Wazdan launches football-themed 9 Balls slot with new Penalty Kick feature

Wazdan has launched a new football-themed slot game, 9 Balls, introducing a Penalty Kick feature and a top Champion Jackpot prize of up to 2,500 times a player's stake.

The title is inspired by the return of the World Cup this summer and expands Wazdan's portfolio of sports-themed games.

The nine-reel slot includes a Penalty Kick feature in which a designated reel can be randomly selected during the base game. The feature remains active for up to 15 spins and awards prizes based on symbols landing on the chosen reel once the countdown expires.

9 Balls also incorporates Wazdan's Hold the Jackpot mechanic, which is triggered when three Bonus symbols land on the middle three reels. During the feature round, symbols remain locked in place across nine reels while players receive three respins.

Players can win the Champion Jackpot, worth up to 2,500x, by filling the entire grid during the bonus feature.

The game also introduces Wazdan's football-themed xG Chance Level mechanic, allowing players to select from three levels designed to increase the likelihood of triggering the bonus round during base play.

Michal Imiolek, Chief Executive Officer at Wazdan, said: "9 Balls combines the excitement of football-inspired action with engaging bonus mechanics designed to keep anticipation high throughout gameplay."

"The new Penalty Kick feature introduces a fresh layer of suspense to every spin, while the Hold the Jackpot round and customisable gameplay options ensure the title delivers broad appeal for players and operators alike," Imiolek said.

The launch forms part of Wazdan's efforts to expand its portfolio with new mechanics and themed content for online casino operators and their players worldwide.