Aristocrat Gaming is expanding player engagement while adding excitement to Class II gaming with the all-new Frenzy Jackpot Mini Games.
More specifically, the new feature was created for Class II gaming floors with higher frequency jackpots, spanning across many Aristocrat Gaming games, a site-wide progressive jackpot that connects across multiple titles from Video Gaming Technologies (VGT) by Aristocrat Gaming, creating a more exciting and visible prize opportunity.
The introduction of the new Frenzy Jackpot Mini Games feature on legacy stepper games, including Mr. Money Bags, Hot Red Ruby and Lucky Ducky, allows players to participate in Frenzy Jackpots alongside the bingo games they have always enjoyed playing.
“Our strategy with Frenzy Jackpots Mini Games was to enhance the Class II experience while keeping the core mechanics that players love about the games,” said Mike Smith, Vice President of New Markets for Aristocrat Gaming. “By linking progressives across multiple games, we provide a highly marketable prize structure, improved player engagement, and a fresh way to bring additional exhilaration to Class II gaming.”
For VGT players, the base game remains unchanged, so they continue to enjoy the high-payback, high-volatility gameplay they like about the games, Smith said.
For players looking for additional features, Mini Games gives them an option for additional prizes while having a chance to win Frenzy Jackpots on player favorite titles.
The benefits for casinos are marketing opportunities, driving floor-wide engagement and streamlining progressive management. Bigger prize pools generate more excitement across the floor. A linked progressive gives casinos a highly marketable jackpot feature, which can be promoted across multiple machines.
Smith added that traditional progressives require separate meters per machine, but Frenzy Jackpots centralize jackpot contributions, simplifying operations.
The Frenzy Jackpots Mini Games make the product more competitive in the market, attracting a broader player base.
The challenge on the regulatory side was ensuring full compliance while introducing modern progressive mechanics into Class II gaming while also innovating in a way that boosts players experiences while benefitting casino operations. Frenzy Jackpots Mini Games are structured as bingo-based wagers to ensure compliance with federal and state Class II gaming laws. The underlying mechanics remain true to Class II bingo rules, ensuring that these features do not change the fundamental game model.
“By leveraging our deep expertise in Class II gaming and securing intellectual property to support innovation, we successfully delivered a cutting-edge feature that enhances player engagement while staying fully compliant,” he said.
Smith said casino operators are excited about the new jackpot marketing potential and how Frenzy Jackpots expands engagement across multiple machines. It’s a seamless upgrade that integrates into existing LS+ cabinets without requiring additional infrastructure.
“There is a clear demand for modernized Class II experiences, and Frenzy Jackpots Mini Games are a step forward in that evolution,” he said. “Players are looking for more interactive features while still wanting to retain the high-payback, bingo-based gameplay they trust.
Initial interest indicates strong potential for engagement among players, and Smith said they look forward to seeing how players interact with these new features.
“As we expand Frenzy Jackpots Mini Games across more titles, Aristocrat remains focused on finding new ways to add entertainment and engagement while preserving what makes Class II unique,” he said.
