Thunderkick Partners with LeoVegas and PokerStars for Ontario Launch

Thunderkick’s slot content has made its debut in Ontario, thanks to new partnerships with industry leaders LeoVegas and PokerStars. This launch is a significant milestone in Thunderkick’s strategic growth, marking its first entry into the Ontario market.

Recognizing the importance of Ontario in the company’s evolution, Thunderkick has rolled out a selection of its popular slot games on the online casino platforms of both LeoVegas and PokerStars. 

Svante Sahlström, Chief Commercial Officer at Thunderkick, emphasized the significance of this move, stating, “Ontario is one of the most significant strategic moves for us this year, and I think we’ll look back on it as an important marker in the company’s development.”

Sahlström further highlighted the value of partnering with such well-known brands, adding, “Partnering with two prominent brands in PokerStars and LeoVegas highlights our drive to deliver on our long-term strategic goals in the continent as we continue to work towards providing the ultimate player experience.”

Expanding Reach in North America

In addition to Ontario, Thunderkick has identified key markets such as Italy, Portugal, and Sweden for its expansion efforts. These new partnerships will enhance the visibility of Thunderkick’s slot content across North America, providing a broader audience with access to their games.

Through this deal, PokerStars and LeoVegas players will now have the opportunity to enjoy Thunderkick’s slots, including popular titles like 2 Bolts of Thunder, Xterminate, Midas Golden Touch 2, Beat the Beast: Dragon’s Wrath, and Midas Golden Touch Reborn. These games will become available within a month of the announcement, bringing fresh excitement to the platforms’ offerings.

Strategic Expansion Goals

Sahlström expressed optimism about the potential for growth in the North American market, stating, “The market entry is the latest step in Thunderkick’s progressive worldwide expansion goals, proving that independent slots studios can operate on a global scale and develop a player base across continents by prioritising high-quality games.”

He also noted the untapped potential in North America, saying, “There is a huge amount of unlocked potential in North America, and as more Canadian provinces and US states become regulated, there is a fantastic opportunity for Thunderkick to expand further.”

The partnership with LeoVegas and PokerStars represents not just an expansion in market reach but also a strategic alignment with top-tier brands in the online gaming industry. This move underscores Thunderkick’s commitment to delivering a superior player experience and its ambition to be a major player in the global market.

By ing forces with well-established platforms like LeoVegas and PokerStars, Thunderkick is set to make a significant impact in the Ontario gaming landscape, offering players a diverse and engaging range of slot games. This launch is poised to strengthen Thunderkick’s presence in North America and pave the way for future growth in regulated markets across the continent.

Source:

“Thunderkick launches in Ontario with industry heavyweights PokerStars and LeoVegas”, iGaming Business, June 18, 2024.