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Treasure Ireland

18 May 2013 01:10:52 GMT

Treasure Ireland is a creative spinoff of Treasure Island. There is a strong Irish influence to many aspects of the game, and almost everything is green. The main character is a redheaded pirate with an eye patch and a green hat. Microgaming went all the way with the artwork for this game, and you will feel more like you are in a video game arcade than an online casino every time you play. The symbols are fun, and everything meshes well. This game is technically a combination between a classic slot and a bonus slot. There is full-featured bonus game that you can activate over time, and it can pay almost as well as the primary jackpot. In addition to the bonus game, there is a multiplier, which comes in very handy in a game with so few reels.

The main colors in Treasure Ireland are green, red, gold, blue and brown. The ship is pretty much the only brown object in the entire game. There are splashes of red for buttons, bandanas and the captain’s beard. Parts of the ship and maps are yellow and gold, but they do not stick out nearly as much as the red. Apart from the ocean, green takes up almost every other available pixel of the game’s screen.

One very neat thing about Treasure Ireland is that it has a free-play mode through some sites (right here!). If you aren’t sure whether or not you like the game, you can spend a few minutes or a few hours trying the game out and seeing how everything works. This is not a fruit machine (click here), so there are not any special strategies that you need to learn, but some people feel more comfortable knowing what to expect from a game. The bonus round also takes some getting used to, so you might want to run through that a few times without real money until you get the hang of it.

Wheel of Wealth - S.E

18 May 2013 01:10:51 GMT

Wheel of Wealth Special Edition doesn’t look like much, but it is actually one of Microgaming’s most successful video slots to date. The original game (find it here) was actually a three-reel classic slot with some fun features and a similar game theme. This five reel slot follows in its predecessor’s footsteps, and it is arguably even better than the original. Despite its popularity, the original game did not have very detailed artwork, and it got by on its superior gameplay alone.

This special edition has polished artwork and a more glitzy appearance than its predecessor. Also, the color scheme is primarily black and gold. Though it lacks the complete suite of features that you might expect from one of Microgaming’s five-reel games, Wheel of Wealth Special Edition has an easy-to-play bonus game and has a bet-to-payout ratio far higher than most non-progressive games. If you think that you have what it takes to crack this game, then start spinning.

There are generally two classes of five-reel slots that Microgaming designs. Both typically have a maximum bet of 250 coins regardless of the cash limit. Half of the games use 50-cent coins, and the other half use $1 coins. Wheel of Wealth Special Edition uses 50-cent coins. Interestingly enough, however, the top jackpot is $50,000 for a bet of $125. Microgaming’s slots that use $1 coins often have jackpots in the $30,000 to $60,000 range. Simply put, you get more bang for your buck when you play this slot.

The bonus game for which Wheel of Wealth is named is quite simple. Rather than getting free spins, you get to choose from awards that can pay you more than 1,000 coins each time. This feature is activated when you get five special icons on your reels at the same time. The bonus pops up with a lesser frequency than in the three-reel game, but it happens enough that it adds to your effective win rate significantly.

Mad Hatters

18 May 2013 01:10:51 GMT

You might remember reading about the Mad Hatter when you were a kid. This game is dedicated to him and his otherworldly tea parties. Mad Hatters has it all. Many five-reel games like these, have at least one bonus feature missing, but not this one. Not only is there a free-spin game, but you also win twice as much during the free-spin cycle. There are a wild symbol, a multiplier and a scatter, and they function like they would in any other slot. As is the norm for a multi-payline game, this one has a bonus game. What is unusual is that Mad Hatters has both a bonus game and an auto-spin feature. The only way that this game could be more perfect would be if it had a progressive jackpot (click here). The jackpot is also uncharacteristically high for the wager required to win it. You should definitely try this slot out.

The color scheme is actually quite easy on the eyes. Most of the background is done in pink and purple, and the symbols all have at least a little purple in them. Rather than depicting the character himself, Microgaming chose to use a red hat to represent the Mad Hatter. Other symbol icons include a piece of chocolate cake on a dish, a rabbit in a purple hat, a cupcake, sundaes, a grandfather clock and a lady in a yellow hat. All of the paylines are different colors, so you really will feel like you have stepped into a surreal world when you play.

As a 30-payline slot, this one lets you bet as many as 300 coins on each spin. Coins can be anywhere from 1 cent to 25 cents. If you are feeling extremely lucky, you can bet the full $75 on each spin which is quite satisfactory for high rollers (strong players). Take advantage of the high win rate by finding a betting limit you are comfortable with and letting expert mode do all of the spinning for you.

Apocalypse Cow

18 May 2013 01:10:50 GMT

Apocalypse Cow is one of Microgaming’s less conventional three reel slots (check this page). The game’s theme is based loosely on a cult movie, but the characters are not specifically named in the game. However, you might get to see more of the background story if Microgaming ever decides to do a five-reel version. While not all that interesting, the artwork and color scheme are at least easy to digest, which is more than can be said for many slots.

The symbols range from different types of fruit to a helicopter. However the apocalypse goes for everyone else, it obviously didn’t go too well for the cow, because it takes three cuts of steak to activate the bonus round. In addition to the bonus round, there is a symbol that serves as a multiplier. Apocalypse Cow is unlike other classic slots in that it also has holding and nudging features more commonly seen in fruit machines like these. The theme isn’t particularly inspiring, but the gameplay is engaging and the payouts fair.

Holds and nudges are important when you play Apocalypse Cow. How you play will ultimately affect how much you make over thousands and thousands of spins. Some combinations should always be held and nudged, but you are likely best off leaving the small combinations alone. The general idea is to maximize your win potential without exposing yourself to unnecessary risk of ruin.

The base payout isn’t overly high, but there are some redeeming factors. For one, this is a three-reel game with a multiplier and a bonus game, so any winning combination that you get may be higher than those seen in other similar slots. The holds and nudges give you a greater degree of control over your win rate if you actually know how to use them. There are nine winning combinations, so you will get plenty of opportunities to rake in stacked payouts.

Abra-Kebab-Ra!

18 May 2013 01:10:50 GMT

At a glance, it might be difficult to tell whether Abra-Kebab-Ra is a fruit machine or a meat machine. While all of the symbols are standard fruit icons, the background is of meat, cheese and assorted pieces of food on kebabs. The theme is essentially about a food market and a magic lamp that one might rub to summon a genie. And while you can’t actually rub the lamp, you can at least hold and nudge the reels to make your wishes come true.

In addition to the standard fruit machine elements, Abra-Kebab-Ra has a bonus game. The bonus game gives you chances to win additional money, and it keeps gameplay interesting. This slot is not as fast-paced as some classic slots and games without holding and nudging, but it should appeal to fruit machine players who enjoy the extra challenge. As long as you know how to hold and nudge, you will make or lose as much when you play Abra-Kebab-Ra as you might on any other of Microgaming’s three-reel slots (click for more). Give this game a fair chance, and you might be pleasantly surprised.

Microgaming designed Abra-Kebab-Ra to be compatible with its online casino packages. As such, you can play this game in different languages if you are signed up at the right online casinos. You can also use different currencies. European currencies are worth more than the dollar, so you can technically gamble for more if you use an online casino based out of Europe. Conversely, if you are in Europe and want to play at lower limits, you can play at an online casino that uses dollars. The gameplay is the same, but the limits and jackpots will scale according to the currency that you choose to play with.

How you hold and nudge when you play on a fruit machine is ultimately up to you, but there are some general guidelines that most people should follow. For one, you should never pay to hold and nudge a combination that isn’t worth the investment. Stick to gambling on combinations that have the potential to pay you a great deal. For instance, always hold and nudge a combination that is almost a jackpot.

Cherry Red

3 May 2013 23:10:43 GMT

Cherry Red is a solid three reel slot that doesn’t have too many surprises. The game has a favorable payout rate, and it is simple to use. Though it doesn’t have a free-spin game, a scatter symbol or a bonus game, it does have a multiplier and a wild symbol. One of the best things about Cherry Red is that the maximum wager is only $10, so even players who do not have large bankrolls can conceivably win the maximum jackpot.

Like most three-reel games (click here for more), this one is not progressive, but it does have a consistent payout rate comparable to those of the best slots online. True to form for a classic slot, there is only one payline, and you can only stack a maximum of two coins on it. This is a lean and engaging slot that is sure to keep you coming back for more.

Everything but the payout schedule is bright red, and there is a graphic behind the game’s title of three red cherries on connected stems. The other symbols are not very noteworthy, but they do match the rest of the color scheme. There is also a bell. The cherry symbol is a multiplier and a wild symbol, both of which are highly advantageous when you are playing on only three reels.

The minimum bet size is quite low, but it is important to realize that most machines with 1-cent minimum bets generally require you to fill several paylines with multiple coins in order to have any kind of shot at a jackpot. Cherry Red requires that you bet at least 25 cents on each spin. The maximum coin size is only $5, and you can bet two of them on the sole payline. There are no hidden conditions or hoops to jump through if you want to win.

Dino Might

3 May 2013 23:10:43 GMT

There aren’t many five-reel games with such stunning artwork and immersive gameplay. Dino Might is one of Microgaming’s multi-reel bonus slots, and it has most of the features typical in similar games. It has a multiplier, a wild and a scatter, but there is not a free-spin game. Along with its five reels, this slot has 25 paylines that you can activate by assigning coins to them. If you were ever a fan of dinosaurs as a child, playing this slot will make you feel like a kid again. The payouts are also no joke. You can win as much as $40,000 from a normal spin. It isn’t a progressive game, so you will always win at least 80,000 coins if you hit the jackpot. Play Dino Might if you love dinosaurs and want to win some money.

Microgaming (click for more) has brought dinosaurs back to life in Dino Might. Colossal herbivores and carnivores thunder across the five reels every time you spin. You can hear their roars and the sounds of a prehistoric forest between spins. The artwork looks like it has been peeled out of a colored graphic novel, and it feels like some of the dinosaurs are looking right at you when you play. Some of the other symbols are of prehistoric plants and fungi. The background is of an orange, pink and purple sunset and brown rocks.

Instead of allowing $1 coins, this game has a maximum coin size of 50 cents. Each of the 25 paylines lets you stack 10 coins, so the maximum assigned to each is $5. If you max out all 25 paylines, your bet will be $125. Winning the jackpot with a bet of $125 pays $40,000. In comparison, a bet of $250 for most of Microgaming’s other five-reel slots (check this page), will pay you about $60,000. No matter what level you are playing at, a jackpot of 80,000 coins is very respectable.

Pollen Nation

3 May 2013 23:10:43 GMT

Online slot play doesn’t get much sweeter than this. Pollen Nation raises the bar in themed slots, and you will enjoy every spin when you play it. Get used to seeing shades of gold, brown, yellow and black, because the color scheme is quite uniform. Like all of the five-reel slots that Microgaming designs, this one has multiple paylines. As is usually the case, you can bet multiple coins on each of the paylines, and you can generally bet as little or as much as you want to on each spin. There are, however, a few game features missing from this slot that you might find in other machines, but how much you win or lose will be about the same as with any other machine. If you are willing to brave the wrath of the guard bees, dip your hand into the honey jar and try to walk away with some gold.

This game is all about honey. And you can’t have honey without pollen. The bees in Pollen Nation work hard to produce honey, and they have armed guards to protect their queen and liquid gold at all costs. The bees featured in the symbol icons have some human characteristics, but there is no mistaking them for anything other than insects. Some of the symbols include the royal jelly, a nurse, pollen cereal, a honeycomb, a worker bee, a jar of honey, beeswax, the queen and a guard.

You can play Pollen Nation at almost any betting limits. You have to bet at least a single 1-cent coin in order to spin. A single coin can have a value as high as 50 cents. You can wager a maximum of 10 coins on each of the 25 paylines, making $125 the absolute highest wager possible. The jackpot is 6,000 coins if you have enough coins on the paylines. Assuming that you bet the maximum when you trigger the jackpot, the most that you can win is $30,000.

Win Spinner

3 May 2013 23:10:43 GMT

Win Spinner is not your typical fruit machine. Like most fruit slots, it has the typical nudges and holds, but there are also bonus features. For instance, there is a feature that automatically spins your winning combinations and gives you chances to win more. Win Spinner has a background of bright blue water with a beach and mountains in the background. The symbols all look exactly how fruit machine symbols should, and the entire design seems more cohesive than many other classic slots and fruit machines designed by Microgaming.

There is only one payline across the three reels, and you can bet one coin at a time. While it does have a few uncharacteristic features, it is still a fruit machine, so you will not see any advanced bonus games or countless paylines and special symbols. Give this winner a spin if you would like to take a shot at the 500-coin jackpot and the 13 winning combinations.

This fruit slot has a betting range similar to those seen in real in-casino machines. The minimum wager is 10 cents, and you can ramp that all the way up to $10 if you feel comfortable doing so. A maximum wager of this size makes betting and playing the maximum more feasible for most players. If you trigger the jackpot with a $10 bet, you can make at least $5,000. The bonus round is another factor to take into consideration when determining how much you might actually win when you play.

The strategies you employ when you play Win Spinner are the same as those you might use when you play other fruit machines. If you get what looks like a close combination, and that combination has the potential to pay you well, you can hold and nudge certain reels. If the reels spin in your favor, you can get the full win amount minus whatever it costs to hold and nudge.

Bush Telegraph

3 May 2013 23:12:38 GMT

Microgaming is well known for its immersive video slots, but Bush Telegraph raises the bar a few notches. This game makes you feel like you are in the middle of an African rainforest or on a savannah. The artwork on the reels is nice, but the bonus game and the pay schedule are particularly beautiful. Free-spin game players will enjoy the one that this slot has because of its tripled payouts and frequent triggers. There are only 15 paylines, and each holds five coins. The only real downside to this game is that its maximum jackpot is not particularly high.

However, due to the overall high payout rate, you can still do quite well for yourself over time if you stay within your bankroll limits and exercise a degree of patience. And if looking amazing isn’t enough, this game also has some great sounds that you will not find in any other Microgaming slots (click here). Try out Bush Telegraph if you want to immerse yourself in a wildlife adventure where there is plenty of fun and even more money.

The symbols are as amusing as they are aesthetically impressive. Most of the animals in the game are depicted playing various types of drums. For instance, there is a pink lemur beating a bongo drum. There is also a brown warthog playing a golden drum. Some of the symbol icons are represented by simple card values.

Appropriately enough, a seedpod represents the scatter symbol, and getting three, four or five of them at the same time on the reels will activate the free spin game. The free-spin game gives you 10 free spins with payouts that are automatically tripled. You activate the Bongo Bonus by getting at least three bongo drums on a payline that you have paid to activate. The object of playing Bongo Bonus is to hit the drums and be rewarded for your trouble. Also, do not miss the complete list of 5-reel slots on this page.

Bingo Bango Boom

20 Apr 2013 15:42:13 GMT

Casino games always evolve, but Microgaming has pushed this game further from the norm than most of its slots. Bingo Bango Boom is a colorful hybrid between a fruit machine and a bingo game. The main slot functions as a classic fruit machine, but it also has a bonus feature that unlocks one of 15 hidden games. Because of its multiple bonus games, this slot isn’t like most fruit machines to which you can play from this page, but you will probably enjoy it if you know how to hold and nudge combinations effectively.

Your first impression of Bingo Bango Boom might be that it looks like a bag of melted candy that someone has smeared all over a windshield. The background is primarily yellow, and multicolored balls and stars are sprinkled around the reels. For those who cannot immediately tell that it is a fruit machine by looking at the symbols, there are written reminders that you can hold, nudge and spin to maximize your win rate when you play.

You can trigger the bonus game over time by lighting up all of the bingo balls near the bottom. They light up after you accumulate enough spins. When you get to ball number eight, you trigger the Bingo Bango Boom bonus feature, which gives you access to one of 15 separate games.

The real secret to winning when you play Bingo Bango Boom is to make sure that you are using the fruit machine features correctly. Not every close combination should be held and nudged. Take into account how much it costs to hold and nudge a combination before deciding to bet on it. Typically, you should risk the extra money on combinations that almost complete jackpots and other high-paying combinations. Once you get the hang of playing a fruit machine, you can boost your effective win rate to level comparable to those in Microgaming’s classic slots.

Happy New Year

20 Apr 2013 15:42:12 GMT

This slot celebrates the new year all year round. This game is actually based on Chinese New Year, and the background is primarily red and yellow. The symbols depict Chinese-style fireworks and firecrackers that fizzle and pop of their own accord. For a three-reel game, this one has a lot of clutter on the front screen, but there is some order to the chaos. The pay schedule is to the right of the reels on the front screen, and it shows you which combinations pay you the most.

Like some of Microgaming’s other three-reel slots (click for the complete list), this one has five paylines, and the payouts go up with each additional coin that you add. Furthermore, there is a proportional payout bonus when you hit the jackpot on the fifth payline. This is not a three-reel game for low-stakes players. In order to win a lot, you may have to bet a lot, but this fast-paced game may be exactly what you are looking for.

Happy New Year has a massive betting range for a three reel slot. Playing at the lowest limits will not typically pay out at a favorable rate, but betting somewhere in the middle or near the maximum may be worth your time and money. You can place a bet with 1 cent on a single payline. There is an allowance of one coin for each of the five paylines. There are several other coin sizes, but the maximum is $25.

If you activate all five paylines with $25 coins, you can place a bet as high as $125, which is as high as those in many five reel slots. The top jackpot is 2,400 coins, which is $60,000 if you bet the maximum. The effective payout rate is somewhere between 95 and 96 percent, and there is no bonus game, so this rate will stay consistent regardless of how you play.

Isis

20 Apr 2013 15:42:12 GMT

Isis is a Microgaming slot named after the Egyptian goddess of magic. This five reel game has a background the color of an Egyptian pyramid, but the rest of it is quite colorful. Almost all of the symbols have some tan, orange and gold in them. The 25 paylines all have their own colors, which makes it somewhat easier to tell them apart. However, the paylines are staggered, so it can sometimes be difficult to tell which you have won on. The betting limits are on par with those seen in Microgaming’s other five-reel games with jackpots of the same size. The main reasons people play Isis are for its automatic spins, spectacular free-spin options and its multifunctional special symbols. Give this slot a spin or two if you enjoy no-nonsense play and dislike having to play bonus games.

Unlike most games with automatic spins in expert mode, Isis has a gamble option after each winning combination. However, your play will not be interrupted after every win. If you decide that you want to take a chance at doubling your win, you can simply click on the icon. In order to use the gamble option after a win during expert mode, you need to stop the automatic spins before they cycle again.

Isis has a solid free spin game like any good five reel video slot should. Getting between three and five scatter symbols on your reels will earn you 20, 25 or 35 free spins. Every win during a free-spin cycle is randomly multiplied between two and six times.

Isis also has a multiplier and a wild symbol. The special symbols work in the free-spin cycles, so you can multiply your payouts several times. For instance, if you were to win 150 coins during a free spin, you might have that amount multiplied by six. In turn, that amount might be doubled if you were to choose correctly in the bonus gambling round.

Starscape

20 Apr 2013 15:42:12 GMT

Reach for the stars, navigate alien galaxies, explore new worlds and claim small moons as your own. Starscape is as much an adventure as it is a game. This video slot was inspired by the old TV show. The spaceship still even looks the same as it did in the series. Despite the symbols being neon-bright and colorful, the background is the impenetrable black of deep space, which is a pleasant departure from some of the louder color schemes you might find in other video slots. The game’s interface makes you feel like you are actually at the controls of a massive spaceship.

There are some key differences between Starscape and many of Microgaming’s other five reel video slots. For one, there is not a free-spin game. This may be a bummer to some fans of free-spin cycles, but no game is perfect. One advantage of playing a game without a free-spin cycle is that it is easier to get a feel for what your effective win rate will be. The payout schedule will more or less give you an accurate idea of how much you will win for combinations that you get without multipliers. Another difference is that Starscape pays out a maximum jackpot of $70,000. However, you need to bet the full maximum in order to win that amount, so it may be outside the bankrolls of most players.

The bonus game is easy to play, and it pays quite well. Upon getting three or more of the spaceship symbols on your reels, you start the bonus round. In the bonus round, you are tasked with choosing squares with random values. There are 25 squares, and you win if you choose four identical squares at the same time. The bonus game can actually pay out better than the main jackpot, and prizes range from 500 coins to 12,500 coins.

Starscape has relatively standard betting limits. There are 25 paylines, and you can put 10 coins on each. Coins range in size from 1 cent to $1. The maximum bet is $250, one plus point for high rollers.

Hitman

20 Apr 2013 15:42:11 GMT

This is a Microgaming slot based on the Hitman franchise. While Agent 47’s missions typically involve killing, your mission when you play is to make a killing. There are five reels, so you will see more symbols than you might in a classic slot or a fruit machine. How much or how little you can bet is fairly flexible, but you will not see top betting ranges as high as those in most of Microgaming’s five reel games. When you figure in the maximum bet size, the jackpot payout is about average. One unique characteristic of Hitman is that it has a recurring theme based on the number 18. One of the symbols has the number 18 on it, and there are 18 spins in the free spin game. Fan of the game and movie or not, this is a slot that should keep you entertained for hours on end without bombarding your senses with the bright colors and flashing lights commonly seen in other slots.

Like in the video games and the movie, this slot’s colors are mostly black, red and white. The background is primarily black, but there is some artwork that depicts Agent 47 in his signature black suit and red tie. The main character of the game is completely bald, and he has a barcode on the back of his head. He uses two handguns and is always dressed impeccably.

The coins are maxed out at 25 cents each, but you can still bet 1 cent on a spin. Each of the 15 paylines allows you to bet 20 coins, making the maximum bet 300 coins for a spin, making this a very attractive slot for strong players (high roller). The jackpot is capped at 4,000 coins. However, the amount you are paid will depend on which payline you win on.

Distinguishing characteristics of Hitman include its free spin game with 18 spins, its color scheme and its target bonus game. In the bonus game, you select targets to win prizes, which stays in line with the Hitman theme.

Break da Bank Again

7 Apr 2013 17:24:02 GMT

Break da Bank Again is the five reel sequel to Break da Bank. Microgaming made the theme similar, but this version has more utility and less artwork. The symbols are more crisp and shiny, but they do not have as much personality as those in the three-reel game. This slot does, however, have several things going for it. Like most five-reel games (watch them in action), it has all of the special symbols. There is also a free-spin game. There is not a real bonus game, but there is a gamble feature that gives you a chance to quadruple your earnings every time you hit a combination that is on the payout schedule. The most noteworthy characteristic of this game is that multipliers and free spin bonuses apply to the top jackpot. You can win as many as 375,000 coins if you hit the jackpot under the right circumstances. Play Break da Bank Again for its high potential jackpot, fast pace and its relatively low maximum bet.

You can play this slot with one penny per spin if you like, but it is easy to activate all of the paylines on a budget. Coin sizes range from 1 cent to 25 cents, and you can bet 10 coins on each of the nine paylines. As such, the maximum bet is 90 coins—$22.50 if you use the largest coins. The base jackpot is low, but it can be multiplied several times by the game’s various modifiers. If you get extremely lucky, you can win 375,000 coins, which is proportionately one of the highest jackpots (click for more) that you can find on a non-progressive Microgaming slot.

The free-spin game is where the magic happens. If you get three or more bank vault scatter symbols on your reels at once, you activate the free spin game, a cycle in which you are awarded 25 free spins with payouts that are randomly multiplied by between five and 25 times. This multiplier applies to every combination on the payout schedule, so you will realistically win a great deal more than you might initially expect.

Track and Fieldmouse

7 Apr 2013 17:24:02 GMT

Track and Field Mouse is technically a fruit machine, but it also has multi-payline bonus slot features. The game is about mice who run track and field in the Olympic games. The main character can be seen in the logo with the Olympic torch as he runs to start the games. In its capacity as a fruit machine (click here for the complete list), this slot gives you more holding and nudging options than you will see in most other games. In line with its Olympics theme, Track and Field Mouse has bronze, silver and gold payline ranks with payouts that get higher at each level. Lastly, there is a win spin bonus feature that allows you to take free shots at additional bonuses every time you get a winning combination on the reels. Even if you are a fruit machine purist or a classic slot purist, this game can be a lot of fun.

Because it is a three-reel game with spinning reels instead of cascading reels, Track and Field Mouse uses a single stacked payline instead of three paylines. One coin activates bronze mode, two coins activate silver mode, and three coins activate gold mode. The jackpot in gold mode is 500 coins, which comes out to $5,000 if you bet the maximum. While the payout may not seem high, this slot’s effective payout rate is roughly 97 percent, which is about the same as those in other Microgaming games.

The trick to winning when you play Track and Field Mouse is to know how to effectively utilize the fruit machine features. The win spins are free, so they are essentially zero-effort payouts. It may take some getting used to at lower betting limits to start with, but the holds and nudges make it possible for you to exercise a degree of strategy that is impossible in other slot games like those available in this page.

HipHopOpotamus

7 Apr 2013 17:24:01 GMT

Prepare to be bombarded with loud colors when you first lay eyes on HipHopopotamus. This game doubles as a pub slot and a fruit machine (check out this page), and it has several features that make playing dynamic, challenging and fun at the same time. The game is about a hippopotamus with a lot of money and some highly distinctive personal style quirks. For one, he is big and pink, and he wears dark sunglasses. He also wears golden knuckles with dollar signs emblazoned across them. Apart from the bonus symbol, there are not any wilds, scatters, multipliers, or other special symbols. As such, you only really need to keep track of how symbols rank on the payout schedule. There are, however, a few fun bonus games, which is unusual for a three reel, single payline fruit machine.

Betting is the easy part of playing HipHopopotamus; you can only bet one coin at a time. The minimum coin size is 10 cents. Subsequent coin size allowances are 20 cents, 25 cents, 50 cents, $1, $2, $5 and $10. This is not the best game for penny gamblers, but it does have a narrower betting range than most of Microgaming’s games.

The tough part of playing HipHopopotamus is knowing when to hold and nudge the reels in order to maximize your win potential. Doing so effectively takes some time and practice, but you can win much more frequently once you get the hang of it.

There are four bonus games, and you activate them when you get points from bonus symbols on your reels. The main bonus game is the Hi/Lo grid game. You can accept the prizes that you are given or risk losing your prize for something better on the grid. This game does not take any real skill, but it can be a fun and lucrative reprieve from the endless spins that you endure in other slots that you may find in this page.

Sure Win

7 Apr 2013 17:24:01 GMT

Sure Win is a Microgaming video slot about horse racing and jockeys. There are multiple horses and jockeys featured on the reels, some of which are special symbols. While most five-reel games have a few unique symbols and a few that are generic, you won’t see Sure Win’s artwork in any other games. The background is green, and the five cascading reels and your player controls dominate the rest of the space. There are 25 paylines, so you can bet as many or as few coins as you like. Even though this slot has all of the basic bells and whistles that you might find in another game, it doesn’t have any bonus games or gamble spins. As such, this is a faster-paced game than you might be used to, but its 97 percent payout rate makes it very worth trying.

Whether you are a small-time bettor or a high roller, you can afford to activate all 25 of Sure Win’s paylines. The minimum coin size is a penny, and the maximum coin size is a quarter. You can bet 20 coins on each of the paylines, making the maximum bet a whopping $125 which is pretty good for high rollers. However, just because you can bet $125 doesn’t mean that you need to do so in order to get the most out of Sure Win; you can play with smaller coins, and the payouts will scale accordingly.

One of the biggest advantages that Sure Win has over other five reel multi payline games, is a mode that enables hands-free spinning. Everything is customizable, and you can set the spins to stop if certain conditions are met. Expert mode can even be set to spin the reels continuously until you strike gold or run out of coins. Playing this way also facilitates multi-box gaming for those players who like to play several slots at once.

Avalon

7 Apr 2013 17:24:00 GMT

When you play this game, you will find yourself transported to the mystical land of Avalon, the island where King Arthur was said to have drawn his sword from stone. Avalon is a place of magic, mystery, warriors and castles. This slot has 20 paylines on its five cascading reels, and you can activate them all or play on just one payline. The maximum jackpot from the base game doesn’t appear to be high at a glance, but it can be affected by the multipliers in the free spin game, so it is actually higher than most of the jackpots you will see in other Microgaming video slots you may find by visiting this link. If you are looking for a game with stunning artwork and interesting symbols, this slot doesn’t have much to offer. That said, Microgaming designed Avalon as a highly functional five reel slot that pays out well and has limits accessible to bettors with bankrolls of every size.

If you want to play small, you can spin with just 1 cent. If you want to play big, you can bet as much as $100 across the 20 paylines. The maximum coin size is 50 cents, and you can assign 10 to each payline. The base jackpot is 3,000 coins, and the secondary jackpot is 1,000 coins, but the free-spin game can multiply however much you win by as many as seven times—and that applies to the jackpots, too.

You can activate the free-spin game by getting three or more Ladies of the Lake anywhere on your reels at the same time. You get 12 free spins, and your payouts are randomly multiplied by up to seven. As such, the posted coin amounts on the payout schedule can be misleading. Players who dislike slow games will love Avalon. You can enter expert mode and set the game to spin for you. You can also increase the speed of the spins so that you can play more times per hour.

Fortuna

29 Mar 2013 21:45:25 GMT

Fortuna is similar to several of Microgaming’s other classic slots with three reels and five paylines. In terms of its artwork and sounds, this slot focuses on Fortuna, the Roman goddess of fortune. As such, you really want her to be in on your side when you gamble. Most of the slot screen is taken up by her striking blue eyes and a horn that is overflowing with treasure. The symbols in the game are not particularly exciting, but they still do what they are supposed to do. While it is typically played using American dollars, Fortuna can be played in other major currencies at rates that scale accordingly. Overall, this is a slot that pays well, plays smoothly and is easy to use.

This game’s volatility is high, meaning that you can win a lot or lose a lot in a short period of time, so make sure that you are bankrolled appropriately for whatever limits you choose to play at. Each of the five paylines lets you bet one coin, so you only need to bet five coins in order to gain access to the top jackpot. The smallest coin size that you can use is 25 cents, and the largest coin size that you can use is $5. If the online casino that you play at caters to a European clientele, the game may be in a currency other than American dollars.

The paylines work slightly differently than those in some multi-payline, three-reel slots. Instead of only using horizontal paylines, this game also has diagonal paylines. The primary reason for this is so that all five of them can fit on a three-reel game’s screen. When looking at where your combinations line up, pay attention to their colors instead of where they land. The colors will correspond with whatever payline you win on. The fifth payline has a payout of 6,000 coins, which is $1,500 if you use the smallest coins. Conversely, the top jackpot is $30,000 if you use $5 coins.

SpellBound

29 Mar 2013 21:45:25 GMT

Spell Bound is one of those games that will make you feel like you are playing in an old Las Vegas casino. This classic slot has a portrait of a beautiful redhead across its front. The redhead wears a jeweled circlet on her brow, and her flaming hair is a wild mess, which is appropriate because she also serves as the game’s wild symbol. Two of the jewels from her circlet are also special symbols. The rest of the symbols are bars. In all, there are six symbols, which is standard for a game with three reels. This slot has a lot going for it, and you should definitely try it out if you would like to take a shot at its non-progressive jackpot of $30,000.

The smallest coin size is 25 cents. Coins get as big as $5, and you can bet one on each of the three paylines. If you want to bet the maximum, you can wager as much as $15 on a single spin. The maximum jackpot on the third payline is 6,000 coins. Hitting the jackpot with a minimum bet will give you a payout of $1,500. Hitting the third-payline jackpot with a $15 bet will earn you a flat $30,000. While the top jackpot is high, it is important to note that there are technically three different jackpot amounts. How much you win will depend on which payline you get the jackpot on. While the third payline pays you 6,000 coins, the first payline only awards 1,500.

The only unusual symbol in Spell Bound is the redheaded wild, which is also the symbol that you need to get three of for a jackpot. Wilds are very effective in three-reel games because there are only so many combinations that you can get. Otherwise, this spellbinding game is very simple and easy to play. There are no free-spin or bonus games, so you do not have to worry about having your gameplay constantly interrupted. Even if you do not habitually play slots (play for free), the high payout alone makes this game worth trying out.

Sonic Boom

29 Mar 2013 21:45:24 GMT

Sonic Boom is a highly unusual single payline classic slot. This game is about a fighter jet that can fly faster than sound, and it breaks the sound barrier every time it accelerates. Unlike some other three reel games with multi-tiered coin schemes, this game allows you to bet multiple coins on one payline instead of across multiple paylines. As such, you will always be able to immediately tell whether or not you have won. The top jackpot is proportionately equal to those in some of the three-reel, five-payline games.

However, the maximum bet is capped at $10 instead of $25. Sonic Boom also has two special symbols that enhance gameplay and dramatically improve your odds of winning every time you spin. If you like Microgaming’s multi payline, three reel slot machines, you may find Sonic Boom to be a simpler and lower-budget alternative.

The minimum coin size in Sonic Boom is only 5 cents, so you should activate both coin slots whenever possible. There is only one payline, which means that you do not have to worry about winning the jackpot only to find out that you have won on the smallest payline. The jackpot for a single coin is 1,200 coins. If you bet two coins, you can win a jackpot of 2,500 coins. Apart from the extra 100 coins on the jackpot, the rest of the winning combinations’ payouts are only doubled. You can assign a value of as high as $5 to each of the two possible coins, making the top bet $10. The top jackpot is $12,500 ($25,000 if the bet is highest).

This game has both a wild symbol and a multiplier. The Sonic Boom logo is the wild, and it can replace any other combination on the reels. Even if you only have one other symbol, two wilds will complete the combination. The logo is also the best symbol that you can get, and it activates the top jackpot of 2,500 coins.

Gold Coast

29 Mar 2013 21:45:24 GMT

Gold Coast is a game inspired by the Australian city of the same name. Known for its beautiful trees, sprawling beaches, azure water, friendly people and thriving wildlife, the city is a bustling tourism destination. This slot’s artwork reflects the beauty of its namesake with its hazy background of palm trees and gold coins. Gold Coast is somewhat of a hybrid game. While it has three reels like a classic slot (click to play), it also has multiple paylines and some special symbols. You cannot hold or nudge combinations, so it is not a fruit slot. Whatever you want to call it, this non-progressive three-reel game is a lot of fun, and it has a very nice jackpot. If you like playing fast slots with high potential payouts, this may be the game that you have been looking for.

There are six symbols in Gold Coast, which is standard for a three-reel game. The game’s logo is the wild symbol, and getting it three times in a row on an activated payline will win you a jackpot. The wild symbol can fill in for every other symbol besides the scatter, and you can use it to complete partial combinations for full payouts. The wild is particularly effective in three-reel games. There is also a scatter symbol, and you can use it to complete combinations that do not line up perfectly. Unfortunately, the scatter symbols do not activate a free-spin game, but no slot is perfect. There is also not a bonus game, which means that you can spin as fast as you want without being interrupted to play a game that you do not know how to win.

Like a classic slot game in a brick-and-mortar casino, Gold Coast’s minimum bet is 25 cents. You can assign a value of anywhere from 25 cents to $5 to each coin, and you can bet one coin on each of the five paylines. The highest allowable bet is $25, and betting that much allows you to win the top jackpot of $30,000. Regardless of the coin value that you assign, the payout for the fourth payline is 6,000 coins.

Break da Bank

29 Mar 2013 21:45:23 GMT

Now is your chance to break the house’s bank when you play the slots. You more than deserve a big win, and this game can give you a shot at just that. Break Da Bank is a serious three reel video slot with a wide betting spread allowance and a hefty maximum jackpot. It is one of Microgaming’s only three-reel games (read more) with a maximum bet of $125. Fortunately, the jackpot scales accordingly. There is not a bonus game, but there are some special symbols that keep things interesting and boost your net win rate. All in all, Break Da Bank is a versatile slot that is easy to use and pays out well.

In the game’s plot, you are tasked with breaking into a massive vault in a maximum-security bank. Within lie enough riches for you to live out your days in luxury. The symbols are mostly different types of bars, but there are also a dollar sign and the game’s logo. Across the front of the machine, you can see the open bank vault overflowing with gold coins in stacks that reach the ceiling. The game’s sounds also make you feel like you are inches away from a heavy steel door, working your magic on the lock.

Like some of the other similar slots that Microgaming has made, Break Da Bank has a proportionately higher payout on its fifth payline. When you hit the jackpot on the first payline, you are awarded 1,000 coins. Winning on the fifth payline means that you walk away with 2,400 coins. Having more paylines activated also means that your coins cover more reel space, giving you more opportunities to win on each spin. The minimum that you can bet on a coin is $1, which may be too much for low-limit gamblers. However, the maximum coin size is $25, so high-stakes gamblers can play Break Da Bank instead of five reel games (click here) if they are looking for a jackpot over $50,000. This slot has a top jackpot of $60,000, putting it well ahead of other three-reel games.

Mocha Orange

15 Mar 2013 00:22:43 GMT

Mocha Orange is a classic three reel slot (click for more) that lends itself to rapid play and low-risk gambling. Despite its name, Mocha Orange does not have much to do with mocha. There is, however, a great deal of color, and the best symbol that you can get is an orange. It is not a fruit machine (Play here), so you cannot hold or nudge combinations when they are close, but it does have some special symbols that you would usually only see in a five-reel slot (click here). You should play this slot if you like high-speed play and frequent payouts. Mocha Orange is not the right game for every slot player, but classic slot players will love it.

There are two paylines, and their respective jackpots scale evenly, unlike in some multi-payline classic slots that require you to activate every line before getting a shot at a proportionately higher payout. The jackpot is not particularly high compared to those in some other slots, but the effective payout rate is at least average. Furthermore, there is not a bonus game, and you do not need to execute perfect holds and nudges, so the hypothetical payout rate is exactly what you will get when you play.

You can bet one coin on each of the two paylines. The smallest coin size is 25 cents, but you can assign a coin value as high as $5. The overall maximum bet is $10. With a single-coin bet, the jackpot is 800 coins. With both paylines activated, the jackpot goes up to 1,600 coins. The most that you can make on a single $10 spin is $8,000. While it may not seem like much, this game has a wild symbol and a multiplier, both of which ramp up your win rate in a three-reel game far more than they would in a five-reel game.

Tomb Raider 2

15 Mar 2013 00:22:43 GMT

Tomb Raider 2 (Secret of the Sword) is the Microgaming slot version of the acclaimed video game and movie. The story follows Lara Croft, a wealthy relic hunter who finds lost treasures and does battle with men and beasts alike. After her father died, Lara Croft became the tomb raider. She is adept in several martial arts, and she always carries her two pistols during her adventures. The artwork is very detailed, and it makes you feel like you are playing the console game. Tomb Raider 2 also has gripping background music and sounds. The slot game has five reels and a whopping 30 paylines. Furthermore, there are three exciting bonus games, one of which multiplies your wins by 450. Whether you are a fan of the movies, a fan of the games or have never heard of Lara Croft, this is an exciting and visually immersive five-reel slot (for more free 5 reels, check this page).

Most of the symbols in Tomb Raider 2 are of Lara Croft in different outfits, all of which show off her long legs and perfect curves. Spinning the reels is like watching a parade of runway models with guns. Other symbols include pieces of a broken sword and a British passport.

You can activate the free-spin game by picking up enough of the green artifact symbols. The free-spin game can be re-triggered indefinitely, and it multiplies all of your wins based on whatever your original wager is.

The second chapter of Tomb Raider, has three bonus games that allow you to win in new and creative ways. The Global Adventure Bonus is one of the games, and it has several large win multipliers. It is really more of a bonus feature than a game. There is also a Hidden Treasure feature that multiplies your wins by two. The third bonus is an actual game in which you have Lara Croft shoot disks that reward you with large cash prizes.

Jamaican-A-Fortune

15 Mar 2013 00:22:42 GMT

Jamaican-A-Fortune is a non-progressive pub slot by Microgaming (read more). It has a Rastafarian theme and an easygoing feel. Unlike most pub slots, this one has a bonus game. The bonus game helps to make up for this slot’s relatively low jackpot. The top jackpot is only 500 times the trigger bet, which is far lower than those seen in most three-reel slot games (click here). Features that set Jamaican-A-Fortune apart from other pub slots include its nudge and hold options. However, the win rate is actually higher, so the effective payout rate is comparable to most games; you will win smaller amounts with greater frequency. The minimum bet is 10 cents, and the maximum bet is $10. You can only bet one coin at a time.

From its music to its artwork, Jamaican-A-Fortune makes you feel like you are relaxing under an umbrella by a pool and sipping rum punch at a Caribbean beach resort. The color scheme and artwork can be a lot to take in at once. The theme is primarily done in bright reds, yellows and greens, and there is a smiling Rastafarian sitting in a hammock and drinking out of a coconut atop the reels in the bonus game. When the reels are spinning, all of the colors blend together and seem to merge with the rest of the screen. The background music is also very relaxing.

The bonus game is activated over many spins. You activate it in steps that count toward the game. In a sense, the bonus game is like your reward for sticking to the game through thick and thin. Once you make it through all seven activation steps, you trigger the bonus game. The bonus game is divided into multiple games. Which one you get is selected at random. All of them are fun, and they all pay out handsomely.

Legacy

15 Mar 2013 00:22:42 GMT

While it may have three reels, Legacy is hardly your typical classic slot. This game plays like a hybrid of a high-speed classic slot and a multi-payline game, perfect for high rollers and reckless gamblers. Notably absent are the scatter symbol, free-spin game and bonus game, but Legacy still has a wild symbol and a multiplier. Few three-reel games allow you to assign coin values as high as those in this slot. In addition, you can max out all five paylines.

There is also an unusual payline setup that gives you a bonus payout if you hit the jackpot on the fourth line. Most three-reel games do not have multiple paylines because players already win so frequently with such a high payline-to-symbol ratio. While very high, the jackpot is not as proportionately high as those seen in some other classic slots (play for fun). Regardless, Legacy is a very fun game.

Legacy’s color scheme is done in a dark red that is reminiscent of exclusive clubs and bottle service. The symbols are unremarkable, but they do match the color scheme. There is also a multiplier that doubles as a wild symbol, which is more than can be said for the vast majority of other three-reel games.

Coin sizes range from $1 to $25. As such, this is not a slot for the budget player. Each of the five paylines has one coin slot, so the maximum wager size is $125. Using coins on all of the paylines proportionately raises the maximum jackpot amount and gives you more opportunities to win on each spin. The top jackpot is actually on the fourth payline instead of the fifth, and it pays out at 2,400 coins. If you bet the maximum, the jackpot is $60,000. If you can afford to wager large amounts, Legacy can be absolutely thrilling to play.

The Osbournes

15 Mar 2013 00:22:42 GMT

You might remember the reality show about the Osbournes. Well, they even have their own Microgaming slot game. As far as five-reel, 20-payline slot games go, this one has a relatively high jackpot. The payout rate is well beyond those seen in most brick-and-mortar slot games, and it is about average for an online slot. The maximum bet is a respectable $100, but you can still bet as little as 1 cent on each spin.

In terms of game features, this slot has everything that you could possibly ask for in a non-progressive slot. The Osbournes has a wild symbol, a scatter and a multiplier. It also has a free-spin game and a bonus game. While the bonus game makes it impossible for you to automatically spin, you can still have a lot of fun. This slot is best for players who want to dedicate all of their attention to one game.

The artwork is more detailed than that seen in most of even Microgaming’s slots (here). Every member of the family has his or her own portrait. There are also symbols that represent items commonly seen in the reality TV show. Some other symbols include an electric guitar, a performance microphone, a chair, a dog and a family portrait. The color scheme is mostly a subtle dark red. During the free-spin game, the background turns a bright yellow instead of red.

In order to activate the free-spin game when you play The Osbournes, you need to get enough scatter symbols on the reels. The free-spin game gives you 10 free spins in a row with all of the payouts doubled. The jackpot is the only combination that does not get doubled during the free-spin game. There are actually two types of scatter symbols, and they function differently. Fortunately for you, this is a lucrative problem to have.

Munchkins

5 Mar 2013 21:09:01 GMT

Five reel game or not, Munchkins is one of Microgaming’s biggest slots. The maximum jackpot is high for even a 15-payline slot, and the smaller payouts are still larger than the jackpots in a lot of games. The theme in Munchkins is centered on cute little monsters that eat household items and other symbols in the game. In order to increase this slot’s pace, Microgaming took out a few standard features that you would typically see in other five-reel games (Click here). For instance, there is not a bonus game. You should play Munchkins if you want a slot that has a low house edge and doesn’t take itself too seriously.

Some of the symbols unique to Munchkins include a set of keys, a school textbook and a wallet with a wad of cash in it. The wild symbol does not substitute as a scatter or double as a multiplier, but it will complete any non-scatter combinations. The scatter symbol is an Oreo, and getting enough of them at once will activate the free spin game.

In fact, the free-spin game will give you 20 free spins every time you get three, four or five scatters on your reels. You can trigger the game indefinitely. Along with its uncharacteristically playful symbols, the game has its own unique sounds. You can hear the sounds of munching every time you play.

You can bet as little as 1 cent or as much as $75 on a single spin. Coin sizes start at 1 cent and go up to 50 cents. You can bet 10 coins on each of the 15 paylines. The top jackpot is 15,000 coins, which comes out to $75,000 if you bet the maximum. Unfortunately, this game does not have a multiplier or stacked payouts in the free-spin game, but the effective payout rate is still hard to match.

Peek-a-Boo

5 Mar 2013 21:09:00 GMT

Peek a Boo has a ghost theme in which a little kid in goggles battles the undead armed with only his ghost blaster. This game is one in a line of Microgaming’s three reel, five payline classic slots. It does not have a progressive jackpot, but the non-progressive jackpot is quite high, both proportionately and in general. Like most classic slots, this one does not have a bonus game, which is actually to your advantage because you can get in more spins per hour. While some similar Microgaming slots have multipliers, this one does not. There is, however, a wild symbol. As far as three-reel games go, Peek-a-Boo is a safe, fast-paced slot that pays out quite handsomely.

You can bet five coins at once, with one on each of the paylines. The smallest coin size is 25 cents, and the largest is $5. The jackpot for the fourth payline is 6,000 coins. So, if you bet the maximum of $25 on a spin, you can win $30,000. Given the payout bonus on the fourth payline, you are likely to win more often if you use smaller coin sizes on all of the paylines instead of large coins on a single payline.

It is important to note that maximum payouts can be deceiving. Five-reel games (play here) typically have more paylines, which means that you get more opportunities to win if the right symbols are on the reels. That said, three-reel games have fewer symbols and fewer reels, so you will get favorable combos more frequently.

Peek-a-Boo should be considered a low-risk slot. Most three-reel classic slots have jackpots maxed out at $8,000. And while $25 for a single spin may sound like a lot, it is nowhere near as high as some of the $250 bets that you can place on five-reel games. Furthermore, the payouts are in coins, not flat dollar amounts, so you can adjust your wagers to accommodate your bankroll.

Winning Wheels

5 Mar 2013 21:09:00 GMT

Winning Wheels is a slot game about car racing. The symbols are all related to racing, and there are nine symbols overall. On top of the primary game, there is also a bonus game in which you can win bronze, silver and gold medals. In terms of how it is played, this slot is similar to a fruit machine (click here), except it doesn’t have any fruit symbols. You can hold and nudge partial combinations and symbols on the reels when you think that you can turn a profit.

The primary complaint that players usually have about Winning Wheels is that its jackpot is relatively low compared to those in other three-reel, single-payline games. If you are looking for a big win, this is not your game, but the payouts happen with enough regularity to offset the low jackpot. Furthermore, the bonus game will help to keep you in the green.

The minimum coin size is 10 cents. You can assign values of 10 cents, 25 cents, 50 cents, $1, $2, $5 and $10 to each coin. There is a limit of one coin per payline, so there are no hidden features that you need to activate in order to hit the maximum jackpot; every spin has the potential to give you a 500-coin payout. The top jackpot is $5,000 if you bet the maximum.

Because there are no multipliers, scatters or wild symbols, to boost your win rate, you need to be good at using the holding and nudging features to win a lot. At heart, beyond the bright red exterior and car-related symbols, Winning Wheels is very much a fruit machine. The bonus game is also passive, so you do not need to learn anything special in order to benefit from it. Play Winning Wheels if you love cars and you want to test your skill at determining when holds and nudges are worth the additional investment.

Flying Ace

5 Mar 2013 21:09:00 GMT

Flying Ace is a slot from Microgaming’s line of three reel, five payline games. The background almost looks like the inside of an antique fighter plane. Everything is done primarily in gray, but there are also splashes of red, white and blue. The symbols are of bars, a woman riding a torpedo and a flying ace with a hat on his head. Like the other three reel games that have five paylines, this one has a proportionately higher payout for the fifth payline’s jackpot.

For a three-reel game, the maximum bet is high, which can be an advantage or a disadvantage. The main difference between this slot and the others in its series is that it has a wild symbol and a scatter symbol, both of which are much more effective in three-reel games than in five-reel games. Like several of Microgaming’s similar slots, this one has an auto-spin feature that you can activate while in expert mode.

Coin sizes in Flying Ace start at 25 cents and go up to $5. Each payline has an allowance of one coin, so you can bet a maximum of five coins. As such, the maximum bet is $25. The fifth coin activates the bonus payout on the fifth payline. Unlike in the games with stacked payouts for a single payline, this one has multiple paylines that you can win on separately. The payouts average out similarly, but you will win more frequently on a slot with five paylines. The top jackpot is 6,000 coins if you hit it on the fifth payline, which comes out to $30,000 when you spin at the game’s maximum.

The auto-spin feature and the special symbols are the only other unusual features of Flying Ace. The wild symbol can stand in place of others in order to complete combinations. The scatter symbol helps you win when your combinations do not perfectly line up on the paylines. You can set the auto-spin feature to play the game for you while you watch or while you play other games in separate windows. This feature also allows you to play Flying Ace in multiple windows at the same time if you find a betting limit that you are comfortable with.

Double Dose

5 Mar 2013 21:08:59 GMT

Double Dose is one of Microgaming’s three reel classic slots. It plays like most classic slots, but it has some features that set it apart from some of the other games. Unlike a fruit machine, which boosts players’ win rates by providing holding and nudging features, this slot has a wild symbol and a multiplier. The theme is based on a cute manga-style nurse who gives players their medicine.

Unlike on the three-reel, five-payline games, there is no proportional payout bonus when you use more coins; using a second coin merely doubles the payouts. The jackpot is not particularly high or low, but the effective win rate is comparable to other classic slots that Microgaming has designed in the past (Click here). Double Dose is not right for everyone, but players who prefer fast-paced games and the additional wild multipliers will enjoy playing it.

Coin sizes in Double Dose start at a minimum of 25 cents for a spin. Subsequent coin sizes are 50 cents, $1, $2 and $5. You can bet one coin on each of the two paylines, bringing the maximum bet for a spin to $10. The top jackpot for a single-coin spin is 800 coins, and the top jackpot for a two-coin spin is 1,600 coins. The second-largest payouts are 100 and 200 coins respectively.

It may not be the slot game with the highest payouts, but Double Dose is still fun to play. Moreover, the payout rate averages out to parity with other games. Wild symbols and multipliers are far more effective on three-reel games than on five-reel games because there are only six symbols. A single wild symbol in a five-reel game would need to be matched with four other symbols to complete a winning competition. In Double Dose, you can win a combination with one or two wild symbols and one or two of another symbol.

Froot Loot

17 Feb 2013 12:31:23 GMT

Froot Loot has one of the best payout rates of any classic three reel slot games. Rather than using the three-reel, three-payline configuration that some machines do for the higher payouts, Froot Loot allows you to stack the coins on a single payline. The maximum bet is not very high, and you can win as much as $25,000 with a $15 spin. The game is available in three major currencies, but the units stay the same, so you can bet and win the most when you play with pounds. Other non-standard features include a scatter symbol and an auto-spin mode. This slot is best for players who enjoy a simple yet lucrative classic slot without any confusing features or disruptive bonus games.

At a glance, one would assume that Froot Loot is a fruit machine, but it is in fact a classic slot. As such, you cannot hold and nudge combinations on the reels. This is both an advantage and disadvantage because the nudging opportunities in fruit machines are figured into the games’ overall payout rates for perfect play. With this slot, you cannot make playing mistakes.

Coin sizes start at 25 cents and go up to 50 cents, $1, $2 and $5. You can bet one coin on each of the three paylines, so the maximum bet is $15. Like in multi-payline games, the amount that you are paid goes up with each coin that you bet. The third coin activates the maximum payouts, and the jackpot is proportionately higher than those for one- and two-coin spins. For instance, the jackpot for one coin is 1,000 coins, and the jackpot for three coins is 5,000 coins.

Both casual players and serious players will appreciate this slot’s automatic spins. You can activate the automatic spins by going into expert mode. How the game automatically plays is up to you, and you can set limits for how much you would like to win or lose before the game stops. Alternatively, you can put in some money and then spin until you run out of coins or the slot hits the jackpot.

Rings and Roses

17 Feb 2013 12:31:23 GMT

Rings and Roses is a non-standard classic slot that has five paylines and three reels. The artwork and symbols are of roses, diamond rings and bells. There are also standard bar symbols. The maximum jackpot is higher than those of most three-reel games, but it takes $25 to win it. However, you can play at lower coin sizes and still net high wins because of the proportionately higher payouts when all five paylines are activated.

Rings and Roses is a non-progressive game, and its only unusual features are a wild symbol and an auto-spin mode. If you are willing to spend a bit more per spin, you can win as much as $30,000 playing this slot. Otherwise, you can always play at lower limits in multiple boxes to take advantage of the five-payline payout bonuses.

The coin sizes that you can use are 25 cents, 50 cents, $1, $2 and $5. Each payline holds one coin, so the maximum bet is $25. The only payline with a proportionally higher payout is the fifth one, so you need to play with five coins if you want to get more out of your money. Additionally, you get more chances to win when all of the paylines are activated, so it is in your best interest to play with smaller coins if you cannot afford to bet $25 on each spin. The payout for the jackpot on the fifth payline is 6,000 coins. The winning combination before the jackpot pays out at 300 coins.

The auto-spin feature works the same way that those in other three-reel games do. After entering expert mode, you can specify your auto-spin settings and give your fingers a break. Your win rate will be greatly complimented by the wild symbols when you use the automatic spins because there are only three reels. Also, there is not a bonus game, so the game will keep going until you hit the jackpot, tell it to stop or reach one of the coin limits that you have specified.

Umpire Strikes Back

17 Feb 2013 12:31:22 GMT

The Umpire Strikes back does not strictly fall under any specific category of slot game. Technically, it can be classified as a fruit machine, but it has several features that make it more of a hybrid video slot. On the surface, it simply looks like a fruit machine, with various types of fruit for its symbols, a green background and a single payline. The theme is based on cricket, and there is an umpire holding a cricket bat next to the game’s name. The betting limits are quite flexible, and the payout ratio is about average for a three reel game. There is also a bonus game similar to those seen in five-reel games. This is a great game for people who love five reel games and fruit machines because it has aspects of both and a looser payout rate than either.

Coin sizes start at 10 cents and go up to $10. The maximum payout is 1,000 coins, which is $10,000 when you bet the maximum on a spin. You can only bet one coin at a time, making it easier to keep track of your betting units and win rate.

Like any fruit machine, The Umpire Strikes Back allows you to hold and nudge close combinations on the reels. Furthermore, there is a win spin feature that gives you more opportunities to get higher payouts.

Unlike most fruit machines, this one has a bonus game. The bonus game is activated when you get three red cricket balls in a row on your payline. While it requires more guesswork than some bonus games, the Hi/Lo game is fun and offers you proportionately high payouts compared to the game’s standard winning combinations. Playing The Umpire Strikes Back bonus round involves guessing numbers between one and 12 while red, yellow and blue stumps light up.

Totem Treasure

17 Feb 2013 12:31:21 GMT

Totem Treasure has one of the highest jackpots of any non-progressive Microgaming slot. The theme is based on totems and symbols of spiritual animal power. Considering how polished the other aspects of the game are, the artwork is relatively unremarkable. Symbols include a teepee, a pipe, a campfire and a woman with feathers in her hair.

This slot has five reels and five paylines. You can only bet one coin on each of the paylines, which means that five is the maximum coin amount for a spin. Like most similar games, this one has a wild symbol, but there is not a multiplier. Totem Treasure does have a free-spin game or a separate bonus game.

Coin sizes in Totem Treasure range from 25 cents to $5. With one coin on each of the paylines, you can bet as much as $25 on a single spin. The highest jackpot is an astounding 12,000 coins, which comes out to $60,000 if you bet $25. A spin with $1 coins on five of the paylines will yield a jackpot of $12,000. However, because of the payline arrangement, you need to get the jackpot combination on the middle payline in order to get all 12,000 coins. Unfortunately, there's not a free-spin game to apply to the jackpot, which is randomly bestowed. In comparison, most five reel slot games require wagers of over $75 to win jackpots that exceed $50,000.

The dynamic of the game is easy to understand, as the value of the same symbols. Whether you like three-reel games or five-reel games, Totem Treasure is a dynamic online slot with a lot to offer any player. Just be sure to play on all five paylines so that you can get your money’s worth.

Bulls Eye

17 Feb 2013 12:31:19 GMT

Bulls Eye is one of the easiest slot games that you will find anywhere in any online casino. Green is this slot’s primary background color, and the theme is centered on a man in a blue shirt who is a professional darts player. This is one of the non progressive three reel slots with a single payline. Betting limits are locked for coin values, but you can bet anywhere from one to three coins on the payline. Bulls Eye is also one of the only three-reel slots with a wild symbol and a multiplier symbol enabled. If the fast-paced spins are not enough for you, there is a great bonus game that is very easy to activate.

Playing this slot is a lot like playing the type of slot that you would have found on the Las Vegas Strip in the ‘80s. The minimum coin size is $1, which is also the maximum coin size. You can bet anywhere from one to three coins on each spin. Unlike in some three-reel games, you do not need to bet the maximum in order to proportionately win the most coins on the top jackpot. In this game, all of the jackpots scale the same way. The top jackpot is $15,000 when you bet three coins, and it is $5,000 when you bet a single a coin.

The Dart Man is both a wild symbol and a multiplier. Getting one wild symbol in a completed combination will pay you at twice the normal rate, and getting two wild symbols will pay you at four times the normal rate. Wilds and multipliers are much more effective on three-reel games because there are so few symbols, so you will win more frequently.

You can activate the Bulls Eye bonus game by getting the dartboard symbol on the third reel. The game itself is quite simple, and all you really need to do is spin a dartboard of fortune for a payout. However, be sure to bet all three coins if you want to activate the bonus game.

Frost Bite

4 Feb 2013 19:45:02 GMT

Frost Bite is a three reel, double-payline slot with several features that set it apart from classic slots and fruit machines. The theme is based on frost, snow and winter, and the color scheme is done in light blues, white and turquoise. The base payout is slightly below average, but the actual payout rate is as high or higher than those of most slots due to the special symbols. The game’s expert mode also has some useful features. There is not a free-spin game or a bonus game, but Frost Bite still packs a lot of features into one three-reel game. You will enjoy this slot if you like the pace of three-reel games and the variety of five reel games.

The minimum coin size is 25 cents, and you can bet one coin on each of the two paylines. The maximum coin size is $5, bringing the maximum bet for a single spin to $10. There is no proportional payout spike for the second payline, so whether or not you activate both paylines will not dramatically affect your payout rate. The maximum jackpot is 1,600 coins, which is $8,000 if you bet the maximum when you trigger it.

Most three reel slot games do not have special symbols, but Frost Bite has a wild symbol, a scatter and a multiplier. The wild symbol also serves as a multiplier. Getting this symbol on your reels will help to complete partial combinations and multiply their payouts as if you had bet more. The scatter symbols do not activate a free-spin game, but they do give you wins from anywhere on the reels if you get enough of them.

Expert mode allows you to automatically spin without clicking. You simply enter your wager settings and allow the game to do all of the work for you. There are also other modes that you can use that allow you to spin five times in a row with one click. Because there is not a bonus game, you can set Frost Bite to keep on spinning until you hit the jackpot.

Jingle Bells

4 Feb 2013 19:45:01 GMT

Jingle Bells is a Christmas themed three reel slot by Microgaming. One of the reasons that the game is called Jingle Bells is because people win so frequently when all of the paylines are activated. This is one of the slots that Microgaming started developing when players began looking for ways to bridge the playing styles of classic three reel games and five-reel games. As a result, this slot has the fast-paced playing style of a classic slot and the high payouts, multiple paylines and wild symbols of a five-reel game. There is also an auto-spin feature. This slot is great for casual play, multi-boxing and players who want a $30,000 non-progressive jackpot.

For a three-reel game, Jingle Bells has a very broad betting spread allowance. The least that you can bet on a single coin is 25 cents, and you can only bet one coin on each of the five paylines. If you use the maximum coin size, you can bet as much as $5 on each of the five paylines, bringing the maximum bet for a single spin to $25. The maximum jackpot is 6,000 spins if you have activated all five of the paylines. You gain 1,000 coins for each payline that you activate until the fifth, which gives you another bonus 1,000.

To further compliment the three-reel classic slot playing style, Microgaming gave this game an auto-spin feature that allows you to spin almost indefinitely as long as you still have money in the machine. You can set the game to spin according to guidelines that you enter before beginning. You can cancel a cycle at any time. If you play in expert mode and set the slot to spin indefinitely, it will only stop if you run out of money, hit one of your stop limits or win the top jackpot. You can also set limits on the game for how much you are willing to lose and an amount at which you would like to lock in your profits.

Samurai Sevens

4 Feb 2013 19:45:01 GMT

Samurai Sevens is one of Microgaming’s three reel classic slots. The symbols are relatively standard for a classic slot, but the screen’s artwork and sounds reflect the game’s theme. The color scheme is primarily red and blue, and there is a stylized samurai cutting the three sevens in half under the game’s name. The betting limits are comparable to the other three-reel, three payline slot games that Microgaming has developed. Some of this slot’s deviations from the norm include a wild symbol and an auto-spin feature. This is a great game to play if you enjoy classic slots like those you would find in older Las Vegas casinos.

The symbols in Samurai Sevens are like those in other classic slots. There are six symbols in all, meaning that you will win more frequently than you would on the three-reel games with seven or more symbols. There are three types of bars, two unique symbols and the Samurai Seven symbol. The seven is the game’s wild symbol, and it can stand in place of any other symbol to complete partial combinations. In order to activate the jackpot, you need to get three wild symbols in a row.

The bet-to-payout ratio is quite high compared to those in other games. The minimum coin size is 25 cents, and the maximum coin size is $5. Betting three coins will activate all of the paylines and give you access to the highest jackpots. Jackpots for three-payline wins are proportionately higher than for those on one or two paylines.

This is a great game to play if you want to play multiple games at once. Samurai Sevens has an auto-spin feature in Expert Mode that allows you to play while you are not at the computer. You can even open the same game in multiple windows and spin while you work on other things. If you find a betting limit that you like, you can dramatically improve your chances of hitting a major jackpot. You can set it to stop when you have won a certain amount of money, or you can have it keep spinning until you hit the top jackpot.

Jewel Thief

4 Feb 2013 19:45:01 GMT

Jewel Thief is a three reel slot game about stealing precious jewels. The color scheme is bright, loud and colorful, with a cartoonish jewel thief toting a massive diamond under the game’s name. The betting range is flexible for a three-reel game, but the minimum bet starts at 25 cents. Another unusual factor is that this slot has three paylines that stack your payouts. This slot’s greatest player advantages are its high payout rate and its fast pace, both of which are why people play three reel slot games in the first place.

The symbols in Jewel Thief are not as flashy or diverse as those in five reel games, but there are also not as many of them, making it easier to remember the important ones. Unlike most three-reel slots, this one has a wild symbol. The Jewel Thief logo serves as the wild symbol, and it fills in for any other symbol in the game. The wild is particularly useful because there only three reels, and it can stand in for as many as two. Three wilds in a row is the combination for the top jackpot.

The minimum coin size is 25 cents, and you can spin with only one coin activating a payline. Alternatively, you can bet as much as $15 using three coins across all of the paylines. Payouts are proportionately higher when you play with more coins. For instance, the maximum payout is 1,500 coins when you activate one payline, but it is 6,000 when you activate three paylines. As such, it is often a good idea to play with smaller coins on all three paylines than to use larger bets on one payline.

Even a novice can play Jewel Thief comfortably. Its lack of a bonus game means that you can simply spin without having to worry about playing the bonus incorrectly or failing to capitalize on a playing opportunity that you don’t know is there.

Agent Jane Blonde

4 Feb 2013 19:45:01 GMT

Agent Jane Blonde is a five reel, nine payline game about a secret agent named Jane. As far as game themes go, this slot’s is more immersive than most. The symbols primarily depict an agent’s tools of the trade and Jane in her many disguises. Betting limits and payouts are about average for a five-reel game with fewer than 15 paylines. While there is a free-spin game, there is not a separate bonus game. There is, however, an optional gambling feature that allows you to multiply any winning combinations that you get. This is an online slot that falls under a subtype of five-reel games geared more towards fast-paced gameplay and integrated bonuses than larger bonuses from separate games.

As with any multi-payline game, it is important to know which special symbols to watch for. The portrait of Agent Jane Blonde serves as both a wild symbol and a multiplier. Getting this symbol on your paylines will allow you to complete partial winning combinations and increase the amounts that you are paid. The other symbol to keep an eye out for is the crosshair scatter. If you get at least three of the scatters across any of the five reels, you start the free-spin game.

The minimum bet to spin is quite low, and the maximum bet is not too high. The minimum coin size is 1 cent, and the maximum coin size is $1. You can bet as many as five coins across each of the nine reels, bringing the maximum bet to $45 for a single spin.

The free-spin game and the bonus gambling feature are where your real money will come from. Alone, the maximum 10,000-coin payout is nice, but one cannot expect to hit the jackpot every time. Keeping a high average bet and multiplying your wins through the free-spin game and the gambling feature can mean multiplying any non-jackpot winning combination by six. This strategy will allow you to win large amounts without having to bet anywhere near the maximum bet.

Rapid Reels

28 Jan 2013 15:07:31 GMT

Rapid Reels is a very fun three reel slot game about navigating rapids in a raft. The artwork uses a rainbow color scheme over a blue background. The symbols are unremarkable, but they function just like those in any other game. The slot retains the standard number of symbols for a three-reel game, meaning that you will still win quite frequently. The most unusual thing about this slot is that it has five paylines instead of one.

The maximum betting limit is not very high, but the jackpot is one of the highest of Microgaming’s non-progressive games with three reels. On top of the unusual payline setup, Rapid Reels also has a scatter symbol and a wild symbol, both of which are typically reserved for the five-reel, multi-payline games. Even if you don’t typically play three reel games or slots, this one might be worth trying simply because of its high jackpot.

The least that you can bet on a coin is 25 cents. You can also bet 50 cents, $1 or $2 on a coin. The most you can bet on a coin is $5. There is a limit of one coin per each of the five paylines in Rapid Reels, so your maximum bet is $25. If you want to scale down your coin size, you can do so without proportionately affecting the payouts. Payouts scale similarly for the first four paylines, but you can earn an extra 1,000 coins when you activate the fifth. The top jackpot is $30,000 when you bet $25 per spin. Regardless of how many paylines you activate, you must use the same size of coin for each.

Playing Rapid Reels is a departure from normal three-reel slot play. If you can get used to the multi-payline setup, this may end up becoming your favorite game. However, this is not the game to play if you like free spins and bonus games.

Mule Britannia

28 Jan 2013 15:07:31 GMT

Mule Britannia is consistently ranked among the best of Microgaming’s three reel games for several reasons. While it may look like a flashy classic slot at first, it is actually a combination between a non-progressive fruit machine, a classic slot and a bonus slot. The color scheme, symbols and artwork all revolve around a mule and his beachfront antics. The symbols are primarily different types of fruit, as would be expected in any variant of a fruit machine.

And, like all fruit machines, this one allows you to hold and nudge certain reels when you have close wins. The betting limits and payouts are very simple and easy to remember. Mule Britannia’s most glaring oddities are its bonus game and its gamble feature, both of which are more common in five-reel games. This slot should appeal to players who enjoy the high payout rates of three-reel games and the bonus features of five-reel games.

There is only one payline, and you can only bet one coin on it for each spin when you play Mule Britannia. The minimum coin size is 10 cents, and the maximum is $10. Payouts are in coins rather than dollar amounts, so your wins will always scale the same way regardless of your coin size. The top jackpot is 1,000 coins for a single spin, bringing the grand total to $10,000. There are nine winning combinations overall.

Holding and nudging features are standard for a fruit slot, but Mule Britannia has much more to offer. Upon winning a spin, you are given the option of gambling on the amount that you have won. Winning means getting more money. Losing means forfeiting the amount you gambled. The other bonus feature is a game that pops up on a second screen. The object of the bonus round is to pick a multiplier that gives you prizes that can be as high as the game’s primary jackpot.

Hot Shot

28 Jan 2013 15:07:31 GMT

If ever there were a slot game made specifically for baseball fans, this is it. Hot Shot is a Microgaming slot with five reels and nine paylines. All of its symbols are about baseball. Examples of the symbols and artwork include paper cups of coffee, candy, popcorn, baseball caps, trophies, chips, pitchers, batters and catching mitts. Apart from the look and feel of a baseball stadium, you can also experience the sounds of the crowd’s cheering whenever you play. Unfortunately, there is no progressive jackpot. While its betting limits are more restrictive than those in most five-reel games, the payout ratio is actually quite high.

Noticeably absent are a free-spin game and a bonus game, making Hot Shot almost feel like a three-reel game in some respects. As a substitute for the free-spin round, the scatter symbol does more than it does in other games. Though it is definitely not for everyone, this slot may surprise you with its alternative means of achieving a high payout ratio.

The minimum coin size in Hot Shot is 25 cents. The maximum coin size is $2. You can bet one coin on each of the nine paylines, bringing the highest allowable bet to $18. If that sounds like a low maximum bet, it is. Five-reel games typically have maximum bets exceeding $75, but Microgaming took this game in a different direction. The jackpot is 1,000 coins, which comes out to $2,000 when you bet the maximum amount. As such, the base payouts are not particularly high; however, the scatter symbols significantly add to all of your winning combinations.

Free spins are always nice, but this slot does not have any. Instead, it has a super-powered scatter symbol that multiplies whatever you bet. Getting three scatters automatically pays you at 10 times your trigger bet. Getting four scatters will pay you at 50 times your trigger, and getting five will pay you at 100 times your trigger.

Fairy Ring

28 Jan 2013 15:07:30 GMT

Fairy Ring is a classic online video slot by Microgaming. The theme is about fairies, mushrooms, butterflies, and a wondrous forest of magic. The background is done in rich greens, reds and oranges. The sounds are a nice combination of tranquil and playful. There are only six symbols, which actually means that you will win more frequently than on other machines. The betting limits are quite flexible for a three reel game.

Also, this slot has three paylines rather than one, so it may take some getting used to at first. Another neat feature is the game’s wild symbol. Fairy Ring has an automatic-spin game that will save you a lot of time and headaches over the long haul. If you like three reel games without intermissions, holding or nudging, you should enjoy playing this video slot.

There are five coin values that you can assign in Fairy Ring. The lowest is 25 cents. The next coin sizes are 50 cents, $1, $2 and $5. You can bet one coin on each of the three paylines, so the maximum bet for a single spin is $15. The payout ratio is the same when you activate the first two paylines, but you gain an extra 500 coins when you activate the third payline. The top jackpot when the first payline is activated is set at 1,500 coins. Activating the second payline yields a top jackpot of 3,000 coins. The highest possible jackpot is 5,000 coins, which is $25,000 when you bet the maximum.

Most games without holding or nudging features and bonus rounds tend to have automatic spins. The automatic spins cost nothing extra, and you can use them to streamline your playing experience. You can manually enter how much money you are willing to lose before the game shuts down. You can also set a limit for how much you would like to make before the game freezes, locking in your profits. If you set the game to spin indefinitely, it will keep going until you hit the jackpot or you hit one of your pre-entered stops.

Good To Go

28 Jan 2013 15:07:30 GMT

Good To Go is a slot about racing cars. The artwork is minimalistic, but the play is engaging and the payouts high. You also get to feel like you are in a racecar whenever you spin because of the deep rumbling sounds. This is one of Microgaming’s only five reel, multi-payline slots without a traditional bonus game. Instead, there is a secondary gambling feature that is activated whenever you win regardless of how small the win may be.

The spread between the minimum bet and the maximum bet is quite broad, so this is a game that can be played even by someone with a modest bankroll. There is also a fantastic free-spin game that pays you at a higher rate than normal spins. People who like five-reel game functionality but dislike being interrupted by long bonus games will love Good To Go.

The gamble feature is a great way to double or quadruple your wins. Every time you win, an option comes up that allows you to gamble on whether or not you can correctly guess either the color of a card or the suit of a card. Guessing the correct color will double your win. Guessing the correct suit will quadruple your win. However, guessing incorrectly means giving up whatever you would have won from the original spin. As such, this is an option typically reserved for either highly aggressive slot players or those who are betting at lower limits but want to boost their winnings when they hit smaller combinations.

Good To Go has a minimum coin size of 1 cent, and its maximum coin size is $1. You can bet anywhere from one to 90 coins on a single spin. Each of the nine paylines has a betting allowance of 10 coins. Activating the free-spin game gives you free spins that pay out as if you were betting more on each spin. However, you cannot use the free-spin game’s multiplier on the top jackpot of $50,000.

Jack in the Box

10 Jan 2013 20:09:55 GMT

Jack in the Box is one of Microgaming’s pub style three reel slot games. Inspired by the classic toys from your childhood, this slot’s color scheme is bright and colorful, most of the background done in a festive green. The betting limits are standard for a single-payline game that allows you to bet two coins at once. Unusually for a three-reel game, this one has wild symbols, a multiplier and a scatter symbol. Lastly, the game has a nifty autoplay feature. Any online casino player should enjoy this slot because of its ease of use, boasts bonus features and high payouts.

The minimum bet for a single spin is 25 cents. Coin sizes range from 25 cents to $5, and you can bet as many as two coins on a single spin. There is only one payline, so changing how many coins you bet with will not affect your likelihood of winning; however, betting two coins proportionately increases the top jackpot. Betting one coin yields a maximum jackpot of 2,000 coins. Alternatively, betting two coins yields a maximum jackpot of 5,000 coins. As such, it is to your advantage to bet two coins if you want to win big jackpots.

Most three-reel games lack special symbols. Jack in the Box has all of the special symbols that a five-reel game might have. The only difference is that the scatter symbols do not activate a free-spin game like they would in a multi-payline game.

The lack of a traditional bonus game means that you can use the autoplay feature to indefinitely spin when you play Jack in the Box. The automatic spins will only stop when you win the jackpot. You can set the autoplay feature to stop after a designated number of spins or after you have gone above or below specific coin limits. For instance, you can set the game to stop spinning when you win $2,000, or you can have it keep spinning until you have lost more than $100. This feature is great because it means that you can dramatically increase your spins per hour.

Fire 'n' Dice

10 Jan 2013 20:09:55 GMT

While it may not be for everyone, Fire 'n' Dice is a Microgaming slot with a lot of utility. The game is essentially a combination between a fruit machine and a bonus game slot. The background is a bold red with a bit of fiery orange. A beautiful demon girl throwing dice serves as the game’s centerpiece. The betting limits are standard for a fruit machine though the base payouts are not as high as they could be.

While it is a three-reel, single-payline game, Fire 'n' Dice also has a separate bonus round similar to those in some five-reel games. The real payouts in this game are from the dice bonus game rather than the normal spins. If spinning is your favorite part of playing the slots, you may want to find a different game. That said, the bonus round is fun, and it pays out handsomely, so giving it a shot may be worth your time.

While the betting limits in Fire 'n' Dice are not noteworthy, the payouts may take some getting used to. For one, there are only three winning combinations on the slot reels, one of which activates the bonus game. The coin sizes range from 10 cents to $10, and you can only bet one coin on the sole payline.

You activate the Fire 'n' Dice bonus round by getting three cherry symbols in a row. Fortunately, there are not many symbols, so you can actually activate the bonus round quite frequently. Also, you can hold, nudge and re-nudge the reels whenever you want, making it easier to hit the cherries. The top jackpot from the cherry game is 500 coins, which is $5,000 when you bet the maximum. Activating the bonus round brings up a screen with nine squares that will decide the fate of each payout.

Deck the Halls

10 Jan 2013 20:09:55 GMT

Deck the Halls is a Christmas-themed slot game by Microgaming. The artwork is actually very well done, with a background of red and green, paylines that look like Christmas lights, roasted turkeys, presents, Christmas stars, ornaments, trees and reindeer. Playing this game brings back childhood memories of sitting around the fire and listening to carols. This five reel slot has everything that you might expect from a multi-payline game.

The betting limits are actually quite low, but there are several ways to multiply your earnings. You will find all of the special symbols that you might expect. There is also a bonus game with some very handsome payouts. The only real issue that some people might have with this game is that its primary jackpot is quite low. When played well, the payout rate is roughly 96 percent.

The minimum coin size in Deck the Halls is 1 cent. You may assign a coin value as high as 5 cents. There are 30 paylines, and you can put as many as 10 coins on each, bringing the total allowable coins for a single spin to 300. The maximum bet for a spin is $15, which is quite low or a five reel game. However, the jackpot is set at a whopping 40,000 coins.

The wild symbol in Deck the Halls is the game’s logo. Getting this symbol will help you to complete partial combinations. During free-spin games, the wild symbol can stack three times on the reels. As such, you can hit the top jackpot with 60 percent of your combination comprised of wild symbols. The scatter symbol can complete winning combinations much in the same way as wild symbols. Additionally, the scatter symbol activates the free-spin game when you get three or more of them. You get 10 free spins every time you trigger the game, and you can re-trigger the free spins indefinitely.

Crazy 80's

10 Jan 2013 20:09:54 GMT

Crazy 80's is one of Microgaming’s five reel, nine payline video slots. Since it is themed after the trends and fads of the 80's, this slot’s color scheme is done in a gaudy combination of neon greens, blues, pinks, purples and yellows. The maximum bet and the jackpot sizes are comparable to those seen in other five reel games with nine paylines; they aren’t as high as in some of the games with more paylines, but they are significantly higher than those in three-reel games. The game has fewer symbols, which has its pros and cons. The most glaring difference between this game and other five-reel games is its lack of a bonus game. You may enjoy Crazy 80's if you want a slot with a five-reel game’s payouts and a three-reel game’s pace.

The minimum bet for a spin is one coin of 25 cents or more. Coin sizes range from 25 cents to $5, and you can only bet one coin per payline. Betting $5 on each of the nine paylines brings the maximum bet up to an even $45. With a $45 bet, you can win as much as $25,000. Alternatively, you can win almost $3,000 with a single coin.

If you are used to playing five-reel games, you may notice the absence of a multiplier symbol in Crazy 80's. While not having a multiplier may lower the average size of each payout, you will win more frequently because there are fewer symbols on each of the reels. The end result is a playing experience in which your winnings are dispersed across more small payouts rather than a few large payouts.

There is not a bonus game in Crazy 80's, which is a double-edged sword. Bonus games typically require more of your attention, sometimes penalizing you for errors in judgment or strategy. A slot without bonus games, on the other hand, allows you to get more uninterrupted spins in per hour. More spins per hour means more chances at hitting the major jackpots.

Big Kahuna S.L

10 Jan 2013 20:09:54 GMT

If you enjoy five reel slot games that have it all, give Big Kahuna Snakes and Ladders a shot. Themed after Hawaiian sorcerers and shamans, this game makes you feel like you have embarked on an adventure to some wild and untamed land where volcanoes spit lava, man-eating lizards stalk the jungle and colorful fruits hang ripe for the picking. This is a slot with five reels and 15 paylines, which is fairly standard for a multi-payline game. Betting allowances and coin sizes are far more flexible than in three-reel games, so how much you win or lose will vary greatly depending on your playing style and bankroll.

As any five-reel game should, Big Kahuna Snakes and Ladders has all of the special symbols that you could possibly want. There are also two bonus games—a free-spin game and one on a separate screen. Coin sizes may be as small as 1 cent or as large as 25 cents. You may bet as many as 20 coins on each of the 15 paylines, bringing the maximum bet to a respectable $75 when you bet 300 coins. The maximum jackpot is 100,000 coins.

Big Kahuna Snakes and Ladders has a wild symbol, a multiplier and a scatter symbol. The wild symbol can stand in place of other symbols so that you can complete partial combinations. Getting a multiplier simply means that you will be paid more if you win a spin. The scatter symbol serves two purposes. In its capacity as a scatter symbol, it can combine disjointed combinations on the reels. The scatter symbol also activates a free-spin game in which all of your payouts are multiplied. The free-spin game can be retriggered indefinitely, so be sure to bet enough to make it worth your while.

The Snakes and Ladders bonus game pays out a maximum of 30,000 coins. You activate it by getting the snake symbol on the first, third and fifth reels at the same time. While the game may look complicated at first, it only really requires you to roll a dice; the game does the rest.

Fruit Salad

4 Jan 2013 00:51:09 GMT

Fruit Salad is an unconventional pub-style slot with three reels and three paylines. While it may look like a fruit machine, this is actually a high-paying pub slot. The theme revolves around fruit salad, and all but the bar symbols depict types of fruit. Coin denominations, the coin limit and the maximum bet are all higher than in most three-reel games. The jackpot is a whopping $25,000. You can set Fruit Salad to automatically spin within parameters that you adjust, which means less clicking and more spinning. This is one of Microgaming’s best online slots yet.

At a glance, it is easy to mistake Fruit Salad for a fruit slot, but it is actually a hybrid of a multi-payline game and a pub slot. Most three-reel games have a single payline, yet this game has as many paylines as it does reels. While it lacks scatter symbols and multipliers, it does have a wild symbol that can fill in for other symbols to complete close combinations. Wild symbols are much more effective in three-reel games than in five-reel games.

Fruit Salad’s coin values are between 25 cents and $5, and you can bet one coin per payline, bringing the maximum bet to a respectable yet manageable $15. The top jackpot is set at 3,000 coins, so you can win quite a bit with smaller wagers. If you bet the maximum coin size across all three paylines, you can win $25,000 on a single spin.

The autoplay feature comes in handy for a number of reasons. For one, it means that you do not have to keep clicking to spin every time a cycle is over. There is no bonus game in Fruit Salad, which means that your automatic spins cannot be interrupted by intermission screens. If you really like Fruit Salad, you can use the autoplay feature to run it in multiple windows at once while you surf the web or play other games.

Cashanova

4 Jan 2013 00:51:08 GMT

Cashanova is a video slot game about a romantic, sweet-talking rooster. The symbols and color scheme all revolve around the main character’s philandering lifestyle, with pictures featuring Henhouse magazines, pipes, platters of fruit, champagne bottles and a stately mansion. This non-progressive slot has five reels and 30 paylines. Like most similar games, it has all of the usual scatter, wild and multiplier features. In addition to the free-spin game, there is a bonus round that can give you even more money. Cashanova is a well-rounded multi-payline slot with a high jackpot and flexible betting limits.

Given that Cashanova has 30 paylines, how much you bet on each spin may vary greatly. The minimum coin value is 1 cent; the maximum is 25 cents. You can bet up to 10 coins on each of the 30 paylines, making the maximum bet $75 for a single spin. Though betting $75 on each spin may be impractical for some players, having the option of doing so is always nice. The top jackpot is 15,000 coins; however, you need to activate more paylines to get that high of a jackpot.

Cashanova has built-in features that help you win in creative ways. The wild symbols can fill in for missing parts of winning combinations. Whenever they show up on your reels, multipliers increase the amounts that you are paid for winning combinations. The scatter symbols can turn disjointed combos into realized wins. Furthermore, scatter symbols can activate the free-spin game when you get enough of them. The free-spin game can grant you as many as 15 free spins in a row.

The scatters also activate this slot’s primary bonus game, a feature in which you get to choose multipliers, free spins or an extra win. What you get when you select an option may vary, but the bonuses are always favorable.

Adventure Palace

4 Jan 2013 00:51:08 GMT

Adventure Palace is a five-reel game developed by Microgaming. The color scheme, symbols and theme revolve around wild animals and a secluded palace in a jungle. You can bet up to five coins on each of the nine paylines, but you only need to bet on one payline in order to spin. The base jackpot isn’t as high as in some games, but the free-spin game compensates by multiplying the payout of every winning combination. Like most five-reel slot games, this one has several special symbols and features that three-reel games lack. Adventure Palace has a bonus game. This slot is best for players who prefer to win many medium-sized payouts rather than those who like to chase larger, more elusive jackpots.

Coin sizes start at 1 cent and go as high as $1. You can bet as many as 45 coins at once, with five on each of the nine paylines. The top jackpot is capped at $10,000 when you bet $45 on a spin. That said, the bonus, gamble and multiplier features significantly stack the odds in your favor.

The free-spin game is activated when you hit three, four or five jungle symbols at once. All wins pay you at three times the normal rate when you win them during free spins. In addition to the tripled wins from the free spins, you can get multipliers on your reels and take advantage of the gamble feature to win even more. The free spins can be retriggered indefinitely, meaning that you can sometimes get 50 or more free spins from one trigger bet.

Adventure Palace’s gamble feature is similar to those in other Microgaming slots. Whenever you win a combination, no matter how small it might be, you are given the option of taking a risk and multiplying your winnings. If you win, you get much more money. If you lose, you don’t get to keep your winnings from that spin. This feature is most handy when you use it on smaller prizes that have not already been multiplied by the free-spin feature or the multiplier symbols.

Kathmandu

4 Jan 2013 00:51:07 GMT

Kathmandu is a non-progressive slot game with a theme that is based on the Nepalese city of the same name. Instead of having 15 or more, like most five reel games, this one has only nine paylines. As with most multi-payline games, Kathmandu comes with all of the standard special symbols, free spins and bonuses that you might find elsewhere. The betting limits and payouts are quite flexible, making it possible to play comfortably with a bankroll of any size. This is a slot that should appeal to players who like five reel games but do not want to spread their coins out across several paylines in order to win.

Having fewer paylines across which to spread your coins can be an advantage or a disadvantage, depending on your playing style and bankroll. In games with more paylines, you need to bet more coins in order to hit the maximum jackpot. In a game like Kathmandu, you can get away with betting as few as 20 coins per line at a maximum of 25 cents per coin—$5 overall. As such, you can win $30,000 with a very small trigger bet. The maximum jackpot is 6,000 times whatever your payline wager is, so you can still win quite a bit when you use smaller coin sizes.

Unlike three-reel games, Kathmandu has all of the special symbols, like wilds, scatters and multipliers. In line with the game’s theme, the symbols feature elephants, temples, bells, maps, food and more-standard card ranks. The bonus feature is activated every time you win, and it allows you to gamble on whatever you win so that you can multiply your earnings. The free-spin game is also one of the best of any five-reel game. Activating it with three or more scatter symbols gives you up to 15 free spins that all pay out at five times the normal rate.

Phileas Hog

4 Jan 2013 00:51:07 GMT

Phileas Hog is an unusual three reel slot game. Released by Microgaming in 2009, this slot looks like a fruit machine, but it is actually a three-reel, five payline pub slot. The symbols and artwork focus on Phileas Hog, a top hat-wearing pig. The other symbols are primarily different types of fruit. The maximum jackpot is quite high, which is due in part to the game's higher-than-average wager limit. There is also a small bonus game. Most types of slot players will enjoy playing this hybrid machine.

This video slot is one of Microgaming's relatively newer games that breaks out of the traditional three-reel game template. Most three-reel games have between five and seven symbols, a single payline and a bet allowance of between one and three coins. Furthermore, most games with three reels lack bonus games.

At most, you might have some holding and nudging features in fruit machines. Phileas Hog, on the other hand, has more paylines, but it stays at three reels. The main reason that most games with several paylines and bonus features are typically on five reels is because it is much easier to hit rare combinations and jackpots when there are fewer reels.

The minimum coin size is 10 cents, and the maximum coin size is $10. As such, this is not an expensive game to play. You can only bet one coin per pay line. Depending on where you play, the top jackpot is anywhere from $20,000 to $40,000. On top of the primary jackpots and winning combinations, there is a bonus gambling feature. The bonus gambling feature is activated at the end of every winning combination, no matter how small, and it allows you to take a chance at increasing the amount of your win. The bonus feature is great for players who typically spin at lower limits. One can simply bet low amounts and then attempt to inflate every spin that is won.

Flo's Diner

28 Dec 2012 16:46:26 GMT

Flo’s Diner is a three-reel slot that is classic in both design and theme. Gameplay is about as simple as it can get, with an intuitive interface and game modes that are very easy to select. The theme itself is based on an American diner where Flo serves you classic food in a ‘50s restaurant setting. The game has three reels and one payline, so you do not have to worry about activating between 20 and 25 paylines, figuring out which symbols count towards your winning combination, or stopping midgame to look up the bonus game’s playing instructions.

While most slot games rely on bonus games, multipliers, wild symbols, scatter symbols and free spins to enhance gameplay, Flo’s Diner is all about taking the game back to its roots. The maximum jackpot is $12,000, which is actually quite high compared to most slot games after figuring in the maximum bet; the maximum bet is $15. Give this game a spin if you are tired of overly complex slots that require in-depth user guides to play.

With its lack of special symbols, free spins and a bonus game, the trick to winning when you play Flo’s Diner lies in its relatively narrow betting spread. While most games have betting spread allowances of between $0.01 and as much as $200, Flo’s is between $0.25 and $15. You can use coin denominations of between $0.25 and $5, with a maximum of three coins overall. In order to win the maximum jackpot you need to bet $15 on a single spin. Betting in smaller amounts can still net you big wins that scale proportionately.

Microgaming designed this game as beautifully as its other games, and the symbols reflect that. The donuts, sundaes and waitresses will have your mouth watering as soon as you start playing. Interestingly, this game has one less symbol than most of Microgaming’s online slots, likely because it is a classic slot instead of a multi-payline slot.

Wheel of Wealth

28 Dec 2012 16:46:25 GMT

Wheel of Wealth is one of the online slot games in a series by Microgaming. The theme and symbols are relatively standard, with most of the artwork and symbols comprised of bars, cherries and the game’s logo. As with most pub-style slots, this game has a single payline though you can bet as many as three coins instead of the more-common single coin. Unlike most single-payline slot games, Wheel of Wealth pays you different amounts that depend on how many coins you bet on each spin. There is also a bonus game that can pay you additional cash prizes when you are lucky enough to activate it. An additional perk of this slot is that you can set it up on expert mode so that it automatically spins for you.

There is a set value for each coin, so figuring out the payouts is relatively easy. You can bet anywhere from one to three coins on each spin, but betting more coins yields proportionately higher payouts. For instance, the maximum jackpot on a single-coin spin is $1,000, whereas the maximum jackpot with a three-coin spin is $5,000.

You can activate the Wheel of Wealth bonus game by getting three of the spin icons on your payline at the same time. Once activated, the spin game brings up a screen with a wheel that you spin to win prizes. Prizes paid out can be as high as $1,000. The bonus game does a good job of offsetting this slot’s otherwise-moderate payout rate.

Activating expert mode brings up three additional buttons. The first two allow you to spin five and ten times in a row. The third button lets you enter your own spinning preferences. For instance, you can set the machine to keep spinning at three coins per spin until you win a jackpot. Alternatively, you can set it to spin 20 times at $1 per spin.

Free Spirit Wheel of Wealth

28 Dec 2012 16:46:25 GMT

Free Spirit Wheel of Wealth is a three reel slot game with one payline. You can bet two coins if you want to, but only one coin is required to activate the game. That said, you win proportionately more when you bet two coins rather than one. The game has a wild horse theme and a color scheme that is done in several shades of tan and red. Unconventionally for a three-reel game, Free Spirit has nine winning combinations.

Also, there is a bonus game that can award as many as 1,000 coins on a single spin. To make up for the bonus game intermission, Microgaming added an autoplay feature that allows you to sit back while your computer does all of the work. As with most Microgaming software, you can play Free Spirit Wheel of Wealth directly through your browser on any Flash-compatible operating system.

You can bet as much as $1 on a single coin, with $2 being the absolute maximum bet. Free Spirit Wheel of Wealth pays out quite well in proportion to its allowable betting units. Another factor to take into consideration is that the minimum bet does not go as low as in some games, so you may end up betting more on each coin than you do on five-reel games. Given that $2 is the most that you can bet on a single spin, wagering the maximum is more feasible and profitable than it would be on a game with a higher ceiling. Regardless of whether you max out your bet amounts, playing two coins is mandatory if you want to be able to get 5,000 coins upon hitting the jackpot.

Free Spirit Wheel of Wealth has more bonus features than most three-reel games. The bonus game is relatively simple, with a wheel that you click on to spin and a maximum payout of 1,000 coins. The auto play feature saves a lot of time and makes this one of the best games for players who prefer to keep multiple windows open at the same time. Strategy is not as important in this game as using appropriate betting units and taking advantage of the automatic spins.

Cops and Robbers

28 Dec 2012 16:46:25 GMT

Cops and Robbers is a three reel fruit machine with a theme that is based around the interplay between criminals and those who try to catch them. Like most three-reel slots, this one has a single payline. You can only bet one coin on each spin, but you have a great deal of room to change your coin size whenever you want. The bonus game is the main feature that sets this slot apart from other fruit games. While it may not have as high of a jackpot as some other three-reel games, Cops and Robbers compensates by offering players more bonus features and an easy-to-use playing interface.

This game’s three-reel, single-payline configuration adheres to the standard for online fruit slots. The only symbols that count are those that end up on the payline; however, holding and nudging the reels gives you further opportunities to capitalize on close combinations.

The maximum jackpot in Cops and Robbers is 500 coins, which scales according to the value that you assign to each coin. The maximum jackpot is $5,000 since the most that you can bet on any single coin is $10. The minimum that you can bet on a single coin is 10 cents. Bear in mind that you can only bet one coin at a time. The jackpot may not seem high, but it is actually proportionately higher than those on most non-progressive multi-payline games.

What really sets this slot apart from all of the other three-reel fruit machines is its bonus game. You activate the Cops and Robbers bonus feature when you get three swag bags on your payline. Activating the game brings up a 36-square board with cash prizes that you can win. Though it may look complex with all of its squares, the bonus feature requires a minimal degree of strategy and pays players handsomely.

Bars and Stripes

28 Dec 2012 16:46:24 GMT

This is a truly American slot game. Themed in patriotic red, white and blue, Bars and Stripes celebrates all that is American. Some of the symbols include a Thanksgiving turkey, the Statue of Liberty, a hamburger and fries, and a New York hot dog. There are scatter symbols, multipliers and wild symbols, some of which have secondary functions. The game runs on a standard five reels and 25 paylines, so there are not any unusual playing features. The jackpot is maxed out at $50,000, or 50,000 coins, which is quite high for a non-progressive slot game. The bonus game pays almost as much as the top jackpot, so both are equally worth playing.

The American flag is the wild symbol, and it can substitute for any other icon but the scatter and the hat. The flag also doubles as a multiplier, doubling the payout for any combination that it completes. The football is the scatter symbol, and you only need to get three of them across the five reels to win. The most important symbols in the game are the flag, the football and the hat, so keep an eye out for them on the reels.

You can trigger the Bars and Stripes bonus gamble game by getting three or more hats on the reels. Three hats will give you one prize, four will give you two, and five will give you three. The top prize is $47,500, or 47,500 coins, but you need to get all three bonus hats to qualify. You can still win a great deal with one or two bonus hats, but triggering all three should be your primary objective.

Each coin carries a value of anywhere from 1 cent to $1, so you can play Bars and Stripes with a bankroll of any size. You can bet as many as 10 coins on each of the 25 paylines, bringing the maximum bet to $250 on a single spin which is very satisfactory for high rollers. Payouts are proportionate to how much you bet, so you can still bet 25 coins and win a great deal. However much you choose to bet on each coin, it is to your greatest advantage to activate every payline so that you have more chances to win.

Deep Sea Dosh

11 Dec 2012 20:56:01 GMT

Deep Sea Dosh is a fun fruit machine that has a Poseidon and mermaid theme. Technically, only three of the symbol icons are actually fruit, but the game still operates like any fruit machine. As with most fruit machines, Deep Sea Dosh has three reels and a single payline. There are also nine symbols, which is somewhat higher than is typical.

The biggest difference between this slot and other fruit machines is that you can bet as many as 10 coins on the single payline, though you can get by with only one. There is a bonus game that has a multiplier that will boost your wins by 600 times. And, of course, you can hold and nudge close combinations on the reels. All in all, this is a game that steps outside the normal constraints of other fruit slots.

There is still only one payline, but you can bet as many as 10 coins on it at once. The jackpot in Deep Sea Dosh is 500 times whatever your trigger bet is, so you can win $50,000 on a $10 bet. You do not have to play with that much if you do not want to, but this is a game that is best played when you have a bigger bankroll set aside that can weather bad streaks.

The Deep Sea Dosh bonus game is a pick-and-choose intermission in which you choose various chests with bonuses and prizes that multiply whatever your trigger bet is. The best possible prize that you can get multiplies your bet by 600, so you can actually win more through the bonus game than through the base game.

Deep Sea Dosh is surely unconventional, but it is still a fruit machine at heart. You can hold and nudge the reels so that close combinations can be turned into realized jackpots. This function is best used on potential jackpots with higher payouts since it does cost money to hold and nudge. That said, you only need to get lucky on the nudges a few times in order to make a ton of money.

Cutesy Pie

11 Dec 2012 20:56:01 GMT

Cutesy Pie is a three-reel slot game with a single payline and seven symbols. It is themed after a fluffy panda with a huge heart. The game has a slightly unconventional coin limit, and the betting range is a bit higher than those in other three-reel games. The jackpot is significantly higher than those in other classic slots due in part to the three-coin betting ceiling. When it comes down to it, Cutesy Pie is like any other three-reel, non-fruit slot, except it pays out much more handsomely.

There are no special symbols or icons in Cutesy Pie. However, the heart symbol counts as a win you when there is only one on the payline. The most basic icon is the heart, followed by a standard bar. Next, there is a doubled bar. The last bar icon has three on top of each other. There are also three 7 symbols, with the blue icon having the greatest value. Three blue 7s in a row is the top jackpot. There are no multipliers, wild symbols or scatter symbols, but this is a classic slot, so that is to be expected.

Most three reel, single payline slot games have a one-coin limit for each wager. Cutesy Pie actually allows you to bet three coins at once. In fact, the payout rates are highest when you bet three coins at once, so it is in your best interest to completely activate the payline, even if it means lowering the coin denomination amounts. Coin denominations start at 25 cents per coin and go as high as $5 per coin. As such, your maximum bet on any single spin is capped at $15.

Most three-reel games have jackpots set at around $8,000, but Cutesy Pie has its capped at roughly $37,500. You can still win quite a bit if you are only playing with one coin at a time, but you will start to see real returns when you max out the payline with three coins on each spin.

Cabin Fever

11 Dec 2012 20:56:01 GMT

Cabin Fever is a fun five reel game that has 20 paylines. On the surface, it looks almost like a five-reel fruit machine with a bear theme, but it operates like any typical multi payline slot. Allowable wager limits are extremely flexible, so you can play comfortably with a bankroll of any size. The primary symbols have various useful functions and can activate the free-spin game in which your earnings are doubled. Instead of a standard bonus game, Cabin Fever gives you a 50 percent chance to double every win that you get. This is a simpler 20-payline slot that offers many chances to effectively quadruple your base earnings.

Coin denominations can be as low as 1 cent or as high as 50 cents. You only need one coin to activate each of the 20 paylines, so you can technically activate all of them with 20 cents. The jackpot is 5,000 times the trigger bet, so you can spread your bets out over more paylines with smaller coins and increase your chances of winning without betting more than you are comfortable with. For intermediate slot players, a good place to start is at 5 cents per coin on all 20 paylines. The most you can bet at once is 10 coins per payline, bringing the maximum amount you can bet on a single spin to $100: pretty good for high rollers.

Like any good five-reel game, Cabin Fever has all of the scatter symbols, wilds and multipliers that you will find elsewhere. The scatter symbols activate the free-spin game in which you get as many as 20 free spins. The free spins pay you at twice the amount you would have been paid were you to win on your trigger bet.

In addition to the free-spin game, Cabin Fever has a bonus gamble feature. Whenever you win on a spin, the game prompts you to ask if you would like to go double or nothing on your prize. This option still works when you win double during a free-spin round, so you can effectively make four times as much as usual on a spin. It is the ability to stack your wins through bonus features that makes playing this game a real treat.

Bundle in the Jungle

11 Dec 2012 20:56:01 GMT

Bundle in the Jungle is a pub-style fruit machine with a bonus game and some other features that you won’t typically find in a three reel slot. The game uses a jungle theme in which lions, gorillas and other beasts strive for superiority. Though it is technically a fruit machine, most of the icons are not types of fruit; however, almost everything functions the way that it would on traditional fruit slot. In addition to the normal game functions, there is a Hi/Lo bonus feature in which you get multiple 50 percent chances to win. While most three-reel games have five or six symbols, this one has nine, so you are bound to see more wild combinations than you would otherwise. The maximum jackpot is $30,000, making this one of the highest paying three-reel slots anywhere.

Most fruit machines lack a bonus game, but Bundle in the Jungle has one that gives you bigger prizes with each level that you advance to. The Hi/Lo game is on a single reel that is superimposed on the map. You can choose to keep your initial prize square, or you can gamble again for a chance at a bigger prize. In a sense, every gamble is like flipping a coin.

There are advantages and disadvantages to there being more symbols than in a traditional fruit slot game. While the likelihood of hitting individual combinations is slightly diminished by the extra symbols, there are also more ways to win. Also, there are more special symbols than in a pub slot. The best symbols that you can get are the lion, gorilla and alligator respectively. In addition to the typical holding and nudging bonus feature that other fruit machines have, this game has a multiplier that lets you win more on spins.

You can bet a maximum of $10 on Bundle in the Jungle, putting it in the upper range for three-reel slot games. The top jackpot is $30,000, so you win 3,000 times whatever your trigger bet is. The multiplier adds to this maximum jackpot, but it comes around frequently enough to make a significant difference. Regardless of how much you bet, the trigger bet-to-jackpot ratio is higher than most games.

Astronomical

11 Dec 2012 20:56:00 GMT

Astronomical is a three reel, single payline slot that pays out at its highest rates when you bet three coins at once. It has a space and planet theme, but most of the symbols are standard three-reel game icons like various bars and cherries. Betting units are quite flexible, with you being allowed to bet anywhere from one to three coins at once. The only real bonus feature in this game is the autoplay option, which allows you to set your playing stakes and then have the game automatically play until you hit the jackpot or get to a certain number of coins. Astronomical’s strengths lie in its simplicity and ease of play.

There is a lot of flexibility in how much you can wager when you play. Coin denominations start at 25 cents and go as high as $5. You can bet as many as three coins on the single payline, bringing the maximum wager for a spin to $15. The jackpot is set at 8,000 coins, which comes out to $40,000 if you bet the maximum. The second largest jackpot is 4,000 coins, which is still higher than most of the jackpots offered in other three-reel games. This game is not for slot players who want a very cheap game to play on, but you can still completely activate the three paylines by wagering three 25-cent coins.

Astronomical’s autoplay feature works similarly to the automatic stop-loss tools that professional security traders use. After setting your wager amount and the number of coins that you would like to play with on each spin, you enter the absolute minimum number of coins you are willing to have in the machine and then enter the absolute maximum number of coins you would like to have.

If your coin number goes below or above those preset numbers, your game stops spinning. Also, a jackpot will freeze the autoplay feature until you decide to reactivate it. Using autoplay is convenient because doing so allows you to play Astronomical in multiple windows simultaneously while you go to the store, take a shower or go about other daily chores.

Thousand Islands

30 Nov 2012 00:45:51 GMT

Thousand Islands is a three-reel, single-payline video slot that has a brown sailing ship theme. The symbols are somewhat unremarkable, but the game itself is highly playable. Unlike most single-payline games, this one gives you the option of betting either one or two coins on each spin. Betting limits for each coin are between 25¢ and $5, but that amount is doubled when you bet two coins. The maximum jackpot stands at 800 multiplied by whatever your bet is—800 coins if you bet a single coin and 1,600 if you bet two coins.

As such, you can win as much as $8,000 on a single spin, which is quite high for any high roller' slot player, let alone a single-payline game. Another somewhat unconventional characteristic is the wild symbol that can fill in for any other symbol in the game; this comes in handily on a three-reel game where every symbol counts. Try out Thousand Islands if you want to play a fast-paced three-reel game with a handsome payout.

One of the biggest advantages of having the option of playing with two coins is that it allows you to play the game almost as if it were two slot machines rather than one. The only difference is that you can play one game faster than you can two. Another advantage of the two-coin option is that you can play at a higher betting range than you typically would, adjusting your betting amounts as you see fit. If you are on a winning streak, play with two coins. If you are on a losing streak, you can always drop down to one coin and then recoup your losses gradually.

Using the special symbols to your advantage is one of the best ways that you can gain an edge in a game like Thousand Islands. When you combine a careful betting strategy with stop-loss limits and the game’s scatter and wild symbols, hitting the jackpot is just a matter of time. The cherry symbol acts as a simple scatter symbol, giving you automatic wins whenever it pops up in multiple places at once. You can also use the wild symbol to turn near wins into paid wins.

Jungle Jim

30 Nov 2012 00:45:50 GMT

Jungle Jim is a five reel slot that only has 15 paylines. The theme is based around the jungle in which Jim goes on adventures and deals with big cats, snakes, spiders and piranhas. Coin values range from 1 cent to $5, with a maximum of five coins per payline. The most that you can win on a spin is 4,000 times your trigger wager. There is also a free-spin round that is linked to a great bonus game. This is one of the best online slot games for players who enjoy five-reel slot games but who do not want to have to activate 40 paylines in order to get a jackpot.

The coin denominations in Jungle Jim range from 1 cent to $5. When you choose a coin size, the size must remain consistent across the other paylines, and it is that coin size that will ultimately determine the size of any jackpot you hit. You can bet as many as five coins on each of the 15 paylines, so you can bet at a higher maximum than in most multi-payline games.

The jackpot in Jungle Jim is 4,000 multiplied by whatever your trigger bet is. You can also win more money through the bonus round and free-spin game, but the primary jackpot is capped at 4,000 times your wager. The smaller winning combinations pay out starting at half the size of the jackpot and get smaller in descending order of symbol rank.

Jungle Jim’s bonus game is different from those in other five-reel games. Instead of automatically giving you free spins as soon as you hit enough scatter symbols, this game puts you through a bonus round first. How you do in the bonus round affects how many spins you get and at what rate your wins are multiplied. The most that you can win in the crocodile bonus game is 10 free spins and a multiplier that quintuples how much you win on each spin.

Sizzling Scorpions

30 Nov 2012 00:45:50 GMT

Sizzling Scorpions is a bonus slot with three reels and a single payline. The game has a scorpion and desert theme that has mostly standard symbol icons. You can bet as many as three coins at once, and it is actually to your benefit to do so. The jackpot is capped at $2,500 when you win with a wager of three coins. The bonus game is similar to a horse race, except the race is between scorpions rather than horses. This game is like any other classic three reel slots, but the bonus game adds an interesting element that makes it stand out.

Coin denominations are set at a flat rate. Each coin has a value of 50 cents, and you can bet between one and three of them on each spin. There is only one payline, so you do not need to strategically spread your wagers out. Considering that the most that you can bet on a single spin is $1.50, the jackpot of $2,500 is actually quite generous.

The pay table in Sizzling Scorpions is set up so that you win proportionately more when you wager more coins on each spin. For instance, the jackpot when you wager one coin is 1,000 coins, which comes out to $500. Hitting the jackpot with two coins will yield a payout of 2,000 coins, which is $1,000. The jackpot for a wager of three coins is 5,000 coins, which is $2,500.

If you like horse racing games, you will love scorpion racing. You activate the Sizzling Scorpion bonus round by getting the buzzard icon on your reels. The scorpion race is a race between three scorpions. You bet on which of the scorpions will win the race. If you guess correctly, you can win 100 coins. Second place pays you 50 coins, and third place gives you 30 coins. You win no matter what, but you get paid the most if you choose the winning scorpion.

Twister

30 Nov 2012 00:45:49 GMT

Twister is an online casino slot that has 15 paylines and five reels. The icons in Twister are an eclectic and colorful mishmash of people, buildings, vehicles and other items that the tornado picks up during its rampage. There are all of the standard symbols that you would find in other multi-payline games, like wild symbols, scatters, multipliers and so forth.

You get a great deal of leeway in how many coins you may bet on each payline and how much you may wager on each spin. If you are fortunate enough to hit the jackpot, you can win an impressive 15,000 coins. Twister also has one of the best free-spin features of any Microgaming slot. This is a game that is worth playing because it is dynamically designed and it has a superb free-spin game.

Twister has all of the typical game symbols and functions. The tornado icon is the wild symbol; it substitutes for other symbols to complete combinations. The scatter symbol turns disjointed combinations into clean wins; it also activates the free-spin game.

You can wager as little as 1 cent or as much as $75 on a single spin. The amount that you wager will ultimately determine how big your jackpots are and how much you are paid when you activate the free-spin game. The maximum coin amount is 50 cents, and you can bet as many as 10 coins on each of the 15 paylines.

The free-spin game is Twister’s key feature. You get as many as 20 free spins in a row when you get enough scatter symbols to activate the game. You can re-trigger the free-spin game, so it is actually possible to get free spins almost indefinitely if you get lucky. Anything that you win is doubled during the bonus game, and the amount that you win is determined by how large your trigger bet is.

The Rat Pack

30 Nov 2012 00:45:48 GMT

The Rat Pack is an online slot game with a singing rat theme. Sinatra and his cohorts are depicted as suit-wearing rats with bowties and fedoras. With 30 paylines, it has more than the standard 20 or 25 for a five-reel game. The maximum jackpot is 100,000 coins, putting the top prize at around $25,000. There is not a special bonus game, but there is a free-spin game in which your trigger bet is effectively multiplied and matched.

You can bet as many as 300 coins, but you only need 30 coins to activate all of the paylines. The allowable betting units are flexible, so this is a game that you can comfortably play with pennies or twenties. The lack of a bonus game makes this a faster-paced video slot than most five-reel games, but determining how much you will bet takes more time and configuration than on three-reel games.

The minimum coin size starts at 1 cent and is capped at 25 cents. You need 30 coins of any size to activate all of the paylines, though the coin size must be the same for each payline. The maximum bet for a single spin is $75, or 300 25-cent coins. Depending on where you play the game, the jackpot is typically capped at around $25,000. Though this is not a progressive game, you can still win quite a bit when you figure in free spins and the special symbols.

Some of the symbols in the game include each of the five rats, standard face cards and the Rat Pack logo. Unlike in most games, this one has two wild symbols. The logo functions only in its capacity as a substitute for other symbols; the other is both a wild and a payout multiplier. The cymbals activate the free-spin game when you get three or more of them across any of the five reels.

In addition to giving you free spins, the cymbals allow you to nudge the reels when you are close to winning a big jackpot. It isn’t common to activate the free-spin game, but it pays quite handsomely when you do get it.

Diamond Deal

20 Nov 2012 19:45:21 GMT

At a glance, Diamond Deal looks like any standard three-reel slot game. The theme is crisp and unremarkable, with a blue background and a symbol selection largely comprised of bars and cherries. Look a bit closer, however, and it becomes apparent that this is no ordinary three-reel game. Instead of having a single payline, this game has three. Every additional payline that you activate proportionately stacks the number of coins that you are paid when you win.

Microgaming also added a bonus game called the Diamond Deal Bonus, and it pays out at a maximum of 300 coins. This is one of the more exciting three-reel games that Microgaming has designed, but you really need to play with three coins on each spin if you want to take advantage of all that it has to offer.

Each coin in Diamond Deal has a fixed value of $1. You can play with only one coin, but it is recommended that you play with three coins at once because you cannot activate the bonus game without doing so. The maximum jackpot is 3,000 coins when you bet the maximum, bringing the monetary total to a respectable $9,000. In contrast, the jackpots for spins with wagers of $1 and $2 are $500 and $2,000 respectively. Simply put, playing is only worth your while if you are willing to wager three coins on each spin.

The only unconventional symbols in Diamond Deal are the jewelry box and the blue diamond. The diamond icon serves two purposes. In its capacity as a normal symbol, it counts toward the primary jackpot. You can also use the diamond as a wild symbol that can take the place of anything but the jewelry box. The jewelry box is a symbol that activates the bonus game. After you have gotten four jewelry boxes, you open your box and are awarded anywhere from 50 coins to 300 coins. There is also an automatic spin option that you can format according to your playing style and wagering limits.

Summertime

20 Nov 2012 19:45:21 GMT

Summertime is a five-reel, nine-payline video slot that has the potential to pay out as well as the highest progressive jackpot games in the world. Some casinos operate this Microgaming slot without the progressive jackpot, and others have it configured for Mega Moolah compatibility. Mega Moolah is a progressive jackpot pool that some online casinos can opt into. The most important thing to know is that it starts out at a million dollars, and it typically climbs well above that as time goes on.

In addition to the possibility of winning the progressive jackpot, Summertime players can also win up to $10,000 with the other jackpot. Also, there are free-spin games and multipliers that can dramatically increase your non-progressive win amounts. For any online slot player who fantasizes about that one win to dwarf all wins, this is the ultimate game to play.

Bonus features

This game has a lot of bonus features. Not only do you have full access to a wild symbol, a multiplier and a scatter symbol, but you can also activate a 15-spin free-spin game in which every non-progressive win is multiplied by three. In addition, there is a bonus round in which you play an animal-themed wheel of fortune for miniature and minor progressive jackpots that start $10.

Coin sizes are small, meaning that you can activate all of the paylines with relative ease. The more paylines that you play on, the greater your chance of winning; and you need to bet the maximum in order to hit the highest maximum jackpot. Coin sizes are between $0.01 and $0.20, with a maximum of 90 coins across nine paylines. It is always best to play at an amount that allows you to activate all of the paylines, even if it means betting a lower amount on each coin. As you start to win, you can raise your betting limits within your comfort zone.

The symbols in Summertime are quite straightforward. The Beach Scene symbol is the scatter, the Summertime logo is the wild symbol, and the free-spin game also acts as a multiplier in lieu of a standard multiplier symbol.

Lady Luxor

20 Nov 2012 19:45:21 GMT

Lady Luxor is a single-payline, three-reel fruit machine that allows you to bet one coin at a time. The game has an Egyptian theme based on the city of Luxor and Cleopatra. It has a tan background and icon designs comprised of various fruits, mummies and other Egyptian symbols. You can only bet one coin at a time, and the permitted coin denominations have a greater range than in most single-payline slot games.

The top jackpot is $5,000, or 500 times whatever your trigger bet is, putting it in the medium range for machine payouts. Because it is a fruit machine, you can hold and nudge combinations on the reels. Though its payout isn’t spectacular, Lady Luxor is a fruit machine that is fun and easy to play.

You can bet one coin at a time on the sole payline, but you can vary your coin sizes according to your playing preferences and bankroll size. The minimum coin size is 10 cents, which would be high for a five-reel game but is actually low for a three-reel game. The maximum size for a coin in Lady Luxor is $10.

The payouts in Lady Luxor are relatively simple because there is only one payline and you can only bet one coin at a time. The top jackpot is 500 coins, which comes out to $5,000 if you bet the maximum. However, if you were to bet 10 cents, the jackpot would be $50. As such, it is important to choose a coin denomination that will pay off handsomely in the event of a jackpot.

Holding and nudging in Lady Luxor works the same way as in any other fruit machine. When you have a combination on the reels that is almost a win, you can hold part of the combination and nudge the remaining reel for a second shot at winning. You have to pay a small amount in order to hold and nudge, but doing so is worth it when there is a lot of money on the line.

Prime Property

20 Nov 2012 19:45:20 GMT

Prime Property is a non-progressive slot game that has five reels and 40 paylines. It has a real estate theme with potential homeowners, a real estate agent, a sign and several beautiful homes as its icons. Allowable betting units are not as large as in some other multi-payline slots, which actually works to your advantage.

The maximum jackpot is $15,000. The bonus feature is a multi-tiered free-spin game in which you can make more depending on various factors. This game should appeal to players who like the bonus features in mutli-payline games but who do not want to wager a great deal in order to win the biggest jackpots.

When you play Prime Property, you can bet as little as 1 cent or as much as $50 on a single spin. There are 40 paylines, so you need to bet at least one coin on each to activate all of them. You can bet as many as five coins on each payline, which brings your maximum bet to 200 coins (quite good for high rollers). One coin holds a value of between 1 cent and 25 cents.

The most that you can win on a single spin is $15,000, though the multipliers and bonus features might add to that if you get lucky. How much you win is dictated by how many coins you get. The maximum jackpot is 12,000 coins, so your win amount will be directly affected by the value you assign to each coin.

Like most five-reel games, Prime Property has a free-spin game. However, in this case, the free-spin game has bonus features. You activate the bonus game by getting at least three of the sign icons on your reels at the same time. Three signs will give you one free spin. Four signs will give you two spins and will multiply whatever you win by two. Lastly, five sign icons will give you three free spins and multiply whatever you win by three. You can re-trigger the free spins during your bonus sequence, so it is to your advantage to choose the size of your wagers appropriately.

Chief's Fortune

20 Nov 2012 19:45:20 GMT

Chief’s Fortune is a single pay line, three-reel slot game that is great for those who enjoy a fast pace of play. The game is themed after the chief of an American Indian tribe. There are only six symbols, meaning that it is much easier to win than on the three-reel games that have between seven and nine symbols. Unusually for a single pay line slot game, the coin values are locked.

The most that you can win on a single spin in Chief’s Fortune is 2,000 coins. There is also an automatic spin feature that makes it easier for you to leave the game running while you are not at your computer. This slot game does not have the highest payout of any three-reel game, but its having fewer symbols means that you will win more frequently.

The coin values in Chief’s Fortune are set at a flat $1. You can bet as many as three coins on the pay line, bringing the maximum bet to $3 on a spin. How much you win on each jackpot is determined by how many coins you bet. The more coins you bet, the higher the jackpot. When you bet one coin at a time, the maximum jackpot is capped at $500. Conversely, you can win as much as $2,000 on a single spin when you bet $3. The same applies to the smaller winning combinations. As such, you should bet $3 on each spin if you would like to make more money.

An automatic spin feature allows you to set Chief’s Fortune to play while you are not at your computer. You specify the most that you are willing to lose and the top level at which you would like to halt play. The game will also stop automatically playing if you hit the jackpot. You can never lose more than you have in the machine, so this is a great option if you want to multitask.

Billion Dollar Gran

2 Nov 2012 00:13:21 GMT

Billion Dollar Gran is a three-reel, one-payline fruit machine that revolves around Florence, the widow of a billionaire. Unusually for a pub-style fruit slot, the win spins actually have the potential to pay out more than the fixed jackpot. For instance, the primary fixed jackpot is set at 2,000 times whatever your trigger bet is. Conversely, the win spin jackpot can pay out at up to 2,500 times your trigger bet!. Betting size allowances range from $0.10 to $10 on a single coin, so even modestly bankrolled individuals can play to their hearts’ content.

Like most all fruit machines, this one has the standard holding and nudging slot features. In addition to the standard holding and nudging, you can employ advanced holding and nudging features that give you extra opportunities to walk away a winner. Lastly, there is a bonus bowling game that awards prizes based on your initial wager. Try out Billion Dollar Gran if you would like to play a fruit machine that takes the game to a whole new level.

The win spin game is activated after you hit one of the primary winning combinations. After each primary combination win, you get a certain number of win spins that you spend on the bonus feature’s three-by-three reel grid. Getting nine Gran symbols pays out at a rate of 2,500 multiplied by whatever your triggering wager is.

The Bowling Green bonus game is activated when you get three bowling bowls in a row on your sole payline. You don’t win as much in this game as you do in the win spin game, but it is close. The most you can win in this game is actually on par with the game’s primary jackpot, which is 2,000 coins.

Do not play Billion Dollar Gran if you are looking for a simple three-reel pub slot. However, if you want a fruit machine with more bonus games than any five-reel game and a whole slew of neat holding and nudging features, this might be the game for you. You can only bet with one coin, so you do not need to worry about staggered betting unit strategies.

Don Deal

2 Nov 2012 00:13:21 GMT

Don Deal is one of Microgaming’s single-payline, three-reel slot games. Themed after Don, a man in the Mafia, this game has a decent amount of bonus features and a respectable jackpot. Rather than operating on the standard one coin per payline, Don Deal allows you to use up to two coins, though you can play with just one if you prefer to. Under normal circumstances, the top jackpot is $8,000, but there are multipliers and a bonus round that can substantially increase that amount.

Wagering limits are between $0.25 and $5 per coin, with a two-coin maximum. This is not a fruit machine, so you cannot use holding and nudging features, but there are a wild symbol and a multiplier symbol. Don Deal is the kind of fast-paced game that you can play for hours on end, or just for a quick sitting.

Because there is not a bonus game to break up the playing, Don Deal is an easy game to play in multiple windows. If you play in multiple windows, you can play at lower limits while still giving yourself twice the chances to hit the major jackpots. Whether you play with one coin at a time or two is mostly irrelevant, but it becomes more important if you want to play at higher betting limits. Another advantage of its fast-paced nature is that you can effectively double your playing limits by playing in two windows at once. Of course, doing so can be your downfall if you are not careful.

The symbols are relatively easy to remember because there are not as many as in a five-reel slot game. The cash symbol is the wild symbol, meaning that you can use it as a substitute for other symbols; it also counts as a multiplier, so this is probably the most important symbol in the game. The other symbols are standard bars, sevens and cherries. The theme and symbols aren’t as loud or extreme as those in some of Microgaming’s other slots, but less is more in Don Deal.

Harveys

2 Nov 2012 00:13:20 GMT

Harveys is one of the most compelling video slot machines where you can win some big jackpots. Its theme is based around food and culinary art, with mouthwatering dishes for symbols rather than the standard bars and cherries you see in other games. The maximum jackpot is set at $10,000, but that amount can be significantly augmented in your favor if you happen to win it during a free-spin game. This slot has five reels and a whopping 25 paylines, each of which can be activated by an individual coin. While it may sound like you need to spend a lot to play for a lot, the coin limits are quite favorable; you can bet as little as $0.01 on a coin or as much as $0.20.

Also, there are almost no games on the Internet that allow you to bet as many as 500 coins on a single spin. Apart from the free-spin game, there are other symbols and features that multiply your wins, so you do not have to bet $100 to get rich. This game is a non-progressive slot and it is not a fruit machine, so you do not get to hold and nudge combinations. Play Harveys if you want to jump on the opportunity to bet 500 coins on every spin.

The free-spin game is one of the best offered in any slot because it gives you 30 free spins rather than between the five and 15 that others offer. You activate the free-spin rounds by getting the champagne icon on the second and fourth reels at the same time. Anything that you win during the free-spin cycle can be multiplied by as many as 25 times, though the average is lower than that. Also, the free-spin game can be retriggered, so it is technically possible to get more than 100 free spins in a row with multiplied wins.

Other features that make Harveys fun to play include its wild symbol, multiplier, scatter and the animated sequences when you win. The wild symbols can act as substitutes for other symbols when you have combinations that are very nearly there. The scatter symbols can turn mismatched paylines into cash.

Lucky Darts

2 Nov 2012 00:13:20 GMT

Lucky Darts is actually three games integrated within one online video slot. At first glance, it looks like a typical fruit machine, but it is actually a three-reel, single-payline fruit pub slot with a side game and a win-activated bonus round. Its Theme is based on playing darts, and there is even a dart-throwing bonus game. The primary jackpot is nothing special, but the bonus features more than pick up the slack. The main purpose of playing the basic game is to activate Heads or Tails, the win-activated bonus round.

Zero/One Gamble is the other bonus game, and it is where the real money is. If you manage to hit the bull’s-eye three times in a row, you are paid 3,000 times your trigger bet. Also, despite looking like a fruit machine, there are no holding and nudging features. Lucky Darts is a great game choice if you need a break from the monotony of typical three-reel games.

Apart from activating Heads or Tails, you should be trying to trigger the darts game while you play. Anything that you win during the bonus games is directly multiplied by your trigger bet, so be sure to always play at a limit that will be worth your while if you hit the jackpot. The Zero/One game is activated randomly as you play. Its activation is subject to the number of times that you spin rather than the actual amount of time that you spend playing, so playing quickly is imperative. Another alternative is to play in two windows at once, particularly if you are afraid to raise your betting limits beyond a certain range but you still want to increase your odds of triggering the bonus games.

Betting limits range between $0.10 and $10 on one coin, and the basic jackpot is 200 times your trigger bet. As such, the main jackpot is only $2,000 if you are betting the maximum. However, the Zero/One jackpot is 3,000 times your trigger bet—$30,000 if you wager the maximum. Find a betting range that you are comfortable with and watch the money pour in.

Spin Crazy

2 Nov 2012 00:13:20 GMT

Spin Crazy is a somewhat unconventional pub-style slot with a higher maximum jackpot than most other pub slots. Despite being a pub slot, Spin Crazy looks like and plays like a fruit machine, with its fruit symbols, bars and other standard fruit machine themes. The game runs three reels, and you can bet on one payline. There is also an integrated bonus feature that acts as a passive bonus game and potential multiplier when you get winning combinations.

The set betting units are anywhere from 10¢ to $10, if you are playing in dollars. If you win the jackpot, you get 2,000 times your bet—$20,000 if you bet the maximum. This is a great pub slot to try if you want a simple three-reel game that still has some passive bonus features to add to your hourly win rate.

There are nine winning combinations when you play, but the bonus feature adds additional modes of collecting cash. The best combination that you can get is three of the Spin Crazy logo on the single payline. Upon getting the three logos, you are awarded with 2,000 times the amount of your trigger bet. If you were to bet $1 on each spin, your maximum jackpot would be $2,000. Alternatively, if you were to bet $10 on each spin, your maximum jackpot would be $20,000.

In addition to the standard spins and the bonus pool, a shrewd player can take full advantage of the holding and nudging features that make this game a fruit machine and pub slot simultaneously. When you hold or nudge a combination, you can hold favorable symbols and then spin on the remaining reel to give yourself a second chance at winning on a big combination. For instance, if you were to get two of the Spin Crazy logo on your payline, you could hold those and then nudge the game to take a shot at the full jackpot. It does cost a small amount to hold and nudge, but it can pay off quite handsomely if you strategically employ this fruit machine feature.

Alien Cash Attack

24 Oct 2012 22:07:42 GMT

Alien Cash Attack is a combination between a classic pub-style slot game and a fruit machine. There are three reels and one payline, as well as a free-spin game that awards as many as 25 win spins. Additionally, the win spins can be translated into cash rewards later in the game, with multipliers that add to your in-game combination wins. In addition to its bonus features and game hybridization, Alien Cash Attack has the standard fruit machine holding and nudging options that allow you to take scattered combinations and turn them into straight wins.

Also, while many three-reel games have five symbols, this game has six, giving you even more ways to win. One of the bonus features has a multiplier sequence that can multiply your trigger wager by as many as 500 times!. You can bet one coin at a time, but you are allowed to change your coin size so that it is as high as $10. This game packs a lot of punch for a three-reel game, and the bonus features generously compliment the traditional fruit machine playing options.

The betting units in Alien Cash Attack vary depending on the region that you are playing in and on what online casino. That said, the currency units scale with the game, so the jackpot for a game in pounds would technically be higher than in a game using dollars. The minimum bet is $0.10 and the maximum bet is $10, with a single-coin limit for the sole payline.

While the jackpot isn’t as high as those offered in some games, remember that this is a three-reel, single-payline game; you only need to bet with one coin in order to get the maximum jackpot, rather than betting the maximum on 25 paylines at once like you would on some of the five-reel games. In addition to the 500-coin jackpot, the other in-game features quickly add to your net earnings when you play.

Bar Bar Black Sheep

24 Oct 2012 22:07:42 GMT

Bar Bar Black Sheep is a slot game that is atypical for a three-reel, single-payline game. For one, it relies on wild symbols and multipliers rather than fruit machine-style holding and nudging features. Also, unlike the five-reel games that typically employ multipliers and wild symbols, this game does not have a free-spin game or a complicated bonus game. This is a fast-paced classic slot with an above-average maximum payout and a nice bet-to-win ratio. The game’s theme itself is based on the popular nursery rhyme.

And, true to its name, the symbols are of various bars and sheep. While the minimum bet of 25¢ may be higher than on some similar games, you only need to bet on the one payline to reap the full benefits of the game’s payout schedule. It is also important to note that, although this is a single-payline game, you can bet as many as three coins at a time. Try this slot if you want a game that you can play quickly and efficiently—even in multiple windows at the same time.

There are six symbols in Bar Bar Black Sheep, but you do not always have to get three of a kind to be paid. The wool symbols pay out alone, in pairs and in triplets, but they do not pay as high as some of the other symbols. For instance, if you bet two coins, you would be paid four coins when you got a single wool symbol on the payline. If you got three of the wool symbol at once, you would be paid 10 coins. So, there are diminishing returns on the wool symbols, but being paid for the partial combinations helps in the long run.

The Best combination that you can get is three of the black sheep symbols on the same payline. This combination pays out at 1,000 coins if you bet one or two coins, but it pays out at 1,600 coins if you bet three. As such, it is in your best interest to always bet three coins, even if you are not betting on the full amount, since you will always be paid proportionately more with three coins in.

Big Break Slot

24 Oct 2012 22:07:42 GMT

Big Break has one of the highest fixed jackpots of any non-progressive slot game. Playing the basic game, you can win as much as $75,000 on a single spin. Additionally, the bonus game and free-spin game give you opportunities to win even more. There are five reels and 15 paylines, which is relatively standard for this type of game. Having fewer paylines means that you can use higher coin amounts without spreading yourself too thin to activate all of them.

The theme itself looks like some kind of primal parody of a fruit machine. Some of the symbols are of various primates and the others are of different fruits. The color scheme is mostly comprised of light tans and pastels, with a dark blue background for the symbols. The gameplay is nice, but it is the massive jackpot that sets Big Break above its peers.

The minimum bet is $0.15, which isn’t high, though it is slightly higher than the minimum that some other games have. The maximum amount for a coin is set at $1.50, making the overall maximum bet $75. The jackpot is 1,000 multiplied by whatever your trigger bet is, so you can figure that into your bankroll budgeting when you decide what limits you would like to play at.

As a general rule, it is better to bet smaller amounts on all of the paylines than to bet a lot on one coin since the coins activate separate paylines. The more paylines you have activated, the greater your chances of winning and activating the bonus games.

Big Break has both a free-spin game and a passive bonus feature. The bonus feature pops up randomly and multiplies whatever you win by 50. The free-spin game operates much like those featured in other games, with activation requiring three or more scatter symbols. It is important to note that Big Break actually has two multiplier symbols, meaning that you can significantly ramp up your winning combinations. This is a great choice for players who like five-reel, multi-payline games but dislike long intermissions for bonus games that detract from the overall playing experience.

Burning Desire

24 Oct 2012 22:07:41 GMT

Burning Desire is on the more complex end of the slot game scale. For starters, rather than having the 15 to 25 paylines that are standard for a five-reel game, this game has no paylines; instead, the game uses a pattern matrix that identifies 243 winning patterns. These patterns can be spread across all five reels at any point, and the payouts vary greatly. To make things easier for mere human minds to track, the designers made most aspects of the winning patterns based on how many of each symbol are present across the board.

One very distinct advantage of this type of payout scenario is that you can win multiple combinations at once, so it could technically be possible to win a jackpot and the second-largest combination simultaneously. In addition to its impressive payout schedule, Burning Desire has a free-spin game in which all 15 of your free spins pay you at three times the normal rate, as dictated by your trigger bet. If you are looking for something a cut above the usual five-reel slots, give this game a spin.

Rather than shooting in the dark on every spin, there are a few guidelines that you can remember when you play. First, in order to activate a winning combination, you need to have one of the symbols for that combination show up on the first reel. Where on the reel it shows up is inconsequential; as long as it is there, it counts. How many of that symbol you get across all of the reels will determine the amount that you are paid.

Also, you can win multiple combinations at once as long as all of them have their first symbols on the first reel. It is important to note, too, that the free-spin game can be re-triggered indefinitely, paying out all winning combinations at three times their normal rate, so be sure to always use a trigger bet that will pay off if you hit it big.

Multihand 3 Card Poker Gold

24 Oct 2012 22:07:41 GMT

Multihand 3 Card Poker Gold is a version of Microgaming’s 3 Card Poker that allows you to bet and play on up to five hands at once. There are some distinct advantages to this game versus the one-hand versions. For one, you get to see more of the cards on your side of the table, meaning that you can build a better mental picture of what the dealer has. If you have any experience with similar types of table games like blackjack or poker, you’ll better appreciate the huge advantage of knowing the table’s card distribution.

Apart from allowing players to play at up to five spots, this game has the dual playing options that its one-hand predecessor does; you can play the Pair Plus game and also play the Ante game, or you can just play one or the other. This is a great game for poker players who want to play a somewhat predictable card game against the house that doesn’t have the stress of blackjack or the wild betting patterns of holdem poker.

While you cannot trade cards with your other hands or view all of the simultaneously, you can still see your cards in each betting and playing round. Even if you simply bet the minimum for your first four hands and then actually play with your last hand, you see more cards and get to determine what else is left in the deck, giving you a better chance of figuring out what the dealer might have.

This game gives you the chance to essentially play as five people with one mind and one bankroll. Also, if you are already good at 3 Card Poker Gold, playing Multihand 3 Card Poker gold will give you the chance to get more hands in per hour. Be sure to make sure that you are a competent player before jumping into playing five spots at a time, since any advantage or disadvantage will be amplified by five.

The Bee's Knees Slot

10 Oct 2012 20:21:56 GMT

The Bees Knees is a pub slot with a playing configuration reminiscent of a classic fruit machine. You have features like holding and nudging, but the game has the feel of one of the simpler classic three-reel, one-payline slot games. That said, it is technically a fruit machine with fruit symbols, bars and theme-relevant art. The theme itself is based around bees, honey and money. Unusually for a fruit machine, however, this game also has a bonus game that allows you to choose from multiple levels of boxes with cash prizes.

It is not an overly complex bonus feature, but it sure adds some flavor to a sweet game. The jackpot payouts are in coins rather than dollars, with a maximum payout of 1,000 coins. You can only bet one coin at a time, which actually makes betting strategies much easier; all that you have to do is vary the amount assigned to your coin for each spin. Try out The Bees Knees if you are looking for something that plays like a fruit machine but feels like a classic pub slot.

The coin options in The Bees Knees range from $0.10 to $10 on a single spin. You can only bet one coin at a time, rather than the 200 seen in some multi-payline slots. When you bet the maximum amount on a coin you can win $10,000 on the jackpot. The second jackpot is 160 coins, or $1,600. Even if you don’t intend to bet the maximum amount on your coins, the jackpot scales quite favorably with the betting units.

Apart from the primary spin features, The Bees Knees has a good bonus game and the standard holding and nudging features that distinguish fruit machines. When you play the bonus game you are presented with a selection of boxes to click on. Clicking on the boxes gives you various cash prizes. The holding and nudging features allow you to pay a little bit more to turn your close combinations into winning combinations.

Money Star

10 Oct 2012 20:21:54 GMT

Money Star is a somewhat unconventional pub-style slot game. This slot game comes with three reels and a single payline that you can bet one coin on. The minimum bet is $0.10 and the maximum bet is $10, with a 200-coin jackpot that equates to a cool $2,000. The game’s look is relatively unremarkable, but it adheres to the high bar of graphical user interfacing that Microgaming sets for all of its games.

There is a free win-spin feature that is activated when you get a golden star between any two non-star symbols. These winning spins take whatever amount you win and potentially multiply it. Also, rather than the holding and nudging features that you commonly see in traditional fruit machines, this game has automatic holding and nudging that works in your favor. Though the primary jackpot isn’t particularly high on its own, the win-spin multipliers make this a game that is on par with any other three-reel slot in its class.

Holding and nudging is usually an option that you need to pay a little extra for when you get a combination that is almost a win but that is frequently missing an important symbol. Money Star automatically holds close wins for you, giving you free chances to win those spins. If you are a player that finds holding and nudging to be annoying or unhelpful, you can always select the option to turn off automatic holding and nudging.

The game’s jackpot is three gold coins, and it pays out at 200 times the trigger bet. So, if you bet $5 on one coin, your jackpot will be $1,000. If you bet $10 on the coin, your jackpot will be $2,000. There is also a multiplier that can yield substantial returns on winning spins, far exceeding the amounts awarded from the primary and secondary jackpots.

Chain Mail

10 Oct 2012 20:21:54 GMT

While slot games are known for having somewhat odd themes, Chain Mail is in a league of its own. With a theme based around a knight who delivers mail, much like a postman, this game has an unusual mix of symbols. Along with knight-themed foods, like pizza and arrow kebabs, there are also axes and crossed swords. The game itself is a five-reel, 20-payline slot with a cash jackpot of $15,000.

Coin denominations are relatively low, at a range between $0.01 and $0.50 per coin; however, you can bet as many as 100 coins, making the maximum bet an even $50. Rather than a traditional free-spin game, there is a bonus jackpot that is activated when you get between three and five scatter symbols at once. And, like any good five-reel slot, Chain Mail has an original multi-tiered bonus game. This is a slot game that is unusual, fun and lucrative.

While you can see which combinations pay out the set jackpots and coin amounts by looking in the game’s charts, you should know which symbols modify your gameplay. While on a fruit machine you would use holding and nudging features to win more money, you use the bonus game, the scatter bonus and special symbols to make money in Chain Mail. The wax seal is the wild symbol, and it can substitute for any other symbol besides the scatter symbols and bonus game activator.

When you use one or more wild symbols to complete a combination, you are paid twice the amount that you would have been otherwise. Between three and five scatter symbols gives you a bonus payout at a rate of between two and 100 times your trigger bet. Lastly, you trigger the bonus game when you get the bonus symbol on the first, third and fifth reels at the same time.

Captain Cash

10 Oct 2012 20:21:54 GMT

Captain Cash is essentially a cross between a classic pub-style slot and a multi-payline game. There are three reels and five paylines, rather than the standard single payline for a three-reel game. The game has a theme that revolves around pirates, the captain, treasure, ships and secret islands. The reels and pay tables lie on a background of sand, while a portrait of the captain’s pirate ship dominates the upper half of the screen. This is not a fruit machine, meaning that you cannot hold and nudge certain reels.

There is a wild symbol that can fill in for any other symbol on your paylines. You can activate each payline with one coin, making the maximum bet five coins. Each coin has a size of anywhere between $0.02 and $1, so you can bet as much as $5 on a single spin. The jackpot is 1,000 coins, and you can hit it on any of the paylines, though betting on all of them at the same time enhances your chances of winning. This is a great game for anyone who is looking for an entertaining three-reel slot game that can be played as a penny slot or a higher-stake slot.

There is no separate bonus game, free-spin cycle or fruit machine-style holding and nudging, but Captain Cash does have some advantages over other games. For one, there is the treasure chest feature, which has a chance of being activated and paying out as many as 750 coins on each of the five paylines. On top of that, Captain Cash has a higher payout rate than most three-reel games.

Rather than make players jump through hoops and play bonus games in order to ramp up their hypothetical win rates, Captain gives everyone a more consistent and predictable payout rate. As long as you keep your betting limits relatively flat, you should be able to predict the ups and downs when you play on this slot game.

3 Card Poker Gold

10 Oct 2012 20:21:54 GMT

3 Card Poker Gold is a variant of Microgaming’s earlier version of 3 Card Poker. Most of the features are the same, but there are some minor aesthetic differences and a few playing and payout differences. This is a game that is played against the dealer through your computer, but it is not what one would consider to be traditional video poker; rather, it is a digital version of a table game that one plays against the house, much like blackjack. Rather than relying on a score as close to 21 as possible, the objective of this game is to have the best three-card combination possible.

There are numerous strategies and tricks that you can use when you play this game, and it gives you, the player, a greater degree of control than shot-in-the-dark games like the slots. Many casinos also offer large progressive jackpots in these games that you can win when you get the royal flush. Whether you are a casual card player or a serious online gambler, this is a game that strikes a perfect balance between high potential payout and player control.

You can actually play two games when you play 3 Card Poker Gold, be they separately or in conjunction. The first is the Pair Plus game, in which you and the dealer get your first three cards before deciding if you will continue or fold. In the Pair Plus game, you can still be paid for a lost hand if you hold a pair at the end. The other game is the Ante game, in which you put up a bet before you get the cards and then possibly bet more later.

The advantage of the Ante game is that you can win the hand if the dealer does not hold at least a queen or better. Playing both gives you twice as many chances to win in both games, but it also costs more to play.

Ski Bunny

29 Sep 2012 14:37:05 GMT

Ski Bunny is a cool fruit machine slot with three reels and a single payline. The theme is based around a cute bunny on skis, as well as the usual symbols that you would find on any other fruit game. Unlike most games of its kind, this one has a multi-tiered bonus game in which you get an additional spin after every winning combination that you hit. This bonus spin can multiply your win by as many as 50 times. After the first round of the bonus game, you enter the second screen that gives you the chance to activate a 500x multiplier!

Coin size varies between $0.10 and $10, with a maximum jackpot of 500 coins, or $5,000. Despite being a single-payline game, Ski Bunny has three pay tables that show the payout rates for the primary game and the two separate bonus rounds. This is probably one of Microgaming’s most versatile fruit machines, and it is very fun to play.

Fruit machines allow players more control over the outcomes of their spins than other slot games, and Ski Bunny is no exception. The hold feature allows you to hold one or more reels still and then nudge whichever reel you want to take a second chance on. It costs a little bit more to hold and nudge on spins, but the extra jackpots are definitely worth it.

While the symbols are relatively easy to remember, understanding the pay tables is more important when you play Ski Bunny. The slot is actually three games in one. Most payouts hinge on the multipliers that are activated at the end of usual spin; those multipliers will determine the realized rate at which you are paid. Keeping a solid flat bet is the best way to ensure that you know what to expect from your sittings, as wins and losses can vary quite wildly if you are hitting big multipliers and using the holding and nudging features frequently.

Santa Paws

29 Sep 2012 14:37:05 GMT

With 40 winning combinations, 20 paylines and a bonus game, Santa Paws is a very balanced five-reel video slot machine. The theme is based on a slot game around Christmas, winter holidays, Santa and various animals. The non-progressive jackpot is a whopping 4,000 coins, with the monetary amount scaling according to your selected coin size. Coin sizes vary from $0.01 to $0.25, and you can bet as many as 200 coins on a single spin. There is a free-spin feature that you can activate, and it pays out at an unheard-of multiplicative bonus of seven.

Rather than having a typical bonus game in which you merely click on something, this game has a secondary gambling feature that allows you to possibly multiply any small or large winning combinations that you get. The bonus game gives Santa Paws the feel of a strategy game without complicating its learning curve. Apart from the free spins and the gambling feature, you will find all of the other symbols typical in a five-reel game. This is a great game to play if you want a little bit of strategy, a lot of winning combinations and the best free-spin multiplier of its kind.

Most free-spin bonus games give you anywhere from one to nine free spins with the winnings multiplied at a rate of between two and three. Santa Paws gives you 12 free spins and pays out at seven times what you would have otherwise made with your trigger bet. The free-spin game is activated when you get three or more penguin symbols on an activated line. The free spins dramatically ramp up your average winnings over time, and they can earn you thousands of dollars on the bigger winning combinations.

The second bonus feature isn’t exactly a separate game; rather, it is a secondary gambling feature that allows you to double down on smaller jackpots and winning combinations that you have already secured. Upon winning, you have the option of trying to turn that win into more money or keeping the amount that you already have. This feature can make you a lot of money when it is used in conjunction with the free-spin game.

Joker 8000

29 Sep 2012 14:37:05 GMT

Joker 8000 is a fruit machine with a few unusual features. Like its predecessor, Joker 6000, it as a super-meter, which is essentially a meter that shows how many credits you have in the super game. The super game is a bonus betting feature that you can play on top of your normal betting. Making full use of the bonus feature is a great way to stack your winnings once you have enough points. Like all fruit machines, Joker has holding and nudging features that give you second chances on combos that are very nearly wins.

Because it has three reels and one payline, rather than the five reels and multiple paylines in other games, keeping track of your combinations is very easy. The theme isn’t very noteworthy, as it uses symbols and fruits comparable to any other pub slot or fruit machine, but its bonus feature more than makes up for what it lacks in aesthetic appeal. Try this game if you love fruit machines but want bonus features to break up the monotony.

You can bet as little as $0.10 or as much as $100 on a single spin. The top jackpot is set at 8,000 coins, hence the game’s name, and the second largest jackpot isn’t much smaller. You can switch your betting levels across five different tiers as you play, creating ample opportunities for you to use progressive betting strategies. The maximum bet in the super game is $20, but that is with points acquired through play with your own money.

The symbols in Joker 8000 are pretty standard: There are fruits like melons, lemons and cherries; and there are also bars, crowns and jokers. A typical winning combination is three of the same symbol across the sole payline, and there are 27 winning combinations in all.

Age of Discovery

29 Sep 2012 14:37:04 GMT

Age of Discovery is somewhat different from other classic five-reel, 25-payline slot games. Rather than bombard your senses with flashing lights, harsh colors and visually revolting symbols, Discovery brings an artistic element to the table; it is very easy on the eyes, with beautiful compasses, fruits, vegetables and other seafaring designs. The coin sizes range from $0.01 to $1, with the option of betting as many as 250 coins on a single spin. The jackpot is in coins instead of dollars, so you can proportionately control your potential payouts. Like any respectable classic five-reel game, this one has a wild symbol, a multiplier and a bonus game that pays generously. You have 32 different winning combinations to aim for, not to mention the bonus game. All in all, this is a classy, classic game that will keep you on your toes.

Winning the bonus game is one of the best ways to bring up your winning average over long sessions. The bonus in Age of Discovery is activated when you get three or more compasses on a payline that you have selected. When you start the bonus game, you are given the option to choose one of three worlds to explore. Clicking on the worlds gives you cash that accumulates as you play.

The symbols are pretty easy to remember. Compasses activate the bonus game, with three on a selected payline required to turn it on. The sea monsters are scatter symbols, with three or more turning close combinations into winning combinations that pay you. There is also a wild symbol that can act as a substitute for other symbols—even the big ones—so be sure to keep an eye out for gold coins. All of the symbols are aesthetically pleasant, and there are no modest payouts in Age of Discovery; every winning combination is worth your while.

Diamond 7's

29 Sep 2012 14:37:04 GMT

Diamond 7s is a slot game with bling. The theme is pretty utilitarian, with diamond-encrusted 7s and five other standard symbols. It uses three reels and a single payline, with a maximum jackpot of $12,500. There are not a lot of bonus options in the game, but it pays out very handsomely when you win. You can bet anywhere between one coin and three, with a full betting range of between $0.25 and $15. The maximum coin size is $5.

When you look at your expected net win or loss when you play Diamond 7s, it can be classified as a medium-risk game; it isn’t like playing roulette, but you should play aggressively and then get out while you are ahead. This is a slot that takes online play back to the bare basics, and it will definitely appeal to people who enjoy a good old-style pub slot.

The pay tables scale progressively in Diamond 7s. For instance, when you get three 7s across the same payline, you are paid 500 coins if you bet one coin, 1000 coins if you bet two coins, and you are paid 2500 coins if you bet with three coins. So, it is actually more profitable to bet with three coins regardless of how much each is worth. If you ever need to scale down your bets, be sure to do so in a way that allows you to bet all three coins on each spin.

Most online casinos will allow you to play Diamond 7s in two or more windows at once, so you can bet in smaller denominations with three coins at a time—just in three games at the same time, too. This is a strategy that some card players use to limit their exposure to risk while still reaping the benefits of proportionately favorable payouts.

City of Gold

29 Sep 2012 14:37:04 GMT

City of Gold is a three-reel slot game with one payline. The theme is based around a hidden Mayan city with a pyramid of solid gold. As a slot game adventurer, it is your quest to liberate the city’s vast treasures. It is important to note that this is a classic slot game, not a fruit machine, which essentially means that there are no holding and nudging features; however, there are features that make it very worth playing. The pay table is set up with two tiers, meaning that your wins will always scale in proportion to your bets; you can bet one coin or two coins, with twice the winnings if you bet with two. The minimum bet is relatively high, and the betting spread is modest, but the jackpot is quite high in comparison to those offered in similar three-reel classic slot games.

Understanding and recognizing the symbols is important in any game with anything beyond the most rudimentary spin combinations. Unlike most three-reel games, this one has six symbols rather than the standard five. Not only does this mean that there are more winning combinations, it also means that there are more secondary functions for those symbols. The basket symbol acts as a wild symbol and a multiplier at the same time; any combination that it completes pays out at twice its normal amount. If you get two wild symbols, they will quadruple the winning combination that they complete.

The maximum jackpot is a hefty $8,000. While that may not seem like much compared to some five-reel, multi-payline slots, it is actually quite high when you figure in the trigger bet required to win it. The betting range for City of Gold is between $0.25 and $10, with a two-coin maximum. To win that much on a five-reel game you would need to bet in the neighborhood of $100. Play City of Gold and get more bang for your buck.

Blackjack Bonanza

29 Sep 2012 14:37:03 GMT

Blackjack Bonanza is not really a blackjack game; rather, it is a three reel, one payline classic slot game that has a blackjack-related theme. Unlike a fruit machine, this game does not have holding and nudging features; instead there are scatter and wild symbols that turn close wins into paid combos. Like its table game counterpart, Bonanza is a fast-paced bar slot game in which a lot can happen within a few spins. You can play in regular mode or expert mode, but expert mode has more features.

One of the most distinguishing features of expert mode is the ability to set your game on automatic spins within parameters that you lay out. Unlike with a slot that has disruptive bonus games, Bonanza has all of its features integrated with the primary playing scheme. You can bet anywhere from one to three coins on the single payline, and your bets scale accordingly. Try out Blackjack Bonanza if you want a simple three-reel game with a fast pace and a familiar theme.

Coin size matters in this slot game. How much you bet will determine such factors as how long you can reliably play for, how much you will win on spins and how comfortable you will feel using such features as the automatic spins. One advantageous feature of Blackjack Bonanza is that it allows you to spin ten times in a row when you are in expert mode. Not only does this give your fingers a break from clicking, it also means that you can play multiple games at the same time.

For instance, if you wanted to play one of Microgaming’s table blackjack games, you could do so while you played the slot version. Alternatively, you could play three or four of Blackjack Bonanza in multiple windows at the same time. One of the advantages of playing in multiple windows at once is that it allows you more long-term stability in your play at lower levels that are less likely to wipe out your bankroll in one bad streak.

3 Card Poker

29 Sep 2012 14:37:03 GMT

The web-based version of 3 Card Poker is very similar to the table version. Most online casinos offer it in some form or other, but more slot-oriented casinos might not. The object of the game, as with any other game of poker, is to have the best five-card combination at the table. In this game, you play against the dealer rather than other players. In many cases, there is a progressive jackpot at the table, generally won when you get a royal flush.

In online casinos, the jackpot is usually shared across hundreds or even thousands of players, meaning that it can get very large quite quickly—some can go well over $100,000. How you play the game can vary according to your personal preferences, but conservative play has been proven time and again to be the biggest guarantor of poker success, no matter which variant you play. This is a great game to play if you want something that involves skill, but you want less repetition than blackjack and you would like a shot at an oftentimes-massive progressive jackpot.

3 Card Poker is played with 52 cards, the jokers removed, and it will often have multiple players at the table. Your primary goal as a player is to beat the dealer. The card ranks are the same as in other forms of poker, with the single pair being the lowest-ranked combo and the royal flush being the best hand that you can get. While you do need to play conservatively, there are instances in which you should be more aggressive. For instance, if you are towards the end of the ante cycle, you have more leeway to be aggressive because you get to see everyone else act first. The most important thing that you can remember in any poker game with a progressive jackpot is to always, always press your bets when you have a shot at the royal flush; anything you bet will pay itself off in its entirety if you win the progressive jackpot.

Thor Blimey!

15 Sep 2012 11:25:23 GMT

Thor Blimey! is somewhat of a hybrid slot game, as it has three reels and five paylines, rather than the standard three reels and one payline for a fruit machine. Despite having three reels, the game can most accurately be described as a pub-style slot game instead of a fruit machine. The game’s theme is campy and cartoonish, revolving around the Viking god, Thor, and his many antics. The minimum bet is £0.10 and the maximum bet is £10.00, with a respectable maximum jackpot of £20,000. Like a fruit machine, the game permits holding and nudging, along with some other features that can greatly enhance gameplay. There is also a great bonus game in which you spin a reel and choose from pots to get randomized prizes. You will enjoy playing this game if you like pub-style games and fruit machines, since it offers the best features of both types of games.

Rather than having players rely on free-spin games for the majority of their earnings, Thor Blimey! is more strategy oriented. When you get combinations that are almost wins, you can hold certain reels and nudge others so that you get winning combinations. There are also multipliers that turn otherwise modest wins into hefty prizes.

During the bonus game, payers are able to win as many as 15 nudges and can multiply Cash Pot wins by as much as 2000. However, a player can only collect the winnings from the Cash Pot if he or she is successful in the bonus round. Unlike most three-reel slot games, Thor Blimey! is as much a game of skill as it is a game of luck. Players of most slot games are merely observers who spin and hope for favorable outcomes. When you play Thor Blimey!, you take control of the spins and nudge the results in the right direction. You also get to stack multipliers and free nudges that will further ramp up your winnings.

Scrooge

15 Sep 2012 11:25:23 GMT

Few slot games have more paylines than Scrooge. Inspired by the film classic, “A Christmas Carol,” this game has five reels and 50 paylines with all of the features that make multi-payline games great, like scatter symbols, wild symbols, free spins, multipliers and a great bonus game. Uncharacteristically for a non-progressive slot game, Scrooge has a maximum base jackpot of $50,000, a free-spin jackpot of $100,000 and a maximum $5,000 prize if you win the bonus game. Instead of having a set amount of free spins that are activated when you get a few scatter symbols at once, this game gives you the option of choosing a free spin or checking off a day on your calendar after you win on a spin. The calendar is a neat in-game feature that counts down to “Christmas,” upon which you activate the bonus game. This is a game that will give you a lot of bang for your buck, and it has enough features to keep you on the edge of your seat every time that you play.

The minimum bet size for a coin is $0.50 and the maximum coin size is $25. You can bet as many as 10 coins at once, bringing the overall maximum bet for a spin to $250. The amount that you win during the free-spin game is doubled, which has a substantial effect on your actualized earnings over time. Also, because you can pick and choose your own free spins, you can give yourself the best chance of maxing out the jackpot when you hit it. There are also other factors that can positively affect your earnings. For instance, there are five different multipliers that can boost your winnings at a rate of anywhere from 6x to 20x.

Scrooge’s most distinctive feature is its calendar countdown. You check off days when you spin, and then you are given the option to check off additional days when you win, eventually unlocking the bonus game. Alternatively, you can dedicate your wins to free spins that double the amount of anything that you win with your trigger bet.

Scratch N Spin

15 Sep 2012 11:25:22 GMT

Scratch N Spin is an hybrid game serves as both scratch card and an online video slot. In its capacity as a slot game, it has three reels and one payline, making it very simple and easy to operate for both novice players and experienced players. Like a fruit machine, it allows players to hold and nudge unfavorable or close reel combinations. The theme is aesthetically pleasing but unremarkable, with the typical symbols that you would see in other fruit machines, like oranges, numbers, cherries, lemons and so forth. The bonus game is a scratch card-type feature that allows you to choose from six types of cards that have different themes. How many cards you are awarded depends on how many fruit symbols there are on the reels when you activate the bonus. It is a single-payline slot game, so the maximum bet isn’t very high, at $10.00 for a spin. That said, the jackpot is relatively high, at 1,000 coins, or a maximum of $10,000. This is a very easy game to play, but it offers more variety than your typical three-reel game and it has a higher jackpot than most games with similar maximum bets.

How much you can win when you play Scratch N Spin is entirely dependent on the betting limits that you are comfortable playing at. If you are more comfortable maxing out your bet for a single payline at $1, then your maximum jackpot will be $1,000. Alternatively, if you want to pull out all the stops and play at $10 per spin, your maximum jackpot can be as high as $10,000. The jackpots are entirely independent of the bonus game winnings, which can vary widely.

The Scratch N Spin bonus feature is pretty easy to use. I When you see the logo spin, it means that you have activated the bonus feature. How many fruit symbols there are on the reels dictates how many cards you get to choose from at the time that the game is activated. There are six types of cards, and they have themes like football, racing and space aliens. How much you make during the bonus game is dependent on the amount of your trigger bet.

Magic Spell

15 Sep 2012 11:25:22 GMT

If you are looking for a five-reel 25-payline slot game that has a theme focused on cats, magic and witchery, try out Magic Spell. It is an interactive video slot game that has a pretty complex system of magic in which you must become a slot wizard and learn four types of magic. Once you have mastered the four types of magic, you become eligible to win even bigger jackpots. The game offers a great deal of options for players who like to spread their bets out over multiple paylines; alternatively, the game can still be played on fewer paylines for substantial wins. On top of the interactive aspect of normal play, there is a bonus game that has multiple tiers. You can win as much as $100,000 from the normal game and $75,000 from the bonuses. The max bet is a whopping $250, but there are playing options for people with every size of bankroll. Try out Magic Spell if you want a fast-paced interactive slot game that has a lot of features and tons of prizes.

The maximum coin size in Magic Spell is $1 and the minimum coin size is $0.01, with a maximum bet of between 200 and 250 coins, depending on where you play. Generally, the maximum bet is 250 coins, equating to $10 bet on each payline. The base jackpot is 100,000 coins and the bonus game jackpot is 75,000 coins. So, in a sense, there are two main ways to win the game.

On top of the bonus game and schools of magic, there are also multipliers and other features that you would see in similar five-reel games. Because Magic Spell is an interactive slot game, gameplay may be slower than on something like a fruit machine, but you can distribute your bets in a manner that more than compensates for slower spins. Alternatively, if you want to play fast, you can just save your settings and forge ahead. Just be sure to play carefully during the bonus game, since that’s where the second-largest jackpot is.

Dogfather

15 Sep 2012 11:25:22 GMT

Dogfather is a five-reel, 20-payline game that has it all. The theme is one based around dogs with human characteristics in a criminal underworld where the mafia rules. While most five-reel games lack scatter symbols and free-spin games, this one includes a free-spin game that awards 13 free spins that multiply your wins by three. Apart from the free-spin game, there is a wild symbol and there is a multiplier. The bonus game is activated when you get three or more fire hydrants on your line, and it allows you to mark your territory on fire hydrants that give you real money. You can bet as many as 100 coins at once, and each coin can be valued at between $0.01 and $0.50, making the maximum bet a respectable $50. The maximum amount that you can bet on each specific line is five coins, so where you put your money is just as important as how much you bet across the board.

Despite not being a progressive slot game, Dogfather has a pretty hefty maximum payout of $37,000. That amount is 13,000 coins, so it scales with the amount that you bet on your payline. If you win on a payline that you have bet the max on, you may be able to hit the big jackpot. Regardless of whether you are playing for the maximum jackpot or some pocket cash, this game delivers.

The symbols in Dogfather are even nicer than most of other Microgaming’s slot games. About half of the symbols are of dogs in various gangster outfits. Some of the other symbols include a cigar, a teddy bear, spiked knuckles and a revolver. The fire hydrant symbols trigger the bonus game when you get three or more of them. The Dogfather symbol is the wild symbol, and it can stand in for any other in order to complete a winning combination. The fleas are the scatter symbols.

Heavy Metal

5 Sep 2012 11:13:07 GMT

Heavy Metal is an online video slot with a science fiction theme that revolves around guns, bullets, assassins and action. The game features three reels and three paylines, deviating from the typical single payline for a three-reel game. The maximum jackpot is a respectable $20,000, which is actually quite high for its maximum bet of $15. You can bet one coin per line, with a maximum of three coins per spin. There is no scatter symbol, as this is a three-reel game, but there is a wild symbol that can complete combinations and combine for a three-in-a-row payout. Rather than having a standard multiplier, the game uses a somewhat more complex system that uses all of the symbols as potential multipliers, with multiplicative effects ranging from x2 to x640. Also, like other fruit machines, this game allows you to hold and nudge your spin results, making it easier to turn close wins into realized payouts. If you like fruit machines, but want to play something with a greater element of strategy, be sure to try out Heavy Metal.

The free-spin game works a little differently than in other games. Instead of getting three of a scatter symbol and activating the game, you earn small diamonds when you start playing the game. Those diamonds slowly add up until you get three on payline one, at which point you are awarded three free spins. The free spins can be used in conjunction with the multiplicative bonuses on all wins.

Every symbol is also a multiplier in Heavy Metal. The question mark symbols multiply anything that you win by two and the sevens multiply anything that you win by 640. Because of this, the wild symbol doesn’t have a doubled bonus; its inherent bonus is the only multiplicative factor in a win. By using the nudge and hold features, you can take advantage of wild symbols when you get them. Also, the additional control that you have over each spin makes it easier to predict and secure extra sevens for wins that are multiplied by 640.

Grand 7's

5 Sep 2012 11:13:07 GMT

Grand 7s is a simple, easy, classic slot game with three reels and one payline. Its theme is neither boring nor pretentious; it looks like a normal arcade slot game. This game is somewhat more volatile than some similar games, which essentially means that you will see greater bankroll fluctuations when you play; such fluctuation may be positive or negative, depending on your luck. For a three-reel slot game, it has a relatively high maximum jackpot, at $12,500. Because this is not a fruit machine, there is not a wild symbol, nor is there a multiplier, but there is a scatter symbol. There is one payline, which means that you can bet the maximum three coins on one line. Coin sizes range from $0.25 to $5. If you want to play a game that is more of a roller coaster than comparable video slots, try Grand 7s.

Microgaming designs games for every type of gambler, and this game is no exception. This game is designed to be played with somewhat higher coin sizes and fewer coins, since you can only bet three coins at a time. As a result, you will see more significant ups and downs than you would with a five-reel video slot or a traditional fruit machine. This doesn’t mean that your net losses or gains will be higher, but you will notice more significant swings. Think of it as the roulette of arcade games.

One of the biggest advantages of Grand 7s is its pure simplicity. A pure online gambling novice can play without spending any time figuring out how it works. You can always use the free-play option to learn how to play and figure out if it is a game that you like. Even if you are a longtime slot player, you may enjoy the relief of not having to select betting amounts for 20 paylines.

Funhouse

5 Sep 2012 11:13:07 GMT

Casino gambling is as much about having fun as it is about making money, which is why Funhouse is the slot game to play. The game is a classic multi-line video slot with a maximum jackpot of 5,000 coins, or roughly $25,000. The maximum coin amount for a bet is five coins and the maximum coin size is $5.00, so the jackpot will always be in the neighborhood of 1,000 multiplied by your trigger bet. While it is not a fruit machine, this classic slot has several playing modes and an autoplay feature that can give your fingers a much-needed rest. Also, unlike a fruit machine, Funhouse lacks the typical symbols and free-spin game. There is a bonus round, and you still get to take advantage of the wild symbols and the multipliers. Microgaming delivers nothing but the best with fast-paced online casino game.

Unlike on a single-payline fruit machine, Funhouse has five paylines. Each line is activated by a coin, and you can bet as many as five coins. The coin size is between $0.25 and $5.00. In order to activate the highest jackpot, you need to play with all five coins, so you should set your coin amounts at the highest level that you are comfortable with. For instance, if you bet five coins at $0.25 per coin, your full bet will be $1.25.

There are two gaming modes: Regular Mode and Expert Mode. Expert Mode enables the advanced features, like an option to spin between five and 10 times in a row. You do not need to hold or nudge like you would in a fruit machine, which means that you can set the game to autoplay, which is an option that uses your designated settings to make consecutive spins without any action on your part. You are still alerted when you win, and you can continue spinning or pause as you see fit.

Elementals

5 Sep 2012 11:13:07 GMT

Elementals is a Microgaming slot game with five reels, 20 paylines and all the features that make five-reel games great. The game has an elemental theme, with symbols representing fire, water, air and earth; there are also five fruit symbols. There is a lot of betting leeway, with a minimum coin size of $0.01 and a maximum coin size of $0.50. You can bet just one coin, or you can bet 200 coins at once, with a maximum of ten coins per payline. The jackpot is 5,000 coins. Like most five-reel games, Elementals has a free-spin game in which all of your wins are doubled, with the amounts based on your trigger bet. Another feature is the recently trending gamble feature, which gives you the option of gambling on a win and trying to stack it instead of accepting it as it is. Try this game out if you want a game that will allow you to play at low limits but still double up on your wins for substantially higher amounts.

How much you win will depend largely on your wagering limits, how many paylines you bet on and whether you gamble on your wins. You can play a conservative game at a relatively high wagering limit, pocketing your wins as you get them. Or, you can play at lower limits, then aggressively double up on any wins that you get. It is important to note, however, that you may not gamble on your jackpots; once you get a jackpot, you have to keep what you get. So, if you are looking to pocket decent-sized wins, betting low and playing aggressively is probably your best choice. If you want to get big wins, play with greater coin sizes and on more paylines.

Elementals is not a fruit machine, so you have less control over the outcomes of individual spins; however, you can still take advantage of wild symbols, multipliers, scatters and the bonus round by using consistent betting patterns. With consistent betting patterns, you will know what to expect from certain amounts of spins.

Floridita Fandango

5 Sep 2012 11:13:06 GMT

Floridita Fandango is a simple and utilitarian slot game that has three reels and one payline. Despite its relative simplicity, the game has a high maximum jackpot and allows for a greater degree of flexibility than similar slots. There is no bonus game, but there is an automatic spin feature that can help to save you a lot of work. You know that you have gotten a jackpot when you get three orange cocktails in a row. Coin sizes range from $0.25 to $5, and you can bet as many as three coins at once. The maximum jackpot is 2,500 coins. Microgaming had more traditional slot gamblers in mind when they designed this game, and it definitely feels like it belongs in an old-style Las Vegas casino.

The symbols in Floridita Fandango are of different drinks. Some of the drinks include lime daiquiris and orange daiquiris; others include cherry symbols and traditional bars. The color scheme itself is relatively bright, but not glaringly so. The general theme seems to revolve around shades of purple, pink and yellow or orange, though they are juxtaposed in a manner that makes them easy to distinguish. The pay table is situated on the right side of the playing screen, so that you will always know how much you have won when you hit it big. Having the pay table where it is also makes it easier for you to determine which combinations were almost wins, which has its pros and cons.

With its betting spread allowance of anywhere from $0.25 to $15 on a single spin, Floridita Fandango is great for players with bankrolls of every size. In order to get bigger jackpots, you need to play with a bit more money, but you will win often when you play. Also, the second-largest jackpot is 1,000 coins, which is almost as big as the main jackpot, so it isn’t just the top prizes that are worth playing for.

Crocodopolis

29 Aug 2012 11:49:54 GMT

Crocodopolis is a multi-line online slot game that has an ancient Egyptian crocodile theme. The game has 25 paylines, five reels, a 25-coin maximum bet and a bonus game. It does not have a progressive jackpot, but the maximum jackpot is relatively high at $60,000. The game offers a great deal of betting limit flexibility, with a minimum coin size of $0.01 and a maximum of $4, with a $100 maximum bet. There are scatter symbols, wild symbols and a bonus feature that allows you to further multiply your wins while you play. Gameplay is comparable to a combination between a typical five-reel video slot with a fruit machine-style bonus game. You should play Crocodopolis if you want to be able to spread your bets both conservatively and liberally, while still playing a more strategy-conscious game.

The free-spin option is activated when you get three scatter symbols at the same time. The Golden Pyramid is the scatter symbol, and it can turn disorganized combinations into scatter wins. The free-spin game gives you 12 free spins that pay you at twice the amount you would get from your trigger bet. Free spins can also be re-triggered, meaning that you can get tens of free spins in a row. As such, it is important to use betting limits that will yield high earnings during free games.

The wild symbol in the game has a higher degree of importance and functionality than it does in more traditional video slot games. Instead of having a static bonus effect on wins, the wild symbol can double wins, triple wins, or even turn all of the symbols into Crocodile symbols. Generally speaking, this is the most important symbol in Crocodopolis, and it will definitely help you scrape by with some unconventional wins.

Lastly, there is a bonus gambling feature that allows you to take your wins and gamble them in a multiplicative fashion. You cannot gamble jackpots, but you can gamble everything else. This is a great option if you are playing at slightly lower limits and you would like to try to squeeze more money out of a lucky run.

Doctor Love

29 Aug 2012 11:49:54 GMT

Doctor Love is a five-reel, 20-payline interactive digital slot game that uses a quirky hospital theme. The symbols are all in light blues, pinks, purples and whites, featuring ambulances, stethoscopes, clocks, cups, teddy bears and flowers. The game features a multi-tiered free-spin game that triples all of your wins during the free spins. Coin sizes and bet limits will suit the bankroll requirements of most online gamers, and the payouts are proportionately high. There is also an unconventional jackpot setup that allows players to win the 5,000-coin jackpot on any spin, even if the spin doesn’t end up forming a conventional winning combination. This is a game that is simple to play but easy to get hooked on, so try it out and see if it is the right one for you.

The Love Meter acts as the scatter symbol in Doctor Love. When you get three scatter symbols, you earn 10 free spins that pay out at three times the normal amount. When you get four scatter symbols you earn 15 free spins. Five scatter symbols grant you 20 free spins. Also, these free-spin triggers can be stacked, so you can end up with 50 or more free spins in a row. When you get two or more scatter symbols, you automatically win. While that win can translate into an award of free spins, it can also count towards other big winning combinations, depending on what else is in the combination.

The Rapid Fire jackpot is a jackpot that is connected to five other games with a shared pool of cash. When you play any of the Rapid Fire games, including Doctor Love, you can randomly win anywhere from $500 to $2,600 on any spin, even if the combination that you get is not a typical winning combination. Also, you can multiply your wins by getting Rapid Fire jackpots while playing the free-spin games. It is through this multi-tiered stacking of jackpots and free spins that players can make the most money while playing the Doctor Love slot game. Also, because everything stacks in proportion to what your base bet is, be sure to keep a high average bet so that your multiplied wins do not go to waste.

Hellboy

29 Aug 2012 11:49:53 GMT

Hellboy is a comic book-inspired online slot game that uses a standard five reels and 20 paylines. In the game you will see many of the classic characters and themes from the film. The betting spread allowance is somewhat less flexible than some comparable games, but its high payout rate makes it easier to bet more over the long term without losing money. You will find all of the traditional symbols that you would find in other five-reel video slot games, like wild symbols and scatter symbols. There is also a bonus game in which you have to find the path to the Underworld. While its jackpot is higher than those offered in most games, this game is most distinctive due to its comic book-style theme and unorthodox bonus game. You should try Hellboy out if you want a five-reel slot game with a high jackpot and a darker, more interesting theme.

While you will not find betting limits as low as $0.02 per coin, you still get a lot of betting flexibility. The minimum bet is $0.20 or £0.20 and the maximum bet is $50 or £50. The currency that you play in depends on your region, but the units scale equally. You can bet as many as 10 across the 20 paylines at once.

The symbols in Hellboy are relatively standard. The wild symbol is the Hellboy logo, and it can double the payout of any combination that it completes. The scatter symbol is the Right Hand of Doom, and it can activate the Underworld bonus game if you get three or more at once. Rather than activating the free-spin game with the scatter symbols, you randomly activate Super Mode, which is a free-spin game that gives you ten free spins and keeps your wild symbols in place. As a result of the wild symbols staying in place, you can multiply your wins during the free-spin game.

Stash of the Titans

29 Aug 2012 11:49:53 GMT

Stash of the Titans is a video slot that has five reels and 20 paylines. The game has a fun Greek theme, with mythological Greek creatures like Medusa, Kraken and Cyclops. The name of the game, along with the subject matter and the timing of its release suggest that it came out to coincide with the release of the film. However, this machine would not be classified as a “cinematic” machine, as there are no direct film references. There is a standard suite of symbols, free-spin bonuses and so forth that you would see in most five-reel games, but one feature makes it stand apart. When you trigger the free-spin game, your winnings are quadrupled, whereas most games will only award jackpots at parity with your base bet, or triple your winnings at the very most. There is a base jackpot of 50,000 coins, but there are numerous ways to stack your gains by using free spins and in-game multipliers. If you like free spins, there is no better game to play.

Understanding the game’s symbols is relatively straightforward. The Stash of the Titans symbol serves as the wild symbol, meaning that it can fill in for any other symbol besides the scatter symbol. Medusa’s face is the scatter symbol, meaning that two or more will turn whatever combination you get into a win. Three or more of the Medusa symbols activates the free-spin game. It is also possible to win both a normal win and a scatter win at the same time, so you always want to see those scatter symbols. The Pegasus symbol and the treasure chest both have bonus features that can add to your wins, too, so do not discount them when you see them on your reels.

The free-spin game operates somewhat differently from those found in other slot games. You get 15 free spins when you get three or more Medusa faces at the same time, and your wins are quadrupled whenever you hit winning combinations. Additionally, you can re-trigger free-spin games, meaning that you can get infinite free spins if you get lucky. The amounts for the free spins are based on the amount you wager when you trigger your first free-spin game. As such, you should always choose your wagering amount based on how you would want it to perform in a free-spin game, since that is where all the money is.

Throne of Egypt

29 Aug 2012 11:49:52 GMT

Throne of Egypt is an online slot game that utilizes five reels and 25 paylines. It has an Egyptian theme and symbols that transport players to ancient times. The primary jackpot for the game is 10,000 coins, but you can win as much as 500,000 coins if you get lucky while playing the free-spin bonus game. Because it is a game that was developed by Microgaming, it has several bonus features and symbols that truly enrich every playing experience. The bonus and free-spin game rounds stack, meaning that you can quickly multiply your earnings when you hit it big. This is a great game to play if you like playing relatively simple reel games but you would like something that offers a bit more variation in terms of bonus games.

As a five-reel game, Throne of Egypt is much simpler to play than many other types of slot games. The advantage of there only being 25 paylines is that you can easily determine when you have won a spin—and more importantly, why you won the spin. Part of the thrill of any reel game is watching the symbols show up one at a time and getting a chance to guess whether or not you have won. If you play the game for long enough you will quickly memorize the patterns, and you can always look at the payline charts if you need help. Of course, you are always paid when you win, but it is nice to immediately know what you are looking at when a combination comes out.

The biggest wins in Throne of Egypt hinge on the three bonus rounds and the free-spin game. The free-spin game is triggered when you get a cobra symbol on both the first and the fifth reels. When it is triggered, you get 15 free spins that pay you at twice rate you would be paid for your base bets. The game can be re-triggered during the free spin game, so you can potentially get tens of free spins in a row that pay out at twice the normal rate. The bonus game, on the other hand, is activated when you get three Eye of Horus scatter symbols on the middle three reels. The three bonus games are unlocked in sequence by playing a guessing game in which you click on scarabs, eagles and gold keys for prizes.

Alaskan Fishing

4 Aug 2012 16:47:28 GMT

Alaskan Fishing is a five-reel online slot game that has 243 winning combinations. With a theme to match is name, the symbols and layout have a rustic, oceangoing feel. The game provides opportunities for you to win when you get unconventional symbol combinations. The plethora of winning combos paired with the game’s high payout rate make this one of the loosest games on the Internet. There are numerous free-spin, multiplier, wild and bonus playing options that greatly enhance every playing experience. If you like having multiple ways to win, but you don’t want to take the time to figure out how to play the more complex machines, give this one a spin and watch the winnings pour in.

The real money in the game comes from the lure symbol’s free spins. When you get three or more of the lure symbols, you trigger a bonus feature that gives you 15 free spins that are made according to whatever your trigger bet was. However, the winnings from the free spins are doubled. This is important: If you manage to re-trigger the free-spin game by getting another three lures, you can stack the free spins and the wins. So, if you get two spins in a row with three lures on each spin, you can end up with a subsequent 29 free spins. Additionally, there are multipliers that can stack on top of the free spins.

The minimum coin size for Alaskan Fishing is 0.01 units, and the maximum is 0.05 units, depending on the currency you are playing with. The maximum bet size, however, is 300 coins, so you can bet as much as 15 units on a spin, or as little as 0.01 units. The maximum jackpot in a base game is 61,000 coins, but many winners hit the jackpot while getting free spins, yielding wins of 121,500 coins. Additionally, you can win 1,125 coins from the easy bonus game that is triggered quite frequently. Having a minimum betting size of 0.01 units ensures that players with every size of bankroll can play as much as they want without ever risking wiping themselves out, which can be advantageous for people who are recovering from bad beats and for players who like to play casino games but do not want to expose themselves to any risk of financial ruin.

Fruit Bingo

4 Aug 2012 16:47:28 GMT

Fruit Bingo is not really a digital bingo game; instead, it is a three-reel fruit slot machine that has a secondary bonus bingo-like game. As is standard for a three-reel fruit machine, it only has one payline. Fruit machines like this one look less complex than their five-reel counterparts, but they actually have a great range of player options compared to most slots. For instance, fruit machines have holding and nudging options that allow players to manipulate the outcomes of their spins, turning partial wins into actual wins. While playing a game such as this one may require more attention on the part of the player, it has the potential to be more lucrative with perfect play. By pairing this dynamic fruit machine with a bonus bingo-like game, the designers have combined a more skill-based primary game with a bonus game of pure luck, which makes for an entertaining juxtaposition.

While there are only five winning combinations, there are multipliers that can enhance any wins that you get. One of the symbols—the three cherries symbol—doubles your win amount for a combination. On the other side of the scale, the gold stars will multiply your win by 500, making it a very important symbol in the game. There is a special sixth symbol, in addition to the five standard symbols, that activates the bonus game. The special Fruit Bingo logo comes around every once in a while, so be ready to play some bingo when it pops up.

The top payout is pretty high for a fruit machine, at $5,000, but that is before additional multipliers and bonuses have been figured in. Also, there is still the bonus bingo game that can definitely add to your bankroll. The payout range is also pretty standard when compared to five-reel games. While a five-reel game might have a range of anywhere from $0.01 to $250 for minimum and maximum bets, Fruit Bingo keeps its minimum at $0.10 and its maximum at $10. And, because there is only one payline, you do not need to mull over which of the 25 or more paylines to bet certain amounts on; on this machine, your total bet is always the exact amount shown.

Fruit Smoothies

4 Aug 2012 16:47:28 GMT

Fruit Smoothies is a somewhat unconventional five-reel slot game developed by OpenBet. The game has 20 paylines and a maximum jackpot of $20,000. You can bet $1 per payline and anywhere from $0.25 to $50 per coin, making the maximum bet on a single spin $1,000. While the maximum bet is high, you can still win quite a bit by playing at lower levels. The maximum jackpot is 400 coins, but there are other factors that can raise your effective winning amounts, such as the free spins, bonus game and multipliers. The theme is somewhat self-explanatory; symbols include different types of fruit, a blender and standard numbers and suits. If you want to try an unconventional video slot with a very high maximum bet, this is your game.

The best approach to playing this game is probably the consistent use of medium-sized wagers across each of the paylines. Even if you do not get the maximum jackpot, you can ramp up your winnings by making full use of the multipliers, scatter symbols, free spins and bonus game. Since you have no way of predicting when a bonus game or a free-spin game will come along, it may be wise to decide on a set betting amount; if the professional players use consistent wagering systems, maybe you should, too.

Another factor that can contribute to effective gameplay is the free-spin game’s multiplicative effect on your winnings. Whatever amount you would usually win on free spins, based on your triggering wager, is multiplied. The free-spin game is triggered when you get three or more of the strawberry scatter symbols. When you get two or more scatter symbols, any combination can be turned into a win across multiple paylines. You can also re-trigger the game, meaning that if you get three or more strawberry scatter symbols during a free-spin game, you get more free spins. The amount of spins you get when the bonus is triggered is variable, but you can get as many as 10 at a time. As such, it is possible to get over 50 free spins in a row if you get lucky.

Irish Eyes

4 Aug 2012 16:47:27 GMT

Irish Eyes is a five-reel online slot game that has 25 paylines. The game has a leprechaun theme that is based around the player trying to find a pot of gold. Some of the symbols in the game include leprechauns, pots of gold, shamrocks, pretty Irish girls and typical suited symbols. This game has several bonus features and games that, instead of being separate from play, are integrated into every aspect of gameplay, stacking free spins and increasing the amounts that one can win. Another feature that makes this game stand out is that it can be downloaded directly to a computer or played through one’s browser using flash, both with the same quality of performance. There is also a “Pick Me Up” feature that gives you the option of getting a cash prize, trying again for a higher bonus or winning up to 100 times your triggering bet. This is a great game to play if you want to play a traditional five-reel slot game with an unusual bonus game.

The free-spin feature in Irish Eyes is set up similarly to some other five-reel, 25-payline games. Free-spin games are triggered when you get three or more of the symbols with the beautiful Irish girl at the same time. The amounts that you win during the free spins are determined by the amount that you bet when you trigger the first free spin. For instance, if you were to bet $10 when you got four of the Irish Lass symbol, then $10 would be considered your trigger bet. The amount that you win is calculated by taking the amount that you would win with your trigger bet and then multiplying that figure by three. Also, you can activate more free spins during the free-spin game. It starts with 12 free spins, but you can constantly play with free spins if you luck out.

The “Pick Me Up” bonus game is essentially a bonus feature that is activated when you get a leprechaun symbol on both your first and fifth reels. The object of the game is to either accept the jackpot that you are awarded or try once more for a higher jackpot. The jackpot can go as high as 100 times your trigger bet, so it is up to you to determine whether you are happy with the first number that you get.

Wasabi San

4 Aug 2012 16:47:27 GMT

Wasabi San is a Microgaming video slot game that has five reels and 15 paylines. The minimum wager is $0.01 and the maximum wager is $75. The game’s theme takes a fun angle about sushi, and the symbols reflect this. The characters are named Bonsai Tree, Mr. Washaman and Sue Shi. You will also see sushi menu items as symbols that have various functions and values in the game. The maximum payout for the game is $37,500, or 7,500 coins, putting it in the top 10 percent of slot games in terms of jackpot size. Apart from some unconventional uses of in-game symbols and functions, the game has a free-spin bonus game and a separate bonus game on an additional screen. This fish market bonus game has variable payouts, but it is a lot of fun to play and it will only add to your earnings. Even if you don’t like sushi, you should find this game to be entertaining and potentially lucrative.

In order to avoid interpretive errors when playing, you should be sure that you can distinguish Wasabi San, who is one of the characters, from the wasabi symbol, which is the scatter symbol. Wasabi San is the sushi chef, and his portrait acts as the game’s wild symbol; his symbol can fill in for any other symbol in the game besides the scatter symbol, turning partial wins into actual wins and increasing your win-to-loss ratio when you play. The wasabi scatter symbol can be on any payline and still net you a win when there are multiple on your screen. Also, the scatter symbol can activate the free-spin game, which is a game in which you get free spins that pay you according to whatever your trigger bet was.

As far as Microgaming’s video slot games are concerned, this is a relatively simple game to play; however, the game still has a great deal of functionality and playability. Because the bonus fish market game and the bonus free-spin game both pay you according to your trigger bet, you should be sure to keep your average bet at a fairly consistent level so that you always have a good idea of how much you can expect to win in a sitting.

Lady in Red

4 Aug 2012 16:47:27 GMT

Lady in Red is a high-tech Microgaming video slot with a vintage theme. There are 25 paylines and five reels, making this a traditional “reel slot,” but not a fruit machine. This is a great game to play if you want something with a bit more class than your typical video slot machine. You get to listen to smooth ‘30s jazz while you play, and the symbols are all in dark reds and black, with the occasional flash of pale skin. The maximum jackpot is $25,000, but you can win as much as $75,000 if you play with maximum wagers and hit the jackpot during the free-spin bonus game. This is a relatively easy game to play, but it is still entertaining, and the jackpots will more than make it worth your time. If you want a break from loud, glitzy machines that flash and ring after every spin, try out Lady in Red.

While some games may have both a wild symbol and a multiplier symbol, with one sometimes cancelling or superseding the other, this game combines the wild and scatter symbols so that you get dual-functionality in one red-clad lady. Her symbol can fill in for any other symbol besides the scatter symbol. So, when you have a combination that is almost a win, a Lady in Red will turn that into the most favorable win possible. Additionally, any payout that a wild symbol completes pays out at twice the amount it typically would.

The scatter symbol is represented by the paparazzi. When you get two or more of them on any of your reels, you automatically win. If you get three or more, you activate the free-spin game. During the free-spin game you can get as many as 25 free spins in a row that pay out at three times what you would get from your base trigger bet. You can also stack your free spins when you re-trigger the game, so you can end up with 49 more free spins after spinning twice. It is important to note that you can also use additional multipliers in your combinations when you get wild symbols during the free-spin game.

Supe it Up

4 Aug 2012 16:47:26 GMT

Supe it Up is a video slot with a beefed-up racing car theme. It is a five-reel slot game with the standard 25 paylines. It has a very generous betting range allowance for a non-progressive machine, with a total betting range of $0.01 to $62.5 at a limit of 10 coins per payline. The maximum jackpot is $25,000, which isn’t very impressive by itself, but if you manage to hit the jackpot while you are playing the free-spin game, you can end up multiplying any of your wins by six. As such, the free-spin game is the make-or-break factor when you play this game. Also, because there is no standard multiplier symbol in the game, the free-spin game operates in a compensatory capacity. This is a great game to play if you like cars and racing; it is also one of the best free-spin video slot games on the Internet.

One fun game feature that Supe it Up has in lieu of a standard bonus game is its option to allow you to double or quadruple your winnings on a secondary spin. After you win on a normal spin or a free spin, you have the option of pushing a button that gives you the option of taking a chance on your win and attempting to double or quadruple the amount. There is a catch, however. You have a one in four chance of winning on the bonus game, since you have to pick either a correct suit or a correct color from the options that the game provides you. It is a bit of a gamble, but it is a good idea for players who are playing at low limits and players who are only gambling with moderate wins. For instance, if you were to win $10, it might be worth it to gamble on the additional spin and try to turn that $10 into $40.

The symbols in Supe it Up are pretty easy to keep track of. The most important symbols to remember are Wild Nitrous, which is the wild symbol. The wild symbol can fill in for any other symbol but the scatter symbol. The Woofer is the scatter symbol, and it can turn unmatched combinations into wins if there are two symbols; it also activates the free-spin game if you get three or more.

Ramesses Riches

18 Jul 2012 22:56:24 GMT

Ramesses Riches is an Egyptian-themed slot game that is about the great pharaoh, Ramses the Great. This five-reel, 25-payline online slot was developed by Vegas Technology, a leading developer of digital games for the online gambling casino market. While the primary jackpot is not staggering, at 5,000 coins, the base jackpot can be multiplied by three when it is won during a free-spin game, which is where all the real money is at. Another feature that makes this game stand out is its dual-function wild symbol that can both fill in for other symbols and multiply the payout of any winning combination by two. This requires minimal player skill to be operated, and it still offers enough bonus features and hefty payouts to warrant playing.

The minimum coin size in the game is $0.01 and the maximum coin size is $10. Additionally, the maximum bet for any spin is 25 coins, so it is possible to bet as much as $250 on a single spin. While you may not have the bankroll to do so, it may be nice to have the option if you are ever feeling exceptionally lucky. It is also important to note that all of the wins on the free-spin game are multiplied by three, so if you managed to trigger a set of free spins on a $250 bet, you could win thousands, or even tens of thousands, of dollars. The primary jackpot is 5,000 coins, which would equate to a lot of money if you were to win it while betting with the maximum amounts. Additionally, the maximum jackpot during the free-spin game is 15,000 coins. Even adjusted for smaller average wagering amounts, the payouts have impressive upper ranges.

The Ramesses Riches free-spin game is activated when you get three or more of the Ankh symbols on any of the five reels. The initial game gives you between 12 and 20 free spins at a tripled payout rate, but you can re-trigger the game indefinitely. However, the payout multiplier does not stack with subsequent triggers. For instance, if you triggered the game twice in a row, you would end up with between 23 and 39 free spins, but your payouts would still be at three times your base bet, rather than nine. Either way, Ramesses Riches is a game that can quickly stack your potential wins once you get the ball rolling.

Pure Platinum

18 Jul 2012 22:56:24 GMT

Pure Platinum is an online slot game that drips exclusivity and delivers some of the highest set jackpots of any comparable digital machine. It is a five-reel game that has a respectable 40 paylines. The maximum bet is £20 for a single spin, but the maximum jackpot is £20,000—or 10,000 coins. However, if you get a chance to utilize the free-spin multiplier, you can turn that £20,000 jackpot into a £100,000 jackpot. Apart from the massive multiplier that can turn a £20 bet into a £100,000 win, there are some other features that make this game both simple to use and fun to play. Even if you don’t usually gravitate towards slot games, you should try out this game for its jackpot multipliers.

Given Pure Platinum's maximum payout, it is almost imperative that you play at the highest betting limits that your bankroll can afford. The Maximum coin size is £2 and the coin amount per bet is 10 coins, so the maximum bet comes out to £20. If that seems like too much, you can scale the amount down until it is within limits that you are comfortable with. The jackpot is set at 10,000 coins, but that can be quintupled if you maximize your free-spin potential at the right time. Regardless of how high you can afford to bet, the maximum payouts still scale very high in comparison to the wagering limits required to get them. As a general rule of thumb, bet no more than one percent of your bankroll on each spin and you should be able to insulate yourself from even the worst bad beats.

The Pure Platinum symbols are pretty easy to understand and memorize. The wild symbol is a bar of metal that can be substituted for all the other symbols in the game, except for the scatter symbol. The maximum jackpot for the game is five wild symbols in a row. The platinum record icon acts as the scatter symbol, and two or more of the symbol will ensure a win; three or more activates the free-spin game. The free-spin game is unique in that you can select how many free spins you will get and how high your wins will be multiplied. You can select 50 free spins without a multiplier, 25 spins with wins multiplied by two, or you can select 10 spins with winning combinations multiplied by five.

Kings of Cash

18 Jul 2012 22:56:24 GMT

Kings of Cash is a five-reel online slot game with 15 paylines. Microgaming developed the game, and it stands out from other slot games because of its stacked multipliers, scatters, free spins and suit-specific bonus game. The wagering limits and jackpot caps are very high compared to similar machines, with a £0.01 minimum bet and a £75 maximum bet; the jackpot is capped at £25,000, but the multipliers can stack the jackpot up to £75,000. The multipliers and free spins can stack, so you can occasionally find yourself winning many times what you would on a normal spin. Whether you are a true slot game fan or more of a table game player, trying out this game is definitely worth your time.

If you get at least three scattered royal crowns on your screen, you can activate the Kings of Cash Bonus Game, in which you obtain crowns that multiply your winnings for that spin by anywhere from two to a thousand times. In this way, the game stands apart from other online slot games; usually, a jackpot is won by getting five of the same special symbol, but in this case the top jackpot is achieved by multiplying a high bet by 1,000. As an example: If you were to bet £5 on a spin, your maximum jackpot would be £5,000 because the bonus game would multiply your bet by 1,000.

Alternatively, £75 multiplied by 1,000 is £75,000. Realistically, your multipliers from the bonus game can be anywhere between two and a thousand, so you should plan for the average to be somewhere in the middle. So, if you are betting an average of £5 per spin and expect an average multiplier to be 500, your expected jackpot would be around £2,500.

While £2,500 may not sound as impressive as £75,000, bear in mind that the bonus game is activated by only three royal crown symbols. As a result, you will see your “jackpots” much more frequently that you would in another game. The key to winning over the long term is to keep your wagers high and consistent, so that you can exploit the multipliers when they come around.

Doggy Reel Bingo

18 Jul 2012 22:56:23 GMT

Contrary to its name, Doggy Reel Bingo is actually not a bingo game. The game is a simple but classy fruit machine with three reels and a single payline. And, true to its fruit machine nature, the majority of the symbols depict various types of fruit, though there are also dog symbols. There is also a great bingo-style bonus game that players can activate for more prizes and playing bonuses. Like any fruit machine, Doggy Reel Bingo has standard features like holding and nudging, but it also offers multipliers that can stack players’ winnings very quickly.

The game’s name comes from a bonus feature game that allows players to choose from eight bingo dots with various numbers that can be played out for cash prizes. When players win certain bonuses during the bonus bingo game, they can reap the benefits of additional bonuses on subsequent spins. The cumulative nature of the additional bonuses gives Doggy Reel Bingo a lot of long-term sitting playability, as the longer one plays the more chances one gets to stack additional bonuses that modify and enhance normal gameplay.

The minimum bet size for a coin in the game is 1¢ and the maximum bet size for a coin is $10. Players who win the jackpot are paid 500 units or coins, equating to anywhere from between $5 and $5,000. However, since there are a lot of stackable bonuses and multipliers in the game, the maximum payouts may be exceeded under certain ideal circumstances. The wide range between the minimum and maximum betting sizes for coins allows players to adjust their betting amounts in line with their bankroll sizes. By using graduated increases or decreases in coin sizes, players can ensure almost indefinite playing sessions.

A few other bonus features set Doggy Reel Bingo apart from similar fruit machines. For instance, some of the reels will randomly hold during spins, in a form of randomized holding and nudging that can involuntarily turn your partial wins and combinations into full-blown jackpots with the right luck and timing. Of course, you can also hold and nudge of your own accord, but the randomized feature occurs free of charge.

Wheel of Plenty

6 Jul 2012 12:26:26 GMT

Wheel of Plenty is an online casino fruit machine with a fruit and toy theme that was designed by Microgaming. The game has some features that most comparable fruit machines lack, like the options of spinning again or betting double or nothing on your spins. There is also a bonus game that gives you a chance at winning a miniature progressive jackpot that you contribute to during your play session. You can bet a far wider spread on individual spins than on most online slot machines, making it possible to play Wheel of Plenty with a bankroll of virtually any size. Of course, everyone loves a big jackpot, and the maximum payout is capped at a cool $20,000.

Many three-reel slot machines are completely devoid of player-controlled mechanisms that affect every spin’s eventual outcome. In short, players must leave the fate of each spin in the hands of preprogrammed algorithms on each digital casino slot game. Fruit machines are different in that they allow you to optimize your play in ways that secure for you the greatest chances of success and preserve your bankroll when you make intelligent playing decisions. Fruit machines are much like video poker in this way; bad play may hurt you more, but smart play will make you more money. Examples of such player-determined outcomes are Wheel of Plenty’s hold and nudge features that allow you to change the outcomes of very close spins. To put things in perspective, think of all the times that you have been playing on a normal online slot machine and had your spin be off by a hair. On Wheel of Plenty, each of those near misses could have been a profitable jackpot.

A wide betting spread allowance is important for any online casino game, and Wheel of Plenty is no different. Your minimum bet value for a coin is 1¢ and your maximum bet value for a coin is $10. With a maximum payout of 2,000 coins, your minimum and maximum jackpots are $200 and $20,000 respectively. The wide betting spread means that you can approach your play with a conservative betting style and still have a chance at winning a respectable jackpot. Alternatively, you can vary your betting spread wildly and still be able to drop down to lower bets if the spins do not go your way.

Soccer Safari

6 Jul 2012 12:26:26 GMT

Soccer Safari is a Microgaming online slot. The game has five reels and 30 paylines, with symbols that are themed in an unusual combination of African safari animals and soccer. The game allows for a wide betting spread and jackpots that scale according to how much you bet. Apart from its unique special symbols and modifiers, Soccer Safari also has a bonus game that provides you with opportunities to win money in addition to what you win from spins.

Either by happenstance or conscious intent, Soccer Safari came out right before the World Cup in South Africa. The game features symbols ranging from elephants, boars and zebras to lions and trophies. Obviously the game does not take itself too seriously, and it had a very fun feel. That said, the game is just as functional as comparable five-reel online slot machine games, and it has some features that set it apart in terms of playability. There is a free spin cycle bonus that allows you to win twice as much from any combinations that you get during each free spin. You activate the bonus game when you get at least three trophy symbols, upon which you can win up to 100 times the bet that initially brought you to the bonus game.

Depending on the region from which Soccer Safari is hosted by an online casino, the coin and bet limits may vary, but when played in American currency the minimum bet size for a “coin” is 1¢. The maximum bet size is $120, and the maximum jackpot size is $25,000. The same unit amounts would apply if the game were played in euros, but the actual amounts would be slightly higher than in USD because of the exchange rates. However, players who win the maximum jackpot during free spin cycles can win twice as much as they would from normal jackpots. Additionally, it is possible to win $12,000 from the bonus game. While the normal jackpot is already high, the bonus match jackpot from the free spin cycles and the bonus game winnings make Soccer Safari a good choice for players looking for big wins on non-progressive slot machines.

Centre Court

6 Jul 2012 12:26:25 GMT

Centre Court is an online slot machine game and it was produced by Microgaming, a company that specializes in custom digital games for online casinos. There are nine paylines and three reels, so it is different from most simple three-reel slot machines and “fruit” machines. The game is themed in a tennis tournament manner with trophy and tennis ball symbols. The upper limits of its jackpots aren’t as high as those of some games, but its betting spread allowance and ease of playability make it a great choice for any online casino slot game player.

The game was designed in part as a nod to the Wimbledon every June, and the game’s symbols and themes reflect its intentions. The Wimbledon is a massive tennis tournament that has been occurring since the summer of 1922. The game was actually released in time with the June tournament, so that it would appeal to fans and players alike. There are realistic tennis sounds that make you feel like you are really playing tennis when you play Centre Court. That said, the game will appeal to online slot players of all backgrounds, whether they like sports or not.

There are several bonus symbols and features that set Centre Court apart from similar five-reel games. The trophy symbol acts as a wild symbol that can be substituted for all other symbols in the game, except for the scatter symbol. It can be quite useful in combinations that might otherwise be off by one or two symbols, depending on how many trophies you get. The tennis ball acts as the game’s scatter symbol, and it provides you with some leeway in benefiting from imperfectly aligned combinations on your paylines. The tennis ball also acts as the bonus symbol that can trigger the Centre Court bonus game. When you get three, four or five tennis ball symbols you activate the free spin game, meaning that you can get up to 18 free spins that pay out in accordance with how much your trigger bet was. Additionally, you can trigger multipliers during the free spin game that can multiply your winnings by five.

Witches Wealth

6 Jul 2012 12:26:25 GMT

Witches Wealth is an online slot game that has nine paylines, five reels and a special bonus game feature. Microgaming developed the game, and it has a spooky Halloween theme. Witches, cats, bats, spell books and potions are just a few of the original symbols integrated into the game’s layout and color scheme. The game also offers an unusually high maximum jackpot for its maximum coin size; the maximum coin size is $0.25 and the maximum payout is $32,250. The game’s high bet-to-payout ratio and its simple but fun playing options make it a great game for any avid online slot game player.

Apart from activating normal winning combinations and smaller jackpots, some of the symbols in Witches Wealth also serve special functions for bonus games and features. The witch symbol serves a wild function, meaning that it can fill in for almost any other symbol, which can be very useful for completing partial combinations and otherwise close wins. The bat symbol, on the other hand, serves as a scatter symbol, giving players chances to benefit from combinations that would otherwise be too spread out to be of use. Mr. Twinkles, a blue cat, is the symbol that activates the two bonus games, The Spinning Wand and Flying Rescue.

The Spinning Wand is a bonus game that is activated when a player gets three or four Mr. Twinkles symbols at once on an activated payline. All that a player has to do to win money from The Spinning Wand is click on a wand that spins on a wheel of fortune with six options. Five of the options pay players in flat coin values that are dependent on the betting amount that triggered the bonus game. The sixth option allows the player to go on to the next bonus game, Flying Rescue. Flying Rescue is ordinarily triggered when a player gets five of the Mr. Twinkles symbols. The game pays twice what normal spins do, and it is possible to triple one's winnings if one can buy Mr. Twinkles enough time for the witch to reach him by moving him around and avoiding falling objects.

Spooks and Ladders

6 Jul 2012 12:26:24 GMT

With all of the online slot machine games and the countless variations that they come in, it is sometimes nice to play a game that reverts back to the basics that made playing slots fun in the first place. Spooks and Ladders is one such game, and it personifies everything that one could want or need in a reel slot machine. The game uses a traditional “fruit machine” setup that allows players to hold, nudge and win on a single line. While it may be easy to use, the game is a great deal of fun and it has a very high maximum jackpot of £20,000.

Spooks and Ladders utilizes a simple three-reel layout with one win line. Unlike on some other types of online slot games, you will always be able to quickly identify your winning or losing symbols by looking at the sole win line in the middle. Also, because there are only three reels, it is easy to memorize the winning combinations of symbols without having to constantly check a long chart with complex combinations and zigzagging patterns. Because it is technically a “fruit machine,” the game includes features like holding and nudging that can turn near wins into hefty payouts.

Because it is a digital online casino game designed and formatted by Microgaming, Spooks and Ladders is very easy to use. Players who are more accustomed to playing in online casinos will find that the game operates as smoothly and intuitively as the rest of Microgaming’s digital online casino games. More importantly, those new to online gambling but familiar with traditional casino slot machines will find that the game works very similarly to its 400-pound counterparts.

Microgaming’s online casino games can be downloaded directly to computers or played directly in browsers. Making both options available enables players of Spooks and Ladders a greater degree of flexibility in their online gambling habits. Moreover, it allows players to find playing styles that suit their own preferences from the comfort of their own homes, which is a luxury that brick and mortar casinos do not extend to their slot players.

Reel Gems

23 Jun 2012 14:39:17 GMT

Reel Gems is a five-reel, 20-line online slot machine with a theme that focuses on gems and face card letter symbols. With bonuses and scatter symbols aplenty, Reel Gems offers a greater sense of variety and player choice-dependent outcomes than more simple online casino slot games. The game features a progressive jackpot that is contributed to by other players of the same game within online casinos. As a result of the expansive player pools, the progressive jackpots for Reel Gems tend to grow quickly and be won quickly, making it a great game option for those who are always looking for that one big win.

The game is set up so that there are always 20 fixed lines, but players can choose which they would like to stake, and for how much. After the stakes have been set, the amount that one has staked is shown in the bottom right-hand corner of the screen. The total amount shown will determine the maximum payout a player can receive from wins on the staked lines. Once a player has staked his or her lines, all he or she has to do is hit the “play” button and initiate the spin. After a spin has concluded, players can determine whether they have won or lost by looking for matching symbols and combinations that run from left to right in sequences of three, four or five. Spins with winning combinations automatically credit one’s earnings to the payout section, so that players can cash out or continue to play as they see fit.

The progressive jackpot is really the icing on the cake when one plays Real Gems. While the game still offers sizeable jackpots and numerous smaller wins, the progressive jackpots can reach impressive sizes. All one must do to win the progressive jackpot is get nine diamonds at once.

While the game may take a bit longer to learn than most other online slot games, it is really quite easy to play once one gets the hang of it. Fortunately, the game will always pay players for winning combinations, even if a player does not immediately recognize a win for what it is. As a result, many players are often rewarded with surprise wins on seemingly random combinations of symbols. Players quickly catch on to how the lines and symbols function, and looking for winning patterns can become an entertaining exercise in spatial reasoning.

Spring Break

23 Jun 2012 14:35:16 GMT

The Spring Break online video slot machine has five reels and nine paylines. The theme is based on a summer spring break, and the symbols are all designed accordingly, with bright beach-related pictures and colors. With its wide range of coin betting options, players will find that they can comfortably play and win at any level of play. There are advantages and disadvantages to playing at higher or lower limits, but the game’s designers took players’ discretion into account.

The betting range for Spring Break is between $0.01 and $2, so a player can always drop down to a lower limit to work his or her way back up to higher limits if he or she ever needs to preserve a bankroll. As a result, no bankroll is too small, and players of every limit can find enjoy the game. The game has a maximum entry of 45 “coins,” but the coins are much easier to insert and remove than from a real slot machine in a traditional casino.

Wild symbols make the game even more fun, as you can be paid handsomely if your payline shows five wild symbols in a row. Additionally, the wild symbol can act in place as any other symbol that isn’t the scatter symbol. So, what would be a near miss on another machine can quite possibly become a lucky wild symbol win.

The scatter symbol is something else entirely. If you can get three scatter symbols in one payline, without the symbols having to be exactly in line, you can win 15 free spins that pay you just as well as they would had you used your own money. The free spins add up quickly, and you can find yourself with a lot of the casino’s money in your pocket.

Spring Break has a big 10,000-coin jackpot, but the amounts won in jackpots are largely determined by the amount that is bet on the winning spin. The higher the amounts you bet with, the higher your payouts will be. You can still win slightly smaller jackpots when you are not playing at the table’s minimum, but you will find playing online slots to be the most rewarding if it is done at the higher limits with the biggest jackpots.

Surf Safari

23 Jun 2012 14:35:16 GMT

Surf Safari is yet another one of Microgaming's new online slot releases. The overall look and feel of the game resembles something you might find on the back of a cereal packet, and as the title would suggest the imagery involves safari animals, quite literally surfing on a wave of baby blue water. Already, the game sounds damp.

Surf Safari does not have any alterable pay lines, instead Microgaming have gone for the 243 ways to win approach which is one of this games few redeemed qualities. The minimum coin stake a player may wager on Surf Safari slots is 0.01, whilst 1.00 is the ceiling of the games wager limits. Of course, with 253 ways to win, the total amount that can stake per spin is considerably higher, with a ceiling of 250 and a floor of 0.25.

There is one bonus feature in the game, and it called Surf Safari Wax. If three or more scatter symbols are found across your reels then the bonus round is activated. The scatter symbol in this Microgaming slot is represented by the Surf Safari logo. Once the bonus game is activated, player can choose between fifteen surf wax tins and must continue to open them to receive prize wins. Should they open the tin that contains a collect card inside it, the bonus game is over.

The wild card in this slot is simple enough to see. It is simple some text splashed across a wave that reads “wild”. When wild cards are encountered they automatically substitute themselves for whatever it is a player may need to achieve a win. Of course in order to win the big jackpot, the player will need to bag all five of them and have the maximum wagers staked.

It is not that the Surf Safari slot is poorly designed; on the contrary it is actually quite well designed. Where it is let down is by the theme of the game. Surf Safari slots has been designed to resemble something of a Disney movie if I'm being fair, and of course the particular age group that would normally identify with this sort of thing are nowhere near old enough to play this type of online game. Therefore there doesn't appear to be too large a market for a slot game of this theme. Still, there are plenty of adults out there who like childlike stories, drawing and in all probability, slots. There could be a future for Surf Safari Slots amongst that crowd, but for the majority of us, we are not amused.

Untamed Giant Panda

23 Jun 2012 14:35:16 GMT

The untamed series is a collection of online slots that has managed to stay relatively under the radar it terms of news and reviews, with most die-hard online gamers scarcely knowing of its existence. Until now.

Fresh out now is the latest installment in the untamed series, titled Untamed Giant Panda! What could this game possibly involve then. Well, as an online slot you already know that certain elements of the game have to be there. Take reels for instance; there are five of them. But what you don't expect is the sheer number of options that are available to you in this online slot.

Lucky Nudge, Collect A Wild and Brilliant Wilds are the three options that players will have to familiarize themselves with before playing the game. A great way to do this is to play Untamed Giant Panda for free at certain sites that offer the game.

Lucky Nudge may offer the player free spins if triggered by way of an auto nudge from above or below the reels. Collect A Wild will turn an entire reel into a wild reel should it appear below a given reel and Brilliant Wilds can appear during a free spins round, and once they are up there will remain until the duration of the free spins is complete.

Once a player has selected their wager, they can begin playing. Should they come across a win on their reels, a player may also choose to either gamble or collect their winnings. If they choose gamble, the player activates a unique bonus game.

The gamble bonus game consists of a globe, with a certain section shaded in red and another section shaded in green. The ratio of these two sections is of course based on how much the player is gambling with. The objective once the gamble button is hit, is to ensure that the dial that spins in this globe, does not land in the red zone. Should you win your gamble, you are entitled to gamble again if you wish. Of course the down side is, there is little you can do to ensure that it does remain in the correct area.

There are no pay lines as such in Untamed Giant Panda, instead this is a 243 ways to win game, much like Immortal Romance or other popular slots. This makes for an intriguing and entertaining slot, which in turn makes Untamed Giant Panda a hit.

White Buffalo

23 Jun 2012 14:35:15 GMT

One of Microgaming's newest hits, White Buffalo slot takes the player on a snow filled slot adventure with the mighty buffalo taking the centre stage. With twenty five pay lines and five reels this slot fits right in there in terms of general formatting for online slots and apart from its very white coloration, there isn't too much to differentiate it with other top online slots.

The White Buffalo itself is the main star of this online slot. Such a rarity in nature is the White Buffalo that it almost never occurs. It would certainly be fair to say that the odds of pocketing a White Buffalo in this progressive slot are far more likely than in nature.

As with most Microgaming slots, White Buffalo features both wild and scatter symbols. The wild symbol is an icon of a buffalo with wild written on it. Once they appear on a reel they will automatically substitute themselves for any symbol that you may need to complete a pay line.

The scatter symbols in White Buffalo are Buffalo skulls with the word scatter written on them. Scatter symbols if hit correctly will multiply your winnings by a given amount, depending on how many of them occur on your pay lines.

Other icons featuring in this game include Elk, Moose, Big Horn Sheep and all kinds of other hooves animals from the great plains of North America. There is also a bonus game featuring these animals. The big game spin round occurs when certain animals can be turned into a White Buffalo. This is almost as rare as the famed White Buffalo itself, so players shouldn't get their hopes up too much! Six free spins will be awarded however, should this occur.

The minimum wager a player can make in White Buffalo is a meager 0.01, whilst 0.20 appears to be the maximum coin bet a player can make. All in all White Buffalo is pretty to look at, but doesn't really stand out as anything spectacular. It fits into the mould of an online slot very tidily, but that is about as far as this game goes.

Karate Pig

7 Jun 2012 20:06:45 GMT

While it may not sound pretty, Karate Pig’s artwork is actually pretty easy on the eyes. The symbols, in this original slot, are depictions of a cartoonish pig in various martial arts outfits and disguises. The game is fun and doesn’t take itself too seriously, while it still offers many features that similar games do not. With five reels, a staggering 40 paylines and a bonus game, Karate Pig is both functional and highly playable. Additionally, there is a multi-level free bonus game that players can activate under certain circumstances.

The Karate Pig bonus game is activated when three or more bonus symbols show up across any of the five reels. You are invited to play the bonus game as soon as the symbols show up, so you do not have to worry about missing a bonus opportunity if you do not see the symbols. You have the option of playing the Pork Chop Bonus or the Hammer Bonus. Either way, you will still have access to the same types of cash prizes, so you can feel free to play both. The game is multi-tiered, meaning that you can progress in “belts” or levels the more bonus games you play in a sitting. There are seven belts, with the black belt as the final belt. Upon earning your black belt you are go into a final showdown level that offers even higher cash prizes.

Karate Pig has as a wild symbol that can be used as a substitute for any other symbol, completing wining combinations. This is a great symbol for players who are constantly teased by combinations with just one symbol missing for that perfect jackpot. The symbol is also stacked, making it possible for players to multiply their wins on each spin.

There is also a free spin symbol that is called the Golden Swan Coin. The Golden Swan Coin can appear on any of the reels, but if it appears on both the first and the last reel you become eligible to play the free spin game. The free spin game allows you to spin 15 times for free at the betting amount that you initially used. However, every payout is doubled, so it is effectively like betting with twice as many coins. The free spin bonus stacks, so if you get the same combination during the free spins, you get an additional 15 free spins after your first 15 are up.

Couch Potato

7 Jun 2012 20:06:45 GMT

Couch Potato is a three-reel online slot machine with a maximum 15,000-coin jackpot. The machine is very easy to use, and it is not as confusing or distracting to the eye as a five-reel slot machine. With its unique color and symbol scheme, plus its relatively high maximum jackpot, Couch Potato makes a good online slot machine for any player who likes three-reel slots.

The Couch Potato symbol acts as both a wild symbol and a multiplier. In its capacity as a wild symbol, the Couch Potato symbol can complete partial combinations. Two Couch Potato symbols can also complete any combination, so if you get two Couch Potato symbols you are guaranteed a win for whichever combination is completed. And, because the game is a three-reel machine with fewer combinations, you will see close combinations more frequently. In addition to acting as a wild symbol, the Couch Potato can multiply the payout for any combination that it completes by up to 25 times. Getting three Couch Potato symbols is the ultimate bonus, as it is the best possible combination and it pays 15,000 coins.

Minimum bets start at $0.75 and maximum bets are capped at $15, so players have a great deal of leeway in their betting amounts. The best combination that you can get is three Couch Potato symbols at the same time, yielding a jackpot of anywhere between 2,000 and 15,000 coins, depending on how much you bet on the spin. Betting one coin will yield a maximum of 2,000 coins for a jackpot, whereas betting three coins will yield a jackpot of 15,000 coins. The second highest jackpot yields a prize of 180 coins, but the Couch Potato symbol can modify that prize to as much as 4,500 coins. Therefore, the lion’s share of your earnings will likely come from partial high combinations paired with the wildcard effect of the special symbol.

Depending on your gaming style and your bankroll, playing this particular online slot machine can be approached in different ways. In order to go for the bigger jackpots, it is a good idea to have a bankroll that will allow you to bet $2 per spin. You can play the slot for shorter periods and for higher or lower amounts, but being able to bet $2 per spin over more spins should ensure that you will get enough jackpots to justify your playing time.

Six Bomb

7 Jun 2012 20:06:44 GMT

A classic three-reel slot with a single payout line, the Six Bomb slot game boasts vivid, eye-popping graphics based on the world-famous fruit images that slot players know and love. The graphics feature a fun cartoon theme and likenesses of red cherries, yellow lemons, purple plums, bars of various colors and lucky number 7's. The player's goal is to have multiple versions of the same symbol line up across the reel.

Produced by the Microgaming software company, Six Bomb provides a special five-line "Super Reels" mode as well as the base game, which allows players to ramp up their winnings significantly by betting up to five times their original wager while seeking a big bonus payout. Players also have the option of betting twice their base wager on simply matching their original wager while in Super Reels mode. The game's bonus features, familiar to online slot enthusiasts, include Bank Hold, Nudges in Gamble, Wilds and Repeat. These features can generate huge multipliers of up to 2,000 times the base rate, depending on the amount of the player's bet.

In addition to the traditional fruit and bar symbols, a special image of a cartoon blonde bombshell serves as a wild symbol in Super Reels mode as well as in the basic game. This powerful wild symbol can be played as a replacement for any other symbol on the reel, leading to more frequent payouts.

Another special image, known as the "Streak" symbol, launches a series of bonus spins with prizes that are added to the player's bottom line.

The Six Bomb slot game appeals to a wide range of slot players, regardless of the size of their bankroll. Players can adjust their wager from 1 cent all the way up to a maximum of 10 euros for high-rolling slot players. This allows for attractive jackpots of anywhere up to 20,000 euros, making Six Bomb one of the most potentially lucrative games of its kind.

Untamed Bengal Tiger

7 Jun 2012 20:06:44 GMT

Untamed Bengal Tiger is an unconventional online slot machine game that was designed by Microgaming. The game does not have traditional paylines like most online slots. Instead, the game uses patterns to determine wins. There are 243 winning patterns, which can be a bit for one person to memorize and keep track of. Fortunately, the patterns are easy to look up, and players are notified whenever they win, so you do not have to worry about passing up a win. Like any good online slot machine, Untamed Bengal Tiger has a wild symbol as well as a scatter symbol. Additionally, there are three small bonus features, like the Lucky Nudge, that you can use to turn near wins into wins.

While most online slot machines have anywhere from 10 to 40 ways to win, Untamed Bengal Tiger has 243 winning patterns. A pleasant perk of having over 200 winning patterns is that you will never find yourself bored with getting the same one or two frequent combinations. Instead, you get endless patterns of symbols on five reels, any of which might be a jackpot.

The wild symbol in Untamed Bengal Tiger is the game’s logo. The wild symbol works similarly to traditional wild symbols, with one unusual feature. Every time that a wild symbol shows up on an individual reel, a counter at the bottom goes up. When the counter reaches four, the whole reel stays “wild” for four spins. As a result, the five-reel slot machine turns into a four-reel slot machine for the duration of the wild reel. This stacks, so if you get two overlapping wild reels it can be hard not to win.

The free spin option operates like any other free spin on traditional online slot machines, with a few bonus exceptions. When three or more of the scatter symbols show up on any of the five reels, a player enters free spin mode. However, during the free spin mode there is a higher concentration of wild symbols on all of the reels. As a result, it is very easy to get favorable combinations on your free spins. The a amounts paid out from the free spins are dependent on the amount you bet when you got the three or more scatter symbols.

Thunderstruck

7 Jun 2012 20:06:44 GMT

Thunderstruck is an online slot machine that is based around Thor, the god of thunder. The symbols almost all relate directly to Thor, with graphics of his fist, his lightning, his castle and of course his hammer. The five-reel game also has short cinematic elements that make it feel like you are really in a movie or epic story when you spin and win. It is an online slot machine that does not take itself too seriously, but it still plays as well as any other great game. Thunderstruck is an entertaining game to play, and there are a lot of ways to win when you play it.

Thor’s symbol can be considered a symbol that stands alone and a symbol that can be combined in paylines that would be otherwise lost. Thor fills in most advantageously in situations where your otherwise great payline is missing something vital. You can also earn a massive payout if you get a payline full of just Thor’s symbol. If an enabled payline ends up with two of Thor’s symbol at the end of a spin, you get paid at 10 times your initial bet. Three Thors pay out at 200 times your bet, four at 2,000 and five in a row at a whopping 10,000 times your bet.

The ram symbol primarily acts as a scatter symbol and a way to catch free spins. You still get paid for wind on free spins, so you should be glad of them when you do get them. Because they act as scatter symbols the horns of the ram can be used whenever they are on the screen, even if they aren’t directly in the payline that they are being used for.

All in all, the scatter symbols and the power of Thor’s symbol make Thunderstruck a great online slot machine to play. The user interface is user-friendly and you do not need to be a computer whiz to figure out how the betting and cashing out work. As long as you exercise proper bankroll management, you can continue to play. Moreover, playing Thunderstruck through an online casino saves you a lot of work, so that you do not need to load coins manually or sit in stiff casino stools. The game is a lot of fun, and even non-gamers may enjoy its simplicity and style.

Mermaids Millions

7 Jun 2012 20:06:43 GMT

Mermaids Millions is an online slot machine developed by Microgaming, one of the best developers of online gambling games in the industry. The game comes in different forms, with a browser-based edition, a version for mobile phones and a version that can be played directly from downloadable gambling clients. The game offers players much more versatility than most other five-reel online slot machines. There are 15 paylines and players can bet as many as 75 coins at one time, though only one coin is required to play.

There are 35 winning combinations for players of Mermaids Millions. Though there may not be as many winning combinations as on some of the nine-reel online slot machines, you will win more frequently because there are fewer symbols and reels. Keeping the amount of winning combinations to 35 also makes it easier for players to recognize winning combinations when they see them.

Uncharacteristically for an online slot machine, Mermaids Millions uses card ranks in conjunction with other symbols. For instance, it has kings, queens and jacks tied in with mermaid scatter symbols. The game uses a bright blue color scheme to mimic the sea and the symbols are bright and colorful, with splashes of green, gold and pink intermingled with the aqua blue.

The game has a wild card symbol, a scatter symbol, and two bonus games. The bonus games are a free spin bonus game and a treasure bonus game, both of which can yield generous wins with zero bankroll risk. The mermaid symbols activate the free spin game when you get three or more of them at once. When you spin, how much you can potentially make is based on the amount that you bet prior to getting the mermaid symbols. Similarly, the treasure bonus game is activated when you get three or more treasure symbols at once. The winnings can vary, but it is almost always a free win to some degree, as you do cannot lose money on the bonus games. As with most aspects of online slot play, betting more money may expose you to more short-term risk, but it can also make a big difference when you win and get to take shots at the free bonus games.

Ladies Nite

7 Jun 2012 20:06:43 GMT

Despite its name, Ladies Nite is an online slot machine that is not only for women. Both men and women can and do enjoy playing the game, with its pretty symbols, feminine colors and very fun bonus games. The game uses five reels and nine paylines, and it allows players to bet with as many as 45 coins.

Like most online reel slot machines, the game has a scatter symbol, but it also has a multiplier and a scatter symbol. The “Glitterball” symbol doubles as both a wild symbol and a multiplier symbol. The Glitterballs can modify winning combinations so that they pay more, or they can act as fillers to create winning combinations. Either way, you want to see Glitterballs when you complete a spin. Even if you get multiple Glitterballs in partial combinations, the symbol can fill in for any other main symbols. As a result, many of the partial wins or wins that are “almost there” can easily become realized wins that pay you handsomely. The Glitterball’s multiplier effect does not affect combinations that it completes, but it will multiply combinations that you already have if it is still on the same screen.

The Waiter symbol is a scatter symbol, which essentially means that it can be situated anywhere on the screen and still complete part of a winning combination. However, there must be at least two scatter symbols on any of the five reels for the scatter effect to be realized. Additionally, if you get three scatter symbols you can activate the free spin game, which operates similarly to bonus free spin games in other online slot games.

The gamble bonus game is activated whenever you win on an enabled payline. As a result, each of your wins can be multiplied or stacked if you win two in a row. The way this is set up can be very advantageous to players at lower limits, since any win guarantees a shot at the bonus game. It is important to note that the bonus game winnings are shown in credits instead of coins or dollars, so be sure to verify the credit values before you begin playing.

Big Kahuna

7 Jun 2012 20:06:42 GMT

Big Kahuna is an online slot machine that has a Hawaiian high priest theme. The game has authentic jungle sounds and a color scheme with a distinctly wild feel to it. The symbols are colorful and made to represent various Hawaiian fruits, monkeys, a volcano and other Hawaii-related hallmarks. The game is a nine-line slot machine, so there are countless ways to win, especially with the scatter symbols and multipliers that distinguish it from other online slots.

The game has various scatter symbols that can increase your chances of winning on every spin, as well as increase the amount that you win for each spin. The laughing monkey symbols can double, triple or even quadruple your bet amounts whenever they are on your screen. How many laughing monkeys you get will determine how many times your initial bet is multiplied.

When you get more than three monkey masks or volcanoes at once you can gain the volcano bonus, which is a miniature game that allows you to choose one symbol that is thrown into the volcano. After you have thrown in your symbol, the volcano spits out a number that is multiplied by your bet amount for a bonus payout. So, if you bet $2 and the volcano spit out a 500, you would receive a bonus payment of $1,000. The same would apply to smaller and larger bet amounts.

Unlike many other online slot machines, Big Kahuna allows you to win with unconventional combinations as well as matched combinations. For instance, if you get various fruits in a row combined with a dancing Hawaiian warrior, you can receive bonus payouts. The combinations can be diagonal or in crisscrossed patterns. Even though the winning pattern combinations may take some getting used to, you will quickly catch on as you start to win on combinations that don’t initially look particularly special.

The Big Kahuna symbol can enhance any combination that you get, potentially boosting your earnings to as much as 8,000 times your initial bet. As a result, playing on the Big Kahuna machine is a very viable option for players who do not wish to bet high amounts on each spin, but who would still like to have shots at very large jackpots and bonus wins. Alternatively, players who bet larger amounts and happen to get to the volcano bonus game can win very large amounts of money.

Hot Ink

29 May 2012 10:51:55 GMT

Hot Ink is one of Microgaming's most popular virtual slots. It has a tattoo parlor theme that appeals to anyone who is a fan of body art. The symbols in the game are all common tattoos, things found in a tattoo parlor or tattoo versions of common slot machine symbols. Hot Ink also has three special symbols that activate additional features of the game. The Hot Ink logo is a wild symbol while the fish and the tattoo bonus sign are scatter symbols.

Hot Ink is a five-reel virtual slot machine with 1,024 paylines. It uses coins in denominations of 0.01 credits to 0.25 credits, and up to 10 coins can be wagered per line bet. The betting scheme is a bit confusing because the line bet has nothing to do with the 1,024 paylines. All paylines are always active, which requires your total wager per spin to equal 50 times your line bet. This means that the minimum wager is 0.50 credits for a line bet of one 0.01-credit coin and that the maximum wager is 125 credits for a 10-coin line bet using 0.25-credit coins.

The jackpots on Hot Ink are very generous, but winning the big money requires luck with the scatter symbols. When wagering the maximum number of coins, you can win up to 50,000 coins in the base game. If you are using 0.25-credit coins, this will yield you a jackpot of 12,500 credits. When you include bonuses and free spins, the maximum jackpot is 122,500 coins, which comes to 30,625 credits when using coins of the highest denomination.

The symbols in Hot Ink and their respective values, in coins, are as follows:

Hot Ink logo – 1,000
Angel or Luci – 750
Angel and Luci together – 500
Tattoo artist – 400
Chair – 300
Tattoo parlor – 200
Horseshoe – 150
Flaming dice – 120
Star – 100
Devil heart – 75
Cherry – 50

Five scatter symbols are considered winning combinations valued at 100 coins. In addition, three fish symbols award you with up to 20 free spins at a 2x multiplier, and three tattoo bonus symbols trigger the bonus game that may provide you with 10 free spins also at a 2x multiplier.

Magnificent 777's

29 May 2012 10:51:55 GMT

As far as online slots go, Magnificent 777's is about as basic as they come. This cowboy-themed slot machine was developed by Microgaming, and it represents the company's line of simple slots geared toward those who do not want their games overly complicated.

Magnificent 777's is a three-reel slot machine, and it has only a single payline running horizontally across the reels. In order to give players a wide range of wager amounts, several coin denominations are available: 0.10 credits, 0.20 credits, 0.25 credits, 0.50 credits, 1 credit, 2 credits, 5 credits and 10 credits.

The symbols in this game are very limited. The regular symbols consist only of red sevens, blue sevens and black diamonds. Black diamonds are just placeholders, and they signify that nothing is won on the spin. To win, you need to match three sevens on the payline. The pay schedule is as follows:

Three red sevens – 200x multiplier
Three blue sevens – 10x multiplier
Any three sevens – 2x multiplier

In addition to the sevens and black diamonds, three bonus symbols are on the reels: the gold star, the silver star and the bronze star. If one of these symbols is on the payline, then the bonus round is activated. Bonus rounds consist of a random number of free spins with bonus multipliers in the following ranges:

Gold star – 52x to 6,000x
Silver star – 22x to 550x
AnBronze star – 6x to 450x

Although Magnificent 777's does not have a wild symbol, it does have two other special features. The first of these is the hold feature. The hold feature is randomly activated, so you never know when it will be available. When it is available, you can prevent one or two of the reels from spinning on your next play. This allows you greater odds of making a winning match.

The second special feature is the automatic nudge. This feature is also activated randomly during gameplay. When it is available, you are allowed to see the next symbol on the reels after they stop spinning. If the next symbol will help you complete a winning combination, then you can nudge the reel ahead.

Retro Reels

29 May 2012 10:51:55 GMT

The Retro Reels online slot machine blends the feel and look of a classic Las Vegas reel slot machine with the innovative accessibility and user-friendliness of an online game. Retro Reels takes a departure from some of the more flashy and theme-based online slots by embracing its roots as a reel slot machine.

Despite its simple interface, players can easily learn how to maximize their chances of walking away as winners. The game features everything from bonus symbols to hefty jackpots, with potential earnings that vary depending on the amounts that a player bets.

Some of the bonus features available to players include:

Free spins
An earning multiplier
Scatter symbols

More importantly, the Retro Reels jackpots include:

A 400,000-coin free spin jackpot
Silver star – 22x to 550x
A 200,000-coin base game jackpot

The jackpot amounts are proportionate to players’ betting unit sizes.

Ease of Use

Perhaps the most attractive aspect of Retro Reels is its ease of use. Whether a player has never stepped foot inside a casino or is a brick and mortar casino veteran, figuring out how to play the game is very straightforward. However, just because the game is easy does not make it any less entertaining. There is something to be said for the bliss of simplicity, especially compared to some online casino games that should come with detailed instruction manuals.

Spin Again

While easy to utilize, the various free spin features create some of the biggest opportunities for impressive jackpots and compounded wins. Along with the multipliers, scatter symbols and jackpots, free spins can make the difference when it comes to walking away a winner. By spinning again, a player can increase his or her odds of winning the next spin. In a game of luck, every advantage should be milked for all that it is worth. With a bit of luck, players can rack up as many as 25 free spins. Taking advantage of the free spins is also the key to winning the coveted 400,000-coin jackpot.

Give Retro Reels a spin, and revel in the simple pleasures of playing a game that you will love.

Retro Reels Diamond Glitz

29 May 2012 10:51:55 GMT

Upon noticing how complicated some video slot machines have become, Microgaming sprang into action by creating the Retro Reels series of online slots. Retro Reels takes the fuss, hassle and confusion out of online slot games and replaces them with simple, clean fun and clear opportunities to win big prizes. One of the most popular games in this series is Retro Reels Diamond Glitz.

Along with being popular, Diamond Glitz is one of the most aesthetically appealing online slots available today. The simplicity of its design is expertly combined with sharp, contrasting colors that do not play havoc with your eyes. The music and sound effects are also pleasant and relaxing, but they do not make you bored or put you to sleep.

The symbols used in Retro Reels Diamond Glitz are pulled straight out of the lineup of traditional slot machine symbols. The dollar sign is the game's wild symbol, and it serves as the jackpot prize symbol. The jackpot, which is a very generous prize of 10,000 coins, is triggered when this symbol shows up in all five spots on a payline.

Retro Reels Diamond Glitz has five reels and 25 paylines. You can activate as many paylines as you desire by wagering up to 10 coins on each, and coins range in value from 0.01 credits to 0.25 credits. This puts the maximum wager per spin at 62.50 credits, but you can still activate all 25 paylines for as little as 0.25 credits.

The scatter symbol in Retro Reels Diamond Glitz is the Free Spins Bonus symbol. The scatter symbols award healthy prize multipliers when two or more appear on the screen. The payout schedule is as follows:

Two symbols – x2
Three symbols – x5
Four symbols – x40
Five symbols – x100

In addition, three, four or five Free Spin Bonus symbols awards you with five free spins per symbol at a double prize multiplier.

Another great feature of Retro Reels Diamond Glitz is the ability to re-spin reels. Below each reel is a re-spin button that can set the reel spinning a second time for a nominal fee.

Retro Reels Extreme Heat

29 May 2012 10:51:54 GMT

At one time, online slots were becoming so complex that players were getting turned off by them and seeking other types of games to play. In response to this, Microgaming developed the Retro Reels series of online slots. Retro Reels is Microgaming's attempt to bring three-reel simplicity to a five-reel slot machine. One of the most popular games in this series is Extreme Heat.

Retro Reels Extreme Heat has five reels and 30 paylines, but it is very easy to understand and play. You can wager up to 15 coins per payline, and coins are available in the following credit denominations: 0.01, 0.02, 0.05, 0.10, 0.20 and 0.25. Although the game is considered a penny slot, the maximum wager per spin is a very respectable 112.50 credits. This range is wide enough to attract both pikers and high rollers.

Retro Reels Extreme Heat has a theme of red-hot winnings, and the game uses some of the more traditional slot machine symbols, including, lemons, cherries, bells, sevens and bars. The top jackpot in the game is 10,000 coins, which translates into a prize of 37,500 credits when making the maximum bet.

The wild symbol in Extreme Heat is the dollar sign, but the dollar sign also does double duty as the jackpot symbol. The scatter symbol in the game is very easy to identify since it is directly labeled as the Free Spin Bonus symbol. If three, four or five scatter symbols appear in any position, then you are awarded a number of free spins at a double payout. The number of free spins depends on how many symbols are displayed:

Three symbols – 10 free spins
Four symbols – 15 free spins
Five symbols – 20 free spins

Extreme Heat also has a re-spin feature. If your spin does not result in a winning combination, then you can choose to re-spin reels at the price quoted below each reel.

Retro Reels Extreme Heat is a simple slot machine, but the graphics and audio are both at the cutting edge of online casino technology. This enhances the game and allows you to play it repeatedly without becoming bored.

Gold Mine

29 May 2012 10:51:54 GMT

The Gold Mine slot game is a multi-line bonus slot that features imaginative graphics, vibrant colors and a richly detailed theme based on a gold mining operation in the old West, qualities that combine to make the game a favorite among fans of online slots.

Players are initially greeted by colorful images of old-time western gold prospectors, miners, gold nuggets, dynamite and a gold mine's railroad track. The Gold Mine slot game allows players to maximize their excitement by wagering on up to 12 lines for bigger payouts.

Powered by GigaMedia software, the Gold Mine slot game offers payouts that are increased according to the number of coins bet per line. With a maximum wager, the payout possibility tops out at 125,000 coins, or 25,000 coins times five coins per line. If the coin value is set at 25 cents, that equates to an instant jackpot of $31,250. With such a lucrative jackpot to shoot for, it's no surprise the Gold mine slot game has emerged as a favorite destination among slot enthusiasts.

The game's scatter symbol, based on the appearance of an image of two miners operating an old-fashioned hand-powered railroad cart, gives players an opportunity to add to their winnings through free spins. If five of the scatter symbols appear anywhere on the board, for example, the player is rewarded with 30 free spins as well as a 100-times bounty payout. When free spins are in effect, regular prizes are multiplied by anywhere from two times to 10 times the usual payout, depending on how many scatter symbols show up.

The scatter symbol bonus round in Gold Mine, based on the appearance of an image of two pickaxes, generates bonuses of up to five times the usual payouts.

The Gold Mine slot game comes complete with a creative story behind it, with characters named Ford E. Nyner, his daughter Clementine, cowboy Clint Westwood and villain Dick Dastard. This level of detail draws players in, allowing them to feel like they're part of a lucrative gold mining operation.

Rhyming Reels Queen of Hearts

29 May 2012 10:51:54 GMT

Based on the traditional humorous English poem about a queen who baked some delicious tarts, the Rhyming Reels Queen of Hearts slot game is part of an extremely popular series of online slots that pay homage to nursery rhymes and classic poems.

The game's bright, colorful artwork features fun, cartoonish images of a zaftig queen, the mischievous knave of hearts, red heart-shaped tarts, seductive barmaids and other symbols, numbers and letters related to the royal court. The game's audio quality is excellent, highlighting the vivid digital sounds that slot players know and love. The game's animation, boasting detailed and intricate motion within the reels, relies on state-of-the-art technology.

The Rhyming Reels Queen of Hearts slot game contains a total of 30 pay lines across its five reels. Online slot fans will find all their favorite features are available, including scatters, a second screen bonus mode and opportunities for additional prizes through free spins. With a capacity to bet 10 coins on each pay line, the Rhyming Reels Queen of Hearts slot boasts payouts that max out at 15,000 coins in standard mode and at 120,000 coins in free spin mode. Based on the stakes the player is wagering, the ultimate jackpot in the game tops out at an impressive 2.4 million coins.

Powered by Microgaming software, the Rhyming Reels Queen of Hearts slot gives players the opportunity to gain up to 200 free spins in a single game, depending on what symbols appear on the reels. Images of the king's gold crown serve as a great omen for players, resulting in re-triggering spins and multiplying the player's rewards.

The picture of the pleasantly plump queen herself serves as the stacked wild in every mode of the game, replacing all symbols except the scatter, which is the golden crown. The queen of hearts logo, represented by a large red heart, acts as another stacked wild during free spin mode. This logo also serves to multiply the player's winnings by four times the basic rate.

Santa's Wild Ride

29 May 2012 10:51:53 GMT

Microgaming is known for their uniquely themed slots, and the company's creativity is no more apparent than in their winter holiday slot game Santa's Wild Ride. In this game, Santa has ditched his sleigh and reindeer in favor of a Harley-Davidson motorcycle. Santa's Wild Ride presents players with a perfect mix of Christmas and Motorcycle culture, which is represented in the variety of slot symbols used in the game. These symbols include mugs of beer, giant sandwiches, holiday cake, cookies and mechanic elves.

Like several other online slots by Microgaming, Santa's Wild Ride has five reels and 243 paylines. You have a choice between two coin values, 0.01 credits and 0.05 credits, and wagers are in the range of 30 to 150 coins. This allows you to play for as little as 0.30 credits per spin, or you can go for the big money by placing the maximum wager of 7.50 credits per spin.

Santa's Wild Ride includes three special features: wilds, scatters and bonus symbols. The Santa's Wild Ride logo serves as the wild symbol, and it provides a bonus ranging from a 2x multiplier to a 4x multiplier when used in a winning combination.

The scatter symbol in the game is a set of keys to Santa's Harley. Santa's keys provide you with free spins, and they give you a payout multiplier that ranges from 5x to 50x. In addition, three or more scatter symbols on the screen at any time unlocks the bonus game, which provides you with 25 free spins and a choice of three wild features: stacked wilds, trailing wilds or expanding wilds.

The best part about Santa's Wild Ride is the huge jackpot that is just waiting to be hit. Players stand a chance of winning up to 1.9 million coins, which translates into a whopping 95,000 credits. Not very many slots can compete with a jackpot this high.

Santa's Wild Ride gives players the chance to hit some high payouts, but it is also one of the more enjoyable holiday games available. The graphics are amusing, and the music and sound effects fit right in with the season.

Silver Fang

29 May 2012 10:51:53 GMT

Silver Fang slot machine takes players to the harsh northern wilds where wolves and caribou survive in the forests and on the plains. Anyone who loves wolves and wolf art should definitely play this game. Although the graphics feature an abundance of snowy white and gray, the artistic details are beyond those of most other online slot machines. In addition, the wolf and caribou symbols become animated whenever you hit a winning a combination.

The only downside is that the symbols are rather limited. Besides the wolf and caribou, the game has a paw print scatter symbol and a Silver Fang logo. The rest of the symbols are simply playing cards.

Silver Fang is played with a choice of a 0.01-credit coin or a 0.05-credit coin, and you can wager a maximum of 500 coins. This five-reel slot machine has 50 paylines that are always enabled, which means the minimum bet you can make is 0.50 credits. However, if you want to hit the big jackpots, then you are better off placing the maximum wager of 25 credits per spin. This is easily accomplished with the Bet Max button, which instantly spins the reels at the maximum bet.

The wild symbol in Silver Fang is the howling wolf. It can be used as a substitute for any other symbol, but it yields no other special bonuses. However, two to five wilds in a row provide payouts according to the following schedule:

One wild symbol – 15 coins
Two wild symbols – 150 coins
Three wild symbols – 500 coins
Four wild symbols – 1,000 coins

The scatter symbol in the game is the paw print. If three paw print symbols are displayed after a spin, then you win 15 free spins at a 5x multiplier. If four scatter symbols are displayed, then your multiplier jumps to 20x, and five scatter symbols earn you a 50x multiplier.

Although the playing card symbols are boring, they are included for a reason. Each time you win, the Gamble feature is activated. This allows you to double or quadruple the amount of your winnings by predicting the color and suit of the next card revealed.

Asian Beauty

16 May 2012 12:51:33 GMT

Asian Beauty does not only feature beautiful Japanese geishas, but it also features a very pleasant overall aesthetic for an online slot machine. Microgaming has done it again by making use of a traditional Japanese style that is combined with fabulous artwork and interesting gameplay. You know you are in for something special with Asian Beauty from the very start. Players are treated to a short introductory clip of an artist sketching four beautiful Japanese women. The sketches are then colored, and the women are transplanted into an amazing winter courtyard scene.

Asian Beauty is one of the new breed of slots by Microgaming. It has five reels with 243 paylines. However, because of the rather large amount of paylines, players are allowed to activate them all by wagering only 30 coins. The smallest coin denomination is 0.01 credits, which means it only takes 0.30 credits to play. The largest coin denomination is 0.50 credits, so the maximum jackpots are available for 15 credits per spin.

A great feature of Asian Beauty is a surprisingly limited number of symbols. This means that payouts are more frequent than in other slot games because winning combinations are easier to make with fewer symbols. Among the symbols is one wild symbol represented by the Asian Beauty logo.

The scatter symbol in the game is an embroidered box. If three or more of these symbols appear on the reels, then a free-spin bonus round with double payouts is activated. Three symbols award you 10 free spins, four symbols give you 15 free spins and you get 25 free spins with five symbols. In addition, three, four or five scatter symbols also award you a bonus multiplier on winning combinations in the regular game. The bonus multipliers are 5x for three symbols, 15x for four symbols and 100x for five symbols.

Asian Beauty also has a bonus game that is randomly activated during gameplay. In the Mirror Bonus Feature, you have 12 mirrors. Choosing a mirror reveals one of four beautiful Asian women. If you match three images of the same woman, then you win the prize multiplier associated with her. The four prize multipliers are 15x, 20x, 25x and 30x.

Eagle's Wings

16 May 2012 12:51:32 GMT

Eagle's Wings is an online slot machine with five reels and 25 paylines, and you can wager up to five coins per payline using any of the following coin denominations: 0.01 credits, 0.02 credits, 0.05 credits, 0.10 credits, 0.20 credits or 0.25 credits. This allows you to play casually for only a penny per spin, or you can get serious by making the maximum wager of 31.25 credits per spin. The jackpot in the regular game is a modest 1,000 coins, which is only 250 credits when playing with quarter-credit coins. However, you can win up to 15,000 coins in the bonus game.

Eagle's Wings is a handsomely designed slot game by Microgaming, one of the top game developers in the online casino industry. The animation is above-average, and the expert use of gold and yellow hues gives the game a feel of natural luxury.

The theme of this game is Native American culture. Eagles are sacred to many Native American tribes, and it is believed these birds can teach people to soar to new heights by taking advantage of every opportunity. Eagle's Wings is one of those opportunities, and it is possible to walk away from the game a little happier and much richer than when you started.

Eagle's Wings includes an introductory animation sequence that features an eagle flying high over snow-capped mountains and through blue skies as lakes and forests are all passed by. The sequence ends with a majestic close-up shot of the eagle flying in all its glory.

While the game uses generic symbols from playing cards, it also incorporates symbols based on eagles and other animals, such as the eagle nest, the flying eagle and the salmon. The Eagle's Wings logo serves as the wild symbol in the game, but it confers no special bonus on winning combinations.

The scatter symbol in the game is a gold relief featuring the heads of both an eagle and a salmon. If three or more scatter symbols appear on the reels simultaneously, then a bonus game is triggered. The bonus game consists of up to 60 free spins, and all prizes from these spins are at triple the regular amounts.

Lord of the Ring

16 May 2012 12:51:30 GMT

You can now play your favorite game alongside the heroes of Middle-earth

While some players may enjoy the suspense of watching an online slot game’s reels spin, others may be looking for something more engrossing. “The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring” online slot game, by Microgaming, offers a gaming experience that transcends those of traditional reel slot machines typically found in brick and mortar casinos and most online casinos. With each spin, every player embarks on an epic journey that can end in one of 243 possible winning scenarios.

About the Original “Lord of the Rings” Story

“The Lord of the Rings” is a three-part fantasy story that was written by J. R. R. Tolkien early in the 20th century. The first book, “The Fellowship of the Ring,” is about a character named Frodo who finds the fate of the world in his hands. If he does not destroy a magical ring, an ancient evil may destroy all of Middle-earth, including his home. Determined to save the world, Frodo embarks on a mission with eight other adventurers. Their journey leads them through icy mountains and a dark abyss inhabited by bloodthirsty goblins and a fiery demon.

Watch optional cinematic scenes while you spin

Thanks to Cinematic Spins™, players have the option of watching scenes inspired by the movie during their spins. Players can watch the terrifying Ringwraiths in action and witness the fiery wrath of the Balrog in the Mines of Moria. Fans of the Uruk-hai will not be disappointed. The scenes make gameplay more interesting, and they add an immersive feel that other games lack.

Key Game Features

Free Spins Feature
Ring Scatter Symbol
Eye of Sauron Symbol
“The Lord of the Rings” Wild Symbol
Optional Cinematic Spins™ scenes
Five reels
243 different winning combinations
Spin portraits featuring all of the best Lord of the Rings characters, like Gimli, the Ringwraiths, Sauroman, Arwen, Legolas, Aragorn and Frodo

Betting and Jackpot Details

The minimum bet is 0.30
The maximum bet is 30.00
The default bet is 3.00
There are 20 coins per line
The normal maximum jackpot is 8000 coins
The jackpot from spinning for free is also maxed out at 8000 coins

No Worries

16 May 2012 12:51:30 GMT

After the success of Microgaming's first multiplayer slot machine, the company developed a second multiplayer game: Multiplayer No Worries. No Worries is an Australian-themed online slot machine that provides players with tremendous fun and several opportunities to win some fast cash.

Microgaming has slightly changed the format for its second multiplayer offering. You are no longer able to view the reels of the other players, but the community room has grown to accommodate 30 people. The primary interactive feature of the game is the chat function, and with 30 players, the conversations can become quite lively.

Multiplayer No Worries is a five-reel slot machine with 20 paylines, and up to 20 coins can be wagered on each payline. However, only three coin denominations are available: 0.01 credits, 0.02 credits and 0.05 credits. Because the maximum wager is only 20 credits, the game does not attract very many high rollers and jackpots are modest. However, No Worries is more about having fun and communicating with like-minded people than it is about hardcore gambling.

The symbols in No Worries are all distinctly Australian, and they include koalas, platypuses, wallabies and wombats. The No Worries logo is a wild symbol, but unfortunately, it confers no special bonuses other than substituting for any regular symbol.

No Worries has two scatter symbols: Tazza the Tasmanian devil and the boomerang. When three Tazza symbols are displayed on the screen, you win a prize multiplier based on the number of symbols. The boomerang scatter symbol awards you with up to 25 free spins at a 2x multiplier. In a unique twist, if you are not happy with your winnings in the free spin round, you have a choice of replaying the round or trading the coins you won for a mystery multiplier prize that ranges from 2x to 150x. After you have made your choice, you have another option to play a game of chance that can double or quadruple your winnings.

Another unique feature of No Worries is the ability to accumulate leaderboard points on winning combinations. The top ten players on the leaderboard are eligible to collect random bonus prizes.

Wheel of Wealth Multi

16 May 2012 12:51:29 GMT

Wheel of Wealth is the first of a new breed of virtual slot machine by the developers at Microgaming, a group that regularly proves its leadership in the online gaming industry. What makes Wheel of Wealth so special is the fact that it is a multiplayer slot game.

The multiplayer functionality of Wheel of Wealth allows the game to possess several unique features, some of which are apparent from the first moment you begin playing. You are put into a community slot room with five other players. Your reels are front and center, but you can see the reels of the other players in the background. As you play your reels, you can see how the other players are faring, and you can make use of the chat feature to get to know them.

At its heart, Multiplayer Wheel of Wealth plays just like individual online slot games. This particular game has five reels and 25 paylines. You can activate as many paylines as you like by betting up to 10 coins on each one. Coin denominations start at just 0.01 credits, and they go up to 0.50 credits, which provides you with a maximum wager per spin of 125 credits.

The wild symbol in the game is the Wheel of Wealth logo, which is also the jackpot symbol. Five Wheel of Wealth logos pay out a 2,000x multiplier top prize, and whenever the wild symbol is used as a substitute in a winning combination, the combination pays double.

Wheel of Wealth also has a scatter symbol, which is a gold coin. If two or more gold coins appear in any position on the reels, you win a prize multiplier of up to 300x.

The best part about Multiplayer Wheel of Wealth is the bonus game. An individual bonus game is activated by collecting bonus symbols, but at random intervals, a multiplayer bonus game is unlocked. In this game, each player selects one of the 20 positions around the Wheel of Wealth. When the wheel stops spinning, each player wins the amount specified on the segment that stops at his or her position. The top prize in the bonus game is 500,000 coins.

Sterling Silver 3D

10 May 2012 19:29:16 GMT

The Sterling Silver 3D slot game is a new, updated version of the classic Sterling Silver slot game featuring an exciting innovation: visually stunning three-dimensional (3D) graphics.

To enjoy the full extent of the 3D visuals, players must wear a pair of red-and-blue 3D anaglyph glasses. The game's high-quality 3D graphics greatly enhance the experience, and excitement, of playing online slots.

The Sterling Silver 3D slot game is packed with state-of-the-art features. The game's vivid artwork, portraying silver bars, letters, numbers and other silver imagery, presents a rich feast for the eyes. The sound effects are brilliant and the game's distinctive graphic elements employ cutting-edge technology, creating a dynamic experience for the player.

Featuring five reels and 25 pay lines, the Sterling Silver 3D slot game allows for a betting range of 1 cent to 25 cents per line with a maximum wager of more than 31 euros. The game commands a top jackpot of 40,000 euros in standard mode and 80,000 euros in free spins mode.

Powered by Microgaming software, the Sterling Silver 3D slot game provides a wide variety of ways to win. One of the game's most popular and creative elements is the "Sterling Silver Wild" feature, which goes into effect as the unique Sterling Silver slot logo appears stacked on the game's center reel. The wild symbol puts the game's fantastic multiplier feature into effect, with the value of payouts increasing anywhere from two times to 10 times the usual amount of winnings.

The "Sterling Silver Scatter" feature could be the game's most compelling element, generating another level of excitement for slot fanatics. When three symbols portraying silver coins appear on the second, third and fourth reels, the player earns a reward equal to 10 times the amount wagered in addition to 15 free spins with a double multiplier on each. The "Sterling Silver Gamble" feature allows players to guess the color and suit of a card for bonus prizes.

Players have the option of switching off the 3D format to play in standard mode.

Thunderstruck II

10 May 2012 19:29:16 GMT

Thunderstruck II is the sequel to the 2003 virtual slot machine that took the world by storm. Although Microgaming released this sequel in 2010, it has never been more popular than it is today. Thunderstruck II surpassed everyone's wildest dreams about what the game should be, and it is considered one of the top three slots currently available at online casinos.

Thunderstruck II Basics

Thunderstruck II is a five-reel game with 30 pay lines and 243 winning combinations. Coin denominations include 0.01-credit coins and 0.05-credit coins. The maximum bet is 10 coins per line, which gives you a final bet range of 0.30 credits to 15 credits. The jackpot in the regular game is 1,000 credits, but Thunderstruck II features several bonuses that give you the chance to win up to 2.43 million coins. That puts the maximum jackpot at 121,500 credits when playing with 0.05-credit coins.

The Great Hall of Spins

The theme of Thunderstruck II is Norse mythology. The mythical beings and gods of the Norse are featured prominently, and they have the power to take you to the progressive bonus game known as the Great Hall of Spins. To get to the Great Hall of Spins, you have to collect three or more scatter symbols on one spin. The scatter symbol in the game is Thor's hammer.

Valkyrie

The first time you enter the Great Hall of Spins, you must choose the Valkyrie. The Valkyrie gives you 10 free spins at a 5x multiplier.

Loki

On your fifth trip to the Great Hall of Spins, you can choose Loki instead of the Valkyrie. Loki gives you 15 free spins, and he unlocks Wild Magic. When the Wild Magic symbol appears, it transforms other random symbols on the screen into wild symbols.

Gold Factory

10 May 2012 19:29:16 GMT

Imagine a factory where the product being produced is gold. Who would not love to have a chance to see that? Gold Factory is the latest online slot machine from Microgaming, and the game's original theme really showcases the creative talent of their development crew. In terms of sheer fun, this game is one of the best virtual slot machines available today.

Gold Factory is to gold what Willy Wonka's Chocolate Factory is to chocolate. It is an amazing wonderland where gold is piled high for processing by marvelous machines and where pure gold trains transport loads of gold bars.

You have received an invitation to attend a tour of the Gold Factory, and this tour provides you with chances to win some of that gold by playing a unique game of slots. Gold Factory has five reels and 50 paylines. It also gives you a choice of four coin denominations: 0.01 credits, 0.02 credits, 0.05 credits and 0.10 credits.

The maximum bet is 20 coins per line, and you have to bet on each line. This allows you to wager as little as 0.50 credits per spin or as much as 100 credits per spin. Very few online slot machines permit such high wagers, but this only means that you have a chance at winning bigger prizes.

The top jackpot during regular play is 7,500 credits, but Gold Factory is all about free spins and bonuses. On your free spins, you can win as much as 30,000 credits, and the Gold Factory bonus round provides you with the opportunity to win as much as 619,000 credits.

The Gold Factory bonus round is unlocked when three or more scatter symbols are displayed on the reels. The scatter symbol is the Gold Factory bonus coin. However, once you reach the bonus round, you have to choose four of the 12 gold hoppers in the reactor room. Your choices will reveal the number of free spins you receive and the amount of your bonus multiplier. If you uncover a Reactor Bonus symbol, then you move on to other reactors that give you opportunities for even bigger prizes.

Lucky Witch

10 May 2012 19:29:15 GMT

Lucky Witch is the latest Halloween-themed virtual slot machine from Microgaming, and it is a treat because the graphics are superb and each symbol fits right into the theme. In an interesting twist, the witch in the game is a real looker, so you do not have to spend your time staring at an old, green hag with a giant wart on her nose.

Lucky Witch is a basic five-reel slot machine. It has 15 paylines, and you can wager up to 20 coins per line. Coins are available in denominations ranging from 0.01 credits to 0.20 credits. If you just want to try the game out, then you can play for only a penny per spin, but if you really want a shot at the big money, then you can wager a maximum of 60 credits per spin.

The wild symbol in the game is the Lucky Witch logo. It can be used to substitute for any of the standard symbols, including the owl, black cat, lizard and witch. The wild symbol also pays out double when it is used in a winning combination.

Lucky Witch has two scatter symbols: the magic potion and the cauldron. When two through five potion symbols are displayed, you instantly win one of the following prizes:

Two potion symbols – 225 coins
Three potion symbols – 675 coins
Four potion symbols – 11,250 coins
Five potion symbols – 45,000 coins

Three or more potion symbols also rewards you with 13 free spins. When three cauldron symbols are displayed, you are taken into one of the four bonus games:

Magic Potion Bonus – You have 12 potions from which to choose. You keep choosing new potions and continue to rack up prizes until you uncover a poison potion.
Pumpkin Bonus – You win the secret prize contained in the pumpkin of your choice. If you do not like your prize, you can give it up and try again up to two more times.
Secret Vault Bonus – In this game, you have to choose three symbols. You then have to choose one of your three symbols to reveal your bonus prize.
Spell Book Bonus – One of three spell books will unleash an imp that awards you a prize worth up to 52 times your original wager.

Riviera Riches

10 May 2012 19:29:15 GMT

If you do not give Riviera Riches more than a momentary glance, then it appears to be just another generic online slot machine. However, the game can introduce you to a world of luxury and wealth that is difficult to give up once you start playing. Riviera Riches is all about the culture surrounding high-stakes casino gambling, but you do not have to be fabulously rich to get into this game. With a minimum wager of only 0.01 credits per spin, anyone can get a taste of the high life.

Riviera Riches is a standard five-reel slot machine available at many online casinos. It was developed by Microgaming, which is one of the largest and most prestigious casino game designers in the world. The game has 15 paylines, and you can choose how many to activate by wagering up to 20 coins per line. Coin denominations go all the way up to 0.50 credits, so the maximum wager per spin is 150 credits.

Most of the symbols in Riviera Riches are based on playing cards, but other symbols are based on luxury, such as a man in a tuxedo, a woman in an evening gown, a palace, a luxury car and a glass of brandy with a burning cigar. The wild symbol in the game is the Riviera Riches logo, and it doubles the prize amounts for winning combinations.

Riviera Riches also includes two bonus games. The roulette bonus is activated when the roulette symbols on the first and fifth reels are both displayed simultaneously. In this game, you have to choose a number on the roulette wheel, and if your number comes up, then you win a prize of up to four times your wager.

The second bonus game is activated by the money symbol, which serves as the scatter symbol in Riviera Riches. When three or more money symbols are displayed on the reels, you instantly win 12 free spins. Winning combinations on the free spins are awarded with a triple payout bonus. In addition, money symbols also provide you with prizes in the regular game. These prizes are as follows:

Two money symbols – 1x multiplier
Three money symbols – 4x multiplier
Four money symbols – 10x multiplier
Five money symbols – 40x multiplier

Bunny Boiler

6 May 2012 16:09:47 GMT

The Bunny Boiler instant win game is part of Microgaming's new line of scratch tickets that play like board games. Microgaming has changed how online scratch games are played by adding a higher level of user interaction than has traditionally been available with scratch tickets. Bunny Boiler is the most popular of these games in the springtime. When looking for seasonal games, very few can match Bunny Boiler during the months of March and April, but the game is fun to play any time of year.

In the Bunny Boiler instant game, you have to help an innocent, little bunny get through his underground tunnels to reach his nest. The problem is that a hunter has placed dangerous obstacles and booby traps in the way. The bunny has only six chances to make it to the nest in the center of the ticket where his safety and your jackpot prize await.

To start a game of Bunny Boiler, you have to first put up your stakes. Wagers start at 0.50 credits, and they go up to a maximum of 10 credits per play. When your wager is set, just click on the New Game button to begin. You now have six rolls of a virtual six-sided die to get the bunny home. If you do not make it in six rolls, then the game ends.

In the tunnels that lead to the bunny's home are four types of spaces, and the bunny is forced to move a number of spaces equal to your roll. If he lands on a carrot, then he can safely wait for your next roll. Teleportation spaces allow the bunny to skip ahead to the next matching teleportation symbol on the board. Whenever the bunny passes over a pot of gold, you win a prize, and the prizes get larger the closer the bunny gets to his home. The last type of space is the bunny skull space. If the bunny lands on one of these danger spaces, then he will meet an untimely death, ending the game. However, if the bunny gets to the jackpot, then you will win a maximum payout of 100,000 credits.

Money Mad Monkey

6 May 2012 16:09:46 GMT

Money Mad Monkey is one of Microgaming's newest online slots. While the game is a rip-off of the popular classic video game Donkey Kong, this fact does not distract from the fun you will have playing it. The game has five reels and accepts virtual coins in denominations ranging from 0.01 credits to 0.10 credits. You can wager up to 10 coins on each of the 20 paylines, which gives you a maximum bet of 20 credits per spin.

Money Mad Monkey has three different scatter symbols that unlock the bonus games. The first scatter symbol is the barrel, and three barrels will get you into the Pick a Barrel bonus game. This game is very simple. All you have to do is choose a barrel to win the prize inside of it.

The second scatter symbol is the stack of cash. When three stacks of cash are displayed, the Free Spins bonus game is unlocked. In this game, you have to choose one of the three stacks of cash. Depending on which stack you choose, you win one of the following prizes:

Five spins with an 8x multiplier
Ten spins with a 4x multiplier
Twenty spins with a 20x multiplier

The third scatter symbol is the city skyline. Three city skyline symbols unlock the Monkey Climb game. This bonus game uses the same alternating ramps that are in Donkey Kong. The ramps are littered with barrels, and the escaped gorilla waits on the roof of the building. To play the game, you spin a reel with seven possible outcomes: one through six moves or an end to the game. As long as the reel doesn't stop on the game-ending symbol, you get to keep spinning, and prizes grow in value as you move higher up the ramps.

The jackpot during regular gameplay of Money Mad Monkey is 100,000 coins for five banana symbols at the maximum wager, which can provide you with up to 10,000 credits.

Bowled Over

24 Apr 2012 23:45:25 GMT

Bowled Over is a classic instant win game brought to you by Microgaming, one of the largest developers of online casino software in the world. While Microgaming has made an effort to bring new and exciting games to its loyal players, the company has also decided to stick to the classics. Some players like to keep it simple, and it does not get simpler than Bowled Over.

Bowled Over is just like the scratch tickets you could buy at your local lottery retailer, but it is much more convenient because you do not have to leave your home to play. This instant win game also has the advantage of being more flexible in how much money you can risk and how much you can win. You can play for as little as 0.50 credits per play, or if you want to win big, you can stake up to 10 credits per card.

Cricket is the name of the game in Bowled Over, and this scratch ticket is divided into two separate cricket games. The game on the left side of the ticket gives you six cricket balls to scratch. Underneath each cricket ball is one of 12 different cricket players with unique identities and values. All you have to do is match three of the same cricket player to win a prize equal to his value. You can win up to 10,000 times your stakes in this game, while other prizes range from a 1x multiplier to a 5,000x multiplier.

The game on the right side of the ticket is called Hit the Wicket. You have to bowl your cricket ball into the wicket to win. If you can do it, you win a prize that is revealed by scratching the box at the bottom of the game. The prizes in this game range from a 0.20x multiplier to a 100x multiplier.

You are free to scratch the game in any order you like, and you can play either game before the other. If you are feeling lazy, you have the option of letting the computer do all the scratching for you by clicking the Reveal All button.

Mumbai Magic

24 Apr 2012 23:45:25 GMT

This game is all about the movies. Bollywood movies are popular around the world and are known for their distinctive song and dance numbers. In keeping with the magic of the big screen, Mumbai Magic also depicts singers, dancers and actors wearing rich costumes in a colorful setting.

At the heart of the Mumbai Magic scratch game is a beautiful woman holding a crystal ball, and she is surrounded by dancers and glimmering rays of light. In addition to the still art and animation, the sound effects also help to set a magical mood that is perfect for gaming in the style of Bollywood.

To start a game of Mumbai Magic, you must first decide upon your wager. You can start at only 0.50 credits, or you can work your way up to a maximum of 10 credits in one-credit increments. After you have decided, all you have to do is click on the green play button at the bottom of the ticket. No virtual scratching is necessary.

When you click the play button, a chiming tone sounds followed by a drumbeat. The crystal ball begins to flash, glow and emit a series of six symbols. If two of those six symbols match, then you are a winner. The exact amount of your winnings depends on your wager and the symbols that you have matched. The eight possible symbols and their values are as follows:

Actor – x2 multiplier
Sitar – x5 multiplier
Film reel – x10 multiplier
Actress – x100 multiplier
Female dancer – x250 multiplier
Clapboard – x1,000 multiplier
Award – x10,000 multiplier
Male dancer – x20,000 multiplier

With a 10-credit bet and a pair of male dancers, you can win the jackpot prize of 200,000 credits. Any winnings are instantly tallied by the game and added to your total.

Beer Fest

24 Apr 2012 23:45:24 GMT

Beer Fest is one of those games that you just cannot resist playing. You have got plenty of beer, tasty munchies and energetic table dancing. What is not to like? Beer Fest is one of the most popular instant win games developed by Microgaming. Microgaming is the company behind the software of many online casinos, and they are responsible for creating all the games that are run on their casino software platform. Games such as Beer Fest have earned the company the admiration of players from all around the world.

Beer Fest is set up like a classic scratch card game that you could buy at most any shop that sells lottery tickets. The only difference is that this game can be played without you having to leave the comfort of your own home, or even your own bed, for that matter.

You have a chance at winning three different games on a single Beer Fest ticket. Each game features high-quality animation and audio, and the video sequences are hilarious. Even if you are not a winner the first time you play, you are sure to have bought yourself a smile. The three games are as follows:

Table Dancing – A stocky, mustached German wearing lederhosen is all set to dance for you, but you have to direct him to one of four tables on which he will perform. If the table can withstand his dance to the end, then you are a winner. If the table collapses, it is time to move on to the next game.
The Munchies – A cute waitress has three covered platters on a table in front of her and one in her hand. If you match the dish the waitress is holding to any of the three dishes on the table, then you win a cash prize.
Beers All Round – This game features a beer-drinking match between two burly Oktoberfest patrons. All you have to do is select the guzzler who can drink the most before turning green and falling over.

You can play Beer Fest for stakes as little as 0.50 credits per play, and you can win up to 5,000 times your wager on one card.

Flip Card

24 Apr 2012 23:45:24 GMT

Flip Card is a casino table game for beginners, but even experienced gamers can enjoy its simplicity. Although several variations of this game are played at traditional casinos around the world, the online version offered by Internet casinos, such as Royal Vegas and Platinum Play, has some unique characteristics that make it much more exciting.

The online version of Flip Card is not played with a regular deck of cards. It uses a special deck that consists of prize multipliers instead of the standard numbers and face cards. The six types of cards in the deck are as follows: 1x, 2x, 5x, 10x, 20x and 50x.

A game of Flip Card begins with your wager. Depending on the funds available in your account, you may have chips that range in value from 1 credit to 100 credits. However, the minimum wager per play is 2 credits, and the maximum is 100 credits. The table is very similar to the other tables used for casino card games. It is green felt, and the spaces for each card in your hand are outlined in white. On the far side of the table is a section to mark which cards have been uncovered in the play.

After you make your bet, you have to click on the New Cards button to start dealing. You are dealt six cards that are laid out on the table face down. You then have a choice of clicking on the individual cards to reveal the multipliers or clicking on the Show Cards button to have the computer turn them for you.

A winning hand in Flip Cards is any hand with three of a kind. The multiplier on the cards you have in triplicate is taken times your wager to calculate how much you win on the play. For example, if you wagered 10 credits and reveal three 10x cards, then your prize is 100 credits. To play again with the same wager, all you have to do is click the New Cards button again.

Flip Card is a very simple game, but the crisp sound effects and sharp graphics keep it enjoyable for multiple plays.

Immortal Romance

24 Apr 2012 23:45:23 GMT

Immortal Romance is the most involved video slot game to be released by Microgaming. Microgaming is the online casino software company that is behind another popular slot game: Thunderstruck. Immortal Romance follows in the same vein as Thunderstruck, but it introduces a new theme and a new cast. The theme can be described as Twilight for adults. The game is based on a woman's love for an 800-year-old vampire. Following are the four major characters:

Sarah – Sarah is the human heroine of the game. She has fallen for Michael.
Amber – Amber is Sarah's best friend, but she is also a psychic witch.
Troy – Troy is a vampire playboy with an attitude, but he is loyal to Michael.
Michael – Michael is an 800-year-old vampire looking for purpose in his life.

Immortal Romance is a five-reel slot game that provides 243 ways to win on 30 lines. It also includes several wild symbols, random multipliers and a progressive bonus game. To place a bet, you have to choose between 0.01-credit coins and 0.02-credit coins. You can then bet from one coin to ten coins per line. This means the minimum bet per play is 0.30 credits, and the maximum is 6.00 credits. When making the maximum bet, you have the potential to win up to 72,900 credits per play.

The wild symbol in the game is the Immortal Romance logo. This symbol can substitute for any of the other symbols except the scatter symbol, and it doubles the prize when used on a winning line. If you get five wild symbols on a single line, then you win the regular game jackpot of 3,000 credits with the maximum bet.

The scatter symbol in Immortal Romance is the doorknocker. When three or more doorknockers appear on a spin, you receive entry into the Chamber of Spins. You can enter the Chamber of Spins up to four times in one game. Each time you enter, you meet one of the four main characters, and each character provides you with a different bonus. Bonus details are as follows:

Amber – 10 free spins at a x5 multiplier
Troy – 15 free spins at a random multiplier awarded by vampire bats
Michael – 20 free spins at a x5 multiplier
Sarah – 25 free spins with an automatic wild vine symbol on the third reel

Kashatoa

24 Apr 2012 23:45:23 GMT

Kashatoa is an original casino game from the vaults of Microgaming, one of the world's top producers of online casino software. The Microgaming platform has added some big hits recently, and Kashatoa is one of them. This pinball-type game is thrilling, and it is easy to win, but you have to be patient for the big payouts. However, you can play for hours, and in that time, the smaller payouts have a serious potential to accumulate into a substantial amount.

Kashatoa is a game of adventure. It takes you to an active volcano where sacrifices can be answered with cash prizes. A safe distance away, you have a spring-loaded platform that you use to propel a chip into the fiery maw of Kashatoa. As it falls, the chip is kept from going straight into the fires by a series of outcroppings. If the chip falls into the center or into the two lose buckets, then it is burned into a blob of magma with a little puff of ash. However, if it falls to either side of the center, then you are awarded with cash prizes of one, two, five or thirty times your wager.

Kashatoa also has several available bonuses that help you win even larger prizes:

Chip splitter – When your chip falls into the chip splitter, it divides into two chips identical to the first. They continue to fall independently, thus doubling your chances of winning.
Bonus Trail splitter – On the sides of the volcano are two golden Bonus Trail splitters. These divide your chip into two of equal value, but one automatically falls into the Bonus Trail slot. Bonus Trail chips are multiplied by five times their value, and the amount is added to the pot. When you accumulate five chips in the Bonus Trail, you win the total value of the pot.
Reel Bonus – The Reel Bonus game is activated when a chip falls into the bonus slot. A reel spins and stops at a random multiplier.
Spin Bonus – The Spin Bonus game is like the Reel Bonus game, except a wheel spins instead of a reel. The bonus winnings range from a 2x multiplier to a 15x multiplier.

Online Keno

24 Apr 2012 23:45:23 GMT

Keno was invented about 1,000 years ago in China. Since that time, it has become one of the most popular casino games in the world. Today, you do not need to go to a traditional casino to play a few rounds. Instead, you can play keno online from the comfort of home.

The online keno game offered by Platinum Play and Royal Vegas casinos was developed by Microgaming, and it is both visually appealing and easy to play. Many players who are new to casinos avoid keno because it can be very daunting before you know the rules. However, the rules are surprisingly simple to learn, and you will catch on to how the game is played in no time.

Keno is like a cross between the lottery and bingo. Traditional keno games use a series of 80 numbered balls that are mixed up in a hopper. The online version uses a simple numbered grid comprised of eight rows with 10 numbers in each row. To play the game, you must first select the chip denomination you would like to use. You can choose from the following denominations: 1 credit, 2 credits, 5 credits and 10 credits.

Once you have selected your chip denomination, you place your chips on up to 15 different numbers by clicking on the grid. After you have made your choices, click the Play button to begin the game. The computer will then draw 20 balls from the hopper. As they are drawn, you will see them roll into the display tube below the grid. The numbers drawn will also be marked on the grid. When you hit a number, the ball and the partition background will change from yellow to orange.

The amount you win depends on how much you bet and how many numbers you played. The more numbers you match, the higher the payout you will receive. For example, if you choose two numbers and match both of them, then you will win nine times your wager. However, if you choose 15 numbers and match all of them, then you will win 10,000 times your wager.

Six-Shooter Looter

24 Apr 2012 23:45:22 GMT

Six-Shooter Looter is an exciting, interactive game from Microgaming. The Microgaming software system is used by online casinos throughout the world and is known for its wide variety of games. Six-Shooter Looter is in the category of instant win games, but it is much more than a standard scratch ticket. It plays like a board game, so you can have some fun on the way to winning big cash prizes.

Six-Shooter Looter has superb graphics and amusing sound effects, making the game enjoyable even if you walk away without a prize. In the game, you control the fate of a cowboy in the American Old West. You have to get the cowboy down the trail and to the bank where a x25,000 jackpot awaits. However, several dangerous obstacles stand in the way of the cowboy achieving his goal. Not only does he have to deal with hostile natives and runaway trains, but once he nears the bank, a dirty outlaw is waiting to put a few bullets in him.

Before you start the game, you must first decide on your wager. You can bet as little as 0.50 credits or as much as 10 credits per game. When you have decided on your bet, just click on the New Game button. The cowboy is now ready to roll. To know how many spaces he can move, you have to spin the chamber of a six-shooter. The cowboy then moves from one to six spaces, as per the roll, and you have a total of eight rolls to get the cowboy to the bank.

The path is made up of colored spaces: blue, red and gold. Blue spaces pose no threat, and they let the cowboy continue on his way to the bank. Red spaces adorned with steer skulls are danger areas. If you land on any of these, the cowboy meets his maker, ending the game. Gold spaces are winning multipliers. These spaces grow in value the closer you get to the bank, and to win, all you have to do is pass them. Once you pass them, the prize is yours to keep, even if you do not make it to the bank.

Super Bonus Bingo

24 Apr 2012 23:45:22 GMT

Super Bonus Bingo is now available for play at most Microgaming casinos. Microgaming is one of the most innovative online casino software companies operating today. The company supplies the games for over 120 casinos around the world, and they release new games on a continual basis. Super Bonus Bingo is one of those new games, and although it is called bingo, it bears little resemblance to a traditional bingo game.

Super Bonus Bingo is unique in that it does not use bingo cards. Instead, you choose two through ten numbers out of the total field of 80. When the game begins, 20 balls are pulled out of the hopper. You must then match your chosen numbers to the winning numbers. The number of matches you need to win depends on how many balls you have chosen. The amount you win increases when you match more numbers, but the exact amount also depends on how many balls you chose at the beginning of the game.

The minimum balls required to win and the payouts for each hit are as follows:

2 balls – 2 hits x16
3 balls – 2 hits x3, 3 hits x39
4 balls – 2 hits x1, 3 hits x12, 4 hits x62
5 balls – 2 hits x1, 3 hits x4, 4 hits x18, 5 hits x140
6 balls – 3 hits x3, 4 hits x13, 5 hits x25, 6 hits x500
7 balls – 3 hits x2, 4 hits x7, 5 hits x12, 6 hits x90, 7 hits x1,000
8 balls – 4 hits x5, 5 hits, x20, 6 hits x40, 7 hits x 160, 8 hits x2,000
9 balls – 4 hits x4, 5 hits x9, 6 hits x20, 7 hits x50, 8 hits x300, 9 hits x5,000
10 balls – 4 hits x3, 5 hits, x5, 6 hits x12, 7 hits x25, 8 hits x150, 9 hits x750, 10 hits x10,000

Super Bonus Bingo is the perfect game if you like bingo but despise having to go through each card and mark your numbers. Gameplay is fast, your numbers are automatically marked and your winnings are instantly tallied. The game also has a wide range of bet options starting at only 0.05 credits and going up to a maximum of 40 credits per play.

Three Wheeler

24 Apr 2012 23:45:21 GMT

Three Wheeler is, without a doubt, one of the most innovative games ever to be released to a casino. The inventor of Three Wheeler is none other than Microgaming, a software company responsible for providing the games available at over 120 online casinos. Although Microgaming is known for developing fun versions of traditional games, their real strength is in producing unique games, such as Three Wheeler.

Three Wheeler is like a dice game but without the dice. Instead, it uses three concentric circles that spin in opposing directions. The spin of the wheels is accompanied by crisp and clear sound effects that let you know the game is in progress. The design of the game is one of its strengths. The layout of the wheels with the shiny, green Spin button in the center is accentuated by the betting board that spans both sides.

Like casino dice, each wheel is numbered from one to six. When the wheels stop spinning, a three-number winning combination is established. You do not have to guess the combination to win. In fact, the exact order of the numbers is unimportant. Instead, you have several different types of bets you can make. The types of bets and their odds are as follows:

Single numbers – one wheel 2:1, two wheels 3:1, three wheels 13:1
Doubles – 12:1
Triples – specific 181:1, any 32:1
Totals – 7:1 to 63:1 depending on the specific total, small or big totals 2:1
Two-number combinations – 7:1

The sheer number of betting possibilities and the use of the wheels brings an element of roulette to what is basically a dice game. When you add the compelling graphics and sound effects, you get a combination that can grab your attention for hours on end. You have chips in values of 1, 5, 10, 20, 50 and 100 credits, but the maximum amount per bet is capped in order to protect the house. The cap varies by the type of bet, but it goes up to 150 credits on the combinations, which provides a maximum payout per bet of 1,050 credits.

Ballistic Bingo

7 Apr 2012 20:49:58 GMT

Ballistic Bingo has several major advantages over traditional bingo games. It is fast, fun and exciting. Sitting in a bingo parlor for hours on end as a monotonous voice calls out numbers is definitely not a thrilling way to spend an evening. With Ballistic Bingo, you do not even have to leave your home. You can listen to your favorite music or even watch television while you play.

Microgaming has packed Ballistic Bingo with some interesting features that differentiate it from traditional bingo. To start the game, you have to choose how much you want to bet. Then, you have to decide how many cards you would like to play. The possible bet amounts are 0.10, 0.20, 0.50, 1, 2, and 5 credits per card, and you can play from one to eight cards per game. This means that your total bet can range from 0.10 credits to 40.00 credits, which provides enough options to satisfy both the stingiest piker and the most carefree high roller.

Gameplay is simple. You have 15 numbers on each card, and you have to fill the card to win. The amount you win is based on how many balls it takes to fill the card. A total of 90 balls are available, and they are all drawn from the hopper. The balls are drawn quickly, but for those who want lightning fast gameplay, a turbo option exists to increase the speed of the draw.

Ballistic Bingo has 10 possible payout levels. The bottom payout is only a 0.5x multiplier, but you are allowed 84 balls to win. At 82 balls, you have reached even money. With only 80 balls, your money is doubled. If you can match all 15 numbers on a card in 40 balls or less, then you win the jackpot, which is a x5,000 multiplier. This makes the top jackpot of the game, when placing the maximum bet on eight cards, a whopping 200,000 credits.

Ballistic Bingo features sharp colors and crisp numerals, so you never have to strain your eyes. The sound effects of the game also add to its appeal.

Granny Prix

7 Apr 2012 20:49:57 GMT

Granny Prix is one of the most hilarious instant win games ever to be released by Microgaming. Microgaming is one of the world's premier online software developers, and they have expended a great deal of effort in expanding their offering of online scratch tickets. The company has made playing scratch tickets fun and exciting by introducing the latest animation and sound effects to the genre.

Although Granny Prix is in the style of a traditional scratch game, it is a very entertaining game that can hold your attention for several plays. The Granny Prix is a car race like none other because the drivers are all elderly grandmothers. A total of six grannies have entered the race, and each one has her own set of colors and odds of winning.

The Granny Prix ticket is a nine-panel matching game. You have to scratch the nine panels in the three-by-three grid to reveal the drivers hidden beneath. If you match three drivers anywhere on the ticket, then you are a winner. The prize you win is dependent upon the granny you match and how much you wagered before the game began. The six grannies in the Granny Prix and their values are as follows:

Red granny – x2 multiplier
Green granny – x3 multiplier
Blue granny – x5 multiplier
Purple granny – x12 multiplier
Yellow granny – x100 multiplier
Orange granny – x2,500 multiplier

Before you can start the Granny Prix, you have to place your wager. The minimum wager is 0.50 credits, but you can bet all the way up to 10 credits if you are feeling lucky. On a 10-credit bet, you can win from 20 credits to 25,000 credits, which is the jackpot prize.

Bingo Bonanza

7 Apr 2012 20:49:57 GMT

Bingo Bonanza is one of the most exciting online bingo games available today. It can be played at the Platinum Play and Royal Vegas online casinos. The game grabs your attention from the first moment you lay eyes on the pink card. The game's logo is at the top right, and it is incorporated into the ball hopper. Below the hopper is the prize indicator, which moves up as the balls are released. Bets on Bingo Bonanza start at 0.25 credits per card, but you can also place bets in the following amounts: 0.50 credits, 1.00 credits, 2.00 credits, 5.00 credits and 10.00 credits. You can play up to eight cards at a time by using the arrow buttons conveniently located at the bottom of the card. If you want to play the maximum of eight cards, you can choose this option with the dedicated Max Cards button. When you are ready to play, all you have to do is click the Play button. Clicking this button activates the hopper, which is accompanied by a heart-pounding electronic tune with a strong bass beat. The balls then begin to roll out of the hopper into a winding display tube at the top of the ticket. As the balls are released from the hopper, the numbers are automatically marked on your cards, and the prize indicator begins to move. The prizes diminish by how many balls are released before you hit a bingo. If it takes 60 balls to hit a bingo, you only make back your wager on that card. However, if you can get a bingo in 55 balls, then you win double your wager. Bingo Bonanza has a total of 11 prize levels, and you win the x10,000 jackpot when you match all five numbers in a horizontal line by the time the first seven balls are released. Bingo Bonanza also has an autoplay feature that allows you to play multiple games in a row with the same number of tickets and the same wager per ticket. This makes the game even more exciting because you are not distracted with setting it up between plays.

Dawn of the Bread

7 Apr 2012 20:49:57 GMT

Dawn of the Bread is the most original instant win game ever to be released by Microgaming. Microgaming has developed several new online scratch card games recently in an effort to revitalize their catalog and attract new players. Microgaming is the software platform of choice for more than 100 online casinos, and the company has built a reputation on offering players games that are innovative and unique.

Dawn of the Bread is the perfect example of one of Microgaming's unique instant win games. The game was released for Halloween, but they decided to keep it year round because it is so popular. The game is based on a zombie with a dream. However, that dream is to bake fresh bread. In order to achieve his dream, the zombie has opened his own bakery, and he can bake nine loaves of bread simulatneously in his oven.

Luckily for you, this zombie also likes to play games. If you want to play his game, then you have to eat all nine loaves of bread as they come out of the oven. By eating the bread, you will discover the secret ingredient hidden within each loaf. If three of the nine loaves of bread use the same secret ingredient, then the zombie baker will give you a prize. The amount of the prize is determined by the secret ingredient and by how much you are willing to stake on the bet. The six secret ingredients the zombie uses in his bread and their values are as follows:

Beetles – x2 multiplier
Grubs – x5 multiplier
Rats – x10 multiplier
Human teeth – x100 multiplier
Human hearts – x2,500 multiplier
Eyeballs – x10,000 multiplier

Before you can play the game, the zombie asks that you make a bet in an amount ranging from 0.50 credits to 10 credits. Once you have decided on your bet, you can click the New Card button to begin the game. To play, you can click on each loaf of bread to reveal the secret ingredients, or you can click the Reveal All button to save yourself some time. If you are a winner, then the zombie lets you know with a nerve-wrenching laugh.

Dragon's Fortune

7 Apr 2012 20:49:56 GMT

Dragon's Fortune is the perfect online instant win game for anyone who enjoys the folklore of the Far East. This game is not about the fire-breathing dragons of European origin but about the dragons from the mythology of ancient China. The particular dragon here is a beautifully rendered red dragon with a golden, flowing mane. The dragon is depicted flying high above a Chinese forest with majestic mountains in the background, and instead of breathing fire, the dragon in this game can spit valuable pearls.

The dragon in Dragon's Fortune tries to keep to himself, for the most part, but he has one weakness: He likes to make friendly wagers with humans. This dragon has devised an interesting game based on his unique talent for spitting pearls, and you are invited to play. At the start of the game, you must place your bet with the dragon. He takes bets that range from 0.50 credits to 10.00 credits. After that, gameplay may commence with the click of a button.

The dragon has eight different pearls in his repertoire. When you click the Play button, he begins spitting out pearls one at a time until he has released a total of six. The dragon spits the pearls at a horizontally placed gong, which produces a tone as each pearl strikes it. The pearls then bounce off the gong and into a wooden display. If two of the six pearls are identical, then you win a prize based on the color of the matching pearls and the amount of your wager.

The prize multipliers for the eight different pearls are as follows:

Yellow – x2
Silver – x3
Pink – x10
Purple – x100
Red – x250
Green – x1,000
Blue – x10,000
Gold – x20,000

Dragon's Fortune is fun to play, and it offers a wider range of payouts than the average online scratch ticket. Many online games only have six different payouts, and some of them start at a multiplier of one, which means you do not really win anything. In addition, many other scratch tickets have a top jackpot of 2,500 credits, whereas the top jackpot on Dragon's Fortune is an astonishing 200,000 credits.

Freezing Fuzzballs

7 Apr 2012 20:49:56 GMT

Freezing Fuzzballs is the new winter-themed instant win game from Microgaming. Microgaming has recently released several seasonal games as part of an ambitious overhaul of their online scratch ticket offerings. The popular casino software company already provides the games for over 120 online casinos, and they are dedicated to staying competitive in their field. Microgaming's new instant win games feature unique topics, humorous artwork and the latest in computer animation. Freezing Fuzzballs is set in the far north where the harsh winter lasts most of the year. This year, the area is experiencing weather more terrible than usual. The winds have picked up, and the temperatures have dropped considerably. In fact, it has gotten so cold that many of the native animals and some of the native people have become frozen in blocks of ice. It is up to you to release all the trapped animals and people from the blocks of ice. You can do so nine blocks at a time, and for helping out, the residents of the area are giving you a chance to win some big prizes. For instance, if you free three Eskimos from the nine blocks of ice, then you can win up to 25,000 credits. The game begins with a wager. You have to put up a stake that ranges from 0.50 credits to 10.00 credits. Once you make your bet, click on the New Card button to begin. On the left side of the ticket, you will see the six different types of animals that may be frozen in the ice blocks. A three-tiered ice shelf is on the right side, and each tier of the shelf holds three blocks of ice. You have to melt each block of ice by clicking on it to reveal the animal trapped inside. Alternately, you can click on the Reveal All button to melt all the ice blocks at once. If three identical animals are revealed, then you win a prize equal to that animal's value multiplied by your wager. The six different animals and their values are as follows: Penguin – x2 multiplier Fish – x3 multiplier Rodent – x5 multiplier Seal – x12 multiplier Polar bear – x100 multiplier Eskimo – x2,500 multiplier

Golden Ghouls

7 Apr 2012 20:49:56 GMT

Golden Ghouls is a Halloween-themed instant win game by Microgaming. Microgaming is a software developer for online casinos, and over 120 casinos around the world use the Microgaming software platform on their websites. In the past year, the company has put a lot of effort into developing their line of instant win games. This has resulted in several new games that incorporate the latest Flash animation and audio effects.

Golden Ghouls is a comical and entertaining online scratch ticket that features some of your favorite movie monsters in an unusual setting. The Golden Ghouls are much more than a group of monsters. They are a football team. Of course, they are the most ragtag football team ever to get on the field, but it is hard to complain about a team of monsters giving you money.

The Golden Ghouls instant win game is a traditional matching game. The scratch area is a three-by-three grid of nine boxes. If you reveal three identical monsters, then you win a prize. The amount of your prize varies by the monster you have matched and by how much you have wagered. The value of each monster on the Golden Ghouls team is as follows:

Werewolf – x1 multiplier
Dr. Jekyll/Mr. Hyde – x2 multiplier
Dracula – x4 multiplier
Hunchback – x10 multiplier
Frankenstein's Monster – x50 multiplier
Mummy – x250 multiplier

Before you can begin a game of Golden Ghouls, you are required to choose the amount of your wager. Stakes start at 0.50 credits, and they go up to a maximum of 10 credits. Once your bet is placed, click the Play Now button to begin. You then have a choice of scratching each of the nine boxes individually or scratching them all simultaneously by clicking the Reveal All button. If you made a 10-credit bet and revealed three mummies, then you win the jackpot of 2,500 credits.

Slam Funk

7 Apr 2012 20:49:55 GMT

Slam Funk is a unique and exciting online scratch ticket. You can win up to 2,500 credits each time you play, and the minimum bet starts at only 0.50 credits. Of course, you want to play for the money, but Slam Funk also has great entertainment value. The fun starts from the very first moment you see the ticket and realize its theme.

Slam Funk is a game about a basketball team comprised of 1970s disco dancers. Each of the six players sports one or more fashion trends from the era, and they are all drawn in a comical style that is sure to bring a smile to your face. The ticket's name is displayed at the top in a multicolored font that embodies the spirit of disco, and the name is set against a backdrop that is half mirrored disco ball and half basketball.

To play Slam Funk, you start by setting your wager with the convenient arrow buttons. Clicking the arrows increases or decreases the wager by one-credit increments from 0.50 credits to 10.00 credits. After you have decided on the amount of your wager, click on the New Card button to begin.

Slam Funk is a classic nine-panel scratch ticket. Hidden under each panel is a member of the Slam Funk team. You can scratch each panel individually with a click of your mouse, or you can get right down to business by utilizing the Reveal All button.

To win, you have to reveal three identical team members anywhere on the nine-panel grid. If you get a winning match, then the winning team member will go into a funny disco animation sequence that will have you laughing aloud.

The amount you can win is dependent on the Slam Funk team member you match and the amount of your wager. Each team member multiplies your wager according to the following schedule:

Green player – x1
Orange player – x2
Purple player – x4
Blue player – x10
Cheerleader – x50
Pink player – x250

Slam Funk is a classic scratch card with an original theme developed by the folks at Microgaming, and it is sure to keep you engaged for multiple plays.

Super Zeroes

7 Apr 2012 20:49:55 GMT

Super heroes have been popular in comic books for nearly a century, and they have recently been introduced to a completely new audience via several big Hollywood movies. Now, super heroes can help you win money in the new online scratch ticket by Microgaming called Super Zeroes. Microgaming has been expanding its offering of online instant win tickets, and they have made them more enjoyable by adding creative themes and Flash animation.

Super Zeroes follows a team of six unusual super heroes who are attempting to save the world. However, the super powers of these heroes are not quite on par with those of their peers. This causes them some trouble while attempting to save the world, but it provides you with a few good laughs at their expense.

Super Zeroes provides more than just laughs. You can also win up to 100,000 credits per play. The Super Zeroes game is a traditional scratch ticket matching game. You have a square scratch area partitioned into nine panels. Underneath each panel is one of the Super Zeroes. If you reveal the same character in three out of the nine panels, then you win a prize. The prizes are wager multipliers, so your wager limits your maximum prize. The bet range for Super Zeroes is 0.50 credits to 10.00 credits.

Members of the Super Zeroes and their wager multipliers are as follows:

Captain Burger – x2 multiplier
Chameleon Boy – x5 multiplier
Bubblegum Girl – x10 multiplier
Powercell – x100 multiplier
Uncredible Lump – x2,500 multiplier
Magginetik – x10,000 multiplier

To play Super Zeroes, all you have to do is decide upon a wager before clicking the New Card button. Your nine panels are now ready to be scratched. You can scratch them individually by clicking on each panel, or you can save yourself some time by clicking the Reveal All button.

Super Zeroes features colorful artwork and comical animation. However, the animation does not begin until you make a winning match. When you make a match, you get to see exactly how your matching hero's power works. This will put a smile on your face as your winning credits are added to your account.

Scratch Card

7 Apr 2012 20:49:54 GMT

If you enjoy the thrill of playing instant win tickets, one of the best games to play is Scratch Card. Scratch Card is a generic, no-frills instant win game that is available to play at some of the top online casinos operating today. It is perfect for beginners or for anyone who does not need all of the embellishments that come with most of the other games. Even though the game does not have a fancy theme or extravagant animation, it still has all the benefits that an online scratch ticket can offer. It is always available, can be played anywhere your Internet-connected computer can go and provides you with an opportunity to win big prizes.

Scratch Card is a basic, six-panel matching game. The card uses subdued colors and patterns, so you do not have to worry about eyestrain. The sound effects are also very basic and are there only to let you know that your actions have been registered. The only other sound effect is a soft series of bells that ring when you reveal a winning match.

The six scratch panels are located on the left side of the ticket, and the right side is used as a marking board to let you know how many matches you have at each prize level. Under each of the six scratch panels is one of six possible prize levels: 1x, 2x, 5x, 10x, 20x or 50x. The prizes are multipliers of your original wager. The wager amounts accepted by the game are 2 credits, 5 credits and 10 credits, which means that prizes range from 2 credits to 500 credits per play.

Choosing the amount of your wager is simple. All you have to do is press the plus or minus button to raise or lower the amount. When you are ready to play, click on the New Cards button. The scratch card is reset, and you can begin scratching. Unlike many other online scratch ticket games, you have to actually hold the mouse button down and simulate scratching the panels. However, Scratch Card allows you to scratch all six panels simultaneously with the Show Cards button.

Offside and Seek

25 Mar 2012 18:27:16 GMT

Offside and Seek is a football-themed instant win scratch card from Microgaming, a leading software developer for the online gaming industry. Microgaming has started to put a lot of its effort into new and exciting games. Among them is their series of classic virtual scratch ticket games. Offside and Seek gives you an experience similar to that of buying a scratch card from your local lottery shop. However, this game puts to use some fun graphics and sound effects to make winning cash prizes even more enjoyable.

Each Offside and Seek card gives you two chances to win. The two games play independently of each other, so if you do not win one game, you have a second chance before you have to move on to a new play. You start the game by choosing an amount for your wager. The minimum stakes are 0.50 credits per play, but they go up by increments of one credit to a maximum of 10 credits.

When you have chosen an amount for your wager, just click on the New Card button to begin playing. The first game is a match 3 game. You have six panels to scratch, and behind each panel is a football player. Each of the 12 possible players that can be revealed is worth a different prize amount. The lowest amount is a x1 multiplier, but if you match three jackpot players, you will win a payout equal to 10,000 times your wager.

The second game requires you to score a goal to win. The prize awarded for scoring a goal can be revealed by scratching the box below the video panel. Prizes range from a x0.20 multiplier to a x100 multiplier. To play, all you have to do is click the video panel. It looks as if you will miss every shot because of your angle, but at the last second, your teammate may rush in and deflect the ball into the goal with his head.

Offside and Seek is highly recommended for all footballers. The game provides a few laughs and plenty of chances to win significant prizes. Gameplay is seamless, but if you think it is too slow, you can speed up the action with a single click.

Turtley Awesome

25 Mar 2012 18:27:16 GMT

Instant win scratch card games are appearing all over the Internet, but some are undeniably better than others. One of the most impressive games available on the Web is Turtley Awesome. This online game of chance was developed by Microgaming, and it lives up to the popular software company’s standards. If you’re looking for a new addiction, Turtley Awesome may be the answer.

The premise of this lottery-style game is simple. The scene that appears on the game screen is a beach where 12 turtles surf the water on tiny boards. Before play begins, you make a wager ranging from $0.50 to $10. After your bet is placed, you click on nine turtles to reveal various prize multipliers. Matching three prizes results in a win. If you want to reveal all prize values at once, you have the option of letting the game choose randomly.

One of the perks of this game is the payout. There are six prize multipliers ranging from 2x to 2500x. The amount you win depends on your wager. A higher stake pays more, but you can still win a significant jackpot by placing the smallest bet allowed. The highest jackpot on Turtley Awesome is $25,000. This is a substantial prize when it comes to instant win scratch tickets.

The visuals of this game are simplistic and appealing. Uncomplicated graphics and easy maneuvering make this a game that any gambling fan will enjoy. With just a few clicks, you are instantly involved in a classic battle of luck. The bright colors and fun setting are amusing enough to hold anyone's attention. Playing Turtley Awesome is a great way to find your inner child while taking part in adult fun.

Turtley Awesome is available at a number of online casinos offering instant play games. You can play through your browser without having to endure a complicated downloading process. This is another benefit that many online gamblers will appreciate. Instant win scratch cards are all about immediate gratification, and this fast-paced version delivers satisfaction whether you win or lose.

The potential for sizeable winnings adds to the enjoyment of this online lottery game. You can play for real or fake money, which means there is no risk involved for those who prefer to play it safe. If you’re looking for an easy and entertaining instant win scratch card game, Turtley Awesome is for you.

Killer Clubs

25 Mar 2012 18:27:15 GMT

Killer Clubs is another big win for the people at Microgaming. Microgaming is a leading software developer for online casinos, and many of the company's games have become big hits because of their originality and presentation. Microgaming has been on a mission to break out of the habit of introducing the same old games in new skins year after year. They have, instead, put their creative department to work developing unique, new games. Killer Clubs is a result of this effort.

Killer Clubs is not just a unique card game. The game is brought to life by some amazingly realistic graphics and sound effects. All of the different aspects of the game come together in a perfect combination, making it both sensorially stimulating and actively interesting. The game not only holds your attention, but it allows you to enjoy the experience of playing.

Killer Clubs is played on a green, felt-topped table. The center is the active playing area, and the sides have slots to display cards as they are used. This is one card game where the casino does not mind you counting the cards as they are played.

The object of the game is simple. You are dealt one card at a time until you are dealt a "killer" club. Any club-suited card ends the play and causes you to lose your initial stakes. With each card that is dealt, the prize gets higher. The first card pays out at a 1.3x multiplier. The maximum payout is on the 20th card, which provides you a nice 1,740x jackpot multiplier.

Before the game begins, you decide how much you want to bet. The minimum bet is 0.50 credits, and the maximum bet is 100 credits. After you establish your bet, a single deck of 52 cards is shuffled and placed in the shoe. When you are ready, click the deal button, and a single card is drawn from the shoe. If it is not a club, then you win. After each win, you can collect your winnings and start a new game, or you can continue with another card. After only four cards, your winnings are already at an impressive 3.1x multiplier. However, you may want to keep going until you get into some seriously big money.

Killer Clubs is one of those games that grab your attention from the very beginning, and it is a refreshing break from playing the same old card games every day.

Whack-A-Jackpot

25 Mar 2012 18:27:15 GMT

Whack-A-Jackpot is one of the few online casino games that give you a chance to relive your childhood and win money at the same time. This game was recently released by Microgaming, the developer of some of the best-reviewed online casino games in the world. Microgaming has been trying to get away from boring scratch card games by making games that are more interactive and that give players a little choice in the gameplay.

Whack-A-Jackpot is Microgaming's version of the arcade classic Whac-A-Mole. In this digital adaptation, funny-faced moles, that look more like beavers, pop out of the ground wearing miners' helmets. This must protect them when you whack them on the head with your wooden mallet. Each time you whack one of the moles with your mallet, a prize multiplier or a strike is revealed. The object of the game is to match three like prize amounts before you collect three strikes.

Unlike the original game, you do not have to whack each mole that pops its head out of a hole. You can choose which ones you want to hit. This is where you have some control over how each game is played. However, the game is established with only 16 different moles, which is one for each hole. Each mole has a predetermined value or a strike. If you prefer not to play out the game, you can hit the Reveal All button. Each mole's value will then be displayed, and you will instantly know how much you have won. Of course, this is not the most entertaining way to play Whack-A-Jackpot, but it is the most expeditious.

To start a game of Whack-A-Jackpot, you have to choose how much you would like to wager. Bets start at 0.50 credits and go upward by one-credit increments to a maximum of 10 credits. You can win one of 15 prize amounts when you play. Prizes start at a 1x multiplier and go up from there. The six top prize payouts are 100x, 250x, 500x, 1,000x, 5,000x and 10,000x.

The fun of Whack-A-Jackpot comes from its brilliant animation and entertaining audio. The sounds keep you focused on playing the game, and they raise the excitement level. After a while, you find yourself wanting to hit the moles with your mallet just to see their funny faces and hear the sounds of them getting whacked. Winning money is almost a secondary feature to the enjoyment you will experience while playing the game.

Foamy Fortunes

25 Mar 2012 18:27:15 GMT

If you’re looking for a fun and entertaining online casino game, test your luck with Foamy Fortunes. This instant win game is a computer-generated replica of the conventional scratch card version but without the mess. It was developed by Microgaming which is a highly regarded online casino game software producer. The various unique features of this game make it a winner for any Internet gambler.

Foamy Fortunes is based around a bathtub theme. Floating bubbles appear on the screen, and your job is to pop them. Clicking on a bubble makes it burst open. Once a bubble is popped, its content is revealed. Under each bubble is either a numeric value or rubber duck. The values revealed are multipliers of varying amounts. A match of three values is a winning card, but revealing three ducks results in a loss for that round.

You begin the game by choosing a wager. The amount is up to you, but you cannot bet more than $10. This is one of the benefits of the game. You can place a low bet and not worry about potential losses. After you select your wager, your card appears on the screen. The payout is based on your initial wager multiplied by the values revealed. By making the biggest wager, you can win a grand prize of $100,000.

The jackpot is one of the best perks of this game. Big winnings are possible without big stakes. This concept makes Foamy Fortunes addicting as well as entertaining. Some online casinos also offer cash bonuses for players who sign up for real money accounts. Because the graphics in the game are unfussy, virtually anyone can play it. Foamy Fortunes allows you to experience the childlike fun and involvement that many other casino games lack. If you like thrilling speed rounds, you can try to beat the clock by clicking all the bubbles in time. You can also reveal all the multipliers at once.

Foamy Fortunes is a creative interpretation of a classic favorite. Other online scratch card games may be similar, but many can not generate the nostalgic feelings that this one does. It’s fast and easy to play, which means you can get a quick fix at any point in your hectic day. You can play the game on any licensed Microgaming casino website. Give Foamy Fortunes a try, and you will quickly become hooked.

Card Climber

25 Mar 2012 18:27:14 GMT

Card Climber is one of the most exciting games to come to online casinos in a long time. The game was developed by Microgaming, creators of one of the most respected casino software platforms in Europe. Microgaming is known for their unique slots and colorful table games, but they really outdid themselves with Card Climber. This game is not as flashy as some of their other offerings are, but the lack of pizzazz is compensated by the thrilling gameplay.

Anyone familiar with the old American game show Card Sharks will recognize Microgaming's Card Climber. The game is a version of hi/lo, but you have to complete a chain of five cards to win. In addition, Card Climber uses a five-level system, so you can continue to grow your winnings up to the 10,000x multiplier jackpot.

Card climber starts with a base card dealt face-up and a series of five cards dealt face-down. After you set your initial bet, which can range from 0.10 credits to 100 credits, your cards are dealt. You have to choose whether the first face-down card is higher or lower than the base card. If you guess correctly, you have to guess whether the next card is higher or lower than the card before it. This continues until you have guessed all five cards correctly.

When you complete a level, you have to choose if you want to take your payout, ending the game, or move on to the next level. However, you have to choose wisely because this is an all-or-nothing game. If you make a mistake on the next level, then you lose your winnings from the previous levels.

The prizes you can win go up with each level. For completing and stopping at the end of the first level, you are awarded a 5x multiplier payout. If you go on to complete the second level, the prize grows to a 33x multiplier. At the end of the third level, the prize is a 197x multiplier, and for completing the fourth level, which is the last of the regular levels, you win a 1,177x multiplier prize. The fifth level is the Bonus Game. When you complete the Bonus Game level, you are randomly awarded one of ten jackpots that start at a 3,000x multiplier and range upward to the 10,000x top prize.

Card Climber is so fun that you will not be able to play just once. Before you begin, make sure you have ample time to devote to this attention-grabbing game.

Game, Set and Scratch

25 Mar 2012 18:27:14 GMT

Game, Set & Scratch is the latest sports-themed instant win card from Microgaming, one of the most prominent online casino software companies in the world. In recent years, Microgaming has focused on new and innovative products, but they have also been releasing several sports-oriented scratch games for those who are looking for a quick diversion from the usual table games and slots.

Game, Set & Scratch has a tennis theme, and the ticket follows the standard Microgaming format that includes a match 3 game on the left half of the ticket and a single-click video game on the right half. The match 3 game gives you a chance to win the big money, while the video game only provides a little booster. The game has a minimum wager of 0.50 credits, so you can try your luck without much of a risk. However, if you feel your luck is with you, the game allows you to wager up to 10 credits per play.

The matching game gives you six scratch panels, and under each panel is one out of 12 possible tennis players. Each tennis player is assigned a value that ranges from a x1 multiplier to a x10,000 multiplier, which is the top prize in the game. If you reveal three images of the same player, then you win a prize equal to the value of the player multiplied by your original wager.

The second game is a single-click game with a variable prize that can be revealed by clicking on the prize box. The object of the game is to complete a volley without hitting the ball outside the foul line. If you complete the volley, then you win the prize revealed in the prize box. If you hit the ball out of bounds, then the game ends.

Game, Set & Scratch could have been a real dud, but Microgaming has made it enjoyable by injecting some innocent humor. The characters are somewhat androgynous, and their faces are comically animated. The video game is also funny because it is focused on the oddly faced line judge whose eyes follow the tennis ball as it is hit across the net.

Hairy Fairies

25 Mar 2012 18:27:13 GMT

Hairy Fairies is a relatively straightforward scratch card game that gives players the opportunity to stake their chances on the hidden treasures of nine hairy, fluttering fairies. The game graphics are fun and light-hearted. The background of the scratch card is comprised of a poorly-kept yard, complete with beer cans and a pizza box. The background is a bit dim and can be difficult to see during play.

At the beginning of each game, players can choose to stake between 50 cents and 10 dollars on each scratch card. A fun beer can graphic serves for the Stake, New Card and Win areas of the screen. After adjusting their stake, players simply press the New Card can and begin play. The New Card and Stake cans feature animations to indicate that they are available for players to use. When players press New Card, the can's tab opens to indicate that game play has begun.

Players are prompted to select nine out of 12 floating fairies. Each fairy reveals a win amount when clicked. In order to win, players must match three win amounts. All winnings show up at the bottom of the screen on the Win can. Players who do not wish to individually select fairies can select the Reveal All option, located on the New Card can. Nine fairies are selected at random. The prize amounts connected to the fairies are revealed simultaneously, making for ultra-quick game play. Though the Reveal All option makes game play quicker, players who use it will miss out on the fun of picking their own floating fairies.

When clicked, each fairy agitates his wand, releasing a shower of sparks and revealing his win amount. The fairies boast fun expressions and mannerisms. Clicking on the hairy fairies is truly the best part of the game. Each fairy brightens up a bit when selected, allowing the player to clearly see which fairy he or she has picked. Some fairies produce sound effects when clicked. Matches and wins also trigger sound effects. Overall, Hairy Fairies provides fast and fun game play that anyone can enjoy. Adjustable stakes make the game ideal for players on a budget.

Wheel of Riches

25 Mar 2012 18:27:13 GMT

Wheel of Riches is the colorful online roulette game from Microgaming. Microgaming is the developer of one of the most popular online casino software platforms in use today, and the reason for their popularity is no mystery. The online casino games produced by Microgaming are fun, exciting and have great payouts.

The Wheel of Riches wheel is numbered from 0 to 36, but with the Spins slot and Bonus slot, the wheel has a total of 39 segments. As per traditional roulette, the zero is green, but the two bonus segments are black. Instead of only black and red, the wheel uses four colors for the whole numbers: red, yellow, aqua and magenta. The colorful combination not only keeps your attention, but it provides you with additional betting possibilities.

You are given a wide range of different chips to use for betting. They start at only 0.10 credits, and they go all the way up to 100 credits. The maximum bet is also very high. You can bet up to 100 credits on a single number, 200 on a line and 400 on corners. On 2:1 odds, you can bet up to 800 credits, and you can bet up to 600 credits on 3:1 and 4:1 odds. The top payout in the game, before bonuses, is 3,600 credits.

If you make any mistakes, the game has a convenient Undo button. Pushing the button takes back the last chip you placed, but if you change your mind again, you can just click the Redo button to go back to how it was. The total of your bets is displayed on the bottom left of the betting table. When you win, your total winnings for that spin are displayed on the top left.

Once you have completed your bets, all you have to do is click the big, round Spin button. Unlike traditional roulette, you do not have to wait forever for the wheel to stop spinning. The spinning stops in about eight seconds. When the wheel stops, your winnings are immediately tallied, the betting table is cleared and you are ready for the next round.

Wheel of Riches includes two bonus games. When the wheel stops on Spins, the Free Spins bonus game is activated. This gives you a chance of winning on up to five spins with the same bets instead of only one spin. When you land on the Bonus segment, the Multiplier bonus game is activated, which gives you an extra multiplier on your total bet value.

Six-Shooter Looter

25 Mar 2012 18:27:12 GMT

Microgaming has done it again with the latest edition of its classic scratch card game Six-Shooter Looter. Six-Shooter Looter Gold offers players higher top prizes, updated graphics and new audio to make the game more entertaining than ever. Microgaming puts out one of the top online casino software systems in the world, and they have recently been upgrading some of their best games. Many players have already expressed their elation with these new versions, dubbed Gold versions, and this game will, no doubt, also be a big hit.

Six-Shooter Looter Gold is a very simple game to learn, and the new graphics make it easy to follow. You play a cowboy who just needs to get to the bank where he keeps all of his money. However, he must overcome several obstacles in order to make it. The Native Americans are friendly enough, but once past the village, the cowboy finds that a gorge is blocking his usual route. He must take another path, but he cannot get past the fence. He has to follow the railway to get around the fence and make it to the bank. When he gets to the bank, a bandit is waiting to gun him down. With a bit of luck, you can help the Cowboy navigate through the obstacles and overcome the bank robber to reach the x25,000 multiplier jackpot.

To play the game, you have to first choose your stakes. You can wager from 0.50 credits to 10 credits per play. To get to the bank, the cowboy has to follow the path. The path is composed of three types of spaces. The blue planks are safe zones and allow the cowboy to continue on his way. The red planks adorned with bull skulls mean instant death. The spaces marked with piles of gold coins award you with cash prizes just for passing over them.

To move the cowboy, you have eight spins on the six-shooter. The cowboy is then obliged to move from one to six spaces. If you can get him to the bank in eight spins or less, you win the jackpot. If you do not make it to the bank, you can still win one of the following multiplier prizes: x2, x5, x7, 15, x40, x1,000 or x10,000. To play a new game, all you have to do is place your bet and start spinning.

Space Evader

18 Mar 2012 13:44:10 GMT

Space Evader is one of the fabulously fun and interactive instant win games from Microgaming. Microgaming has made a big name for itself by creating an online software platform that hosts a wide selection of games beyond your typical table games and slots. Long ago, online instant games were little more than digital versions of scratch tickets, but Microgaming took the concept a step further by turning instant win tickets into online games that play like board games.

Space Evader is one of the most popular of Microgaming's interactive instant win games. It has a space alien theme that is well designed and has an array of sound effects to match. Gameplay is very simple, but the excitement generated belies its own simplicity.

Space Evader allows you take on the role of an alien space explorer. Unfortunately, the hero of the game wandered a bit too far from his ship, and a quake ripped open a large gorge in the surface of the planet. The alien has found a path that leads back to his ship, but the way is strewn with dangerous obstacles.

The path to the ship is made up of three different types of discs. The discs with blue dots are safe zones. These allow you to continue on your way. The red-dotted discs with the alien skulls and crossbones are danger zones. If you land on any of these discs, you will meet an untimely demise. The gold discs are prizes. You win the prize multiplier for landing on these discs or for just passing over them.

To move the alien along the path, you have to roll a randomly generated number from one to six. You have eight rolls to get the alien to his ship. If you do not make it in eight rolls, the ship falls into the gorge, and the game ends.

Space Evader is a fun and original game. The top jackpot is a generous 25,000x multiplier, but you can also win other prizes ranging from a 2x multiplier to a 10,000x multiplier. Stakes start at 0.50 credits and go up to 10 credits per play.

Triangulation

18 Mar 2012 13:44:09 GMT

Triangulation is a unique game that provides some refreshing relief from the usual video slots. It is almost set up in the format of a game show, and you get the distinct feeling that the game should have a live host. The design uses futuristic neon, and the accompanying sound effects fit right into the setting. However, when you get down to the meat and bones of the game, you can see that its basis is in slots. Triangulation is very fast, so even if you are down, it is possible to recover quickly.

Betting in Triangulation is in the range of 0.10 credits to 50 credits per play. All that is necessary for the game is to choose your wager and click the play button. The game board is a triangle that is composed of four rows of smaller triangles. The top is a single triangle, the second row has three, the third row has five and bottom row has seven, for a total of 16. The small triangles may be one of eight colors:

Silver – 0.1x
Purple – 0.2x
Blue – 0.8x
Pink – 1.2x
Green – 2.5x
Yellow – 4x
Orange – 5x
Red – 10x wild

The object of Triangulation is to get at least four adjacent triangles of the same color. The color multiplier is then multiplied by the number of matching triangles and the original bet to determine the payout. This means the highest regular payout comes from 16 red triangles, which would score you a multiplier of 160x. Betting the maximum will yield you 8,000 credits. However, the game does not stop on a winning combination. After your prize is tallied, the winning triangles are wiped off the board and replaced by a new set. This continues indefinitely until no winning match is made.

The bonus game on Triangulation is simple, but it can earn you some serious money, especially if you already have a match. When three bonus symbols appear, the Swap Out Bonus feature takes effect. This allows you to change the colors of any three triangles on the board. When you choose wisely, you can get a prize where you otherwise would not or increase an existing prize by adding adjacent triangles of the same color.

Samba Bingo

18 Mar 2012 13:44:09 GMT

Samba Bingo is based on the treasured musical and dance style that originated in Brazil. The samba is characterized by an upbeat tempo and a positive mood. It seems perfectly natural to combine this music with a game where you can win up to 100,000 credits that directly translate into real money. Samba Bingo fits perfectly into this theme because the game is fast and fun. To be sure, this is not your traditional bingo. Samba Bingo brings to life what was once boring and stodgy.

Samba Bingo lets you play up to four cards, and each card has three rows of five numbers, for a total of 15. The game uses 60 balls, and you can potentially draw up to 40 of them to use on your cards. In addition, Samba Bingo gives you an impressive 14 ways to hit a bingo. This is no one-line bingo game. Each bingo pattern has its own payout multiplier, and your total winnings are the product of your bet and the pattern multiplier. The multipliers start at 3x and range upward to 1,500x. The top jackpot, however, is 20,000x and is won by filling all 15 numbers on your card from the original 30-ball draw.

To begin a game of Samba Bingo, you must first choose how much you will wager for the play. Wagers start at just 0.10 credits per card, but if you are feeling lucky, you can choose the maximum bet of 5 credits per card. The game starts when you click the play button. Immediately after doing so, a whistle sounds, and then, the Samba music starts to play. As the samba audio continues, 30 balls roll in from the sides and drop from the top until they are all settled into the viewing area.

To speed up the game, Samba Bingo marks all of your matches for you and lets you know when you have won. You can see how much you have won on the bottom of each card. If you have a bingo pattern that is missing only one number, the game alerts you to it, and you can buy up to ten additional balls in order to complete the bingo.

Plunder the Sea

18 Mar 2012 13:44:09 GMT

Plunder the Sea is one of the classic online instant win cards on the Microgaming software platform. Microgaming is one of the most innovative developers of online casino software in the world, and they produce an impressive range of interactive games. The games created by the company are fresh and original. They also have great graphics and are easy to play.

Plunder the Sea has an oceanic theme that is based on sea life and sunken treasure. The card is divided into two games, both of which give you chances to win big prizes. The games are presented on a beautifully rendered virtual card that depicts an underwater scene complete with colorful coral and swimming jellyfish.

The first game features six sea creatures trapped inside opaque bubbles. You have to pop the bubbles to reveal what sea life is inside. If you match three of the same sea animal, then you win a prize according to the value of the animal. The different animals and their values are as follows:

Starfish – x1
Shrimp – x2
Stingray – x3
Octopus – x5
Turtle – x10
Sea snake – x20
Snail – x50
Barracuda – x100
Walrus – x1,000
Killer Whale – x2,500
Beta Fish – x5,000
Whale – x10,000

The second game consists of a treasure chest enclosed in a large, transparent bubble. Below the bubble is a prize box that can be scratched to reveal the value of the game. This game has a top value of 100 times your stake. To play the game, all you have to do is click the bubble to pop it. The chest will open, and if it contains a golden fish and jewels, then you win the prize. If it contains a fish skeleton, then you will have to try again on your next play.

To begin a game of Plunder the Sea, you first have to choose an amount ranging from 0.50 credits to 10 credits for your wager. Next, simply click the New Card button to refresh the game. To continue, you can pop each bubble manually by clicking on it, or you can let the computer do it by clicking the Reveal All button.

Pharaoh Bingo

18 Mar 2012 13:44:08 GMT

Pharaoh Bingo is a video casino game that brings you into the fabulously rich world of the Ancient Egyptian god-kings. This theme alone is enough to make you feel like your own treasures are on the way, and they very well may be when you play this fast-paced game. The top payout on Pharaoh Bingo is an incredible 100,000 credits, and you do not have to fall asleep through a long boring traditional game of bingo to win.

Pharaoh Bingo is a 60-ball game that allows you to play up to four cards at once. You can wager as little as 0.10 credits per card, or as much as 10 credits per card. With four cards and 14 winning payout patterns, you have a good chance of reaping in some extra money. In addition, you can win multiple times on a single card during the same play. As long the patterns are completely separate from each other, both will provide a payout.

Each card only has 15 numbers on it, and they are arranged in a grid of three vertical numbers to five horizontal. The payout pattern with the lowest value is a single horizontal line, and it pays at a 3x multiple. The next highest pays at an 8x multiple. From there, the money only goes up, and the other patterns pay at 100x, 200x, 300x, 500x, 750x, 1,500x and 10,000x multiples.

Gameplay starts after you choose your wager and click the play button. A gong rings and 30 golden balls fall down either side of Tutankhamen’s ornate burial mask. The balls line up along the bottom and begin to stack up in an oval around the mask. These are the chosen balls for the game. They come all at once, so you don’t have to wait for each one. Your cards are then automatically marked and your bingos are revealed, tallied and added to your credit balance. However, the game may not yet be at an end. If you are only one number away from a bingo, you have the option of buying another ball. You can continue buying up to a maximum of ten extra balls.

Instant Win Card Selector

18 Mar 2012 13:44:08 GMT

The Instant Win Card Selector is not actually an instant win game, but it is rather a nice little utility to help you choose and play from a selection of several instant win games. This utility is very refreshing because it can be so boring playing the same instant game over and over again, especially if it has already paid out handsomely. With the Instant Win Card Selector, you have no need to go through the hassle of ending one game, going back through the casino menus and waiting for a new game to load. This utility organizes twelve games, making them easy to select, and they load right away. It also has a slick graphical user interface that is very simple to control.

The Instant Win Card Selector stores 12 of the most popular instant win games. The full roster is as follows:

Big Break – This fun game sports monkeys on surfboards.
Bill and Ted’s Bogus Journey – Now, the popular 1990s Keanu Reeves movie gives you chances to win real money.
Cashapillar – Cashapillar and his garden friends have prizes waiting for you.
Dawn of the Bread – Zombies are not so bad when they are baking bread and giving away cash.
Freezing Fuzzballs – Furry arctic critters like to play games, too.
Golden Ghouls – Monsters are scary, except when they are awarding big prizes.
Granny Prix – Bet on your favorite grandmothers to win the go-cart races.
Halloweenies – Ghosts come out on Halloween to play games with cash prizes.
Mumbai Magic – The singing and dancing sensations of Bollywood provide chances to win.
Slam Funk – This game is a unique basketball and disco mash-up.
Super Zeroes – The powers of these superheroes is questionable, but their ability to make you a winner is not.
Wild Champions – Anyone can bet on the animal Olympics.

The whole purpose of the Instant Win Card Selector is to make video scratch games more realistic. You choose games out of virtual dispensers and scratch them right on the table. You can choose multiple games, and the cards are withdrawn from the dispensers and put in a stack. You can then play them in the order chosen, or you can shuffle them into a random order.

Electro Bingo

18 Mar 2012 13:44:08 GMT

Electro Bingo is either an ultramodern, futuristic version of the age-old game we all know and love or a throwback to the world of 1970s disco. It is up to you to decide. The game is filled with single-tube neon signs, and it uses glowing, green bingo balls that practically jump from the screen. This flashy design helps to make the game much more exciting than the standard parlor version.

Electro Bingo allows you to play from one to four cards per game, and you can bet from 0.10 credits to 5 credits per card. This means you can play casually and test the game for only 0.10 credits, and when you are really feeling lucky, you can raise the stakes to 20 credits. When playing at the maximum bet, the top jackpot is a very generous 100,000 credits.

Gameplay is easy to learn on Electro Bingo. Your cards each have 15 numbers in three rows of five, and the game has a total of 60 numbered balls. After you decide how many cards you will play and the amount of your wager, you click the play button. This activates the hopper, and it releases 30 balls into the neon viewing area at the bottom of the screen. Once the balls drop, the game goes through your cards and tabulates any matches. If any matches have been made, they are immediately added to your balance.

To make Electro Bingo more exciting, the game offers you a second chance when you are only one number from making a match. When this happens, you are alerted to the match, and given the option of buying an extra ball. You can buy up to 10 extra balls before the game comes to an end.

Electro Bingo makes it easy to win with 14 different payout patterns. In addition, you can win multiple times per game on a single card as long as the patterns do not intersect with each other. The payout per pattern starts with a three times multiplier, and it goes all the way up to a 20,000 times multiplier for matching all numbers on a card with the first 30 balls.

Big Break

18 Mar 2012 13:44:07 GMT

If you are like most people, the first thing you think about when you see surfing monkeys and apes is winning big money at the casino. While that statement may not be totally true, it does hold up if you are playing the Big Break instant win game. This scratch card from Microgaming is based on the popular virtual slot machine of the same name. So many players fell in love with those surfing primates, it was decided they deserve a second game.

The Big Break instant win game is a nine-panel scratch card. The scratch area is on the right side of the card, and the winning symbols are on the left. Of course, the winning symbols are none other than those beloved surfing monkeys and apes. They are pictured on the beach with their surfboards just before they go out to hit the waves. To win, all you have to do is match three of the same character anywhere on the three-by-three grid. Your prize for winning is determined by the character according to the following schedule:

Baboon – 2x multiplier
Orangutan – 5x multiplier
Chimpanzee – 10x multiplier
Lemur – 100x multiplier
Gorilla – 2,500x multiplier

In addition to the five characters, a grand prize symbol is also available. If you match three tins of Munky Wax, you are rewarded with an amazing 10,000x multiplier jackpot. Bets start at only 0.50 credits per play, but this can be increased to 10 credits per play. If you hit the jackpot at the minimum wager, you still win 5,000 credits, and if you place the maximum bet, you make off with a whopping 100,000 credits. That’s enough cash to get anyone to become friends with surfing primates.

For an instant win game, the artwork and graphics on Big Break are excellent. The characters are funny, but they are in poses that display the excitement of riding a big wave, relaxing on calm waters and enjoying a tropical sunset. The game is also simple to play. You can scratch off one panel at a time, or you can scratch them all at once with the Reveal All button.

Crypt Crusade

18 Mar 2012 13:44:07 GMT

Crypt Crusade is an enjoyable instant win card game set in a creepy Egyptian crypt. The player is represented by an animated explorer, complete with safari hat and flashlight. The game can be started with a New Game button at the bottom of the screen. Players can stake between 50 cents and 10 dollars on each game. Once game play has started, the player hits the Spin button. The player is allowed eight spins during each game. Spins advance a player one to six spaces on the game card.

Fun graphics are the highlight of Crypt Crusade. The game card is laid out in a spiral fashion, with the animated explorer moving from space to space towards the center. At the center of the card is a treasure chest that allows the player to win 25,000 times his or her stake in the game. The game card is comprised of regular, light brown spaces, win spaces and spaces with gloomy grey skeletons. The explorer advances on the board according to how many spaces the spin wheel indicates.

When the explorer lands on a brown space, nothing happens. If the explorer lands on one of the win spaces, he or she is guaranteed to win. But if a player lands on a skeleton space, trouble is ahead. The space becomes a glowing red hole and the explorer is sucked in, ending game play. One of the best features of Crypt Crusade is that it isn't necessary to get to the end of the card in order to win. If a player hits a skeleton space, he or she can still collect for the highest win space on which the explorer landed. Naturally, the value of win spaces increases the farther along the spiral the player advances.

In regular mode, the animated explorer takes a leisurely stroll from space to space. This may be frustrating for those who like fast game play. Thankfully, a turbo mode features quick animations and fast-paced play. Fun sound effects accompany spins, explorer movement, wins and losses. The game card is bright and well-designed, making it both engaging and easy to understand.

Four by Four

11 Mar 2012 20:41:44 GMT

Four by Four is one of the more cheery slot games available on the Microgaming software platform. It uses a minimalist approach with bright, vibrant colors, which, largely, gives the game its fabulous aesthetic appeal. Unlike regular slots, Four by Four does not use reels. It uses a 16-square grid filled with symbols that are independently chosen at random. However, the game uses cascading graphics that cause old symbols to fall off the bottom and new symbols to enter from the top, which makes each row appear to be a reel.

As the name of the game suggests, the magic number is four. You have to match four like symbols, either horizontally or vertically, to win. The prize is determined by the type of symbol you match, and the payout is based on a multiplier of your wager for the play. Following are the available symbols and their multipliers:

Red X – 0.2x multiplier
Blue cross – 0.5x multiplier
Green diamond – 1x multiplier
Gold ring – 3x multiplier
Purple star – 5x multiplier, wild

Four by Four also has two scatter symbols: the nudge symbol and the free play symbol. These two symbols can appear atop any of the other regular symbols, and when four like scatter symbols are on the board at the same time, you receive a bonus. The nudge bonus gives you four nudges. Nudges are used to bump symbols in a payline left, right, up or down, allowing you to line up new matches. The free play bonus gives you four free plays, and on those plays, all wild symbols stay on the board unless they are used in a match.

Whenever you make a match, the symbols disappear from the board, and they are replaced by new symbols. This allows you to make several multiple matches on a single play. The play is not final until a full board has no matches.

Four by Four is a fast-paced game that is easy to play. You can spend hours on the game by playing the minimum bet of 0.10 credits, but if you want to really make it worth your time, you can bet all the way up to 50 credits per play.

Hexaline

11 Mar 2012 20:41:44 GMT

It can be argued if Hexaline is actually a slot game, but even though the format is unique, it uses the basic principles of all video slots: you match like symbols to win. The real distinction of Hexaline is that it breaks up the monotony of your standard slot games with a unique playing board, symbols and style of play.

The Hexaline board is comprised of 18 hexagonal symbols in five columns. Columns one, three and five have four symbols, while columns two and four have three symbols. Together, the hexagons interlink on the board. The symbols are of various colors, and the color determines the payout for matching combinations. Following are the available colors according to their value:

Purple – 0.10 credits
Green – 0.10 credits
Yellow – 0.30 credits
Red – 0.50 credits
Blue – 0.80 credits
Pink and white wild symbol – 1.50 credits

Hexaline is made for the casual gamer and the high roller alike. The minimum bet is only 0.10 credits, and the maximum goes all the way up to 50 credits. When you start the game, the hex board is empty, but it is quickly filled by hexes that drop into place randomly from above. To win, you have to match the same color from the left column to the right column, and any matching colors adjacent along the way are included. When a match is made, the symbols are zapped out of existence and replaced by new symbols that can lead to new winning matches. The play is over when the grid is filled with non-matching symbols. The final payout of each combination is determined by multiplying the color value with the number of matching symbols and the amount of the bet.

Hexaline also includes a fun bonus game. When three or more bonus symbols are displayed on the board, the Gold Trail game begins. In this game, you have to choose the appropriate hexes to make it from the left side of the grid to the right. You can attempt to zigzag along the way to pick up more hexes and more money, but if you cross over yourself, the bonus game ends.

Bubble Bonanza

11 Mar 2012 20:41:43 GMT

Bubble Bonanza is one of the all-new slot games produced by Microgaming for use on their distributed casino software platform. This game is part of Microgaming’s new series based on the seasons. Bubble Bonanza is a summer-themed game, but it has been released early to help get gamers in the mood for summer fun during the drab winter months.

The mascot of Bubble Bonanza is a big-eyed frog who sits in a pond among the lily pads. The payout board is on a wooden sign behind him, and to the right is the game board. The game board is a six-by-six grid featuring bright geometric figures trapped inside bubbles as the symbols. In Bubble Bonanza, all you have to do is match three or more like symbols horizontally or vertically. The symbols and their payouts are as follows:

Purple crescent – 0.10 credits
Blue star – 0.10 credits
Green triangle – 0.20 credits
Gold ring – 0.30 credits
Orange polyhedron – 0.40 credits
Red square – 0.50 credits

In Bubble Bonanza, you can set your stakes from 1 credit to 50 credits, which makes it a great game for high-rollers. After the stakes are set, the game begins with a push of the play button. Six bubbles rise from pond and settle into a line at the top. New bubbles then begin to rise randomly. Whenever a match is made, the bubbles pop and new bubbles rise to take their place. The play comes to an end when the grid is filled without any winning combinations.

In addition to the regular symbols, bonus bubbles may rise from the pond. When three bonus bubbles are on the board at the same time, the Bubble Cannon bonus game begins. The Bubble Cannon is just what the name implies. A bubble-spurting gun appears that is loaded with eight shots. You then get to fire the bubbles into open spaces on the grid to make matches. Any winning combinations made with the bubble gun are multiplied times 10. The only stipulation in the bonus game is that if a bonus bubble gets into the bottom row, the bonus round immediately ends.

Cashapillar Slot

11 Mar 2012 20:41:43 GMT

Cashapillar slot is one of the quirkiest slot games out there, but it is also one of the most enjoyable. The bright and vibrant colors make the game festive and celebratory, which turns out to be the whole point. The primary character and setting of Cashapillar slot is loosely based on Alice in Wonderland, as evidenced by the use of playing card symbols, but Cashapillar is joined by several other anthropomorphic friends, including bees, snails, beetles and ladybirds.

The story behind the game is that Cashapillar is turning 100 years old, so he has invited all of his garden friends over for a big party, and he has invited you over to join the festivities and win some money along the way. The game uses five horizontal reels with five symbols displayed on each reel. Winning opportunities are enormous because the game has an amazing 100 pay-lines, a wild symbol, a multiplier symbol and a scatter symbol.

Cashapillar gives you two coin options to make your bets: 0.01-credit coins and 0.02-credit coins. However, you can bet up to 10 coins per pay-line. That gives the game a minimum final bet of 1 credit and a maximum of 20 credits. To win, you need to match five symbols in any of the 100 pay-lines. During regular game-play, the top jackpot is 200 credits for five Cashapillars at the maximum bet. The second highest jackpot is 80 credits for five ladybirds, and the third highest is 60 credits for five snails.

The wild symbol is the Cashapillar, and up to five can appear in a row on any spin. It can act as any other symbol except the scatter symbol. The Cashapillar logo symbol is a wild multiplier. It doubles winnings, and multiple symbols on a line are cumulative. The scatter symbol is the birthday cake. When three or more cake symbols are displayed, you enter the Free Spins bonus game. In the bonus game, you are given 15 free spins at a three times multiplier. This is where the big money can be won. While playing Free Spins, it is possible to hit the top jackpot of 120,000 credits.

Halloweenies Slot

11 Mar 2012 20:41:42 GMT

Bright and engaging, the Halloweenies slot game can be played with an easy-to-install program on any PC. Mac users can enjoy the game from an Internet-based Flash platform. Some Mac users may be frustrated by the quick timeouts caused by the online platform. Playing continually ensures that there will be no need to reload the Flash page.

Halloweenies lets players take advantage of scatters by allowing the selection of up to 20 lines during the betting process. In addition, scatters pay out in any direction. Bright pink bunnies are eye-catching and make it easy to see when a scatter win is forthcoming. Players who love to maximize on their bets will appreciate that scatter wins are multiplied by all bets staked.

Glowing orange pumpkins represent a bonus win. Visually dynamic, the pumpkins make it easy to track a potential bonus win. Payouts aren't displayed clearly on the main screen, but can be easily accessed by clicking on a black-and-purple tombstone icon. The potential to win with scatters in any direction can lead to a quick increase in payout.

Players can choose to bet in increments from one cent to five cents. A clearly-labeled max bet button makes betting the maximum amount possible on every line quick and easy. All wins are multiplied by the coins staked on the winning line. Wins are always read from left to right. An on-screen user's guide break down the various wild card symbols and their payout values. It is easy to navigate to this screen and causes minimal disruption to overall play.

An expert mode of the game is available for experienced slots players. It boasts the same features as the original Halloweenies game, but adds an auto play option. A control screen allows players to choose how many spins the program will take. The average bet amount can also be adjusted from this screen.

All in all, Halloweenies provides for fun slot play. All text and graphics stand out against a dark background. Lines and bet amounts can be adjusted quickly and easily. The graphics are well-rendered and complement the slot game's Halloween theme.

Hand to Hand Combat

11 Mar 2012 20:41:42 GMT

If you love the martial arts and the thrill of winning big jackpots, the Hand to Hand Combat scratch card game is not one to miss. Instant win scratch cards are not always the most exciting type of video casino game that you can play, but this one is an exception to the rule. The game features a faceoff between yourself and a randomized virtual opponent. As you exchange steely glares, you both get into your stance and wait for the signal to begin. When the signal sounds, you and your opponent engage in a heated battle of classic rock, paper and scissors.

Hand to Hand Combat provides you with five chances to overtake your opponent and win a prize. That means, if luck is with you, then you can win five times in a single game. The game is set up with your five Chinese coins in a column on the left side, your opponent’s five coins on the right and a prize note between each. You begin by scratching off one coin on the top row and then the other. If you win the round, then you can scratch off the prize note to see what you have won. Alternately, you can reveal what is at stake before beginning the battle. If you do not win the first fight, you still have four more chances to prove yourself.

The game follows the classic rules of rock, paper and scissors:

Paper beats rock
Rock beats scissors
Scissors beat paper

Payouts are very basic in Hand to Hand Combat, but in no way does that mean they are insubstantial. The lowest payout is a 0.1 multiplier. From there, payouts rise to a 0.2 multiplier, a 0.5 multiplier and all the way up to a 20 times jackpot multiplier. The maximum bet on Hand to Hand Combat is 10 credits, so you have the potential to win 200 credits on each fight. If you are lucky enough and skilled enough, you can hit the jackpot on all five fights, which awards you with the maximum card payout of 1,000 credits.

Pick 'n' Switch

11 Mar 2012 20:41:41 GMT

Pick 'n' Switch is like having an instant lotto game in your own home that you can play as often as you like. Of course, this casino game has a few minor differences, but the mechanics are very similar. If you like ball games that are colorful and easy to play, then Pick 'n' Switch is going to be at the top of your list.

Pick 'n' Switch uses a system of colored balls that rise up randomly from a series of five tubes. You have to match all five balls to win. The color of the ball determines the payout according to the following schedule:

Blue – 2x multiplier
Red – 4x multiplier
Yellow – 10x multiplier
Green – 100x multiplier

Gameplay is rather simple. You choose your wager and press the play button. Five balls will be whisked up through the tubes. If your five balls do not match, you have no need to worry because the game is not over yet. After the initial draw, the play button turns into a draw button, and you get two more draws. On each draw, you can choose a color to hold, and all the balls of that same color will stay with you for the remainder of the play.

That means if you match three yellow balls on the first draw, you can hold them. You then have two more draws to get the other two yellow balls you need for a match. As long as you have a color held, you do not have to remember to hold matching balls that come up on the next draw. They will be held for you automatically, so you never have to be concerned about forgetting.

Bill & Ted's Bogus Journey

11 Mar 2012 20:41:44 GMT

Bill and Ted's Bogus Journey slot game provides fast-paced, visually engaging game play. Before game play begins, an animated introduction reviews the story of Bill and Ted's time-traveling phone booth. The phone booth provides the frame for the slot game, with the slot machine featuring rich graphics on a black background. Characters from the Bill and Ted movies are used as the icons during the game, adding an extra element of fun for fans. Funky '80s background music can be enjoyed throughout the duration of play or can be turned off.

The spins in Bill and Ted's Excellent Adventure are very quick, cutting down on suspense and allowing for fast-paced game play. All wins are read from left-to-right, including wins on diagonals. Character icons play a quick animation when a player hits a winning combination. The betting interface is relatively simple, allowing bets of up to $2 per line. A total bet icon allows players to review the total wager for each play. Bright guitar picks indicate the beginning and ending point of each winning combination. When a winning combination is hit, a quick highlight line shows players the combo they are being paid for.

When a player hits a scatter, they active the "Circuits of Time" feature. Serving as a bonus round, players are prompted to shoot planets in order to win spins. Players can use their keyboards to shoot planets or can elect to have Bill and Ted do so for them. A special guitar bonus provides an opportunity for players to multiply winning combinations. Players pluck out the notes to a guitar tune as they cross their screen. In an automated mode, Rufus will pluck out the song for a player.

For in-depth data about wins and payouts, players can access a separate pay table. While the graphics for the pay table are bold, they can be a bit overwhelming and difficult to read. The small pay table, which always floats on the right-hand side of the screen, is much easier to read and allow players to quickly review winning combos without taking a break from game play.

Space Evader Gold

9 Mar 2012 11:33:57 GMT

Space Evader Gold is a futuristic instant win game that is out of this world. If you like board games, science fiction and winning big money, this one is definitely for you. You get to take control of a green-skinned alien adventurer with big yellow eyes, a red antenna and a deadly ray gun. Unfortunately, this alien hero has crash-landed on a hostile world. The object of the game is to traverse the discs around the board, over a great chasm and to the spaceship, so you can get home safely.

Space Evader Gold is from Microgaming, one of the most popular video casino platforms in the world. It is based on an older version of the game, but it now has much better graphics, smoother game-play and higher jackpot prizes.

Since the game is based on multiples, you have to make a wager before you can start playing. The minimum wager is 0.50 credits, and the maximum is 10 credits. After you select your bet, the game can begin. You are given eight rolls to get the alien hero to the spaceship. Each roll forces you to move from one to six spaces. The spaceship, and the jackpot, is on space 47, but eight other prizes can be picked up along the way.

The board consists of four different types of discs that the alien hero must walk along to get to the spaceship. The first type of disc is a silver neutral space. It keeps you safe and allows you to spin again. The second type of disc is a colored warp crystal. When you land on this disc, you are immediately transported to the next disc of that color. If you land on a gold warp crystal, then you are transported to the spaceship, and you win the jackpot prize. The third type of disc is a prize disc. These golden discs award you a prize when you land on or pass over them. The last type of disc is a danger zone. It is marked with an alien-head skull and crossbones. If you land on this disc, the hero meets his demise, ending the game. Fortunately, you get to keep any prizes that have already been collected. The top jackpot on Space Evader Gold is 10,000 credits.

Lucky Numbers

9 Mar 2012 11:33:54 GMT

Microgaming’s Lucky Numbers instant win game is made for those who just want to sit back and play a well-designed scratch game without being subjected to a bunch of gaudy colors and alarming sound effects. The game also avoids using meaningless symbols. Instead, prize multipliers are the symbols, making gameplay simple and smooth. Lucky Numbers has a traditional Chinese theme. The playing areas are superimposed over a background of Chinese buildings adorned with lightly glowing lanterns. Along the bottom of the game are the control buttons and displays for betting and win totals.

The Lucky Numbers instant win ticket features two independent games for each play: Lucky Match and Lucky 8. The Lucky Match game consists of six prize circles to scratch. To win, all you have to do is match three identical prize multipliers. When you do so successfully, your winnings are displayed at the bottom of the game and added to the total win amount on the bottom of the card.

The Lucky 8 game consists of only one large, brass gong. When you hit the gong and reveal the number eight, you are a winner. Your prize is determined by scratching off the scroll beneath the gong. Like Lucky Match, your winning prize is shown just under the game, and it is added to the total at the bottom.

Both games on Lucky Numbers use a single bet that you make before you begin play. The minimum bet is 0.50 credits, but you can bet up to 10 credits in one-credit increments.

The game also has a wide range of payout multipliers, and most of them incorporate the number eight in one way or another. The grand prize payout in Lucky Match is a hefty 8,888x multiplier, which makes the top prize 88,888 credits. Unlike many other scratch games, the second prize also pays a considerable sum. It is a 6,868x multiplier. After that, the prizes get progressively lower, but remain significant. The next highest payouts are 888x, 686x, 168x, 88x, 28x, 18x, 8x, 6x, 2x and 1x. The top prize on the Lucky 8 game is an 88x multiplier.

Pharaoh's Gems

9 Mar 2012 11:33:53 GMT

Imagine you are an archaeologist of the early 20th century, and you have just been commissioned to explore newly discovered ruins in Egypt. You find a passageway leading deep underground that eventually opens into an untouched and unknown pharaoh’s tomb. You know that extraordinarily vast riches await you in the tomb, but this pharaoh was very clever. Before his death, he hid away all of his gold, gems and other treasures. Anyone who wishes to make off with the treasure can only do so by playing three games.

This is the premise of the Pharaoh’s Gems instant game, a three-in-one game that takes place in a newly discovered pharaoh’s tomb. For a chance at the pharaoh’s treasure, you must first place a wager. The more you wager, the higher the jackpot. Wagers start at only 0.10 credits.

The first game in Pharaoh’s Gems is the pharaoh’s chest. If you open the chest and find a jewel inside, then it is yours to keep. The jewel is valued at 500 times your wager.

In the second game, you must reveal the secret symbol in any of the three jars resting beneath it. The jars are all adorned with the golden burial masks of the pharaoh. To play, you must first reveal the secret symbol. Once the symbol is displayed, you can check inside the jars one at a time. If you find a symbol that matches the secret symbol, you win a jackpot equal to 2,000 times your bet.

The third game is the big one. This game uses a large bust of the pharaoh himself. However, the bust is hollow, and inside may be his greatest treasure. If you open the bust and find the treasure, your winnings jump by 5,000 times your original stakes.

It is possible to win more than one of the pharaoh’s games, and you have a chance of winning all three for the grand prize jackpot of 7,500 times your bet. If you bet only 5 credits, that would put your winnings at 37,500 credits.

The Pharaoh’s Gems instant win game is exciting, and the riches of Ancient Egypt are eloquently displayed. However, if you cannot wait to see what is inside, all you have to do is click the button to reveal all.

Premier Trotting

9 Mar 2012 11:33:50 GMT

Premier trotting is sure to catch the fancy of anyone who loves horseracing. However, this is not the type of horse racing with which most people are familiar. This game is based on harness racing, with jockeys driving from carts pulled by trotters. The sport has a loyal following, but rarely has a video casino game been based on it. premier trotting does an excellent job of representing all of the complexities of harness racing, but the betting types are rather limited.

At the start of the game, you have a chance to learn about the details of the race. You can view track conditions, get an overview of each of the eight horses running the race and read information on each jockey. Each horse also has individual odds that determine the winning payouts. Once you are satisfied with your knowledge, it is time to place your bets. You can place as many wagers as you like, each up to the maximum allowed. The types of bets are as follows:

Win – a bet on which horse will win the race
Place – a bet on a single horse to finish first, second or third
Forecast – a bet on one horse to finish first and another to finish second
Dual Forecast – a bet on two horses to finish first and second in either order

After your wagers are made, you can start the race. The race runs for just under three minutes, but it is very exciting to watch because of the quality of the graphics. At first, you notice that the game is all CGI, but after a few seconds, you start to forget and lose yourself in the race. If you are too impatient to wait for the race to end, you have the option to skip the video at any time and go directly to the results.

The winning payouts are all based on the odds of the horses. Each horse has separate win odds and place odds. Each pair of horses also has separate forecast and dual forecast odds. For example, if you bet 5 credits on a horse with 4/1 odds to win, then your payout will be 20 credits.

Premier Racing

1 Mar 2012 20:28:45 GMT

Premier Racing is sure to catch the fancy of anyone who loves horseracing. However, this is not the type of horse racing with which most people are familiar. This game is based on harness racing, with jockeys driving from carts pulled by trotters. The sport has a loyal following, but rarely has a video casino game been based on it. Premier Racing does an excellent job of representing all of the complexities of harness racing, but the betting types are rather limited.

Win – a bet on which horse will win the race
Place – a bet on a single horse to finish first, second or third
Forecast – a bet on one horse to finish first and another to finish second
Dual Forecast – a bet on two horses to finish first and second in either order

Mayan Bingo

1 Mar 2012 20:17:16 GMT

Just because the Mayans predict the end of civilization in 2012 does not mean it has to come without a chance of winning big at bingo. The new Mayan-themed video bingo game on the Microgaming platform is fun, easy on the eyes and offers a wide range of betting options. Games can be played for as little as 0.10 credits and for as much as 8 credits.

Mayan Bingo adds several unique twists that exponentially raise the excitement level experienced from traditional bingo. The best part about this online game is that there is no waiting as a caller slowly draws numbers one at a time. To start out, 30 balls fall from darkness down the steps of a Mayan pyramid and are immediately lined up at the base. The first 28 balls are yellow, and the last two are white.

The game automatically searches through your cards and marks each number that matches. If you hit any of the 14 winning bingo combinations, the pattern is highlighted on the card to show where you won. You are alerted to your win by a close-up shot of your card, and the total amount won is displayed on the bottom of the card. However, that is not the end of the game. If you are only one number away from a win, the Mayan drums start beating and your possible bingo is highlighted. You can then buy up to 10 additional balls in the hope of attaining a match.

With 14 different bingo combinations, Mayan Bingo offers players several different payout levels. The basic, single-line win pays out at 50 times your original wager. The top prize is a whopping 50,000 times your wager. To win the top prize, you have to match all 15 numbers on a single card with only the 28 yellow bingo balls.

Mayan Bingo is an entertaining game that combines the layout of bingo with the speed of a slot machine. The payouts are big, and with so many ways to win, you are always on your toes. It is a must-play game for those who love slots and bingo.

Germinator

1 Mar 2012 20:16:43 GMT

Germinator is one of the most amusing slots to come out in a long time. Just looking at the oddly shaped, funny-faced germs is enough to make you crack a smile, which only grows when those germs start giving you money. Germinator is not your traditional three-reel slot game. It uses a six-by-six grid for a total of 12 vertical and horizontal lines. Each of the 36 positions is filled randomly, so it works like a 36-reel slot machine.

After a spin, the game checks for winning combinations, and multipliers of the winning germ symbols are multiplied again by the amount of your bet. The best part of the game is that all paylines operate simultaneously, so you can win on multiple lines in a single spin. To win, all you have to do is match three like symbols consecutively on any of the lines.

To begin a game, you must decide how much you want to bet per line. Your line bet can range from 0.05 credits to 2 credits. Your total bet is multiplied by 12 because all lines are permanently enabled. This makes the actual bet range from 0.60 credits to 24 credits per spin.

Once you decide on your wager, just click the play button to spin the reels and reveal your matches. The maximum amount you can win per line is 10 times your line bet. Multipliers are determined by the color of the symbol:

Orange germs = 0.2x
Red germs = 0.6x
Blue germs = 1x
Green germs = 2x
Yellow germs = 10x

Germinator also features a scatter symbol bonus game. The scatter symbol is an antibiotic capsule. If three or more capsules appear on the reels, the Medi Bonus feature is activated after any regular payout. The Medi Bonus game allows you to eliminate any single germ strain on the reels. Just click on one of them and all other germs of the same color are killed, disappearing off the grid. The symbols then shift to fill the gaps, possibly creating new winning combinations that pay out at the same rate as your original line bet. If three scatter symbols remain on the reels, the Medi Bonus is activated again before the next spin.

Enchanted Woods

1 Mar 2012 20:15:57 GMT

Enchanted Woods slots is one of the simplest video slot games in the world, but it is sure to be your favorite if you enjoy a theme based on high fantasy. The artwork of the symbols and the surroundings is colorful and captivating. The game was produced by Microgaming and runs on their popular software platform. What makes Enchanted Woods distinctive in this age of complex video slots is that it is a five-reel game with only one payline. Even though this may seem boring, Enchanted Woods has several unique features that keep the game exciting.

Enchanted Woods allows you one of the widest bet ranges of any video slot game. The minimum bet is only 0.10 credits, and you can go all the way up to 100 credits per spin. The game is reported to have a 96.4 percent average return to players, and the maximum jackpot is a whopping 50,000 credits.

Eight regular symbols adorn the reels of Enchanted Woods. From highest value to least, those symbols are as follows: Fairy of Night, Fairy of Light, Fairy of Destiny, Leprechaun, Fairy of Wizdom, Fairy of Fate, Enchanted Toadstool and Demon. To receive a payout, you must match three, four or five symbols, and regular payouts range from 1 credit to 70 credits. In addition to the regular symbols is Pink Fairy. Pink Fairy is a wild symbol that is on the second and fourth reels.

The final symbol is Bonus Toad, which is the game’s scatter symbol. One or two Bonus Toads provide a bonus multiplier for any wins on the line. Three Bonus Toads activate the Pick a Toad bonus game. In this bonus game, you choose Toads that award you with random prizes. All the prizes you win in Pick a Toad are combined and added to your total before you are returned to the regular game.

The final unique element of Enchanted Woods slots is the hold feature. This feature is borrowed from draw poker. The game allows you two spins per play. After the first spin, you can choose reels to hold, and the remaining reels can be spun again to make a match.

Crypt Crusade Gold

1 Mar 2012 20:15:21 GMT

The name of the game in Crypt Crusade Gold is adventure. This instant win game is amazingly fun to play. Unlike other instant win games where you just scratch off symbols or click a button, you get to play a character. Crypt Crusade Gold is played like a classic board game. You are an adventurer exploring a crypt filled with traps and gold. If you can manage to avoid the pitfalls without running out of steam, you will eventually reach the jackpot treasure. Along the way, you will pick up winnings that keep on growing the closer you get to the big treasure chest in the center.

Crypt Crusade Gold is actually a new version of the older Crypt Crusade from Microgaming. This game was so popular that Microgaming decided it needed to be revamped with new and improved graphics and upgraded with prizes that are more generous.

Even though the game is very exciting, it is extremely simple to play. Crypt Crusade Gold does not have set prize amounts. Instead, it uses multiples, so you have to begin by placing a wager. The minimum bet is 0.50 credits and ranges up to 10 credits. Once you have selected your bet, the game is played by spinning the needle of a compass numbered from one to six. You are given eight spins to complete your adventure and make it to the treasure. After you spin, the needle will stop on a number, which determines how many steps your adventurer must take on the path winding around the board.

Some of the steps on the path are simply safe zones, but others are traps. If you land on a trap, the game immediately ends, and you can try again by placing a new wager. If you land on a safe zone, then you get to use another spin. Prize spaces are also available along the path. The good thing about the prize spaces is that you do not have to land on them to win the prize. All you have to do is pass over them. Once you win a prize, it is yours to keep, even if you meet your demise along the way.

Bunny Boiler Gold

1 Mar 2012 20:11:11 GMT

The original Bunny Boiler instant game was one of the most popular board games in the history of online casinos, but it has now been topped with the all-new Bunny Boiler Gold version. The animation and sound effects have been greatly improved in Bunny Boiler Gold, and the game is more exciting than ever before. One of the most appealing parts of the game is that it is cute, so women love it, but it is not so cute as to drive off the guys who do not mind using a bunny to win some cash.

Bunny Boiler Gold follows the adventures of a young, little rabbit as he makes his way underground through a tunnel decorated with multicolored lights. The object of the game is for the bunny to get to his hollow, and the jackpot prize, in the center of the board without being captured and thrown in the stew pot.

To play Bunny Boiler Gold free slot, you begin by choosing a jackpot size. Prizes increase with higher wagers, and you can place bets in a range from 1 credit to 10 credits. The bunny’s moves are determined by the roll of a virtual six-sided die. The bunny is obliged to hop through the tunnel the number of times as the number rolled on the die. As the bunny hops his way through the tunnel, he can land on one of four types of spaces:

Carrot – The carrot is a safe space. The bunny can chomp away on the carrot and not worry about meeting an untimely end until the next roll of the die.
Jump – The colored jump space allows the bunny to make a super leap through the tunnel to the next space of the same color.
Crossbones – The bunny skull and crossbones symbols are to be avoided at all costs. They mean instant death for the bunny, bringing the game to an end.
Prize – Passing over the prize symbols makes you a winner. Prizes are retained even if your bunny does not make it to the jackpot.

The 1,000 times multiplier jackpot on Bunny Boiler Gold is very generous and brings the top prize to 10,000 credits.