Just For The Win - Overview and Integration
1) Brief reference
Just For The Win (JFTW) is a studio focused on serial releases of video slots with "pure" math and friendly UX. Historically distributes content through the Games Global ecosystem (formerly through Microgaming distribution), and is also available from a number of major aggregators. The portfolio includes both "evergreen" massive hits and niche titles with increased volatility.
2) History and positioning
European independent studio focused on HTML5 and mobile portrait.
Long-term partnership with large distribution: fast time-to-market, support for highly regulated markets.
Clear visual style: laconic UI, bright art, readable multipliers and modifiers.
3) Portfolio and signature features
Famous titles (selection)
Deco Diamonds/Deco Diamonds Deluxe - "art deco," classic symbols with modern features, flexible variance for a wide audience.
Western Gold is a western series with multipliers, a collection of symbols and dynamic basic gameplay.
Wolf Howl is a "northern" theme, more aggressive in mathematics, betting on freespins and wild modifiers.
Book of King Arthur - "book mechanics" with expanding characters, transparent risk/reward session.
Reel Splitter/Odin's Riches/Treasure Skyland - a line with different experiments in mesh and bonuses.
Game design
Frequent micro-events in the main game (re-backs, symbolic upgrades, wheels, collections) to keep up the pace.
Clear mathematics: quick entry into mechanics, "visible" multipliers, transparent bonus conditions.
Good "goes" to both beginners (low/medium variance) and seekers of "big drifts" (high volatility).
4) Math, RTP and Volatility
RTP: usually in the 95-96 corridor. 5% with regional options.
Volatility: from low/medium in family titles to high - in "hardcore" releases and "book" series.
Max. win: base range × 2000- × 5000; in some releases higher due to multi-modifiers.
RTP profiles and the availability of options depend on the jurisdiction and contract with the supplier - request a sheet by market.
5) Technology stack and features
HTML5: Desktop and Mobile, Portrait/Album, † 16:9.
Asset optimization: fast cold start, economical animations, stable frame rate.
Support for free rounds, freespins with modifiers, re-spins, collectible mechanics, fixed/in-game "sweats."
Localization: key languages, correct currency masks, responsible play settings.
6) Jurisdictions and compliance
Distribution through Games Global and aggregators typically covers MGA/UKGC-oriented markets and. com segment.
The exact list of available games and RTP profiles is with your aggregator/account manager.
For DE, UK, ES, SE, DK, RO and other regulated markets, there are special restrictions (spin speed, autospin, buy features, etc.) - turn on the necessary flags on the platform side.
7) Integration options
7. 1 Through Games Global (if you already have a connection)
When to choose: requires a "direct" showcase, native GG bonus tools and a full studio catalog.
Process:1. Activating studio/titles in GG's back office by brand and market.
2. Directory synchronization (game IDs, market matrix, languages, currencies, restrictions).
3. Selection of RTP profiles under jurisdictions and brands.
4. Setting up promo: free rounds, tournaments/missions (if included in the package).
5. QA on stage: betting/winning limits, fonts/locales, legal banners/responsible play.
6. Roll out to prod and connect monitoring (see section 10).
7. 2 Through aggregators (EveryMatrix, SoftGamings, etc.)
When to choose: there is no direct access to GG, you need a single API for several studios, you need fast market coverage.
Process: request access to JFTW, check availability by country, connect aggregator via API/SDK, agree on bonus tools and reporting.
8) Technical Integration: Platform Checklist
Directory and environments
- Updated game list (ID/version, stage ↔ prod correspondence).
- Media sets (icons, banners, previews, locales).
- Countries/jurisdictions, age restrictions, Responsible Gaming links.
Economics and bonuses
- RTP configuration by market/brand.
- Bet/win limits, default bets.
- Tools: free rounds, tournaments/missions, bonus billing.
Reliability and observability
- SLA/SLO by latency (p95/p99), timeouts and retrays.
- API error logs, failure growth alarms/payment anomalies.
- Дашборды: launch rate, feature hit rate, bonus conversion, session length.
UI/UX lobby
- Showcase "New JFTW" + "Top Hits" (Deco Diamonds, Western Gold, Wolf Howl, etc.).
- Tags: Low Variance, Freespin Selection, Collection/Wheel, High Volatility.
- Full localization (RU/TR/ES/PT, etc.), correct currencies/masks.
9) Marketing and Game Scenarios
What "comes in" at JFTW
Classic themes in the new presentation (art deco, western, "book" -mechanics) are easily explained and understandable to beginners.
Frequent micro-events in the main game - grow time-on-device and conversion from the lobby.
Promo ideas
"Art Deco Week": Multiplier quests/re-backs in Deco Diamonds (x-win leaderboard).
"Frontier Gold": tournament by the sum of multipliers in Western Gold (anti-abuse filters, betting segments).
"Book of the King": free-rounds/mission series with progress bar for Book of King Arthur.
10) Reporting and analytics (minimum)
Game starts/DAU per title.
Feature hit rate (frequency of wheels, re-spins, freespins, collections).
Avg Bet / Bet Distribution и Bonus Cost %.
Retention D1/D7/D30 on promos and titles.
RTP fact vs theoretical by brand/jurisdiction (deviation control).
Crash/Timeout rate, latency p95 by region.
11) Responsible play and compliance
Complete rules, RTP/volatility, age restrictions in the game/page interface.
Deposit/session limits, self-exclusion, regional RG links.
Geo-filters and country bans as required by distributor and local law.
Promotional materials and promotional texts - in accordance with the norms of jurisdictions.
12) Roadmap and content support
Realistic pace: 3-6 releases per year, based on ongoing series and refreshing experiments in mechanics.
Showcase rotation: Update "New JFTW" every 4-6 weeks, keep "evergreen" hits nearby for stable LTV.
Review your tag/collection set based on analytics data quarterly.
13) Integration FAQ
Can I connect JFTW without direct Games Global?
Yes - through large aggregators. The availability of the portfolio and markets depends on the contract.
Are different RTP settings available?
As a rule, yes, within the permissible limits of jurisdictions. Request RTP profiles from the vendor.
Where to start in 1-2 sprints?
Quick set: Deco Diamonds, Western Gold, Wolf Howl + one fresh new; promo - missions/tournament + free rounds.
Short output
Just For The Win is a "broad reach" studio: clear math, vivid art, frequent micro-triggers and a steady content rhythm. For quick integration, connect via Games Global or aggregator, roll out a set of hits + a novelty, run promo with missions and free rounds, and keep feature hit rate, bonus conversion and RTP fact in monitoring.