Game of Thrones Slot Review

2014 has been a year of huge name releases for Microgaming as they have looked to solidify their position as the market leader in online branded slots. With big names like the Dark Knight Rises already to their credit, the selection has got even bigger with the launch of the official Game of Thrones title. It is one of those shows where even if you’ve never seen it, you’ll most definitely have heard of it and no matter which of these is the case, you’re sure to enjoy everything that has gone into making this a spectacular slot release.

In gameplay terms, players are presented with an unusual choice across the five reels. You can go for the 243 ways to win system that has been truly prevalent in recent game releases or, for the purists, you can choose instead to play over fifteen win lines. Jack through Ace playing card symbols are joined by the emblems of the various Houses in the show and other themed icons, while stacked occurrences of the game’s logo are also present to act as a wild card.

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The Iron Throne serves as a scatter and, no matter how you choose to play the game, three or more in view will trigger the free spins bonus. Players are presented once more with the four Houses of the show, each with their own set of spin bonuses. Those who choose House Baratheon, for example, will receive eight free spins, a five times multiplier and triple stacked House emblems for the duration of the round. Those siding with House Lannister, on the other hand, receive ten free spins, a four times multiplier and stacks of their emblem that come in fours. Stark and Targaryen are also represented in the round, each with their own combination of spins, multipliers and stacked symbols.

Even the gamble feature, which makes a notable return to the reels here on Game of Thrones, has been reinvented to combine the standard game of chance with a number of clips from the show, ensuring that fans will be taking a gamble even if they generally have no interest in the option. Overall, the game is plenty of fun, although you get the feeling that Microgaming has a sequel in mind already given the focus on the Houses rather than the characters. Whether or not that is true remains to be seen, but this game alone is one not to be missed and you’ll find it available with real money action and plenty more at the casinos featured at the top of the page.