20+ years in the gambling industry including 13+ years playing and reviewing slots.
IGT slot games are amongst the most popular in Las Vegas casinos. Also much-loved at online slot sites, IGT are known for titles such as Cleopatra, Da Vinci Diamonds and Pixies of the Forest.
In OLBG’s Q&A interview with Brett Jackson, the focus isn’t on IGT slots as such but rather their upcoming Whitney Houston slot game. Brett Jackson is IGT’s Head of Games (since January 2022) and shares details about the game’s soundtrack, mechanics, bonus features, RTP rates and max win potential.
Q: Why was Whitney Houston chosen as the subject of an official slot game?
BJ: “IGT has a long history of collaborating with major brands and iconic artists to create engaging game content. Whitney Houston is a global icon and one of the most recognizable names in music history. With her undeniable worldwide appeal, bringing her legacy to life in a slot game was an easy decision.
Her achievements speak for themselves: 220 million records sold, 2 Emmys, 6 Grammys, 31 Guinness World Records, and a record-breaking 7 consecutive No. 1 singles. In 2020, Whitney became the first African American (male, female or group) to have three RIAA Diamond-Certified albums.
To top it off, the game is a conversion of our highly successful land-based version that launched last year. Its phenomenal performance gives us confidence in its online launch across EMEA in February 2025.”
Q: What iconic songs feature in the slot game?
BJ: “All the classics! Players can enjoy hits like I’m Every Woman, How Will I Know, I Wanna Dance with Somebody, Greatest Love of All, and So Emotional while spinning the reels.”
Q: What are the mechanics of the Whitney Houston slot?
BJ: “The game builds on the award-winning *Prosperity Link* land-based math model. It features 243 Ways to Win, Stacked Wilds, Free Spins with random multipliers, a Hold & Win Bonus with 4 unlockable levels, the Star Bowl Feature, and the brand-new Wheel Bonus.”
Q: How does the Wheel Bonus feature work?
BJ: “Landing the statue symbol on reels 2, 3, and 4 activates the Wheel Bonus feature. Players get one spin to win cash prizes (including jackpots) with multipliers or 10, 15, or 20 free spins."
Q: What extras apply in the Free Spins Bonus? How do the multipliers work?
BJ: “During Free Spins, players can retrigger 5 additional spins by landing the relevant symbol on reels 2, 3, and 4. The Star Bowl feature acts as a gateway to the Hold & Win Bonus feature, with multipliers reaching up to 60x. Multipliers of 2x, 3x, 4x and 5x are available, with a maximum of 3 landing per spin. Combining 3x, 4x, and 5x multipliers can achieve the maximum multiplier."
Q: What is the game’s RTP and max win potential?
BJ: “The game offers a range of RTPs to accommodate operator preferences and regulations: 96.32%, 94.32% and 92.32%. The Platinum award offers a max win of 2,250 x your total bet. This math model has already proven its success in land-based casinos, ensuring a strong performance online."
