Wild Wild Pearls

Wild Wild Pearls Review

Ladies and gents, get comfortable - today we have a wild wild review of Wild Wild Pearls. This slot is part of the Wild Wild series. Under the sea, things are stirring. With a water-world theme and a host of features swimming around, this slot game might just make some waves. Still, can Wild Wild Pearls provide enough fun to engage players in the long term, or will it sink without a trace? Today we will dive into the depths and see what treasures lie beneath the surface.

So as not to deviate from our little tradition, let's talk about the slot developer first. If you are just getting acquainted with iGaming - I advise you to take a closer look at the games of this company. This company has pleased players around the world with its content for a decade. In their portfolio, there are already almost 700 games, which, you must agree, is impressive. Famous for its high-quality visuals, diverse features, and innovative mechanics, this company continues to churn out games that excite and engage. Wild Wild Pearls game is their latest offering, and it’s clear they’re hoping this aquatic adventure will reel in some serious attention.

So what about gameplay? This water world adventure takes place on a 6x4 layout with 576 betways, giving players plenty of opportunities to land winning combinations. Game mechanics are diverse enough but don't overwhelm you. You can expect free spins, fixed jackpots, and wilds - pretty common things, eh? Welp, not really. You see, there is an interesting approach to wilds paired with a cash collection feature, but we will talk about it a little bit later. Lastly, the Bonus Buy option lets impatient players jump straight into the action, bypassing the need to wait for those elusive bonus symbols.

Let’s talk numbers. Wild Wild Pearls arrives with a nice RTP of 96.46%, but beware of the range - it can drop to 95.47% or even 94.54%, depending on where you play. Not the most player-friendly move, but it’s something we’ve come to expect with variable RTPs. The hit frequency of 27.86%, paired with high volatility, means that those wins might not be so common, but they will definitely hit like a truck. The max win is a respectable x5,000 of your stake, offering a decent goal to chase.

Wild Wild Pearls Features

I think it's time to bug Mr. Poseidon and find out what he's got going on at the bottom of that sea.

Wilds

Mr. Poseidon himself plays the role of a wild, so let's quickly highlight this one, for I don't want him to poke my eye out with his pitchfork. At its core, it is the same ol’ wilds that we're used to. They substitute for all symbols except Bonus, Super Bonus, and Money symbols. Also, it is worth mentioning that they can appear only on the first and second reels.

Cash collect feature

Don’t forget that we are on the pearl hunt today, so let’s talk about them. Seashells with those pearls are Money symbols in this slot and can appear on reels from 2 to 6. At every spin, all Money symbols take a random value from a predefined set. To trigger the Cash collection feature you need to land Wilds on reels 1 and 2 alongside adjacent Money symbols on reels 3, 4, 5, or 6, forming on a left-to-right pay way - by meeting this a little bit overwhelming requirements, all Money symbols will be collected.

Possible values of Money Symbol are:

• Direct money award: 0.5x, 1x, 2x, 3x, 4x, 5x, 6x, 8x or 10x of selected bet.
• Jackpot values (can appear only on reel 6) of MINI, MINOR, MAJOR, or MEGA: 25x, 50x, 75x, or 100x of selected bet respectively.

Wild Wild Pearls also has multipliers: x2 for reel 3,4 and x4 for reel 5,6. If a full reel of Money symbols is collected, the multiplier at the top is applied to the total amount of that collection. If there are more multipliers in one collection, they are added to each other.

Free spins

To kick off the Free Spins feature, land Wild symbols on reels 1 and 2, along with a Bonus or Super Bonus symbol on reel 3. Doing so will trigger either the Free Spins or Super Free Spins feature, depending on the symbol combination.

When you enter the standard Free Spins mode, you’re granted 10 spins to start. During this feature, the Money Collect Mechanic becomes active, and additional Money symbols appear on the reels, offering more chances to rack up wins.

If you’re lucky enough to trigger the Super Free Spins, things get even more exciting. Multipliers come into play, with reels 3 and 4 boasting an x3 multiplier, and reels 5 and 6 offering an x5 multiplier, dramatically enhancing your payout potential.

Retriggers are on the table too. By landing Wild symbols on reels 1 and 2 and a Bonus symbol on reel 3 during the Free Spins feature, you can snag 5 extra spins. This can happen up to two times in a single feature. The Super Free Spins also allow for retriggers with the same combination, but here’s the kicker: each retrigger doubles the multipliers on top of the reels, pushing your wins into astronomical territory.

Bonus Buy

If you’re sick of grinding to get those features that only trigger in the 3rd phase of the moon before the fall solstice, you can use the Bonus buy feature. This mechanic provides direct access to FS for the price of x75 of the selected bet or to Super Free spins for x150 of your bet.

Bonus Bet

Here’s the deal with the Bonus Bet in Wild Wild Pearls - it's all about tweaking your gameplay to suit your style. To keep things simple, this slot has quite a standard approach to bonus bets: the spin has an extra cost that doesn't go to the payouts but in exchange offers a double chance to trigger features.

Theme & Graphics

Visually, the game does a decent job capturing the water world vibe. The reels are set against a shimmering underwater backdrop, complete with coral reefs and schools of fish. The animations are smooth enough to keep things lively, while the soundtrack adds a touch of Disney’s cartoons. It’s not groundbreaking, but it gets the job done for an underwater-themed slot.

The symbols fit well with the theme, with card suits stylized as gems and marine creatures like the octopus and starfish adding some charm. While it doesn’t completely blow you away, Wild Wild Pearls creates a pleasant underwater atmosphere that complements its gameplay features.

Pros And Cons of Wild Wild Pearls

Pros	Cons
Nice water-world theme with high-quality visuals	Variable RTP can dip below average
Packed with features like free spins, multipliers, and fixed jackpots	High volatility may not suit all players
Decent max win potential (5,000x)
Bonus Buy feature for instant access to the action

Verdict

Wild Wild Pearls delivers a solid underwater escapade with its vibrant visuals and engaging features, but it doesn’t quite reach legendary depths. The Free Spins and Super Free Spins provide some thrilling moments, especially with their multiplier boosts, and the Money Collect feature adds a layer of excitement. Still, the RTP ranges might make some players hesitate, so it’s not exactly smooth sailing.

I can’t say that Wild Wild Pearls is the shiniest pearl in their arsenal, but it’s far from a bad pick. If you’re fond of aquatic themes or engaging yet not overwhelming gameplay, this slot might just be worth diving into. It’s no Poseidon’s treasure, but it’s a decent catch.