Eric Reis

Senior Game Artist specialized in UI @ Pipa Studios

Praia Bingo | Ibiza

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Ibiza is a new bingo machine launched within Praia Bingo, one of Brazil’s leading mobile bingo games. Set aboard a Mediterranean cruise ship headed to the party island of Ibiza, the machine introduces a dual mechanic: bingo on top, poker on the bottom. As players mark numbers on their cards, hidden poker cards are revealed and, depending on the hand formed, bonus prizes are awarded.

I was involved from the early concept stages through final delivery, contributing to both the UI and the art direction of the machine. I also created the Splash Art, the key visual used to introduce the machine to players.

Visual Direction

The brief called for a vibrant, high-energy aesthetic that captured the spirit of Ibiza nightlife while remaining readable and functional on mobile. We developed a visual language anchored in deep red and golden, to refer the elegance and the cassino culture around in the island.

We also brought to life the personality of Iza, a DJ dog who serves as the machine’s mascot.

The challenge was keeping the scene lively without competing with the UI elements that players need to read quickly during gameplay.

My Contribution

UI design and art for the machine interface, including the dual bingo/poker layout. Splash Art illustration. Visual development and asset production throughout the project.

Team & Credits

  • Mascot & character illustration: Rafa Louzada
  • Additional art: Evelyn Rivero
  • Animation: Rodrigo Melo
  • Art Direction: Ivan Freire