Gaming Realms has entered into a licensing agreement with SIS to create a new Slingo game inspired by the supplier's well-known fixed-odds live numbers draw, 49’s. This agreement represents the first instance of SIS allowing its widely recognized numbers product IP to be licensed for development. The original 49’s live draw has captured the interest of millions worldwide.
Set to debut in July 2026, the Slingo version will combine the established Slingo formula with the 49’s branding, its theme music, and live presenters who will enhance the gaming experience. Gaming Realms’ innovative Slingo format, where players spin reels to match numbers on a board, will be central to the game, allowing players to progress up the Slingo ladder for escalating prizes.
Slingo 49’s will be accessible to Gaming Realms' global operator partners, with particular appeal to players in the UK and Africa. Incorporating recognized third-party intellectual property is vital to Gaming Realms’ strategy, which aims to blend brand recognition with the unique mechanics of Slingo, offering players extraordinary gaming experiences.
The year 2026 will be significant for both companies as they each mark the 30th anniversary of their flagship products, 49’s and Slingo. This collaboration fuses two iconic brands with rich histories and dedicated player communities, merging the nostalgic essence of 49’s with the engaging gameplay of Slingo.
Gareth Scott, Chief Commercial Officer at Gaming Realms, remarked, "Partnering with SIS to bring the iconic 49’s and Slingo together is a fascinating collaboration. The 49’s live draw is an adjacent gaming vertical and one of the most popular numbers products internationally, with a loyal following built over decades."
Jess Mills, Head of 49’s at SIS, added, "We’re delighted to partner with Gaming Realms to bring 49’s to life in a completely new format. The 49’s live draws have an extraordinary heritage and a passionate, global fanbase, so the decision to license our IP was not one we took lightly. Gaming Realms’ track record with Slingo gave us every confidence that this was the right partnership to make that step. Slingo is the ideal vehicle to introduce 49’s to a new player vertical while keeping the authenticity that existing fans love at the heart of the experience."
