Jackpot Reel Polka Reel - Review, Demo Play, Payout, Free Spins & Bonuses

Introduction

Released in the summer of 2019, this Polka Reel slot is part of the bigger, free Skywind slots Jackpot Reel group of games. To be included there, an online slot must be fast-paced, have free games up for grabs, and offer two bonus levels and two multilevel progressive jackpots.

Jackpot Reel Polka Reel offers all those benefits and an especially tempting example of progressive jackpots. Thanks to HTML 5 tech design, you can enjoy it on both fixed and mobile devices. No more boring commutes or being chained to the desk when you want to enjoy a little Polka action!

From the opening scenes of a pretty Czech mountain village complete with traditional ski chalet-type housing nestled nicely against a backdrop of snowy mountains and forests, to the cheery, colourful reel symbols, Jackpot Reel Polka Reel charms with its visuals, creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere for the reel spinning that lies ahead.

Theme, Graphics & Soundtrack

How can we assign a theme to this multi-layered online slot? It’s part winter/snow/ski-like and part holiday, but mostly it’s about music, dance (the polka), and all things connected, including beer!

Great graphics

Visuals play a huge part in how captivating a slot actually is, and in Jackpot Reel Polka Reel, they do a great job. The enchanting village streets, with their cosy wooden chalets, sit perfectly against the postcard-style backdrops of rugged mountain ranges.

Meanwhile, the slot’s symbols are fitting for this storyline, featuring typical images including two pints of frothy beer, a pretty girl who is perhaps serving the beer, and a handsome man who could be from the mountains. Some musical instruments and the usual playing card icons also feature.

Super sounds

Polka music is the natural choice for the soundtrack, and even those who are not familiar with it should enjoy the accordion-influenced and always upbeat tunes. Watch out for how the music gets even livelier during the free games feature. We especially like the moments when the sounds of a typical beer hall take over, complete with the cheers and clinking glasses you’d expect.

Jackpot Reel Polka Reel RTP & Volatility

The official RTP is a disappointing 92.81%, but having a medium volatility means that the payouts are fairly regular and worth having.

How to Play Jackpot Reel Polka Reel

1.    Set up the slot to suit your personal tastes. The control panel is very straightforward, which makes this quite easy.

2.    Start by deciding how many coins you want to stake on each spin. This may be set to a default number, which can be changed using clearly labelled plus and minus buttons on the panel.

3.    If you would like to try turbo speed or autoplay options, change the setting via the button to the right of the control panel.

4.    Now you are ready to go. Simply press Play and enjoy!

Keep your fingers crossed and your eyes peeled for Scatters, as three or more will trigger free spins and bonus wilds.

Bet Sizes & Paytable Wins

Unlike some slots where the starting stake can be as low as 0.1, Jackpot Reel Polka Reel bucks the trend with a minimum bet size of 0.50. Interestingly, the maximum bet is also higher than average, being pegged at 250 coins.

Payout data

The symbols are a mixed bag when it comes to generosity, with one being a real standout. Let’s take a look at what they pay out for matches, from the highest to the lowest payers.

-    Pretty serving girl = 5x/2500, 4x/750, 3x/100

-    Male in green hat = 5x/200, 4x/50, 3x/10, 2x/2
-    Chalet = 5x/150, 4x/40, 3x/10

-    Accordion = 5x/125, 4x/30, 3x/5

-    Musical instrument = 5x/100, 4x/25, 3x/5

-    A = 5x/75, 4x/20, 3x/5

-    K-Q = 5x/60, 4x/15, 3x/5

-    J-10 = 5x/50, 4x/10, 3x/5

Plus, there’s the Scatter in the form of the pretty serving girl. This awards free games if you land three or more on the reels. The Wild is two beers, and it substitutes all symbols except the Scatter.

Jackpot Reel Polka Reel Bonus Features

Free Games Feature

Triggered by three or more Scatter symbols appearing anywhere on the reels, these eight free spins are awarded along with some bonus Wild symbols (the pint of beer) in the reels. What adds extra sparkle is that they are re-triggered by two or more scatters appearing on the reels during the run of the free games. This can mean a lengthy play on the back of a free spins award.

If the reel icon is good to you, it will trigger another treat in the form of the Money Reel feature. That means the whole grid fills with reels, some offering prizes, and others offering five or more free spins.

The third possible stage here is the Jackpot Reel, which you only get access to if your entire grid in the Money Reel is filled with prizes. At this level, you are looking at accessing not one but four jackpots of different sizes, labelled Mini, Minor, Mega and Major.

Overall Review

This slot is a little bit quirky, with infectious music and more than enough opportunities to win, and that adds up to a game that you won’t bore you. Creating three final bonus levels is a genius touch, and there’s a lot of fun to be had while you are getting there. We especially liked the way some icons came to life with a win!

If you’ve developed a taste for beer festival games, take a look at Bier Haus slot, where you can carry on spinning reels filled with beer, tankards and musical instruments.

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