;
- Free Spins.
These features can be found in The Legend Of Big Foot game, which comes in a 5x3 grid with an RTP between 94% to 98%, 20 paylines, up to 8 free spins, and up to 7 random wilds during the free spins bonus round.
Although not much is known about what the company is currently up to, as a part of the Light and Wonder umbrella, they should be creating games that are enjoyed globally thanks to all the licenses and certifications that their parent company has acquired.