Knight Fight

Knight Fight Review

ELK's Knight Fight slot game breathes new life into the popular Pirots 2, replacing the rum-loving pirate parrots with 4 medieval knights, each possessing a fiery temper. An exciting cinematic intro showcases a dragon egg hatching, unleashing a purple dragon that chases the knights through the forest with its scorching breath. This sets the scene for the action that unfolds on the 6x6 grid, powered by the engaging CollectR win mechanic. Watch as the knights traverse the reels, gathering adjacent winning symbols that match their respective colors, along with various feature symbols.

You can customize your bet levels, ranging from a modest €0.2 to a substantial €100 per spin. The game introduces a meter that collects winning Crest and Wild symbols, replacing them for the possibility of extended winning streaks. Symbol values can be upgraded across 7 levels, with level 1 symbols offering payouts between 0.05x to 0.1x your stake. At the highest level 7, symbols pay between 10x to 50x your stake. However, the level upgrade resets with each new base game spin. Wilds also come in 4 colors matching the knights and act as substitutes for Crest pay symbols at their current pay level.

Knight Fight Slot - Reels Screen

Fight Knight’s max win is instantly achievable by collecting the Max Win Coin symbol. Other coin prizes are also up for grabs, adding to the winning possibilities. As winning symbols are collected, they fill a meter. Filling this meter can result in up to 3 feature symbols pending, which are unleashed at the end of your current round, potentially extending your winning streak. Collected feature symbols activate their corresponding features, and adjacent knights might even switch positions to facilitate continued collection. If 3 knights converge, a fight ensues, aiding in the removal of crest symbols and the collection of specific feature symbols.

With a hit frequency of 30 %, you can anticipate a win approximately every 3rd spin on average. The game's high volatility translates to potential fluctuations in your bankroll during longer sessions. While the 94 % RTP, typical for ELK Studios these days, is well below the industry average, it offers a consistent return rate without customizable RTP ranges. Finally, the game's 10,000x potential mirrors that of Pirots 2, as does the core gameplay itself. However, the fresh knights' theme may resonate more with some players, offering a captivating alternative to the charming original release.

Knight Fight Features

Players familiar with Pirots 2 know what to expect from the feature department of Knight Fight slot, but we’ll run through everything anyway. Not only for new players, but also because the appearance of the symbols is different than in the original game. Let’s dive in!

Symbol Collection Knights (CollectR Wins)

Knight Fight features 4 knight symbols that move around on the grid, gathering adjacent crest symbols that match their color as well as feature symbols. Once the collection is complete, new symbols cascade down to fill the empty spaces, potentially triggering additional collections within the same round. Activating a feature symbol unlocks its unique feature.

Symbol Collection Meter

All collected crest and wild symbols are added to the Collection Meter on the right-hand side. A full meter unleashes pending feature symbols, and you can have up to 3 feature symbols in escrow. These are all activated at the same time, and this happens under the following conditions:

• Right before the goat becomes evil.
• Before the dragon flame feature.
• On the very first free spin.
• Or whenever the knights are unable to collect more symbols.

Each feature symbol release turns a random amount of crest symbols into random feature symbols. Here’s an overview:

• Coins - award their prize value upon collection.
• Max Win Coin - awards the game’s 10,000x max win.
• Upgrade Symbol - increase the payout level of same-colored crest symbols as the knight who collected it by +1 to +3 levels.
• Upgrade All Symbol - upgrades all 4 crest symbol types by +1 to +3 levels.
• Goat Symbol - trigger the goat's evil transformation, scattering the scared knights to new positions at the end of the round.
• Transform Symbol - converts adjacent crest symbols to match the collecting knight's color, potentially turning some into feature symbols.
• Golden Apple Basket Symbol - fills empty spaces with Apples, allowing knights a one-time passage to reach other symbols.
• Dragon Egg - unleashes a dragon flame strike at the round’s end, removing nearby knights and symbols (except feature symbols) and triggering a redrop and potential grid expansion up to 8x8. Collected Goat symbols trigger before Dragon Eggs.

Adjacent knights may swap places if it leads to collecting more symbols. If 3 or more knights align, a fight breaks out where they collect scatters, coins, goats, and dragon eggs while removing crest symbols in their path. After the fight, the knights redrop, and new symbols fill the empty positions.

Knight Fight Free Spins

The Bonus Round triggers when the knights collect 3 foaming beer scatters in the same round, awarding 5 free spins for starters. The current grid size is carried over, and pending feature symbols are unleashed on the first free spin. The grid size does not reset during free spins, and neither does the collection meter progress, crest symbol payout levels, and the scatter symbol collection meter. You win extra free spins each time 3 scatters are collected.

Knight Fight Slot - Free Spins

Knight Fight Bonus Buy (not UK)

Knight Fight slot comes with ELK’s X-iter bonus buy menu, and eligible players will find it on the left-hand side:

• Bonus Hunt - pay 3x your stake to increase your bonus round chances by 4x.
• Golden Apple Feast - pay 10x your stake to get the Golden Apple Basket feature.
• Maximum Grid Size - pay 25x your stake to get the max grid size of 8x8.
• Bonus Round - pay 100x your stake to get a spin that triggers the regular bonus round.
• Super Bonus Round - pay 500x your stake to get a bonus round with the max 8x8 grid size, where all Upgrade symbols upgrade all Crest symbols.

Pros and Cons of Knight Fight

Our Verdict

ELK Studios has achieved remarkable success with their charming Pirots series, with Pirots 3 currently reigning as their most popular release according to our SlotRank system. However, it's somewhat disappointing that ELK has opted for a pure reskin this time around, a move we've rarely witnessed from this highly creative studio. Known for their extensive slot series, ELK typically introduces fresh and exciting elements with each new installment. Unfortunately, Knight Fight game deviates from this pattern, offering little innovation beyond its well-crafted theme and visuals.

That being said, it's difficult not to be charmed by these spirited knights as they navigate the grid, collecting symbols with gusto. The playful quarrels that erupt when 3 knights meet add a touch of lighthearted fun. When the action heats up, Knight Fight ELK Studios delivers exhilarating winning rounds that can extend impressively as various features are unleashed. While the CollectR win system may require some getting used to for newcomers, it's a core element that has contributed significantly to the Pirots series' popularity. This mechanic transforms the slot experience into something akin to a video game, broadening its appeal. Both the original Pirots 2 and Knight Fight possess their own unique charm, providing you with a choice between two distinct worlds.

Despite its undeniable entertainment value, the release feels somewhat superfluous. ELK could have easily incorporated a few tweaks to make this game stand on its own two feet. Additionally, the bonus hunt ante bet, priced at 3x the regular stake, might be too expensive for many players. Offering a lower-priced option that simply doubles the bonus round chances alongside more pricy options could be something to consider for future releases.

It's commendable that ELK has managed to craft 4 new personalities that are as lively and enjoyable to watch as the pirate parrots, and the game's entertainment value is undeniable. ELK remains steadfast in their commitment to a 94 % RTP, resisting the trend of customizable RTP ranges. It’s a bit sad, as we know this RTP is a dealbreaker for some players. The 10,000x max win is solid, but it's also standard fare from this developer. In conclusion, if you enjoyed Pirots 2 but crave a change of scenery, Knight Fight offers a viable alternative. However, with many players already captivated by Pirots 3, only time will tell if ELK chooses to create a reskin of that game as well.