Bernd Baumert pondered on enhancing the game's appeal for the player.

Chat with Bernd Baumert, Director of Games Production and Operations at Greentube:

In an exclusive interview, Bernd spills the beans on the inspiration behind their latest hit, Piggy Prizes Wand of Riches 2. This enchanting sequel, overflowing with magic, builds upon the success of its predecessor, adding fresh mechanics like magic rewinds and super free games to keep players captivated.

Intrigued, we ask Bernd about the elements he wanted to preserve from the original game and the inspiration behind the new mechanics.

"Piggy Prize - Wand of Riches was a massive hit, so we honed in on key aspects like our lovable magician, the Piggies, and the core mechanics, such as the Magic Rewind," Bernd reveals. "To make things even more enticing for the player, we enhanced the Free Games and offered a chance to upgrade winning combinations on the reels."

The alluring magician and super magician symbols are the keys to unlocking jackpots and triggering features. Bernd walks us through the thought process behind these symbols and how they ignite player excitement.

"With the success of the first game, it was clear we wanted to keep the main character but jazz it up a bit. So, we came up with the idea to add a Super Magician in a sparkling golden suit to ramp up the excitement, enticing players with two powerful symbols on their magical adventure."

One of the most exciting features is the magic rewind, which can shift reels to ensure key symbols land. Bernd divulges the challenges faced when striking the balance between maintaining excitement and ensuring fair play.

"The magic rewind is arguably the best example of how you can generate anticipation in a game. After playing for a while, the player will realize the Magic Rewind can activate anytime one of the Magician lands in the center reel, turning a losing spin into an exhilarating victory for the player."

With the excitement of jackpots and bonus rounds being a staple of the Piggy Prizes series, we inquire about the ways Piggy Prizes Wand of Riches 2 ups the ante with its jackpot system and the player experience aimed for.

"What sets Piggy Prizes apart compared to other games is its straightforward approach to winning jackpots. You don't need a full screen to win the Grand Jackpot, for example, just one Magician and one Grand Symbol is enough. But who knows, perhaps the Grand Jackpot might just materialize magically, thanks to a well-timed Magic Rewind!"

Situated in a classic fantasy world, how does the team behind the franchise approach innovation while maintaining the familiarity fans crave?

"The secret to growing a successful franchise like Piggy Prizes is to pinpoint the winning elements of the games that draw players in initially, then enhance the player experience with innovative mechanics or extra features that not only captivate players but also complement the overall series."

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Enrichment Insights:- The game comprises 15 individual reels and 40 win lines, expanding the gameplay complexity.- It includes two modifiers and a Free Games feature, modernizing the gameplay while sticking to the series' focus on frequent bonus triggers.- Cross-franchise appeal is achieved by positioning it alongside other titles in the "piggy bank" series, offering thematic consistency while introducing mechanical variations.- The title effectively balances innovation and familiarity by expanding reel mechanics, maintaining jackpot structures, and preserving thematic consistency.

Bernd Baumert, Director of Games Production and Operations at Greentube, discusses the new mechanics in Piggy Prizes Wand of Riches 2, stating that they added magic rewinds and super free games to maintain player captivation.
Explaining the latest sequel's key elements, Bernd mentions that they preserved the lovable magician and the core mechanics such as the Magic Rewind from the original game, while enhancing the Free Games and offering an opportunity to upgrade winning combinations on the reels.
In the interview, Bernd gives insights into the inspiration behind the new main character, the Super Magician, explaining that they wanted to instill even more excitement by adding a sparkling golden suit to the original magician.
Bernd goes on to discuss the challenges faced while balancing excitement and fair play in the game, highlighting the Magic Rewind feature as a way to generate anticipation by ensuring key symbols land on the reels.