Reels Of Wealth

Reels Of Wealth (Betsoft) Review

Released at the end of April 2018, Reels of Wealth is an unusual slot from Betsoft where jackpots hide real wealth that can go to any lucky player. Unlike most other slot machines, it uses Bothway payout mechanics with 10 paylines to form combinations. The volatility in Reels of Wealth is set to high, but we are still dealing with a slightly below-average yet acceptable RTP of 95.29%. The most intriguing part of the game is the x67,400 multiplier, which corresponds to the maximum possible prize here.

The payout rules are perhaps the most impressive part of this game. Bothway paylines are used here, so you can form combinations from right to left (from the rightmost reel) and from left to right (from the leftmost reel). On top of that, the provider has also added Center Out payouts, which is the ability to form three-symbol combinations starting from the middle (third) reel. To set the bet size, you can select the bet value and bet level. Once you have configured everything correctly, you can bet between €0.10 and €140 per game round.

Reels of Wealth Slot - Reels Screen

Reels of Wealth features 4 card symbols from J to A that form combos with a multiplier of up to x1.5. The high-value symbols include a treasure chest, a bag of gold, a stack of money, and diamonds of different colors, which bring prizes with a multiplier of up to x7.5. The game also features several types of Scatters and a Wild symbol depicted as a gold bar.

Reels of Wealth Features

Despite its 5x3 grid, this game uses payout mechanics that are far from classic. So, you are unlikely to get bored in the base game thanks to combos forming in both directions. On top of that, the provider has added some impressive features, including jackpots that unlock the slot's maximum payout potential.

Wilds with Extra Multipliers

If you see gold bars falling onto the game grid, these are Wild symbols. They help to form combos but cannot replace Scatters. If your combination contains one Wild, the winning amount is doubled. If you are lucky enough to form a combo with two Wilds, a x4 multiplier is applied to the total prize. Unfortunately, Wilds in this game only appear on the 2nd and 4th reels.

Double Up Feature

Available only in the base game after hitting a combo, this feature gives you the chance to at least double your prize amount. You need to guess heads/tails to get that coveted x2 multiplier. But if you fail, you lose the entire win from that round. You can use Double Up an unlimited number of times (taking into account your risk tolerance).

Reels of Wealth Slot - Double Up Feature

Rollin Wins Feature

To give you another chance, Reels of Wealth rewards you with a respin after every win. Your winning combination is fixed, and the remaining reels are respun. If you get 1-3 respins in a row, you will receive a standard payout. If you get 4-6 respins, you will receive a x2 multiplier. Finally, for 7 or more consecutive respins, you will receive a x3 multiplier.

Megastar Feature

The highlight of this slot, the Megastar feature is triggered by three or more Megastar Scatters (sparkling diamonds) landing on any cells of the playing field. You can get 10, 15, or 25 free spins for 3, 4, and 5 Scatters, respectively. This bonus game takes place on an advanced reel setup where you see mega symbols instead of the usual ones. So, you will essentially be dealing with larger versions of the jackpot icons (Megastar, Legend, Star, and Hero).

Each jackpot here has its own trail that works like a progress bar with a fixed length: 9 steps for Megastar, 8 steps for Legend, 7 steps for Star and 7 steps for Hero, respectively. You need to fill the corresponding trail to win one of the four jackpots available in the game. It works as follows:

• Each jackpot symbol advances only its trail by several steps.
• The number of symbols that appear corresponds to the number of steps for the trail.
• Then all symbols explode, leaving room for new ones, which causes a cascade.
• If you see a combination as a result of another cascade, it is also paid out.

Keep in mind that a special game grid is used here, with combinations forming only from left to right. That is, the symbols must start from the leftmost reel and go in a row (the Bothway mechanic does not work here). Even if you were close to winning, all trails are reset to zero at the end of the bonus game. So, you need to catch your luck in one try.

Theme & Graphics

With four jackpots and a huge maximum multiplier, Reels of Wealth is a slot themed around wealth and luxury. Gold bars, diamonds, treasure chests, and royal symbols often appear on the screen. The animation here is bright, with flashes and explosions. However, the graphics are 2D, which is not typical for Betsoft. On the other hand, thanks to its simple visuals, this title works great on any modern smartphone or tablet. The game features enthusiastic music with bells and fanfare, but there are no unnecessary, annoying noises.

Reels of Wealth Free Play

If you want to test the unusual mechanics of this game, start with the Reels of Wealth free play version available here at SlotCatalog. This way, you can learn how Rollin Wins and Megastar work without any risk. When playing the Reels of Wealth demo game, you use free credits instead of real money. If you run out of free credits, simply restart the game.

Pros and Cons of the Reels of Wealth Slot

Our Verdict

With an RTP of 95.29% and high volatility, Reels of Wealth is definitely not a game for those who are not willing to take risks. There is a huge prize at stake here, so it's no surprise that the volatility is high. The RTP of 95.29% is slightly below the current industry average but still within an acceptable range for a jackpot-focused slot.

We liked that any successful spin can lead to a series of respins resulting in an x2 or x3 extra multiplier. In addition, we were pleased to see the Double Up (Gamble) feature, which is now a rarity in modern slots. Although the Bothway mechanic sounds good, 10 paylines are too few, so this part of the game did not impress us.

What's more, the free spins bonus round, where you can win the jackpot, takes place on a grid with standard combos forming only from left to right. Winning the jackpot here is quite difficult as the trails reset. Still, the feeling of hunting for real treasure stayed with us during every spin, even though hitting the x67,400 multiplier is extremely unlikely in practice. Overall, Reels of Wealth is a solid choice for jackpot slot enthusiasts. But it's best to start with the demo version to see if you'll be disappointed by the rather long pauses between combos.