Betsoft's Christmas Slot Launches December 2025
Betsoft Gaming has enthusiastically announced the release of an exciting new addition to its seasonal gaming selection—a holiday-themed slot scheduled for December 2025. Extending its successful series into winter festivities, the game, titled Greedy Goblins That Stole Christmas – Hold & Win™, promises to captivate players with its compelling features and engaging characters.
Launching on December 11, this festive slot brings a snowy atmosphere to a theme that players have joyfully engaged with before, ensuring an enchanting gaming experience for the holiday season.
Set amidst snow-clad scenes, players are thrust into a whimsical world where goblins mischievously disrupt holiday celebrations. The game construction rests on a classic five-reel, three-row format but introduces an innovative Hold & Win mechanic. This feature allows the game grid to expand significantly during bonus rounds, potentially reaching up to 10 reels by 6 rows, offering players a vast array of winning possibilities.
This grid expansion is crucial to the Hold & Win feature, engaging when enough bonus symbols appear to lock into place. As central to gameplay, this mechanic grants players repetitive re-spins, enhancing their chances to capture valuable prize symbols as they strive to take home spectacular rewards.
Unique Game Features and Mechanics
As players embark on regular spins, an intriguing element surfaces—the partial wild reels that materialize on the third reel and nudge into new positions, spawning more winning chances. Adding depth to the gameplay is the Fortune Sack symbol, which can trigger the Hold & Win feature or initiate a unique Pick Bonus at any moment.
Furthermore, the slot enriches the gaming experience with stacked mystery symbols and wilds that populate the base game. Players eager to dive straight into the action have the option to utilize the Buy Feature, granting immediate access to the Hold & Win round without the need to wait for specific symbol combinations.
Betsoft has provided detailed information regarding the game's mechanics, noting a medium to high volatility level. The return to player (RTP) rate stands at an impressive 96.58%, coupled with a hit rate of 28.46%. While the default mode features a compact five-by-three grid, the bonus rounds unlock a remarkable 10×6 configuration, broadening the horizon for potential wins.
Festive Appeal and Market Positioning
The essence of the game draws inspiration from a well-established Betsoft theme, now adorned with festive elements and holiday symbolism. Characters like the notorious goblins are back, now in a wintery wonder filled with imagery of the North Pole and the lure of stolen holiday riches. This imaginative setting elevates the game as a delightful part of Betsoft’s year-end lineup.
Jake Davey, Team Lead for Account Management at Betsoft Gaming, expressed his excitement: "Our Hold & Win titles are always a hit, and this festive edition adds a holiday twist with even more opportunities to win. From the mischievous goblins to the inventive features, GREEDY GOBLINS THAT STOLE CHRISTMAS – HOLD & WINTM is the perfect slot to celebrate the season."
This release reflects Betsoft’s strategy of developing slots that marry tried-and-true mechanics with seasonally themed entertainment. Intended to captivate operators and players as 2025 concludes, "Greedy Goblins That Stole Christmas – Hold & Win™" sits perfectly within the developer’s seasonal content strategy, promising both creativity and entertainment draws.
Source: Betsoft Schedules Festive Slot Release for December 2025, lcb.org, December 30, 2025.
