Microgaming has announced an exciting new collaboration with Gameburger Studios to develop "9 Masks of Fire: Fortune Spins," a highly-anticipated sequel to one of their most successful African-themed slot titles. The original 9 Masks of Fire, which debuted in 2019, quickly became a player favorite thanks to its straightforward gameplay and lucrative mask collection mechanic. This new installment builds upon that foundation while introducing substantial enhancements designed to elevate the player experience.
The standout feature of this new release is the innovative Fortune Spins mechanic, which dramatically expands the potential for significant wins. Players can now activate a special spin mode that incorporates multipliers reaching up to an impressive 30x, a substantial increase from the original game's maximum multiplier. This enhancement significantly raises the excitement level while maintaining the core gameplay elements that made the first title such a hit across Microgaming's network of operators.
"Our partnership with Gameburger Studios has consistently produced exceptional content," noted Andrew Booth, Director of Games at Microgaming. "The original 9 Masks of Fire resonated strongly with players worldwide, and we've carefully analyzed player data to identify precisely which elements to enhance. The Fortune Spins mechanic introduces a dynamic new layer of excitement while preserving the authentic African aesthetic and straightforward gameplay that made the original so accessible."
Game Specifications
Visually, the game maintains the vibrant African-inspired design of its predecessor while incorporating enhanced graphics and animations. The UI has been streamlined to highlight the new Fortune Spins feature, with improved visual feedback when masks are collected. The atmospheric soundtrack has also been expanded, featuring additional authentic African percussion and vocal elements that intensify during bonus rounds.
Matt Carvajal, Creative Designer at Gameburger Studios, shared insights into the development process: "We spent considerable time refining the Fortune Spins mechanic to ensure it delivers the right balance of excitement and reward potential. Our team collaborated closely with Microgaming's analytics department to identify the optimal multiplier structure and activation frequency. The result is a feature that adds substantial depth without compromising the straightforward appeal that made the original so popular."
Early operator feedback suggests "9 Masks of Fire: Fortune Spins" is poised to exceed the performance of its predecessor. Several major operators have already secured exclusive early access periods, with promotional campaigns highlighting the enhanced win potential of the new mechanics.
"This release represents our commitment to thoughtfully evolving successful titles," explained Jean-Luc Ferriere, CCO at Microgaming. "Rather than simply producing a visual refresh, we've introduced substantive gameplay enhancements that genuinely improve the player experience. The Fortune Spins feature creates those memorable big win moments that players share with their communities, which drives organic growth for our operators."
The game is launching with a global rollout strategy, becoming available across Microgaming's extensive network of operators starting today. Players can expect a familiar yet refreshed experience, with the core mask collection mechanic now complemented by the advanced Fortune Spins feature and its potentially lucrative multipliers.
