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Game supplier: Mancala gaming
Release date:05/2020
RTP:95%
Volatility:Low
Max. win:bet x 2555
Mobile version:Support all devices
Volatility
Freespins
Paylines from both sides
Scatter symbols
Bonus symbols
Wild west
Heroes & villains
Cartoon
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Expert's review Trystan Michielsen
Slot tested
Guns ‘n Heat is a slot that takes place in the blistering sun of the Wild West, where riches and danger are both around the corner. Players are invited to come join and watch how Wilds, a Bonus Game and Free Spins can change someone’s life.
If you are familiar with Mancala Gaming then you’ll likely have a good idea what the gameplay for 2020’s Guns ‘n Heat will be like. The slot offers many of the same features as well as a similar look as their other slots, such as Kings & Dragons and Huge Catch. Just like in those games the graphics are fine, giving us a collection of items and symbols that remind us of the Wild West.
The game features a 5-reel, 4-row playing field with 25 paylines that count both ways. This makes the slot pretty liberal with its wins, owing to the Low Volatility it is listed at. I found this to be close to my experience as well. The game is clearly set in the West of America as we can see a cactus, rattlesnake and even a sheriff on the side of the screen.
I thought the sound design was pretty good, using the classic western music as a backdrop. It doesn’t go out of its way to be very noticeable or exciting but it does its job of setting the tone quite well. Other sound-effects include shots ringing out whenever there’s a win or galloping horses when the reels spin.
Symbols
Guns ‘n Heat doesn’t use completely original symbols, instead using the standard split between low- and high-paying symbols. While the high-paying ones are made to fit the theme with guns, tomahawks and dynamite the low-paying symbols are simple card letters on a wooden board. It’s nothing shocking but it does detract from the theme somewhat. The letters are at least made to somewhat look like what you’d expect on a saloon sign.
While playing, these symbols can show up on your screen:
Whenever one of the symbols is on a winning bet line they will be highlighted, the payline is shown and there will be a brief animation. The animation is usually nothing more than the symbols slightly jiggling or zooming in.
Players can pick a bet between £0.25 and £22.25 per spin to make the game as exciting as they are comfortable with. I found the slot to keep pretty close to my starting funds, mostly due to the low volatility. Still, I would suggest you start with a lower bet to get a feel for the gameplay.
Features
Just like the other Mancala Gaming slots, Guns ‘n Heat uses a series of features that most players will already be familiar with. They are popular for a good reason, plus they are easy to explain. However, if you’re looking for something truly unique or innovative you won’t find that here either.
The features that are included in this game are:
Most of the time, players will see the Paylines Both Ways feature activate. This does exactly what it says. Where the majority of slots only count paylines running from left to right, Guns ‘n Heat also does the reverse.
Wilds were also a big part of the game as they showed up regularly. The Wilds were prone to helping in getting a win, although this was obviously not a guarantee. Even so, it was rare for any win to be more than 3 symbols long. This contributes to the low volatility where a win is likely but they won’t be very big.
The Bonus Game was probably the most exciting part of the game. Only requiring a single symbol to trigger, this appeared quite often. When it did, I got to pick 1 of 5 Chests, usually hiding 3 coin wins and 2 free spins but this could change too. The coins are awarded immediately and picking the free spins will trigger the free spins mode.
It’s also possible to activate the free spins mode with free spins symbols but these were exceedingly rare and as far as I saw they never activated the free spins mode this way. I would only activate it by picking the right chest during the bonus game.
In Conclusion
Whether this is your first slot by Mancala Gaming or you have played others by this studio before, the experience will feel very familiar. The slot has a selection of popular features wrapped together in a nice-looking package and a suitable soundtrack.
The game, therefore, feels very much like it was made for the casual centre of slot players. People who enjoy a simple but sturdy slot that offers everything people have to expect without trying to do anything overly original or difficult.
The max. win of 2,555x your bet is a nice incentive to give it a try and I’m sure most players will enjoy their time with this slot. If you’re looking for something more unique you might want to give this game a pass, however, since they didn’t seek to offer anything of the sort.
Overall rating:
2.8Game design:
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RTP (Return to Player):95%
Volatility:Low
Max. win:bet x 2555
Min. bet:£0.25
Max. bet:£22.25
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Reels:5
Rows:4
Non-standard layout:
Max. lines:25
Min. lines:25
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You can play Guns'n Heat in English, Swedish, Spanish, Italian and 4 other languages.
Guns'n Heat supports GBP, EUR, SEK, NOK and 86 other currencies.
Trystan Michielsen
Trystan Michielsen is a Dutch native who started his career as a content writer for various small businesses who were interested in creating an online presence.
When the opportunity arose to move to Malta and work in the iGaming sector, Trystan didn't hesitate to make the plunge. Here he worked as a Content and SEO specialist for different companies before moving back home.
Now acting as a freelancer he maintains his connection with the online slot community by playing and reviewing the wide variety of videoslots that are released.
Trystan enjoys playing the slots that offer a full experience, focusing on more than just the technical details but keeping an eye on its presentation. Graphics, music and style can create a game that's more than the sum of its parts.
A writer at heart, putting thoughts to paper is something he's done for as long as he remembers. In his free time, he enjoys writing fiction as well as watching and reviewing movies.
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