Light & Wonder Launches JOYUP! Global Debut at Solaire Resort Entertainment City
Light & Wonder debuted JOYUP! globally at Solaire Resort Entertainment City, extending the Jin Ji Bao Xi franchise with JOYUP! Phoenix, JOYUP! Dragon, and new mechanics including JOYUP Coin. The launch also brings the Cosmic Dual cabinet to Asia. Positive early feedback and strong demand indicate solid initial reception.
SCCG Take — The rollout shows how franchise refreshes paired with new hardware can sustain demand in established Asian markets. Operators will track uptake to gauge expansion potential.
Light & Wonder has announced the global debut of JOYUP! at Solaire Resort Entertainment City in Manila. The launch extends the company’s Jin Ji Bao Xi franchise with new titles and features while marking the Asia introduction of the Cosmic Dual cabinet.
The rollout introduces JOYUP! Link along with two games, “JOYUP! Phoenix” and “JOYUP! Dragon.” These add the JOYUP Coin, Top Up and Double Fu features to established franchise elements. The deployment reflects ongoing investment by both companies in Philippine gaming experiences.
Franchise Evolution and Hardware Integration
“JOYUP! represents the continued evolution of Light & Wonder’s commitment to creating compelling gaming experiences for players across Asia,” said Mike Smith, Managing Director, Asia at Light & Wonder. “Building on the success of our Jin Ji Bao Xi series, JOYUP! combines familiar elements with fresh gameplay designed to connect with players across the region. We’re proud to celebrate this global debut with Solaire Entertainment City and look forward to bringing JOYUP! to more casino floors throughout Asia.”
The launch builds on the longstanding relationship between Light & Wonder and Solaire Entertainment City. It demonstrates the supplier’s focus on next-generation hardware paired with updated content.
Early Operator Feedback and Next Steps
“We are pleased to partner with Light & Wonder for the global launch of JOYUP! and the Asia launch of the Cosmic Dual at Solaire Entertainment City,” said Lim Chin Gan, SVP Operations, Solaire. “We have received positive feedback from our players since launch, and demand for JOYUP! continues to be strong. I look forward to continuing our partnership with Light & Wonder and bringing more exciting games to our players.”
As reported by Inside Asian Gaming, both parties continue to invest in new experiences for the region. Performance at this site will inform decisions on further Asian deployments.
Reporting: Inside Asian Gaming
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