ELK Studios — The Studio Behind Pirots
ELK Studios is a Swedish slot maker founded in 2013. It built the Pirots series and the CollectR mechanic. It's now part of the Light & Wonder group. Its games run at licensed casinos worldwide.
This is the short version of who makes Pirots. And why the games turn up where they do.
Who ELK Studios are
ELK Studios started in Stockholm in 2013. It stayed small and focused on a handful of mechanics done well.
The Pirots series is its biggest hit. CollectR gave it a mechanic nobody else had, and players noticed.
In recent years ELK joined the Light & Wonder group. That brought its games to even more licensed sites.
It holds proper licences, including the MGA and the UKGC. That's the reason you'll find Pirots at regulated casinos.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Founded | 2013, Sweden |
| Group | Light & Wonder |
| Licences | MGA · UKGC |
| Signature | CollectR mechanic |
| Bonus buy | X-iter menu |
| Key series | Pirots, Nitropolis, Gold |
The mechanics ELK is known for
CollectR
The heart of Pirots. Four birds eat gems of their colour on an expanding grid. No paylines, just collections that build into features.
X-iter
ELK's bonus-buy menu. Pay a multiple of your bet to skip straight to a feature or bonus. The RTP doesn't budge when you buy.
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ELK Studios FAQ
Who are ELK Studios?
ELK Studios is a Swedish slot maker founded in 2013. It builds games like the Pirots series and is part of the Light & Wonder group. Its titles run at licensed casinos worldwide.
Is ELK Studios licensed?
Yes. ELK Studios holds licences including the Malta Gaming Authority and the UK Gambling Commission. That's why its games appear at regulated sites.
What is the CollectR mechanic?
CollectR is ELK's signature Pirots engine. Four birds roam a grid and eat gems of their own colour. There are no paylines, just collections and an expanding board.
What is X-iter?
X-iter is ELK's bonus-buy menu. It lets you pay a multiple of your bet to jump straight to a feature or bonus. It never changes a game's RTP.
Which ELK games are most popular?
The Pirots series is its flagship right now. ELK also runs the Nitropolis and Gold series, both known for expanding grids and high volatility.