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EPISODE · Jan 15, 2026 · 22 MIN

AI Slots, 100% RTP Myths & Why Most Games Feel Disposable ft. Aziz Akylbekov, CPO 18Peaches

from iGaming Real Talk · host Surya Palli

Can AI-Slots replace human-made slot games? or players can feel when consistency and craft is missing?In this episode of iGaming Real Talk, I sit down with Aziz Akylbekov, Chief Product Officer at 18Peaches to talk about where slot games are heading and what most studios are getting wrong.We cover:- Why “100% RTP” claims are pure marketing- Whether players actually understand RTP and volatility- Why most slots today feel like reskins- How 18Peaches approaches game narratives and consistency- The real limits of AI-generated slot games- Why players can feel when a game is “off” even if they can’t explain why- Taking creative risks with themes, mechanics, and storytellingAziz shares an interesting perspective on why not every game needs to solve a pain point and why making games “tastier” might matter more than chasing trends.If you work in iGaming, game development, or product, this one will make you rethink how games should be built.🎙️ Hosted by Surya Palli 🎧 Like, follow & share if you found this episode useful.

Can AI-Slots replace human-made slot games? or players can feel when consistency and craft is missing?In this episode of iGaming Real Talk, I sit down with Aziz Akylbekov, Chief Product Officer at 18Peaches to talk about where slot games are heading and what most studios are getting wrong.We cover:- Why “100% RTP” claims are pure marketing- Whether players actually understand RTP and volatility- Why most slots today feel like reskins- How 18Peaches approaches game narratives and consistency- The real limits of AI-generated slot games- Why players can feel when a game is “off” even if they can’t explain why- Taking creative risks with themes, mechanics, and storytellingAziz shares an interesting perspective on why not every game needs to solve a pain point and why making games “tastier” might matter more than chasing trends.If you work in iGaming, game development, or product, this one will make you rethink how games should be built.🎙️ Hosted by Surya Palli 🎧 Like, follow & share if you found this episode useful.

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