Legendary Highlander Film on the Reels of New Microgaming’s Slot

Soon after the release of the video slot based on Hollywood horror blockbuster Halloween, Microgaming signs a licensing agreement for another hit. Fans of Highlander, the legendary adventure action fantasy film starring Christopher Lambert and Sean Connery, will be able to meet their favorite characters in a new game this December.

Highlander is the legendary motion picture, directed by Russell Mulcahy and released in 1998. The action takes place in New York City and Scotland, with the main character, Connor MacLeod, fighting against his immortal opponent for the priceless reward - knowledge and abilities that can enslave the human race.  Microgaming obtains the license for the slot about this exciting story through Studiocanal, brokered by Creative Licensing Corporation.

“… many iconic personages from the film, and enjoyable bonuses”

“Many of the iconic characters from classic “Highlander” are featured in the slot, including Christopher Lambert as Connor MacLeod, Roxanne Hart as Brenda Wyatt and Clancy Brown as The Kurgan. We think fans are really going to enjoy revisiting this epic story, and seeing their favorite heroes and villains in game format,”  comments Stephanie Kupperman at Creative Licensing.

The studio is getting ready to release the Highlander slot with 243 paylines on December 6th. Players will get a chance to enjoy a variety bonuses.

David Reynolds, Games Publisher at Microgaming, said  “Highlander is seen as one of the great cult hits of the 80s. With its action-packed storyline and hefty rock inspired composition, it is a fantastic brand for an online slot. The game studio is busy completing the slot that captures all of the movie magic. The game’s features will incorporate the historical Scottish Highlands and gritty New York City, with a classic movie poster art style and blistering guitar tracks.”