Online casino games developer Microgaming has announced that the progressive jackpot tied to its Mega Moolah video slot recently made one British player very happy after handing out a seven-figure prize.

The Isle of Man-based firm used an official Thursday press release to detail that the anonymous aficionado was enjoying a few games on its five-reel and 25-payline Mega Moolah game at GenesisCasino.com when they were transformed into an instant multi-millionaire courtesy of a cash reward worth €3,252,353 ($3,610,455).

Slight stake:

Microgaming explained that Malta and United Kingdom-licensed GenesisCasino.com is a product of operator Genesis Global Limited before pronouncing that the fortunate online casino player took home their life-changing cash reward on November 8 courtesy of a wager worth only €7.25 ($8.05).

Lucrative operation:

Andrew Clucas, Chief Operating Officer for Microgaming, used the press release to declare that the Mega Moolah video slot was launched in November of 2006 while his firm’s most recent award means that its network of progressive jackpot games has now paid out over 1.7 million prizes worth some €121 million ($134 million) this year alone.

Read a statement from Clucas…

“Congratulations to GenesisCasino.com and the lucky winner on this truly life-changing win. Mega Moolah has once again delivered an amazing payout. Our industry-leading progressive jackpot network has now paid out €1.1 billion ($1.2 billion) and continues to lead the way, offering players thrilling and rewarding gameplay experiences.”

Rapturous reaction:

For his part, Ariel Reem from Genesis Global Limited, stated that GenesisCasino.com was launched ‘by a team of experienced and enthusiastic specialists’ in 2014 and went on to establish itself ‘at the forefront of online entertainment’ courtesy of collaborations ‘with skilled and passionate people.’

Reem’s statement read…

“We’re ecstatic for the player on their massive win on the Mega Moolah jackpot. It’s been a thrilling ride but one lucky player had to strike so congratulations from everyone at GenesisCasino.com. We look forward to seeing many more winners on our platform.”