Fugaso
- Legal entity
- FUGASO Limited (C 96431)
- Registered address
- OYIA Business Centre, Level 2, Cross Road, Marsa, MRS 1574, Malta
Fugaso — provider review
In most slots, a x5 multiplier means the same thing wherever it lands. At Fugaso, it doesn't: the same value can be worth x5 on the bottom payline and jump to x7,500 if it triggers on the top one. That's not a random quirk of a single release, but a consistent principle running through the studio's approach — where a symbol lands on the board matters as much as the symbol itself.
Fugaso was founded in 2016 and has been building games for online casinos ever since.
The company is led by Niko Mazger, CEO; Alexandros Giannakidis, CTO and mathematician, oversees the technical and mathematical foundation of the product, while Robert Metzger heads business development.
Who licenses Fugaso?
FUGASO Limited operates under a critical gaming supply licence from the Malta Gaming Authority — MGA/B2B/834/2020, issued 17 September 2021. It is the only licence the studio states publicly. The random number generator is accredited by the QUINEL lab, confirming randomness in every Fugaso slot.
How RUNNING WINS™ grew from a single feature into a full platform
A single signature mechanic can live several lives across different wrappers — the RUNNING WINS™ series is a good example. In its classic 3×3 format, it appears in Electro Coin Link, where players collect coins in a bonus game and chase in-game jackpots. In 2026, the same logic became the foundation of an entirely new lineup — X-UNLOCK, where RUNNING WINS™ combines with a row-unlocking mechanic in Buffalo Prime X-UNLOCK. In other words, the studio isn't inventing a signature feature from scratch for every release — it's developing proven concepts and building them into new frameworks.
From 5,000x to 40,000x: how Fugaso's payout caps have grown
Lining up four studio hits chronologically shows that payout caps have generally climbed alongside release dates:
| Game | Release date | Grid | RTP | Volatility | Max multiplier |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Magnify Man | 28/04/2022 | Crash game | 96% | Determined by the player's decision* | x10,000 |
| Electro Coin Link | 22/05/2025 | 3×3 | 96.12% | High | x5,000 |
| Buffalo Prime X-UNLOCK | 30/07/2026 | 5×4 | 96.17% | Medium-high | x10,000 |
| Trumpit Bonanza 1000 | 16/04/2026 | 6×5 | 96.10–96.20% | High | x40,000 |
*In crash games, the usual volatility category doesn't apply — risk depends on when the player decides to cash out the multiplier.
Magnify Man is the only crash game in this lineup, released back in 2022. Simple in its genre-typical mechanics, it offers a 10,000x cap and runs on any platform.
Electro Coin Link is an evolution of RUNNING WINS™ in a 3×3 format, dressed in a retro-space theme with a powerful Sticky Bonus feature. The most modest cap in this lineup — 5,000x the stake — paired with high volatility.
Buffalo Prime X-UNLOCK is the first game in the new X-UNLOCK series, built on a 5×4 grid with 20 paylines. It combines row-unlocking through the signature X-UNLOCK feature, free spins with leader symbols, and the now-familiar RUNNING WINS™ bonus, with a royal jackpot reaching 10,000x the stake.
Trumpit Bonanza 1000 is the riskiest release in this lineup, with a cap of 40,000x the stake — four times higher than Electro Coin Link. Scatters land across a 6×5 grid, and expanded bonus features unlock free spins, where the legendary x1,000 symbol can pair up with the unpredictable Mystery symbol, turning any spin into a potentially massive moment.
Who should look into Fugaso's slots?
What players like
- A signature principle of uneven multipliers — where a symbol lands matters
- The RUNNING WINS™ series, evolving into new formats like X-UNLOCK
- High payout caps — up to x40,000 on Trumpit Bonanza 1000
- Malta licence MGA/B2B/834/2020 — number and issue date published in the site footer
What to keep in mind
- Most hits run high or medium-high volatility — not for a short, relaxed session
- The portfolio is almost entirely slots — few table games or other formats
- RTP on Trumpit Bonanza 1000 is listed as a range — worth checking the exact figure in-game
⚡ Is Fugaso worth choosing?
Fugaso builds its slots around a simple but rare idea — a symbol's position on the board affects the final multiplier value as much as the combination itself. The signature RUNNING WINS™ series has evolved from a classic 3×3 format in Electro Coin Link to an entirely new X-UNLOCK lineup in Buffalo Prime, while payout caps have grown over a few years from 5,000x to an impressive 40,000x the stake in Trumpit Bonanza 1000. For players who value high win potential and are ready for the corresponding volatility, Fugaso's portfolio is worth a look.
Where can you play Fugaso slots?
Fugaso's games are available at casinos featured in the GamblingShot ranking, and the full slot catalogue with filters by RTP, volatility, and theme is in the grid below this review.
FAQ
1
How long has Fugaso been operating?
The company was founded in 2016.
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Who leads Fugaso?
The CEO is Niko Mazger. Alexandros Giannakidis serves as CTO and mathematician, and Robert Metzger heads business development.
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Does Fugaso hold a licence?
Yes. FUGASO Limited operates under licence MGA/B2B/834/2020 from the Malta Gaming Authority.
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What is the RUNNING WINS™ series?
It's Fugaso's signature bonus mechanic, first appearing in a classic 3×3 format and later integrated into the new X-UNLOCK lineup — players collect coins and chase in-game jackpots.
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Which Fugaso slots are the most popular?
Notable releases include Magnify Man, Electro Coin Link, Buffalo Prime X-UNLOCK, and Trumpit Bonanza 1000.
Where to play Fugaso slots
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