Hard Rock Bet To Offer Branded White Hat Studios Slots In New Jersey And Michigan
Hard Rock Bet has announced the launch of the Hard Rock Hotstepper slot - a custom-branded slot produced by White Hat Studios and based on its original 7’s Fire Blitz Hotstepper title.
The game is available on Hard Rock’s New Jersey and recently-launched Michigan sites, further strengthening its position among the best online casinos operating in regulated US markets.
7’s Fire Blitz Hotstepper Becomes Hard Rock Hotstepper
The original 7’s Fire Blitz Hotstepper is a classic-themed slot played on a 3x3 machine with five paylines.
It has a 95% RTP, 1,000x maximum win, and medium to high volatility.
Among its key mechanics are Cash Collect, Hotstepper and Fire Blitz features - all of which have helped it stand out among the best online slots in its category.
Spin Cash and Cashpot symbols in reels one and three can be collected by landing a Collect symbol on reel two to activate the Cash Collect feature.
The chances of landing the Cash Collect feature are increased, thanks to the Hotstepper feature.
When a Cash Collect symbol lands on reel two, it stays on the reel, stepping down one position with each subsequent spin.
The Cash Collect doesn’t have to be part of an initial winning spin to launch the Hotstepper feature.
When the Cash Collect feature does land, the Fire Blitz bonus is activated. The player gets three respins to try to land coins on the first and last reels.
If any coins land, their values are added to the Collect symbol in the center reel. Respins are reset, and play continues until no respins remain.
Hard Rock Digital’s Vice President of Casino, Rich Criado, said of the new game: "Hard Rock Bet Casino is built around delivering premium entertainment with a player-first approach, and Hard Rock Hotstepper is a great example of that.
"White Hat Studios did an excellent job bringing Hard Rock’s energy and heritage into a game experience that feels distinctive, engaging and truly exclusive to our players."
Hard Rock Hotstepper is a Hard Rock-branded variant of the 7’s Fire Blitz Hotstepper. It includes branded visuals and an updated soundtrack.
The game is exclusive to the gambling giant’s Michigan and New Jersey online casino apps.
White Hat Studios’ Vice President of Gaming, Armen Tatarevic, said: "Hard Rock is a household name in the global entertainment industry, and by harnessing its famous branding, we have developed a bold, dynamic product built on the proven successful 7s Fire Blitz foundations.
"A prominent operator in key US markets, Hard Rock Bet Casino is a valued partner, and we have no doubt that Hard Rock Hotstepper will be a hit with its customers."
"Hard Rock Hotstepper is a Hard Rock-branded variant of the 7’s Fire Blitz Hotstepper."
Hard Rock Continues Growth
Hard Rock Bet launched its online sportsbook in New Jersey in 2019.
In 2023, it rebranded and redesigned the app to include online casino features. In December 2025, the company launched in Michigan.
The online casino is currently only available in these two states, although it continues to expand its online and physical presence.
This includes the recent opening of a new casino in its home state of California.
