Buffalo Spirit Introduction
There are plenty of free online pokies out there that stick to the same old themes and gameplay, so it's always exciting to come across one that's a little bit different. Buffalo Spirit is an unusual pokie that, at first glance, is unlike anything else out there. Developed by WMS, the game features five reels, three active symbols per reel, and thirty paylines.
With a buffalo/desert theme, the symbols are a colourful mix of cacti, desert birds and animals, such as lizards, eagles, owls and snakes, and traditional playing card suits. The gaming area doesn't appear as cluttered as those of many other games, so it's fairly refreshing. While the main symbols are intricate and highly detailed, the playing card suits provide a contrast and give the game a more modern appearance than most pokies.
Gameplay
The layout is a little different to most pokies - and the minimum bet is 30 coins, as you're betting on all 30 paylines with each spin. There is a slider along the bottom of the gaming screen that lets you choose the total value of your spin. This means getting started is simple and quick, as there's no need to cycle through endless options.
There is also a convenient Autoplay feature if you prefer to sit back and watch the reels spin without having to keep setting them in motion time and time again. You can, of course, halt the Autoplay session at any time.
Special Features and Bonuses
As suggested by the game's name, one of the main symbols here is the Wild Buffalo symbol. You'll need at least three to win, with five netting you the biggest cash prizes. The Wild Buffalo symbol can only appear on reels one, two, four and five. The Buffalo symbol (which is different to the Wild Buffalo) only appears on reel three.
Somewhat confusingly, both the Buffalo and Wild Buffalo symbols can substitute all other symbols except the Feature symbol. The Buffalo is the one you'll really want to look out for though - if it appears in a winning line, the Replicating Wild feature will be triggered. The replicated symbol will be replaced with Wild symbols.
The Feature symbol is a large desert rock - landing three or more of these will activate the game's bonus feature. You'll be given a load of free spins, ranging from 10 for three symbols, up to an impressive 40 for five. And, not only that, but all wins during the free spins session are doubled. This gives you plenty of chances to win big, adding excitement to the standard gameplay.
All in all, Buffalo Spirit offers something a little different to many online pokies. Getting started is quick and easy, and the game offers enough special features and a high enough win ratio to keep things entertaining. The appearance of the game is quite fresh and original compared to lots of the games out there, so it's perfect for anyone who fancies a change from the usual.
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