Game of Thrones

Is there a TV show that has completely dominated public attention as much as Game of Thrones has in recent years? Marvel movies may come close, but they’re movies.

Meanwhile, the gritty but interesting stories of Starks, Lannisters, Targaryens and Baratheons had viewers tuning in every evening! What’s the next big betrayal? Who will win the next battle? Who’s the next character who will unexpectedly die?

Game of Thrones Slot Review

This slot is played on a five reel board, where each reel is three symbols tall. There are a total of 243 ways to win, forgoing a more traditional payline setup. This game also have a fifteen payline version if you prefer that. However, it has a lower than average RTP, so we’d recommend this one instead. To win, collect three or more identical icons in adjacent positions, starting with the leftmost reel.

Available special features include stacked Wilds, randomly awarded cash prizes and free spins. Stacked Wilds are exactly what you’d expect them to be. Instead of finding one Wild, you will usually find two or three sitting next or on top of each other. The really interesting bonus is the free spins round, as it lets you pick between the four great houses. To which house will you pledge your sword?

Theme & Symbols

War is always brutal and bloody, even if most fantasy tended to shy away from that aspect. But George R.R. Martin, the author of the books which inspired the TV show didn’t accept any half-measures. He creates interesting characters, protagonists you want to cheer for! And then brutally murders them to show this world is gritty and unfair. This subversion of fantasy is what set it apart from so many other shows.

Microgaming’s release follows the trend of subverting our expectations. Usually, we see developers put all their focus in the background image and neglect symbol design. But here, we see the exact opposite! The developers have settled for a relatively simple picture; the view of the mighty Iron Throne! Well, part of it anyways, as the reels block most of the actual throne.

So, should you expect all the icons to be gorgeous works of art? No, not really. In choosing to use house sigils over specific characters, Microgaming successfully avoided giving Game of Thrones an exact date. That means you can enjoy what this slot offers equally, whether you’re a new fan or if you’ve watched every episode four times. And when you add animations to the mix? That’s when we fall in love!

How to Play Game of Thrones

You play this game on a 5×3 board with 243 ways to win, which pay left to right only. This release has a medium-high volatility, and a jackpot worth 20,250x your total stake. No, we didn’t accidentally add a zero. This is the absolute, theoretical maximum you could possibly win in Game of Thrones! Of course, just like becoming King of Westeros, you’ll need to carefully bide your time to grab this most juiciest of jackpots.

And, as you’d imagine, there’s no winning it without the assistance of special features. More specifically, you’ll have to count on the free spins round to save the day. If you’re hoping to land the biggest win possible, you will have to pledge your loyalty to house Baratheon. That’s less free spins, but each one is played at a 5x multiplier. They’re no fire-breathing badass dragons, but they’re the second best thing for securing loot!

Choosing your total bet has been made quite simple in this slot. Tap the stacked coins icon to reveal a drop-down menu with a slider. Here, you can pick one of the pre-selected wagers, or you can drag the slider left or right. This allows players to wager between €0.30 and €6.00 with each spin. That’s a really low maximum bet! It looks like Microgaming is afraid someone might actually score that jackpot, after all.

Bonus Features

• Stacked Wild

The show’s logo is used for the game’s Wild. This Wild can appear in any position, and substitute for all symbols except for Scatters. All Wilds appear stacked. They can appear alone, but are far more likely to appear as part of a group.

• Random Cash Prizes

Collect two Scatters in any position to win a random cash prize. Consider this a consolation prize for being one Scatter short of winning free spins.

• Free Spins

Find three, four or five Scatters to win the extra turns. Before the special feature is played, you have to choose between the four great houses of Westeros. Each one offers a different bonus to the player, so pick wisely!

• Targaryen: Eighteen free spins with a 2x multiplier and a 6 stack house symbol.
• Stark: Fourteen free spins with a 3x multiplier and a 5 stack house icon.
• Lannister: Ten free spins with a 4x multiplier and a 4 stack house symbol.
• Baratheon: Eight free spins with a 5x multiplier and a 3 stack house icon.

The Targaryen’s are your safest bet, and are the ‘safe’ choice. Meanwhile, if you want to risk it all for a shot at big wins, pick the Baratheon’s and charge into battle!

Game of Throned Payouts

Game of Thrones has a medium-high volatility, and a jackpot worth 20,250x your total stake. This slot version, with 243 ways to win, has an RTP of 96.4%. The version with 15 paylines only has 95%, which is significantly lower than the current industry average of 96%. So, if you plan to play the game, always go for the 243 ways to win version!