Game developers have been anything but idle in 2025! New video slot releases and game shows were all over the place. Microgaming, for example, released no fewer than 20+ slots in February. In the following months, the ambitious provider kept up the pace, releasing around 8-15 releases per month. Big names like Play’n Go, Netent, and Pragmatic Play also followed suit, with many of these games available through non-GamStop British casino portals that showcase trusted platforms. We saw many gems in 2025. Think of Gonzo’s Gold, Bull in a China Shop, Martian Miner, and Starburst XXXtreme. Almost too many to mention, really. Nevertheless, we have compiled a top 5 of the best slot releases of 2025!
Big Fin Bay
Big Fin Bay is considered one of the most exciting releases of 2025. Thunderkick’s win-all-ways slot was released in March. With a touch of Megaways, the look and feel of Fishin’ Frenzy (BluePrint slot), and some Starburst elements, Big Fin Bay is definitely worth playing. The setting is a picturesque fishing village where players can reel in substantial wins of up to 15,040x the stake.
During each spin, the six reels change size, but the number of ways to win (5,040) remains fixed. This means the video slot just misses the Megaways feature, which makes Big Fin Bay unique. Wilds expand to cover the entire reel, which can lead to exciting results. At completely random moments, the ship’s bell sounds, and up to three reels become fully Wild. Thunderkick also has a fun free spin bonus in store for you. Here, you have to spin as many wild symbols as possible to expand the reel set and earn respins. If you reach the maximum height of seven reels, you’ll benefit from 117,649 ways to win.
Hell’s Kitchen
At the end of March, NetEnt surprised everyone with the release of Hell’s Kitchen: a slot machine starring none other than the foul-mouthed top chef Gordon Ramsay. This low-variance casino game is based on the TV show of the same name, in which two teams (red and blue) compete in the kitchen. In the show, the chefs absolutely can’t count on constructive criticism or pats on the back from Ramsay. Instead, they get sharp, insult-filled tirades.
In the NetEnt video slot, however, the British top chef keeps things civilized (which many consider a missed opportunity). Elements from the show are reflected in the slot, such as the Team Challenge Free Spins with multipliers and random wilds. Gordon’s signature dishes, including the famous Beef Wellington and Sticky Toffee, also appear on the reels.
Immortal Romance Mega Moolah
In June 2025, Microgaming introduced the newest member of the Mega Moolah family: Immortal Romance Mega Moolah. The iconic vampire slot with Twilight vibes has been updated and connected to the progressive jackpot network, giving you the chance to win millions of euros. It’s remarkable that it took Microgaming so long to merge their two flagship games.
Immortal Romance Mega Moolah features the four different bonus rounds (Amber, Troy, Michael, and Sarah), named after the slot characters, and the Wild Desire Feature. Besides the jackpot, you can win up to 12,000x your stake.
Thunderstruck Wild Lightning
A month after the release of Immortal Romance Mega Moolah, Microgaming was ready with another hit: Thunderstruck Wild Lightning. This time, it’s not a solo project from the game provider, but a team-up with Stormcraft Studios. Thunderstruck Wild Lightning arrives over 11 years after the release of the wildly popular Thunderstruck II, which centers on Norse mythology.
Under the watchful eye of Thor, the god of thunderstorms, players take a shot at one of four Thunderball Jackpots. If all the reels on the grid are filled with Thunderball symbols, you win the Mega Jackpot of 15,000x your bet. Another interesting feature in Thunderstruck Wild Lightning is the free spins with multipliers. The bonus game comes in no fewer than five different versions, offering plenty of variety.
NFT Megaways
Non-Fungible Tokens (NFTs) are emerging and lend themselves perfectly to slots, Red Tiger Gaming must have thought. The market for (digital) crypto art is growing rapidly. This year, well-known memes like Disaster Girl and Bad Luck Brian sold for tens to hundreds of millions of dollars as NFTs. Plenty of reasons for Red Tiger to develop a video slot around this theme.
The online slot NFT Megaways revolves around Crypto Punks: the very first collection of NFT art, consisting of colorful, pixelated figures. These Crypto Punks appear as Wilds on the 6×7 grid and can carry multipliers up to 30x at non GamStop casinos. Crypto-related bonus features like the Chain Reaction and Crypto Spins are also included. NFT Megaways offers up to 200,704 ways to win and has an average RTP of 95.66%. Red Tiger scores a solid 10 with this release for originality and the execution of the theme.
