As a sea of Irish slot titles flood in for iGaming operators across the globe, Luck’s Wild Pub by Pragmatic Play was the most popular game during March 2025.
Revealed by research from iGamingTracker, it was notable that six of the top 20 Irish-themed games were developed by studios under Games Global, with 9 Pots of Gold being its most successful title.
In second place to Luck’s Wild Pub was Playtech’s Leprechaun Luck, which underlined a strong period of engagement for Playtech as the firm’s Leprechaun Luck Cash Collect also came in seventh on the list of top games.
The trend was set by Rainbow Riches in 2016, a game that ushered in an era of Irish – themed games featuring symbolism that players resonate with Irish culture.
As a result of the significant success enjoyed by Irish games, we now see the theme as a key focus for suppliers, each year. The table below presents the top 20 Irish-themed games launched in 2025. Luck’s Wild Pub, which debuted in mid-February, has enjoyed the most global exposure, proving that players continue to resonate with Irish themes, particularly around St. Patrick’s Day.
Global love
Furthermore, the research also detailed that whilst there are some themes that only resonate with certain markets – the Irish theme transcends various regions.
However, it’s the UK that has the strongest connection to the games that are Irish-themed, according to the iGaming Tracker data.
Irish vs Fish
The surge of Irish games is similar to the monumental growth of fishing titles, where Fishin’ Frenzy, launched by BluePrint in 2017 opened the door for a whole new era of titles that have set the trend for iGaming operators in the modern era.
The major engagement in the game led to a series of sequels, inspiring other studios to create their own fishing-themed slots. A notable example is Pragmatic Play’s Big Bass Bonanza series, which has significantly contributed to the growing preference for fishing-themed games among players.
This trend demonstrates how slot game themes evolve over time, with successful titles often giving rise to entire subgenres. As Irish-themed slots continue to hold a strong seasonal appeal, their long-term dominance may depend on innovative reinventions and fresh gameplay mechanics to keep players engaged.
This analysis is based on iGaming Tracker data from regulated casino sites, excluding those in Asia, Oceania, and Africa. The findings provide a focused view of trends in key online gambling markets, reflecting how Irish-themed slots perform in comparison to emerging thematic trends.
