PearFiction has shown that it can make this transition. Its real-money video slots bring together detailed visuals, animation, storytelling and humour across an online catalogue.
A portrait-first design approach, confident art direction and mathematical expertise helped PearFiction Studios attract attention in the industry. The studio later partnered with the Microgaming Network of GameDev Studios, giving online casino players another software provider to explore.
Games
PearFiction’s social casino games attracted more than 5 million players in the USA. Its PowerUp Slots title was one of the most popular, reaching number 5 in the US iTunes casino category.
The studio’s expansion into iGaming has brought a wider range of online video slot games, with 13 titles in total. 4 are licensed video slots offered at many online casinos, while the remaining 9 are custom social casino video slots.
Licensed Real-Money Video Slot Titles
These games are listed at online casinos licensed by the Malta Gaming Authority (MGA) and the UK Gambling Commission (UKGC). Depending on the casino, a title may be listed under the software provider as either a Microgaming slot or a PearFiction Studios game. All titles support desktop, HTML5, iOS and Android devices.
Chicago Gold is described as coming soon. This 5x5 high-volatility slot has 27 paylines and a stated RTP of 96.2%, set in 1920s Chicago’s gangland. Features include respins, several ‘Collect’ options such as ‘Multiplier Collect’, and a Big Boss Jackpot.
The Smashing Biscuit is a Microgaming-exclusive slot themed around a popular punk rock band and its 3 ‘Biscuit brothers’. It has a 5x3 layout, medium volatility and 20 paylines, with a 96.08% RTP. Its free spins feature is the ‘Dad Bonus’, which includes ‘Win Multipliers’.
Outer Space Invader depicts an alien invasion across 5x3 reels and 25 paylines. The slot’s RTP is 96.01%, and features include the Radar Shootout Bonus Game and Rachel’s Revenge Free Spins Game. The game is described as having medium volatility.
Gustavo El Luchador draws on Mexican Lucha Libre, with 5x3 reels and 20 paylines. Players follow Gustavo, a fighter seeking the coveted ‘Golden Belt’. Bonus gameplay includes the ‘Las Mascaras Street Vendor’ and the ‘Rumble in the Ring Challenge’ free spins game. Its listed RTP is 96.01%, and gameplay is rated Medium-High.
Online Social Casino Games
The titles below are associated with VGW social casinos, including Chumba Casino. Casino Ideal’s source describes Chumba as available exclusively at Casumo Casino and operating on a sweepstakes model, allowing players in the US and Canada to redeem ‘Sweeps Coins’ for cash prizes. It also states that Goblins Go Wild is exclusive to Casumo Casino, which is licensed by the MGA and UKGC.
- Goblins Go Wild
- Hansel & Gretel’s Fortune
- Crazy Bunny Spin
- Samureel
- Pug Royal
- Fish & Chips Fortunes
- Vikings Odyssey
- Reelberry Blast
- Monsoon Dragons
Conclusion
Trying a few PearFiction slots can give players an idea of the studio’s style and mechanics. Developers such as Leander Games and Microgaming have pursued partnerships with the studio. Casino Ideal also highlights the titles’ 3D cartoon-style graphics, Disney-quality animation, features and medium-to-high volatility. The reported RTPs across its slots are above 96%.
