Games have been an integral part of life since the dawn of time. No matter what culture you look at, there are games of some sort or another. From ancient Roman games like battledore (similar to badminton) to the board game Senet from ancient Egypt, people have been playing for centuries. This innate desire to play games has influenced cultures around the world. However, just as games have shaped societies, cultures have influenced games. Indeed, we only have to survey today’s gaming industry to find a diverse range of cultural artefacts.
One part of the industry that’s heavily influenced by famous cultures is online casino gaming. Slots in particular feature images, animations, and sound effects from Egypt and beyond. Take, for example, the Irish spinner 9 Pots of Gold. Like other online slot machines at Genesis, this game has five reels embossed with familiar Irish icons such as…
