Boat Bonanza Down Under

Boat Bonanza Down Under Slot Informations

Title: Boat Bonanza Down Under
Developer: Play'n GO
Reels: 5
Rows: 4
Paylines: 12
RTP: 96.25% | 94.25% | 91.25% | 87.25% | 84.25%
Max Win: 6,000x
Max Win Probability: 1:768,000,000
Volatility: High (7/10)
Min/Max Bet: 0.10/50
Release Date: April 18, 2024

Boat Bonanza Down Review

Dear players, before diving into the review, could you please take a moment to do an online image search for Edvard Munch's painting 'The Scream' and zoom in on the character's face? That's roughly the same reaction we have each time a new fishing-themed slot lands on the review desk these days. Of course, we're only joking (well, mostly), but here we have yet another addition to the list of fishing-related slots: Boat Bonanza Down Under, courtesy of Swedish developer Play'n GO, marking the third installment in the Boat Bonanza series.

With its setting 'Down Under', the action in this game unfolds somewhere in the vast expanse of Australia. Wherever we are, the sun is shining down on crystal-clear blue waters teeming with bubbles and marine life. Visually, Boat Bonanza Down Under bears some resemblance to its predecessors, but it also introduces a subtle change: the boats hovering above the game grid are replaced by a snoozing fisherman on a floating device. It's a small departure from the norm, but it adds a touch of novelty to the experience.

The game grid, featuring a transparent design, consists of 5 reels with 4 positions each, hosting a total of 12 paylines. Play'n GO rates the volatility of Boat Bonanza Down Under at 7 out of 10, and the highest RTP model stands at 96.25%. To set the stakes, players can wager anywhere from 10 cents to $/€50 per spin.

While the presence of regular pay symbols may seem somewhat out of place in a fishing-themed slot, it's worth mentioning them nonetheless. These symbols include the familiar 10-A card ranks, as well as thematic icons such as goggles, flip flops, a canned octopus tentacle, and a bird perched on a floatation device. Aligning 5 royal symbols yields a payout of 10 times the stake, while 5 premium symbols can award between 50 and 200 times the bet. Additionally, fish money symbols can generate line wins of up to 40 times the bet for 5 of a kind, with individual prize values ranging from 1x to 50x. Notably, Boat Bonanza Down Under does not feature a wild symbol.

Free Spins: Central to the gameplay experience is the Catch Feature, where players have the chance to reel in various prizes with the assistance of a snoozing fisherman positioned above the reels. When the fisherman awakens, one of three outcomes may occur:

Vertical Fish: Collects all prizes beneath the fisherman.

Surf n Catch: The fisherman gathers all prizes on the reels, with a multiplier applied based on the number of reels featuring Catch prizes.

Under Reel Collection: Awards a mystery prize, including cash rewards, a kangaroo sign dud symbol, or a special scatter symbol during free spins.

In addition to the Catch Feature, Boat Bonanza Down Under offers a Free Spins round triggered by landing 3 or more scatter symbols. During free spins, players navigate a 12-position trail, collecting scatters to progress along the trail and earn additional free spins or bonus features.

Pick Bonus:
At the start of the Free Spins round, players are presented with a Pick Bonus offering 1 of 8 modifiers to enhance the gameplay experience. Trail progression can unlock more picks, with each modifier offering both regular and upgraded variations.

Boat Bonanza Down Under combines elements of Big Bass Bonanza with a Golden Fish Tank spin-off, offering players a multitude of ways to reel in rewards and modify their gameplay experience. While the base game may feel a bit lackluster at times, the potential for substantial wins, reaching up to 6,000 times the stake, adds an enticing element for fishing enthusiasts seeking their next big catch.