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Hacksaw Gaming welcomes Jinx Gaming to its OpenRGS platform, with the Wolverhampton-based studio launching their debut title Dead Headz.
Mar 30, 2026 · 4 min read

Hacksaw Gaming announced on 04 Dec 2025 that Jinx Gaming has joined its OpenRGS Studio Partnership platform, marking another expansion of the distribution network with a distinctive new content provider.
The Wolverhampton-based studio debuts with Dead Headz, showcasing their signature approach to blending arcade mechanics with traditional slot formats. Founded in 2024, Jinx Gaming positions itself as an innovator in the arcade-slot fusion space.
Jinx Gaming's geographical roots play a central role in their creative philosophy. Founder Reu Wilde emphasizes the studio's working-class origins as a driving force:
"We're not born in a creative capital – we're from Wolverhampton, from 'The Black Country'. Rust, cracked brick, post-industry. Proper working class. But that just means we have something to prove, and we're here to make games loud enough that the world won't forget where they came from."
— Hacksawgaming
The debut title demonstrates Jinx Gaming's methodology of combining familiar slot mechanics with arcade elements. While maintaining a traditional base game structure, Dead Headz features the "==Shoot & Loot Waves==" bonus round, where players navigate an underground graveyard scenario armed with a revolver to face undead opponents.
Arcade-Slot Fusion Gaming
Jinx Gaming represents a growing trend in the iGaming industry where developers blend traditional slot mechanics with arcade-style gameplay elements. This hybrid approach aims to attract players seeking more interactive experiences while maintaining familiar slot game structures that operators and players understand.
Both companies express optimism about the collaboration's potential. Wilde highlighted the strategic alignment:
"The entire Jinx team couldn't imagine a better partner for our games than Hacksaw. The OpenRGS aligns perfectly with our vision to create truly innovative games and thrilling experiences for players."
— Hacksawgaming
Marcus Cordes, Operational CEO of Hacksaw Gaming, emphasized the partnership's role in the company's broader platform strategy.
"We're delighted to welcome Jinx Gaming as a new OpenRGS partner. This partnership is a testament to our strategy of continuing to roll out our platform to successful partner studios. Launching the title Dead Headz is an exciting first step, and we're looking forward to bringing their distinctive experiences to players around the world."
— Marcus Cordes, Operational CEO of [Hacksaw Gaming](https://www.hacksawgaming.com/news/new-studio-launch-hacksaw-openrgs-welcomes-jinx-gaming)
This addition reflects Hacksaw Gaming's continued focus on diversifying its OpenRGS ecosystem with studios that offer differentiated content approaches. The partnership provides Jinx Gaming access to comprehensive distribution capabilities while expanding Hacksaw's content portfolio with arcade-influenced mechanics that distinguish the offering from traditional slot experiences.
OpenRGS is Hacksaw Gaming's distribution network that allows partner studios to access comprehensive distribution capabilities. The platform enables smaller game developers to reach global markets while expanding Hacksaw's content portfolio with diverse gaming experiences.
Dead Headz combines familiar slot mechanics with arcade elements, featuring a 'Shoot & Loot Waves' bonus round where players navigate an underground graveyard with a revolver to face undead opponents. This represents Jinx Gaming's approach to arcade-slot fusion gaming.
According to founder Reu Wilde, Hacksaw's OpenRGS platform aligns perfectly with Jinx Gaming's vision to create innovative games and thrilling player experiences. The partnership provides the Wolverhampton-based studio with global distribution capabilities for their distinctive arcade-influenced content.
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