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Thunderkick

An eccentric Swedish studio that treats slot design as a form of art and animation, known for its unconventional themes and quirky characters.

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Overview

About Thunderkick

Thunderkick is a Swedish studio founded in 2012 by former Net Entertainment employees. The company approaches slot design from an artistic perspective, with each title featuring a fully realised visual world and unconventional themes that differentiate it from mainstream competitors.

Company History

Thunderkick was founded in Stockholm in 2012 by a group of developers who had previously worked at Net Entertainment. The founders deliberately chose a low-volume, high-quality approach from the outset, releasing a small number of titles per year with distinctive concepts. The studio's early titles — including 1429 Uncharted Seas and Birds on a Wire — established its reputation for unconventional design. The Pink Elephants series, launched with the original in 2017, became the studio's most commercially successful franchise.

Technology & Platform

Thunderkick develops all games in HTML5 with mobile-first design. The studio's game engine is proprietary and designed to support the high-quality animation and character work that defines its visual style. Games are certified by independent testing labs including GLI, and Thunderkick holds MGA, UKGC, and Swedish regulatory approvals. The studio distributes directly to operators and through aggregator partnerships.

Markets & Licensing

Thunderkick holds licences from the Malta Gaming Authority, UK Gambling Commission, and Swedish Gambling Authority. The studio distributes across European regulated markets including the UK, Sweden, Denmark, Finland, and Malta, with availability through aggregators extending reach into additional markets.

Signature Games

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Pink Elephants 2

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Birds on a Wire

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Esqueleto Explosivo

Specialties

♦ Unique visual identity per title
♦ Offbeat narrative themes
♦ Unconventional symbol sets

Provider Details

Founded

2012

Headquarters

Stockholm, Sweden

Game Count

40+ slots

Product Types

Slots

Key Licences

• Malta Gaming Authority

• UK Gambling Commission

• Sweden

Reviewed

2026-06-01

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes Thunderkick different from other slot studios?

Thunderkick is known for prioritising artistic consistency and narrative uniqueness over volume. Each title has a fully realised visual identity, unusual theme, and bespoke sound design. The studio releases fewer titles than competitors but with a higher degree of conceptual distinctiveness.

What is Thunderkick's most popular game?

Pink Elephants and its sequel Pink Elephants 2 are Thunderkick's most commercially successful titles, combining high volatility with the studio's characteristic surreal visual humour. 1429 Uncharted Seas and Esqueleto Explosivo are also frequently cited as standout titles from the catalogue.

Where is Thunderkick based?

Thunderkick is headquartered in Stockholm, Sweden. The company was founded in 2012 by former Net Entertainment employees and has maintained its Stockholm base throughout its development, positioning it within the strong Swedish iGaming development cluster.

How many games does Thunderkick release per year?

Thunderkick releases significantly fewer titles per year than mainstream high-volume studios, typically producing between four and eight new games annually. This deliberate restraint is a core part of the studio's identity, allowing each release to receive extensive development attention.

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