ALL ABOUT RIDDLE REELS: A CASE OF RICHES SLOT
Summer 2020 was the year of the super-sleuth. Play’n Go is taking us on a journey through the ages to bring the stories of Sherlock Holmes, the ace English detective from the Arthur Conan Doyle stories, back to life. First, NetEnt brought us their seedy LA game, Cash Noire, and now Play’n Go is taking us on a journey through the ages to bring the stories of Sherlock Holmes, the ace English detective from the Arthur Conan Doyle stories, back to life. Riddle Reels may appear to be a simple game with its 3×3 reel set and 9 fixed paylines, but it hides some clever gameplay beneath the surface that slots fans of all stripes will enjoy – the free spins round requires players to unlock clues that can lead to a Mega Spin board and the chance to win up to 5,000x your bet. It’s a lot of fun, and it’s presented with the usual great quality from one of Sweden’s top game developers. Let’s look at it more.
GAME SET-UP, SYMBOLS AND GRAPHICS
When you start the game, you’ll be transported back to the time of Sherlock Holmes, to a London filled with swirling mists and gloomy alleyways in the late 1800s. The 9 active paylines on the 3×3 reel set are always active, with payments going from left to right. Weapons used in heinous murders — a noose, a dagger, a gun, and a hammer – reflect the low value symbols. Suspects in the crime are represented by the higher value symbols, which include a male in green and a lady in purple. For three on a payline, the highest prize is 12x.
Look out for the Wilds, which are symbolized by Holmes and Watson and come with multipliers of 2x and 3x, respectively, and may add up to 27x (3x3x3) if three wilds occur on one line with maximum multipliers. Scatter symbols are also required to access the additional features described below.
RTP, VARIANCE AND PAYOUTS
A Case of Riches has the ability to appeal to a wide spectrum of slot aficionados, since it is not as high volatility as previous Play n Go releases this summer. Instead, the range is in the middle, which, along with a respectable RTP of 96.22 percent, makes it a solid choice for both casual and high-risk slot gamers. The highest payout is 5,000x, which is a nice target to go for, but keep in mind that hitting a jackpot of that size is exceedingly unusual. A Case of Riches may be played for as little as $0.10 per spin.
FEATURES AND GAMEPLAY
The fundamental gameplay in this 3×3 slot is supplemented by a number of unique elements, which function as follows:
Mystery Feature and Re-Spins
Re-spins are triggered when two scatters appear on different reels on the same spin. The scatter lock is activated on the first two reels, and the third reel spins. The goal is to get a third scatter to activate the free spins round. If there isn’t a third, the Mystery Feature is activated instead. The scatters in view are eliminated, revealing other paytable symbols and the possibility of a win.
Mega Spins And Free Spins
- You’ll need to land three or more scatters in a single spin, or use the Re-Spin feature, to activate the free spins round. After then, you’ll have to navigate a game board with 14 squares, each of which contains a clue. To progress across the board, you’ll roll a dice four times, each time disclosing between one and three free spins and hints as follows: Weapons – During your free spins, all weapon symbols become the same weapon.
- Suspect– During your free spins, all suspect symbols become the same suspect.
- A Wild Reel Guaranteed – for your free spins.
- Unfortunately, there isn’t anything!
With each victorious spin during the free spins, a Clue Point Meter is charged. If you fully charge the meter, you’ll be awarded a Mega Spin, which is a free spin in which one reel is completely wild and the other two are filled with the same suspect or weapon symbol.
OUR OPINION
Wow! Isn’t it fascinating? A Case of Riches begins as a simple slot with only 3×3 and 9 fixed paylines, but the bonus round quickly becomes more sophisticated. To figure that one out, you might need to be a Sherlock Holmes-level investigator. However, it’s a fascinating game mechanism with a lot of potential built in. The Wild Reels, in particular, provide you with the opportunity to win big, so keep an eye out for them. The speed of the game is decent as well, with a medium variation and rather consistent wins in the base game. Best of luck, and remember to bet wisely.
