Jack Hammer 2 : Fishy Business (Net Entertainment)

[rainmaker]

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Jack Hammer 2 : Fishy Business













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[rainmaker]

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I have just got the release date for Jack Hammer 2 from our friends at Nordicbet: 23rd of July

And as previously mentioned, Zombies is out next week

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[Seventh777]

Mmm, a revamped old slot, have NetEnt recently employed the MGS slot dev`s team?

 

[dionysus]

Well, if it's anything like the revamped Thunderstruck, I'm game

 

[rainmaker]

Mmm, a revamped old slot, have NetEnt recently employed the MGS slot dev`s team?

Let us hope that they don`t go down that road

As a sequel, I think it is important that Jack Hammer 2 has some of the same feeling as the original game. The popular “sticky win” (which in a way is the basis in the first game) is also naturally used in the new game. But Jack Hammer 2 also has some new functions like “random wilds” during free spins.

I think, from what I can see in the preview, that Net Entertainment has done a good job trying to create a new theme story combined with new functions and effects that still have some of the same feeling that many players enjoyed in the first game.

 

[Seventh777]

Let us hope that they don`t go down that road

As a sequel, I think it is important that Jack Hammer 2 has some of the same feeling as the original game. The popular “sticky win” (which in a way is the basis in the first game) is also naturally used in the new game. But Jack Hammer 2 also has some new functions like “random wilds” during free spins.

I think, from what I can see in the preview, that Net Entertainment has done a good job trying to create a new theme story combined with new functions and effects that still have some of the same feeling that many players enjoyed in the first game.

Agreed 100%, let`s hope they keep that certain uniqueness that takes their slots one step further, Starburst a great example - We all love expanding wilds, but, how many times do we hit more than one which is linked to the other?, to combat this annoying aspect and give you a great chance of hitting another, their Dev team is right on the ball for giving you that free spin every time an expanding wild lands, and when it`s your 3rd one it`s oh-la-la x2 hits for all 3.


243 win lines and stacked wilds with lower payouts increasing your chances of a great hit, if anyone wants to see if lower payouts are better go play LotR and Thunderfist for an hour each and see which one leaves your balance in the healthiest condition .

 

[rainmaker]

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Some news/updates regarding Net Entertainment/ NetEnt based casinos (not related to Jack Hammer 2 but...who cares ):


** I remember that a member here asked in another thread why the help file at Paf (paf.com) for the game Fishy Fortune says that the TRTP is 97.9%, while the help file at other casinos for the same game says 95.4%.

I have been told by a rep that the correct TRTP is 95.4%, but Paf has not updated their helpfile yet.

What has happened is that Net Entertainment has updated their TRTP% information based on millions of real money game rounds, so that this information better reflects actual achieved RTP%. Some games went up, some games went down.




** Redbet launched Net Entertainment Touch™ the other day (mobile casino):







** I have previously mentioned that Net Entertainment is planning to launch live casino at the end of this year. I see that they now are seeking Live casino studio staff, so I am guessing the progress goes as scheduled. Maybe some of you want to apply for a position. I vote for Nifty as a Pit Boss







** And finally, Nordicbet has added a new “last login” function on their site. It will tell you when you last were logged in. It is visible on the front page. Not a big thing, but I found it a bit handy.

 

[ThePOGG]

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** I remember that a member here asked in another thread why the help file at Paf (paf.com) for the game Fishy Fortune says that the TRTP is 97.9%, while the help file at other casinos for the same game says 95.4%.

I have been told by a rep that the correct TRTP is 95.4%, but Paf has not updated their helpfile yet.

What has happened is that Net Entertainment has updated their TRTP% information based on millions of real money game rounds, so that this information better reflects actual achieved RTP%. Some games went up, some games went down.

Thanks rainmaker!

I had a discussion with the owner of Beating Bonuses about this recently and it turns out that it's not only PAF that's different. PAF and a few others are listing at 97.1%, most places are listing at 95.4% but there are still others listing at 95.7/95.8%. The best we could come up with was that there were different jackpot contribution rates that the casinos could set (noting of course that they each play to their own, rather than a shared jackpot).

It sounds like there have been several update - seeming only to affect the Net Ent jackpot games - and not every casino is getting round updating their helpfiles (this is the type of job that could easily fall off of the desk). It would seem more logical for Net Ent to have kept the help files on their end so everywhere updated at once, but ho hum.

 

[rainmaker]

Thanks rainmaker!

I had a discussion with the owner of Beating Bonuses about this recently and it turns out that it's not only PAF that's different. PAF and a few others are listing at 97.1%, most places are listing at 95.4% but there are still others listing at 95.7/95.8%. The best we could come up with was that there were different jackpot contribution rates that the casinos could set (noting of course that they each play to their own, rather than a shared jackpot).

It sounds like there have been several update - seeming only to affect the Net Ent jackpot games - and not every casino is getting round updating their helpfiles (this is the type of job that could easily fall off of the desk). It would seem more logical for Net Ent to have kept the help files on their end so everywhere updated at once, but ho hum.

Yes, it would be better if this information would be updated at the same time across all operators. To have conflicting TRTP% information on identical games is not a good thing and will only lead to unnecessary speculations. Most players probably never bother to open these help files, but those who actually do read them are often affiliates, people who write on blogs, forums etc. This information should be 100% correct.

 

[ThePOGG]

Most players probably never bother to open these help files, but those who actually do read them are often affiliates, people who write on blogs, forums etc. This information should be 100% correct.

That's something i'm keen to see change. Hopefully once i've got the redesign of my site finished, each review will list the house edge at each casino that lists this information, allowing players to scan quickly to see where the cheapest place to play is. I'd really like to see more player pay attention to how much they are paying for their entertainment.

 

[rainmaker]

That's something i'm keen to see change. Hopefully once i've got the redesign of my site finished, each review will list the house edge at each casino that lists this information, allowing players to scan quickly to see where the cheapest place to play is. I'd really like to see more player pay attention to how much they are paying for their entertainment.

That is a good thought. Knowledge is a good thing for players as it may lead to a more enjoyable gaming experience. I personally would like to see that software suppliers/operators focused more on sharing information about volatility, rather than only TRTP%.

As for RTP, Net Entertainment's customers have no opportunity to change for example the TRTP% of a game, so to list up the house edge for each casino/game is more useful when casinos are using other suppliers that actually allow them to choose different math models on their games (although probably not easy to always get that information). One example of a supplier who is offering different math models on their games is IGT, where operators can choose their own TRTP% level.

 

[ThePOGG]

As for RTP, Net Entertainment's customers have no opportunity to change for example the TRTP% of a game, so to list up the house edge for each casino/game is more useful when casinos are using other suppliers that actually allow them to choose different math models on their games (although probably not easy to always get that information). One example of a supplier who is offering different math models on their games is IGT, where operators can choose their own TRTP% level.

That's true - but i'm not going to exclude listings for providers that use the same setting. This will be more useful for the likes of Microgaming, IGT, Sheriff and so on where i'll list the figures i can confirm for the different venues i find them at. Where there's a standard figure across the whole platform, i'll list the same figure for every property i've got listed on the site, or simply state that this game only has one setting. I think that's the clearest way to do things.

 

[rainmaker]

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** I remember that a member here asked in another thread why the help file at Paf (paf.com) for the game Fishy Fortune says that the TRTP is 97.9%, while the help file at other casinos for the same game says 95.4%.

I have been told by a rep that the correct TRTP is 95.4%, but Paf has not updated their helpfile yet.

What has happened is that Net Entertainment has updated their TRTP% information based on millions of real money game rounds, so that this information better reflects actual achieved RTP%. Some games went up, some games went down.

Update regarding Fishy Fortune at Paf.

Paf has told me that they now have updated the Fishy Fortune help file with the correct TRTP%. I checked it, and yeah...

 

[gerilege]

Okay, but 2% off

It is still quite a bit of a difference, even in case of a progressive game. I would assume that a software provider has precise understanding of the theoretical RTP of any game without the need to have a millions of actual real money spins as a trial and adjust, and a 2% difference in the RTP defined first makes me wonder a bit.

 

[ThePOGG]

It is still quite a bit of a difference, even in case of a progressive game. I would assume that a software provider has precise understanding of the theoretical RTP of any game without the need to have a millions of actual real money spins as a trial and adjust, and a 2% difference in the RTP defined first makes me wonder a bit.

I'll take a stab that being one of the lowest HE slots on the market, Net Ent decided to reduce the jackpot contribution and as such increase the house edge. That is just a guess though.

 

[rainmaker]

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Soooo...while we are waiting for Jack Hammer 2, why not post some pictures from Net Entertainment's headquarter in Stockholm (think all of the pics are from the Stockholm office- Parent Company and Development) where Jack Hammer 2 and other games are being created (Yes Yes I know that I am probably the only one who think it is exciting to see pictures from the Net Entertainment headquarter ).

Pictures published in the Media section on their site (netent.com):

I like the Robin Hood wallpaper

 

[rainmaker]

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Net Entertainment has published "interim report January-June 2012" today. I will not bore you with a lot of figures, but I want to post "Comments from Per Eriksson, President and CEO" since it is about what they are currently working on (live casino, mobile casino etc) and other things. In general, Net Entertainment is doing very well.


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COMMENTS FROM PER ERIKSSON, PRESIDENT AND CEO​

Net Entertainment continued to show a solid development during the second quarter. Revenues increased by 32.2 percent and operating profit increased by 46.0 percent compared to the same period last year. Increased volumes with existing customers was the main reason for the revenue increase in combination with set up fees from five new customer agreements, mobile games and agreements with existing customers on regulated markets.

In order to give the company additional prerequisites to act swift and effectively on a dynamic market a reorganization was carried out during the second quarter. The purpose of the changes was primarily to make the decision making process more effective through a flatter organizational hierarchy and meant that certain management positions were eliminated, such as the CTO. The reorganization resulted in non recurring costs of SEK 2.5 million in the second quarter.

Several strategic projects are currently ongoing in Net Entertainment, such as Live Casino, the entry on the UK market and establishment on regulated markets. These projects have not yet started to generate any new revenues to the company, or have not yet reached the full potential, such as in Italy, but are expected to generate significant value for Net Entertainment in the future. As these projects are completed the investments will in certain cases decrease while other projects will require further development to maintain competitiveness. In addition, Net Entertainment will continue to invest as new opportunities arise and we believe that the investments will develop approximately in-line with current levels with the exception of seasonal effects, at least throughout 2012. As the company grows and various authorities imposes new requirements on the company’s products and operations in conjunction with regulation the need to further develop Net Entertainments processes, systems and organization remains and we do not currently see a decrease in the need to recruit personnel to the company in general. In addition, we have initiated recruitment of studio personnel for Live Casino where a number of personnel will commence their employment during the third and fourth quarter.

The launch of mobile games has been successful and we see a strong growth within this area, however from low levels as launch took place in December 2011. There is a high interest on the market and the company has signed a total of 17 contracts since launch, of which eleven are live. During the quarter, development of mobile games for android units continued and we have now launched two customers.

The Italian market has continued to perform positively and the Italian gaming authority AAMS has announced that slot games online will be allowed in Italy from December 2012. Net Entertainment will initially launch a selection of slot games when the market opens.

 

[CakeKing]

If anyones intrested jack hammer 2 is at betsafe already(beta) or something

 

[rainmaker]

If anyones intrested jack hammer 2 is at betsafe already(beta) or something

Thanks for the update CakeKing

Yes, it is available at Betsafe. It has probably been available since Monday or something. Net Entertainment will usually try out new games at a couple of casinos about one week before official launch.

General note. The game itself has of course been carefully tested and verified before it is released in "beta" the week before official launch. So it is more about checking for other problems that may occur. I remember for example from last year that a game in "beta" led to some problems when other games were affected and did not load properly. Things like that may be a good thing for them to fix before it is released at a bunch of casinos

 

[Nate]

Just played this game - A few free spins at various NetEnt Casinos, then made a deposit and tried it 'Properly'

What an absolute piece of crap slot... I had a start balance of about $350 and had various hits in the 2x -15x range... could have went on for 400 spins and not even seen the free spins ... I was just annoyed playing it - BIG Win for 15x bet...

The Quick spin is like RTG - not like how NetEnt usually do it.. Its not good.

Maybe someone else will enjoy it...

Another FAIL IMPO... Next...

Nate

 

[The Viking]

Just played this game - A few free spins at various NetEnt Casinos, then made a deposit and tried it 'Properly'

What an absolute piece of crap slot... I had a start balance of about $350 and had various hits in the 2x -15x range... could have went on for 400 spins and not even seen the free spins ... I was just annoyed playing it - BIG Win for 15x bet...

The Quick spin is like RTG - not like how NetEnt usually do it.. Its not good.

Maybe someone else will enjoy it...

Another FAIL IMPO... Next...

Nate

yep i dont like it is a complete clone of the first one apart from the sticky wilds in free spins
have only tried it in fun mode though did hit all 99 lines with that house only paid 50x my bet dont think that is a lot for 99 lines with 5 of a kind

 

[mn001]

I am member of all netent casinos. Got like 100 of free spins on this slot on the different casinos today.

Didnt like it at all. Same as the first one. Got up to +eur100 on unibet on those free spins and played it a bit more but busted out quickly. It's probably not as high variance slot as the first but close to it.

 

[dionysus]

LOL, didn't get much a chance to appreciate it either way sadly; 5 free spins, win total: 0

 

[rainmaker]

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Thanks guys for taking the time to share your thoughts about this new game

I just got home from a little vacation, so I have not played it much. Only tried a few spins in fun mode last week. But I will probably try it more a bit later.

Good or bad, it is always interesting to hear what people think of these new NetEnt games, so thanks again

 

[Jazzbaz]

I have a love/hate relationship with the first Jackhammer. It can go on huge cold streaks (my record is 39 dead spins in a row) or huge streaks with no free spins (1239 in a row). But every once in a while, it could really save the day by throwing out a good number of 50-100xbet wins in close succession. You didn't even need the free spins for this necessarily, just nearly a screenful of some of the better paying symbols.

Jackhammer 2 seems to be a totally different animal. 99 lines means that the individual line wins are godawful. The lines also follow totally different patterns to what you might think, making many seemingly a winning spin a total dud. However, what this one has in common with the original Jackhammer is the propensity for long streaks of dead spins, which is especially deadly for the bankroll since the minimum bet is twice as big and the small wins in between are REALLY small. Free spins only having a multiplier of 2 doesn't help, either.

Obviously I haven't had the chance to put in thousands of spins yet, but it is already murdering me with the hundreds.

I can already say that Jack 2 will not get a lot of playtime from me. Chuck it in the garbage bin with the likes of Robin Hood and Subtopia from the newer net ent slots.