ELA Games Celebrates SBC Europe Award Nominations for Pinatas Festival and Joker Winpot

The studio is recognized for its outstanding visual excellence with Pinatas Festival in the "Game Design & Art Direction" category, alongside a Game of the Year nomination for its hit release, Joker Winpot.

One of the most significant events in the iGaming calendar, the SBC Awards Europe recognize and reward the expertise and innovation of the industry's leading suppliers and operators. The 2026 awards will be held at the Xara Lodge in Malta, promising to be a spectacular occasion with the sector's top innovators. Earning these nominations supports ELA Games' mission to transform slot development for the European market through the uniquely immersive narratives and detailed artwork of its games.

One of the studio's most vibrant releases to date, Pinatas Festival, has been recognized in the Game Design & Art Direction category, showcasing its lively fiesta theme, wildly contrasting colored symbols, and explosive celebratory animations. Alongside it, Joker Winpot, nominated for the Casino Entertainment - Game of the Year category, has been a strong performer for the studio. The title brings an intricately designed Joker to the reels, captivating players with his mischievous, slightly eerie demeanor, a perfect blend of classic casino aesthetics, and the tension building action of the signature Winpot feature.

Marharyta Yerina, Managing Director at ELA Games, commented on the nominations: "We are very pleased to be recognized by the SBC Awards in two such competitive categories. I personally love both of these games because they both feel incredibly distinct and full of character, the bright colours of Pinatas Festival make it feel like it is jumping out of the screen, so I am especially happy to see them up for awards. To also have Joker Winpot nominated for Game of the Year is a fantastic validation of the amazing Winpot mechanic."

The winners will be announced at the official SBC Awards ceremony on the 30th of April, where attendees will gather to network and see the sector's most exciting new games on display.

About ELA Games

ELA Games is a slot provider in the iGaming industry, dedicated to creating a captivating experience for players through its premium slots. Since its formation in 2022, it has been working to establish a strong reputation in the sector through its games’ top-quality graphics, highly interactive nature, and innovative features. The provider's portfolio is fast-growing, and focuses on creating immersion through strong stories and narrative-led entertainment, alongside a wide range of other engaging titles.

About the SBC Awards Europe

The SBC Awards recognize the achievements of operators, affiliates, and suppliers from across all major disciplines within the global betting and gaming industry. The event rewards the very best in the business, celebrating technical innovation, commercial success, and outstanding service to the iGaming sector.

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