White Hat Studios Advances Franchise Strategy with Kong Expansion
USA.-Â February 10, 2026 www.zonadeazar.com The supplier unveils its 2026 roadmap focused on expanding its top-performing game family in the US iGaming market.
Overview
White Hat Studios reveals its 2026 franchise-led content strategy, placing the Kong game family at the center of its growth plan. The approach leverages recognisable IP and player familiarity to drive immediate traction across US iGaming markets.
Details / Context
The 2026 roadmap features the launch of Kong Even Bigger Balls Jackpot Royale Express, a soccer-themed slot scheduled ahead of the 2026 World Cup in North America, enabling operators to benefit from cross-sell opportunities around one of the world’s most watched sporting events.
The series already includes standout titles such as Kong 3 Even Bigger Bonus, ranked among top new slots by Eilers & Krejcik, and will be expanded with new US releases, including 4 Even Bigger Bananas Jackpot Royale Express, marking the franchise’s first integration with White Hat Studios’ progressive jackpot network.
This expansion forms part of the Amplify Franchises initiative within the upcoming Amplify Suite, which will combine franchise, jackpot and bespoke content supported by operational tools and data-driven insights.
Future perspective
Strengthening the Kong franchise within the Amplify portfolio reinforces White Hat Studios’ strategy of building long-lasting game families in the US market, offering operators a portfolio aligned with player interests and sustained engagement opportunities.
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