Solar Eclipse - Review, Demo Play, Payout, Free Spins & Bonuses

Introduction 

More and more designers are discovering the wonders of the Aztec culture, and Endorphina is no exception. 
Solar Eclipse is an online video slot played out on a simple 3x3 reel set that has just 5 adjustable bet ways paying from left to right.

The sun and moon appear as wild symbols on reels 1 and 3. They substitute for the 7 main paying symbols. In order of value, these are the warrior, leopard, snake, amethyst, citrine, sapphire and emerald.

There are free spins triggered when both the sun and moon appear on the reels and combine to create a solar eclipse, whose symbol also becomes a wild substituting for all other symbols on the reels. At the start of this feature, a random symbol is chosen to be an expanding symbol. This feature is activated if there are enough chosen symbols on the reels, regardless of their position.

The solar eclipse symbol also expands vertically to complete other expanded symbol combinations. 

When the solar eclipse covers one reel, a x2 multiplier applies to winnings; if it covers two reels, the multiplier is x5.

Solar Eclipse also has a gamble feature that involves a game of chance with downward-facing cards.

Finally, players can take advantage of the Bonus Pop Buy feature and play free games with the expanded symbols feature at any time.

If you are fan of this designer’s work, you will find many more Endorphina free slots to play in demo mode here at Slots Temple. 

Theme, Graphics and Soundtrack 

The Aztecs were skilled astronomers and saw the solar eclipse as representing the possibility of the end of the world. In Endorphina’s Solar Eclipse, it is exactly the opposite, possibly suggesting future riches.

Solar Eclipse has a classic 3x3 setup and symbols that reflect the Aztec culture, including the striking warrior in his golden helmet, along with the mystical leopard and snake. Brilliant jewels make up the rest of the paying symbols. In the background, we can glimpse other examples of Aztec architecture as a golden sun beats down.

The soundtrack is a classic tune, with pipes and percussion instruments creating a gentle rhythm.

If you enjoy games involving heavenly bodies, why not take a look at the Starburst slot from Net Ent, which is available in demo mode here at Slots Temple?
 

Solar Eclipse RTP and Variance

The official RTP of Solar Eclipse is a healthy 96.04%, and in extended play, we rated it medium variance. There are plenty of unrewarding spins, but be patient and the celestial bodies will rise to help you form some winning lines. 

How to Play Solar Eclipse

This retro slot is simple to understand, but here are some top tips to get you familiar with the game as quickly as possible.

1. Once the main screen opens, click on the information button in the top right-hand corner.
2. A new screen opens, and at the top of this, you will see a comprehensive pay table.
3. Below this, you will find an explanation of the two wild symbols and their powers.
4. Next up is a description of how free games are triggered and the expanding symbols feature.
5. Scroll down to see how the gamble feature works.
6. Below this, there is a brief rules section
7. Finally, you can see thumbnails of the pay lines and a description of the Bonus Pop Buy feature.
8. Return to the main screen, where you can adjust your wager in the coin value and bet windows.
9. To the right of the dashboard, you can engage turbo and auto spin; the latter has to be stopped manually.
10. You are all set to play - simply hit the spin button.

You can enjoy a free play demo of Solar Eclipse here at Slots Temple, along with many other games. We suggest you take advantage of this opportunity to familiarise yourself with the game before playing for real.

Once risking your own cash at an online casino, set yourself a budget for every session and play responsibly, leaving the site when the fun ends.

Bet Sizes and Pay Table Wins 

Bet sizes range from 0.05 to 50.00, and the pay table for 3 of a kind is as follows:
Warrior = x300
Leopard = x100
Snake = x50
Amethyst = x20
Citrine = x15
Sapphire = x10
Emerald = x5
Scatter+Wild = x10

Max-win 1,500x

Volatility Medium

Top RTP 96.04%

Solar Eclipse Risk Game and Free Spins 

Once a winning line lands, players can choose to take part in the risk game or gamble feature. You are faced with the dealer’s card turned upwards and 4 downward-facing cards. Choose one of these and try to beat the dealer’s card to double your winnings. If successful, you can continue playing up to 10 times or collect your winnings at any stage.

When the sun and moon both appear on the reels, the moon covers the sun, creating the solar eclipse symbol and triggering 20 free spins. When the solar eclipse symbol appears on reels 1 and 3, the player wins 15 more free games. 

Solar Eclipse Review 

This is a fun retro game from Endorphina with a few modern twists up its sleeve. There are unrewarding runs, but once the features kick in, there can be some big wins around the corner.

The game is unlikely to appeal to high rollers, but many players will find it a fun way to spend a session.

Disclaimer: Solar Eclipse trademark / license is owned by Endorphina. This site is not endorsed by Endorphina.