A new concept in crash games
Crash games are popular in Kenya and across Africa due to their fast gameplay, simplicity, and instantaneous payouts. However, most of these game formats feel generic — moving objects and multipliers, without any personalised elements.
The latest version of the Matatu crash game, however, stands out. It has been inspired by the matatu culture in Kenya, often represented by minibuses with detailed and artistic graffiti paintwork, cheeky slogans engraved at the back, and booming music.
In the upgraded Matatu game, Shacks Evolution Studios has translated matatu culture into an engaging iGaming experience.
What’s new in Matatu crash?
Since it’s a new release, these are the features you’ll find in the latest version of the title:
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Refined visuals that portray the vibrant and artistic elements of matatus.
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You can now bet on four more vehicle types, including Nganya, Chap Chap, Tuk-Tuk, and Boda, for a more localised experience.
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Faster animations that make gameplay more immersive.
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Daily, weekly, and monthly jackpots, plus African-themed bonus rounds and a Matatu Bonus for consistent players.
Local culture meets iGaming
Localisation and personalisation are among the biggest trends in iGaming, and with Shacks Evolution Studios tapping into this with their Kenyan-focused Matatu crash game, they’ve created a gaming experience that resonates with players.
Matatu is a piece of a larger strategy, as stated by the company’s CEO, Ayofemi Panshack:
“As we have launched Matatu in Kenya, we have also launched several variations of this in other markets. These include Tro-Tro in Ghana, Busly in Nigeria, and Lada in Ethiopia. We didn’t want to make a one-size-fits-all game, so we localised each one for each market. You will find different vehicles and different environments that relate to the people of each country in each game version.”