March 2021 has been all about the new Pragmatic Play games, as the Malta-based software provider has released its third pokie title of the month. The fishing-themed adventure called Fishin’ Reels has just come out today, and the players are already storming in to try some of its exciting features.
We give you the exclusive first impressions of the game, explaining its structure, graphics, bonuses, betting ranges, and more.
What Is Fishin’ Reels All About?
Fishin’ Reels is one of the rare fishing-themed pokies. The only other popular title that can be included in this category is Fishin’ Frenzy, a 2014 release from RealTime Gaming (RTG). There are plenty of similarities between the two games, and while Pragmatic did “copy” some of the ideas from the RTG’s fishing title, you can still expect a lot of unique elements.
Of course, the main symbols are represented by a bunch of happy-looking sea creatures, together with some sea diving and fishing equipment and classic card marks. A fun song reminiscent of Little Mermaid’s Under the Sea accompanies the player, and the visuals and sound effects are what you would expect from a 2021 release.
Game Structure, Paylines, RTP, Betting Range, Bonus Features, and More
Fishin’ Reels is played on a classic 5×3 layout with ten fixed paylines. It is considered to be a game with high volatility and has an estimated RTP of 96.50%. Denominations range from $0.10 to $100 per spin. The maximum win on Fishin’ Reels is 1,200x your stake.
The game features a ‘Wild’ symbol that replaces all other symbols except ‘Bonus,’ ‘Fisherman,’ and ‘Fish Money.’ Getting three ‘Bonus’ symbols to land in a single spin will unlock the Free Spins feature. Landing three, four, or five ‘Bonus’ symbols will award 10, 12, or 15 free spins, respectively.
However, before the ‘Free Spins’ round begins, the players are presented with a choice. They can select between two bonus features — Reel ‘Em In or The Big Catch.
By choosing Reel ‘Em In, the fish symbols will come with a multiplier of between 0.5x and 250x. If the Fisherman symbol appears on the final reel, the player collects the entire prize. Every time a can of worms appears, the player will get two extra free spins.
With the Big Catch feature, three golden swordfish may appear, triggering a special bonus round with two extra spins. During that game, eight fish symbols will show values of between 0.2x and 250x. The Fisherman catches those fish at random and adds value to the total prize pot.
Fishin’ Reels — A Must Try Title!
Time will tell whether Fishin’ Reels will catch on. But from what we’ve seen so far, the game is bound to be very popular among players, especially those that like fishing. It has high volatility, a 1,200x jackpot, and several unique and rewarding bonus games.
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