88 Fortunes Megaways

That’s because we’ll be analysing and reviewing Megaways’ 88 Fortunes slot. It may not be a stereotypical selection that jumps off of the page, but perhaps it’s got the kind of charm and nuisance that has the potential to turn it into a hidden gem.

Game Details

The velvet red colour scheme is enough of a striking visual to lure us in from the word go but beyond that, there’s just a nice ambience to this slot. Some will deem it to be far too simple and that’s a fair criticism if you want something that’s a bit more ‘larger than life’, but our first impression tends to focus more heavily on the sense of the unknown.

There are six reels to try and work your way through with the middle four actually having an extra slot located at the bottom of the board, and with the symbols spinning in a different direction to those on the main section of the reels, it really does make you second guess yourself.

If you were looking for a game that was going to keep you on your toes then you’ve definitely come to the right place as there are 117,649 ways to walk away with a win.

RTP & Payouts

The return to player (RTP) percentage is a vital statistic for any given slot as it gives you an idea as to what slot you’re getting yourself into. Some treat it as a guaranteed indicator of how much you’ll earn, but others know to take what they’re told with a pinch of salt.

The final figure for 88 Fortunes comes in at 96.06 – 96.36%, and all things considered, that’s a pretty comfortable total. It places the slot above the standard industry average and it does so in association with medium variance, and in this business, that should add up to quite a few conservative players. The high rollers may dip their toe in the water, but Megaways seems to be shooting for a more relaxing experience as opposed to anything too hardcore.

Depending on what kind of mood you’re in there are all kinds of possibilities when it comes to the stakes, with the minimum being 0.08 and the maximum being set at 88 – which works as nicely as you’d expect with the theming.

The maximum winnings are bound to grab your attention, though, as you could end up with 10,000x your initial stake.

Symbols

We absolutely adore the positive vibes that come through from the soundtrack, and while it may not be everyone’s idea of what a slot should sound like, there are always some bonus points available for being unique. The simplicity of the design work really does make everything on screen pop and unsurprisingly, it’s a fairly smooth game to play with minimal lag between every single spin.

The standard playing cards make an appearance here starting with 9 before running all the way up to the ace, before we then move on to the themed selections. There’s actually a whole lot to take in from this golden bonanza including ingots, turtles, ships, jade birds and the golden equivalent of all four symbols, with the gold birds being the most lucrative.

Bonus Game & Jackpot

Everyone needs some kind of bonus feature to really sink their teeth into any given slot and 88 Fortunes is no different. The Fu Bat symbol is the wild and is capable of replacing any and all other symbols on the board aside from the scatter, which is a gong symbol.

The Cascading Reel feature is a popular one within the Megaways universe. When you land a winning combination the contributing symbols will explode, giving new symbols the chance to move into those positions. That continues to happen until no more new ways are located.

You also have the Symbols Per Play feature which gives you the opportunity to play with between one and five gold symbols. If you play with one then you can go from 0.08 to 8 in the stakes, but if you go up to the highest setting, it’ll be between 0.88 and 88.

When one or more of the aforementioned Fu Bat symbols appear, you will trigger the Picker feature. You are given 15 coins and if you match three you will be able to win a free spins option, giving you 10, 12 or 15 free spins.

Alternatively, you can activate the Free Spins feature itself by landing four or more gong scatters. You’ll start off with a 1x multiplier but you can continue to work your way up through the good old Cascading Reels.

Oh, and the jackpot isn’t progressive, and you can trust us when we say it doesn’t really need to be.

Mobile Compatibility

The easy nature of this slot means that it is a prime candidate for availability on all platforms, and thankfully, you can in fact play it on your mobile device.

It’s just as smooth, although the crisper details are probably best taken in on the desktop.

Verdict

Bally’s 88 Fortunes doesn’t try and be anything more than what it is: a solid slot with decent potential winnings and a simple theme that is really easy to follow.

The lack of any real spark or glamour may turn folks off, but we think this takes players back to the root of why they loved slots in the first place.

It’s fun and laid back, and those are two particularly strong qualities in the modern age.

Author

Hi, I'm James

"More than 5 years experience in the online gambling sector and 4 of them working with casinos. I'll share my thoughts relating to what you should be looking for in a casino and whether a site is worth your time and money."

Reviewer since June, 2020