Wheel of Fortune Spins its Way to Mobile and Desktop on IGT's DoubleDown Casino

09/04/2014
Authentic Wheel of Fortune Double Diamond game now available across platforms

LAS VEGAS and SEATTLE, Sept. 4, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- Players around the world are invited to spin their way to fun with International Game Technology's (NYSE: IGT) DoubleDown Casino and Wheel of Fortune® Double Diamond. Today marks the first time IGT's Wheel of Fortune Double Diamond slot game is available across all platforms including social and mobile devices.

Wheel of Fortune Spins its Way to Mobile and Desktop on IGT’s DoubleDown Casino

"DoubleDown Casino brings the authentic Wheel of Fortune slot machine experience to the mobile and desktop environment, enabling fans of the most popular slot machine of all time to experience their favorite game anytime, anywhere," said Will Daugherty, Senior Vice President and General Manager of DoubleDown Interactive.  "DoubleDown Casino players and Wheel of Fortune fans alike will love the authentic Wheel of Fortune Double Diamond experience. The game features the classic three-reel configuration with Wild and Multiplier Symbols for two times the winning entertainment."  

Today's announcement is the first in a series of Wheel of Fortune titles to launch as part of the multi-year agreement with Sony Pictures Consumer Products. As part of the agreement, IGT will also develop additional Wheel of Fortune mobile and online games for DoubleDown Casino and for-wager online play worldwide through 2024.

"We are excited to extend our successful partnership with IGT to bring the Wheel of Fortune experience to consumers in a variety of online platforms worldwide," said Greg Economos, Senior Vice President of Global Consumer Products for Sony Pictures. 

In 1996, IGT launched the Wheel of Fortune slot machine and solidified the Company's leadership in Wide Area Progressive technology. Known as the most successful slot title of all time, the fan-favorite theme has minted nearly 1,000 millionaires and delivered $3 billion in jackpots throughout its illustrious history. IGT has created more than 200 variations of the game that can be found on casino floors in more than 20 countries worldwide.

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About IGT
International Game Technology (NYSE: IGT) is a global leader in casino gaming entertainment and continues to transform the industry by translating casino player experiences to social, mobile and interactive environments for regulated markets around the world. IGT's acquisition of DoubleDown Interactive provides engaging social casino style entertainment to approximately 6 million players monthly. More information about IGT is available at IGT.com or connect with IGT at @IGTNews or facebook.com/IGT. Anyone can play at the DoubleDown Casino by visiting http://apps.facebook.com/doubledowncasino or doubledowncasino.com.

Contact:
Carrie Peters
DoubleDown Interactive Public Relations
(206) 430-5760
Carrie.Peters@IGT.com

©2014 Califon Productions, Inc. "Wheel of Fortune" is a registered trademark of Califon Productions, Inc.  All Rights Reserved. 

International Game Technology is a global leader in casino gaming entertainment and continues to transform the industry by translating casino player experiences to social, mobile and interactive environments for markets around the world. IGT's acquisition of DoubleDown Interactive provides engaging social casino style entertainment to more than 6 million players monthly. More information about IGT is available at IGT.com.

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