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Game supplier: Yggdrasil
Release date:09/2021
RTP:96%
Volatility:Medium
Max. win:bet x 25000
Mobile version:Support all devices
Max. win
Bonus game or special game
Freespins
Sticky wilds
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Sea & shore
Vikings
Adventure & action
Cartoon
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Expert's review Trystan Michielsen
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Vikings Go Berzerk Reloaded is a new version of the familiar and popular Yggdrasil slot which follows the adventures of a group of intrepid Vikings. This slot features updated graphics, sticky wilds, free spins and the ability to trigger the bonus game manually.
The game was released in 2021 and makes it an excellent example of what this famous studio is capable of. As with the original Vikings Go Berzerk the game is built around a playing field with 5 reels and 4 rows. There are a total of 25 paylines on the screen. Players also can expect the usual elements in slots like this, with wilds and scatters that trigger the free spins mode.
It’s never made a secret that this is an updated version of the original game which came out in 2016. Even though that game still holds up, both in terms of gameplay and graphics, it’s obvious that the designers spent some time updating the look of the game. Although the animations and symbols are still mostly the same, everything looks a lot sharper and nicer. It’s a bit surprising they chose to work on a game that’s only 5 years old but it does pay off.
There are many elements in this slot that are lifted directly from the original game. The changes are mostly under the hood, from the slightly lower RTP to the bigger possible jackpot. I’ll get into those things a bit later. If you were a fan of the first slot you will likely enjoy this one too. Seeing how popular the first Vikings slot was it makes sense for the studio to take the time to slap a new layer of paint on it.
Symbols
Vikings Go Berzerk Reloaded uses the same symbols that were used in the original. Players can expect different coloured coins to act as low-paying symbols. Meanwhile, the band of Vikings take up the role of high-paying symbols. As in the first game, each Viking that appears on the screen can trigger an animation. This sees them fight a mermaid or siren. If the Viking wins, they are turned into a Wild. All of this happens in a special animation.
The game has Medium Volatility with an RTP of 96%. This is slightly below the 96.1% of the original, meaning it’s just a tad less likely you’ll get a win. The RTP itself is also below average to other slots with the same volatility. All of this means that the game isn’t as forthcoming with wins as we would have liked to see, and it’s not really balanced by higher payouts either. It’s only a slight difference but one that can become noticeable over time.
Players can pick the amount they want to bet per spin as usual, with this game allowing bets between £0.25 and £50 per spin. The slot further has a maximum win of 25,000x your bet which is considerably higher than the original’s 4,000x your bet. As such, this can be extra motivation for a player to try out the updated version of that beloved game.
This slot also has the same symbols as the original, which include:
Features
Viking Go Berzerk Reloaded has the same features as the original which means that fans will be able to jump right in. For everyone else, here is a quick overview of the different elements:
The gameplay is focused a lot around the free spins mode. This is activated frequently and can also be triggered manually in certain areas of the world. UK players are unfortunately not able to use this functionality. Whenever the free spins mode is triggered, players can decide if they want to risk the spins. If they do, there is a 50/50 chance that players will either lose all their free spins or add extra ones.
In my experience, I would always pick losing the free spins so I wouldn’t necessarily recommend it. However, getting the free spins mode to activate was not as hard as it is in other slots. Even without using the manual activation, I saw this mode trigger at least a dozen times in my hour of playing. Obviously, this doesn’t mean every player will see it activate that often.
Once in the free spins mode, its usefulness is debatable. There is always the possibility of getting multiple sticky wilds on the screen. When this happens, it’s likely that a player will walk away with a sizeable sum. Unfortunately, this doesn’t happen as much as we’d like to see. I would often end a free spins mode with only a moderate sum. It also makes activating it manually and paying the cost less interesting.
In Conclusion
Vikings Go Berzerk Reloaded is an updated version of a fan favourite and it doesn’t try to hide that fact. The gameplay is practically identical to the original with the changes mostly hidden under the hood. The most noticeable changes are the graphics which look a lot sharper and more energetic. If you enjoyed the first game you’ll surely have a good time with this one.
The game relies heavily on the free spins mode for players to get any big wins. I was pleased to see that it did allow players to activate this mode, either manually or through playing the base game. The gamble function adds another layer to the bonus game but felt a bit irrelevant. Players can risk their starting 7 spins to win an additional 2. That seems like bad math.
That’s also one of my biggest concerns with the game. It never really feels like the player has a shot at big wins. There are too many caveats that will make it hard for a player to come out on top. Obviously, the game now comes with a much higher jackpot but we can see the reason why the developers felt comfortable adding that.
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RTP (Return to Player):96%
Volatility:Medium
Max. win:bet x 25000
Min. bet:£0.25
Max. bet:£50
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Reels:5
Rows:4
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Max. lines:25
Min. lines:25
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You can play Vikings Go Berzerk Reloaded in English, Finnish, Swedish, German and 18 other languages.
Vikings Go Berzerk Reloaded supports GBP, EUR, USD, CAD
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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