Hits that have become the industry standard
1) What "industry standard" means
A slot is considered an industry standard if it:
Such games are not just popular, they have created rules by which the industry is still developing.
2) The main features of "slots-standards"
Simple and clear mechanics - easy entry for beginners.
Iconic themes - recognizable subjects (ancient Egypt, space, fruits).
Visual uniqueness is a style that dozens of studios have copied.
Long-term retention - in demand for years, not months.
Legacy - launching entire series or genres.
3) Hits that have become industry standards
Book of Ra (Novomatic)
Legendary slot of the "book" genre.
Laid down the mechanics of the expanding symbol in the bonus.
It still inspires dozens of clones (Book of Dead, Legacy of Egypt, etc.).
Book of Dead (Play’n GO)
Direct heir to Book of Ra, but online.
Has become the benchmark for a new wave of providers.
One of the most popular slots in the world.
Starburst (NetEnt)
Defined a standard for "simple" slots.
Minimalism, expanding Wild, fast pace.
Often used as the number one slot for beginners.
Gonzo’s Quest (NetEnt)
The first mass slot with cascade mechanics (Avalanche).
Created the genre of cascade games and is still in demand.
Inspired new episodes (Gonzo's Quest Megaways).
Mega Moolah (Microgaming)
Progressive jackpot benchmark.
Entered the Guinness Book of Records for the amount of winnings.
Set a trend for network progressives.
Cleopatra (IGT)
Classic offline slots that went online.
Inspired dozens of "Egyptian" games.
It is still in demand in casinos in the USA and Europe.
Age of the Gods (Playtech)
The first successful jackpot series from Playtech.
Formed the standard of the "line of games with a total jackpot."
Still at the top in British casinos.
Bonanza Megaways (Big Time Gaming)
A game that brought popularity to Megaways mechanics.
Created a whole genre, later licensed by dozens of studios.
It became the starting point for "dynamic lines."
Gates of Olympus (Pragmatic Play)
Symbol of a new era of streamer hits.
Combined cascades + global multiplier.
Leader in virality in social networks.
Sweet Bonanza (Pragmatic Play)
Made cluster wins massive.
A simple "candy" theme ideal for mobile players.
Turned into a meme and standard for games with clusters.
4) Impact on the industry
Book of Ra/Dead → spawned the "book genre."
Starburst → have made minimalism and frequent winnings standard for beginners.
Gonzo's Quest → ushered in the era of cascades.
Bonanza Megaways → has set a new dynamic line format.
Mega Moolah → has proven the potential of progressive jackpots.
Gates of Olympus/Sweet Bonanza → shaped the trends of the era of casino streamers.
5) How to design a page in the "Most popular slots at the moment" section
Structure:
Example table:
6) The bottom line
"Hits-standards" not only entered the TOP of popular slots - they changed the rules of the game. From "book" mechanics and cascades to progressive jackpots and Megaways, it is these projects that have become the foundation on which the modern industry is built. Today, their legacy is visible in each new release, and they themselves continue to occupy a leading position in the section "Most popular slots at the moment."
A slot is considered an industry standard if it:
- Influenced the development of the genre and was repeatedly copied by competitors.
- He stayed in the TOP casinos for a long time and is still in demand.
- Introduced the mechanics or visual style that has become familiar to players.
- Associated with the provider brand and strengthened its reputation.
Such games are not just popular, they have created rules by which the industry is still developing.
2) The main features of "slots-standards"
Simple and clear mechanics - easy entry for beginners.
Iconic themes - recognizable subjects (ancient Egypt, space, fruits).
Visual uniqueness is a style that dozens of studios have copied.
Long-term retention - in demand for years, not months.
Legacy - launching entire series or genres.
3) Hits that have become industry standards
Book of Ra (Novomatic)
Legendary slot of the "book" genre.
Laid down the mechanics of the expanding symbol in the bonus.
It still inspires dozens of clones (Book of Dead, Legacy of Egypt, etc.).
Book of Dead (Play’n GO)
Direct heir to Book of Ra, but online.
Has become the benchmark for a new wave of providers.
One of the most popular slots in the world.
Starburst (NetEnt)
Defined a standard for "simple" slots.
Minimalism, expanding Wild, fast pace.
Often used as the number one slot for beginners.
Gonzo’s Quest (NetEnt)
The first mass slot with cascade mechanics (Avalanche).
Created the genre of cascade games and is still in demand.
Inspired new episodes (Gonzo's Quest Megaways).
Mega Moolah (Microgaming)
Progressive jackpot benchmark.
Entered the Guinness Book of Records for the amount of winnings.
Set a trend for network progressives.
Cleopatra (IGT)
Classic offline slots that went online.
Inspired dozens of "Egyptian" games.
It is still in demand in casinos in the USA and Europe.
Age of the Gods (Playtech)
The first successful jackpot series from Playtech.
Formed the standard of the "line of games with a total jackpot."
Still at the top in British casinos.
Bonanza Megaways (Big Time Gaming)
A game that brought popularity to Megaways mechanics.
Created a whole genre, later licensed by dozens of studios.
It became the starting point for "dynamic lines."
Gates of Olympus (Pragmatic Play)
Symbol of a new era of streamer hits.
Combined cascades + global multiplier.
Leader in virality in social networks.
Sweet Bonanza (Pragmatic Play)
Made cluster wins massive.
A simple "candy" theme ideal for mobile players.
Turned into a meme and standard for games with clusters.
4) Impact on the industry
Book of Ra/Dead → spawned the "book genre."
Starburst → have made minimalism and frequent winnings standard for beginners.
Gonzo's Quest → ushered in the era of cascades.
Bonanza Megaways → has set a new dynamic line format.
Mega Moolah → has proven the potential of progressive jackpots.
Gates of Olympus/Sweet Bonanza → shaped the trends of the era of casino streamers.
5) How to design a page in the "Most popular slots at the moment" section
Structure:
- 1. Entry is the definition of what "industry standard" means.
- 2. TOP list of games with cards (description + provider + influence).
- 3. Table: * Game - Provider - Mechanics/Ficha - Industry Impact *.
- 4. Subsection: "How these slots changed the market."
- 5. Subsection: "Modern Heirs to Standards."
Example table:
| Game | Provider | Mechanics/Feature | Impact |
|---|---|---|---|
| Book of Ra | Novomatic | Book Mechanics | Created a whole genre |
| Starburst | NetEnt | Simple Lines, Expanding Wild | Beginner Standard |
| Gonzo's Quest | NetEnt | Cascades (Avalanche) | Cascade Games Benchmark |
| Mega Moolah | Microgaming | Progressive Jackpot | Record Wins |
| Bonanza Megaways | BTG | Megaways (dynamic lines) | A new era of mechanics |
6) The bottom line
"Hits-standards" not only entered the TOP of popular slots - they changed the rules of the game. From "book" mechanics and cascades to progressive jackpots and Megaways, it is these projects that have become the foundation on which the modern industry is built. Today, their legacy is visible in each new release, and they themselves continue to occupy a leading position in the section "Most popular slots at the moment."
