The report evaluates 80+ game attributes to identify which mechanics, features, and themes are most closely associated with top-performing titles in the New Core Video segment, one of the most important and competitive segments in the industry. Results show that performance is strongly associated with mechanics such as Hold & Spin, Cash on Reels, Feature Combos, Expanding Reels, Credit Boosts, and Perceived Persistence. Top-ranked games increasingly rely on multiple trigger paths to initiate features and jackpots. Newly tracked mechanics gaining traction include Nested Hold & Spin, Nested Wheels, and Prize Areas, which appear more frequently among higher-performing games. The data also shows a shift toward Cartoon-themed titles, though Asian-themed games remain the leading genre overall in supply. Feature Combo games and 5×3 reel matrix video slots continue to dominate the Top 25 rankings.
