Studio recognised for outstanding visual excellence with Pinatas Festival alongside a Game of the Year nomination for its hit release, Joker Winpot
Two of ELA Games’ titles have been nominated in major categories at the upcoming SBC
Awards. 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.
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Studio recognised for outstanding visual excellence with Pinatas Festival alongside a Game of the Year nomination for its hit release, Joker Winpot Two of ELA Games’ titles have been nominated in major categories at the upcoming SBCAwards. One of the most significant events in the iGaming calendar, the SBC Awards Europe recognize and reward the…
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