Light & Wonder to Bring Major Licences and New Hardware to G2E
United States.- 23 September 2026 | www.zonadeazar.com Light & Wonder has previewed one of its broadest product showcases for the upcoming Global Gaming Expo, G2E, in Las Vegas, combining new licensed slot titles, proprietary franchises, casino hardware, table games and systems technology.
The company will place particular emphasis on recognisable entertainment brands and platforms designed to give casino operators greater flexibility.
Kong: Skull Island Unchained Leads the Line-Up
One of the headline launches will be Kong: Skull Island Unchained.
The new title expands Light & Wonder’s Kong franchise and will be positioned as one of the centrepieces of its G2E presentation.
New Licensed Titles
The portfolio will include a number of globally recognised entertainment properties.
Titles scheduled to appear include:
- Gremlins.
- Willy Wonka Wondrous Bonbon Voyage.
- Back to the Future.
- Creature from the Black Lagoon.
- The Wolf Man.
- New additions to the Wizard of Oz franchise.
The strategy combines established film and entertainment properties with casino-specific game design.
Proprietary Franchises Continue to Evolve
Light & Wonder will also continue developing several of its best-known in-house brands.
These include:
- Ultimate Fire Link.
- Huff N’ Puff.
The approach allows the company to combine licensed intellectual property with proprietary franchises that already have established recognition on casino floors.
Matt Wilson Highlights Portfolio Depth
Light & Wonder President and CEO Matt Wilson said the company is bringing one of its strongest and most diverse line-ups to G2E.
The supplier is aiming to combine instantly recognisable brands with franchises developed internally, supported by a wider integration of content, hardware and technology.
Hardware as a Second Pillar
The showcase will extend well beyond game content.
Light & Wonder will also display a broad hardware portfolio designed for land-based casino environments.
Lightwave Solar
Among the new products is Lightwave Solar.
The platform brings the Lightwave bank-wide experience into a modular and configurable format.
The intention is to allow operators to adapt the installation to different casino-floor layouts and operational needs.
Huff N’ Puff Open House
Lightwave Solar will feature new content including Huff N’ Puff Open House.
The combination reflects the supplier’s strategy of using established franchises to support adoption of new hardware platforms.
Global Debut for Firebird
G2E will also mark the global debut of the new Firebird cabinet.
The machine features a 55-inch main display together with an integrated 32-inch upper screen.
Dynamic MLED Wings
Firebird also incorporates dynamic MLED wings.
The design is intended to create greater visual impact and distinguish the cabinet within busy casino-floor environments.
3D Audio Package
The cabinet adds a new three-dimensional audio package.
Together with its screens and lighting, the audio system is intended to create a more immersive experience around game features.
Greater Operator Flexibility
Light & Wonder says the combination of content and purpose-built hardware is intended to provide operators with more flexibility.
Casinos can configure deployments based on factors including:
- Available floor space.
- Player demographics.
- Content mix.
- Property design.
- Commercial strategy.
Live, Electronic and Hybrid Tables
The company’s table-games division will also feature prominently.
Its G2E showcase will cover:
- Live table games.
- Electronic Table Games.
- Hybrid products.
- Progressive systems.
Nexlink
A key product will be Nexlink, Light & Wonder’s next-generation progressive system.
The platform is designed to support jackpot, bonus and progressive content with stronger connectivity.
Operator Tools
Nexlink also introduces additional tools for casino management.
The system is intended to make it easier for operators to control progressive content and connected table-game experiences.
Obsidian Standalone
Another new addition will be Obsidian standalone.
The product expands the Obsidian range and provides another configuration within the company’s electronic table-games portfolio.
Multideck Ultra
On the live side, Light & Wonder will present Multideck Ultra.
The latest version of its flagship shuffler incorporates proprietary AI-based card recognition.
True RNG
Multideck Ultra also includes a True RNG, together with a modernised multilingual interface.
The product is designed to support both operational efficiency and deployment across different markets.
Modular Internals
Its internal components have been designed around a modular structure.
This is intended to simplify servicing and reduce downtime when components require maintenance or replacement.
Connected Casino Systems
Light & Wonder’s systems division will also have a significant presence at G2E.
The company will showcase tools designed to connect player experiences more seamlessly across the casino floor.
Seamless Wagering
One area of focus will be seamless wagering.
The aim is to reduce friction and create a more continuous betting experience across different products and environments.
AI-Driven Analytics
The systems portfolio will also include AI-driven analytics.
These tools are designed to help operators better understand their business and player activity through automated analysis.
Dynamic Marketing
Light & Wonder will additionally showcase Dynamic Marketing solutions.
The technology is intended to support more personalised engagement based on player activity and behaviour.
Integrated Content, Hardware and Systems
The G2E portfolio demonstrates an increasingly integrated strategy.
Rather than competing only through individual games, Light & Wonder is building an ecosystem combining:
- Content.
- Cabinets.
- Table games.
- Systems.
- Data.
- Engagement tools.
Industry Context
G2E remains one of the gaming industry’s major launch platforms for global casino suppliers.
The Las Vegas event gives operators an opportunity to compare new generations of hardware, licensed content, artificial-intelligence tools and systems designed to improve connectivity and personalisation.
Next Steps and Impact
Light & Wonder will use G2E to formally debut Firebird, expand exposure for Lightwave Solar and present its latest generation of licensed and proprietary content.
The combination of games, hardware, tables and systems reflects a strategy focused on providing an integrated land-based casino proposition, with greater configuration options for operators and more immersive experiences for players.
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