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MGA Games Launch Cheeky El Dioni Spanish Celebrity Slot
By Shane Addinall Aug 11, 2019 Game ReleaseMGA Games adds El Dioni slot to their Spanish Celebrities casino game series. Experience every step of this debaucherous multi-million Euros heist across 5 bonus games in a 3-reel medium volatility slot machine!Many other providers have seen a lot of success in creating branded video slots, in most cases, this revolves around TV series or movies based on famous or infamous characters. A prime example of this is Netent’s hit slot machine Narcos which is based on the Netflix series about the misdeeds of Pablo Escobar.
MGA Games are bringing their own notorious celebrity to the reels, El Dioni. José Antonio Giacomelli, MGA Games Managing General Manager, had the following to say:
“In this new release from the Spanish Celebrities series, MGA Games gives a nod to the scoundrel Spain of the 1980s with this true story of the most notorious robbery to date: ‘El Dioni's’ big score. An exceptional production in which users will feel like true accomplices”
The game takes you step by step through El Dioni’s adventures, from the theft to changing his appearance to living the high life, it’s all here in one entertaining slot.
MGA Games Shine A Spotlight On El Dioni
MGA Games, a Spanish casino industry veteran first established in 1976, has dedicated itself to creating entertaining slots with a decidedly local flavour. This has led them to incorporate local legends and icons, while also creating a distinct visual style.
Their latest casino game in their aptly named Spanish Celebrities series is based on the infamously charismatic El Dioni! As legend has it El Dioni worked for a security company from a young age, however in 1989 when he is demoted from guard to driver for no apparent reason, he decides to steal the cash he was tasked with transporting. The heist saw him abscond with 298 million Pesetas, which is you adjust for inflation is a staggering €4 million in today’s economy!
While he was caught and jailed for his crime he captured the hearts and imagination of the Spanish people with his cheeky attitude, going on to release two albums (one titled “Where is my van?”), opening clubs and restaurants and now featuring in his own slot title!
Relive The Robbery On The Reels
MGA’s El Dioni is a 3-reel medium volatility slot machine that offers 5 bonus mini-games which offer a max payout of €15,000 per spin as you follow the events of this daring heist:
- Bags feature – Act quickly and grab the right money bags to make your fortune!
- Toupee feature – El Dioni donned a toupee to dodge the law, can you?
- Meridien feature – Visit the famous Meridien hotel and pick your preferred limo just as El Dioni did.
- Restaurant feature – Become a regular at El Pescador a favourite haunt of Julio Iglesias and El Dioni.
- ulio feature – Inspired by Julio Iglesias El Dioni takes to the stage to sing his heart out!
Never one to shy away from the spotlight the slot machine also includes several quirky quotes from this would be superstar which includes him saying "Where’s the dough?" A pertinent question given that the government only ever recovered some of his ill-gotten gains.
As you spin the reels you will also be entertained by original compositions by El Dioni entitled “Thief of Hearts” and “Where’s the dough? If I didn't tell the Civil Guard, I’m not telling you either”.
More Spanish Celebrities Games
MGA Games have are not focused purely on the infamous names in Spanish pop culture, their Spanish Celebrities slots series also includes Spanish household names such Chiquito (comedian who warmed the hearts of the Spanish people), Manolo el del Bombo (beloved Spanish football hype man) and Sr. Barragán (comedic figure known for his spicy sense of humour). Each slot is a homage to the personality being portrayed with the reels and features brining their story to life in a new medium.
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