Light & Wonder Announces Launch of HORIZON™ Cabinet
New large-screen jumbo cabinet now live and awarding jackpots in select markets
LAS VEGAS – April 5, 2024 – Light & Wonder, Inc. (NASDAQ and ASX: LNW) (together with its subsidiaries “Light & Wonder,” “L&W” or the “Company”) today announced the limited launch of its new large-screen jumbo cabinet series, HORIZON™ with the DANCING DRUMS™ ULTIMATE EXPLOSION wide area progressive (WAP) game.
The visually impactful machine is the next evolution of Light & Wonder’s highly successful JUMBO cabinet and features a 75-inch screen with surrounding LED panels taking the display area to a massive 90-inches. The barrier-breaking cabinet also offers a large, transparent iDeck with integrated lighting, 24-inch touch screen, mobile charger and dual play buttons for an immersive and seamless player experience.
“Light & Wonder’s DANCING DRUMS ULTIMATE EXPLOSION elevates the beloved elements of the original DANCING DRUMS EXPLOSION® with two new features, bringing together the three iconic drums,” said Nathan Drane, Chief Product Officer, Gaming at Light & Wonder.
“This game offers an unparalleled immersive player experience when paired with the industry first integrated LED panel design of the HORIZON cabinet.”
The new hardware is now live in select markets and already awarding jackpots, with one lucky player at Soaring Eagle Casino & Resort in Mount Pleasant, Mich. winning a whopping $303,000 jackpot.
For more information, visit lnw.com.
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Light & Wonder, Inc. is the leading cross-platform global games company. Through our three unique, yet highly complementary businesses, we deliver unforgettable experiences by combining the exceptional talents of our 6,000+ member team, with a deep understanding of our customers and players. We create immersive content that forges lasting connections with players, wherever they choose to engage. At Light & Wonder, it’s all about the games. The Company is committed to the highest standards of integrity, from promoting player responsibility to implementing sustainable practices. To learn more, visit lnw.com.
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Date: 04/05/2024
Category: Gaming
Type: Release