Gaming Realms has entered into a licensing agreement with SIS to develop Slingo 49’s, a new title inspired by 49’s, the internationally recognized fixed-odds live numbers draw that has attracted millions of players over the past three decades.
The agreement marks the first time SIS has licensed the intellectual property behind its flagship numbers product portfolio. Scheduled for release in July 2026, Slingo 49’s will combine the distinctive Slingo gameplay with the branding, theme music, and live presenters that have made 49’s one of the world’s best-known live draw products.
The new game will feature Gaming Realms’ signature Slingo mechanic, where players spin the reels to match numbers on the board and climb the Slingo ladder to unlock progressively larger prizes.
Following its launch, Slingo 49’s will be made available across Gaming Realms’ global operator network, with particularly strong appeal expected in the UK and Africa, where the 49’s live draw has built a loyal player base over many years.
Licensing established third-party intellectual property remains a key pillar of Gaming Realms’ commercial strategy, allowing the company to combine globally recognized brands with the proven appeal of the Slingo format to create fresh and engaging gaming experiences.
The collaboration also coincides with a significant milestone for both brands, as 49’s and Slingo celebrate their 30th anniversaries in 2026. The partnership brings together two well-established brands with decades of heritage, blending the familiarity of 49’s with Slingo’s award-winning gameplay.
Gareth Scott, Chief Commercial Officer at Gaming Realms, said the collaboration represents an exciting opportunity for both companies.
“Partnering with SIS to bring the iconic 49’s and Slingo together is a fascinating collaboration. The 49’s live draw sits within an adjacent gaming vertical and remains one of the world’s most popular numbers products, supported by a loyal player base built over decades.”
Jess Mills, Head of 49’s at SIS, said the partnership would introduce the brand to new audiences while preserving everything existing players value.
“We’re delighted to partner with Gaming Realms to bring 49’s to life in a completely new format. The 49’s live draws have an extraordinary heritage and a passionate global fanbase, so licensing our intellectual property was not a decision we took lightly. Gaming Realms’ proven track record with Slingo gave us every confidence that this was the right partnership.
Slingo provides the ideal platform to introduce 49’s to a new player audience while preserving the authenticity that long-time fans continue to enjoy.”
