Created by Play'n GO, the online slot experience titled Beasts of Fire presents an intriguing layout that deviates from the traditional format, featuring 4 reels with rows that vary from 3-4-4-4-3, expanding the ways to win from 576 to an impressive 12,348 possibilities. This game operates on a win mechanism where matching symbols must align from the leftmost reel towards the right, across any row, to secure a win. A minimum of three matching symbols is required for a payout, except for the game's top premium symbol, the buffalo, which generously awards players for landing just two or more.
Following the buffalo in the hierarchy of high-value symbols are four other majestic animals, which include bears, cougars, eagles, and another creature that closely resembles a badger, though its exact species might be subject to interpretation. A combination of five of these premium symbols on the reels can yield winnings that range from 3x to 6x the player's stake. The lower end of the paytable is occupied by the familiar 10-A royals, which deliver returns of 1.2x to 2.5x the stake for securing a five-of-a-kind match. Wild symbols, depicted as serene landscapes, appear on reels 2, 3, and 4, serving the crucial role of substituting for all symbols aside from the scatters and meteors, thereby enhancing the potential for winning combinations.
One of the game's standout features is the Buffalo Stampede, which can be randomly activated during any spin in the base game. This feature significantly boosts the presence of buffalo symbols on the reels, thereby increasing both the hit rate and the likelihood of landing more substantial wins. The Meteor Respin feature is another highlight, triggered by landing a meteor symbol on the third reel. This causes the reels to expand vertically by one row, enhancing the chances of initiating a Buffalo Stampede. Should another meteor symbol land during the respin, an additional respin is awarded, further increasing the height of the reels.
The golden scatter symbol, found on reels 2, 3, and 4, is key to unlocking the Burnin' Power Free Spins, with 10 spins awarded when three scatters appear. Within this mode, the top-paying buffalo symbol is replaced by an even more lucrative fire beast symbol, doubling the payout potential.
