Aldo's Journey is an adventurous slot game developed by Yggdrasil Gaming that invites players to accompany a traveling merchant named Aldo on his quest for riches across various cultures and cities. The game features a unique 5×5 grid layout with 65 paylines, allowing players to form winning combinations as they explore the vibrant and colorful world Aldo traverses.
A key feature of Aldo's Journey is the Journey Wilds mechanic. Aldo acts as a wild symbol that moves around the grid with each spin, enhancing the chances of landing winning combinations. When he lands in the center of the grid with three Free Spin symbols, players trigger the Free Spins feature, which grants seven free spins. Depending on where Aldo lands, players can activate one of five distinct free spin modes based on different countries Aldo visits, including Italy, Mongolia, Persia, and China. Each mode offers unique benefits such as increasing multipliers, symbol removal, sticky wilds, or wild trails left by Aldo.
Additionally, the Wild Time feature can occur when Aldo stops on the central tile during a spin. This feature adds between three to nine random wild symbols to the reels and applies a multiplier of up to x4 to any wins from that spin. If this occurs during free spins, the multiplier remains active for the duration of the bonus round.
With an RTP of 96.1% and high volatility, Aldo's Journey offers an engaging experience for players seeking both frequent wins and opportunities for larger payouts. The betting range accommodates various player preferences, starting from a minimum stake of 0.20 up to a maximum of 100 per spin.