Mystic Riches Introduction
Immerse yourself in the mysteries of the ancient civilizations of South America with Mystic Riches, another great online pokie from GameArt. Visually, the game sets the scene with reels full of beautifully crafted symbols based on the pyramids and artefacts of the Mayan, Inca, Olmec and Aztec cultures set on a dark and mystical background.
Ancient South American themes are popular among free pokies, but Mystic Riches' bright and colourful presentation and smooth animated symbols set it apart.
Game Play
Following the classic format, this is a 5-reel game with a 10-line payout configuration over three rows. It pays from left to right and includes pretty much all of the features you would expect from an online pokie: wilds, scatters, bonus, auto play, free spins and multipliers and, a red / black gamble feature. All of the standard rules apply in this exciting game.
Features and payout
Each of this pokie's symbols represents a different aspect of the cultures of ancient South America. The golden-faced Mayan calendar symbol is the scatter in this game; three, four or five scatters on any row will award a 2X multiplier and 10 free spins, during which all wins are multiplied by four. The bonus feature is triggered by the Bonus Scatter symbol - red and blue idols that appear on reels 3, 4 and 5.
Land three bonus idols and you'll be able to pick from 10 hidden idols to reveal the prizes underneath. Keep selecting your prizes until the idol you select reveals the message "Collect Winnings", which ends the bonus round. Bonus scatters can be won during free spins, too. In Mystic Riches, the Wild is symbolised by an imposing Aztec pyramid.
It substitutes all symbols apart from the calendar and idol scatters in order to help complete your winning lines. While we're on the subject of the other symbols, here's what they're worth: Roaring jaguar and giant Olmec head symbols: 3x $0.15, 4x $1.00, and 5x $2.50 Decorated skull and feathered warrior headdress symbols: 2x $0.02, 3x $0.30, 4x $1.50, and 5x $7.50.
Play Your Cards Right
Interspersed with these colourful icons are the traditional playing card symbols that are the hallmark of any GameArt pokie, representing the Ace, King, Queen, Jack 10 and 9. Appearing 3x, 4x or 5x, the Ace or King will pay out $0.10, $0.50 and $1.50 respectively. The Queen or Jack will get you $0.10, $0.30 and $1.00, while the 10 or 9 is worth $0.05, $0.25 and $1.00.
Of course, no GameArt pokie is complete without the red / black gamble feature, which can be enabled or disabled in the settings. Double or sacrifice your winnings again if you dare by anything up to five times by pressing either the red or the black gamble buttons. With a jackpot of $90, this is definitely a good one to try out. If you fancy your luck at discovering some ancient treasure for yourself, be sure to give Mystic Riches a go.
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