Holly Jolly Penguins
What’s more jolly than a penguin? What about a Holly Jolly Penguin? Much better right, well, ironically, this is also the name for the Microgaming crafted 5 reel by 45 pay-line slot that is packed full of different features that are sure to derive excitement from even the coldest hearts.
Spins can be played from as little as 50p per spin (perfect for those practice runs). As you’ve probably already guessed, this is an xmas themed slot that uses penguins as the driving force. What one can see in this slot is a variety of different features that take the player on a cash-driven journey. For example, did you know that there are 2 wild symbols in this slot, both of which are stacked. With wilds there is also scatters so be sure to look out for those as these fellas will trigger the free spin feature where players can multiply their earnings even more. To activate this mode simply match 3 scatter symbols within the winning pay-line and watch the money roll in like snow.
About the Developer
Although there is the word ‘micro’ in their name, don't believe for a second that this is a metaphor for the type of developers Microgaming are. With an established catalogue of online gaming titles, Microgaming have proven time and time again why they should be your go too game devs for entertaining experiences of the bright and colourful side.
About the Game
As we’ve already mentioned, Holly Jolly Penguins is a Microgaming-engineered slot that boasts 5 reels over a very large 45 pay-line board. Bets of-course being placed from as little as 50p up to to £125 per spin. A perfect opportunity for new-starters and veterans to find their footing in all this snow.
Visually speaking, Holly Jolly Penguins does a really good job at creating that xmas spirit. The festive soundtrack also helps in this aspect. This slot is set in the North Pole, so it stands to reason that the symbols featured here be on the same wavelength. Symbols on the reels include a variety of different penguins (we can only assume are holly jolly). Each penguin is different in appearance thus separating them in a numerical sense as well as in a visual sense. The 2 sledding penguins symbol is this slots scatter symbol: the key in unlocking the free games features mentioned previously. If players are lucky enough to get the sledding penguins symbol on specific reels, they will earn 80 free spins instantly. A great incentive to keep running those reels!
The Verdict
Holly Jolly Penguins is one of Microgaming’s best efforts to date, what these guys have achieved here is nothing short of inspiring. The cartoon scapes play perfectly with the light-hearted nature of this slot. As far as winter adventures go in the online slot world, this is a definite stand-out. Not just for what you see at face-value, but what lays underneath. Do yourself a favour and play this slot today. 8/10