Fishin’ Bear

Fishin' Bear, a video slot developed by 3 Oaks Gaming, invites players to a charming fishing adventure brimming with bonus features and the potential for substantial wins. The game presents a lighthearted atmosphere accentuated by cheerful cartoon visuals depicting a serene lake populated by various fish. Players join a jolly bear, the central character, on a fishing expedition packed with exciting bonus features and the promise of lucrative rewards.

The action unfolds on a standard 5×3 reel layout with 25 fixed paylines. While standard playing card symbols (from 9 to Ace) provide base game wins, the true excitement lies in the themed symbols. The Bear symbol reigns supreme, acting as the Wild. It appears exclusively on the middle reel, substituting for all other symbols except Bonus symbols. When the Bear lands on the reels in the company of Bonus symbols (represented by various colorful fish), the Collect Feature is triggered. During this feature, the Bear gathers the values of all Bonus symbols on the reels, summing them up for a combined and potentially rewarding payout.

Free Spins are another enticing element offered by Fishin' Bear. Whenever the Bear symbol makes an appearance on the reels, it enthusiastically throws Fish into two separate progress meters displayed above the grid. Filling a single meter awards 8 Free Spins, but if both meters are filled simultaneously, players are rewarded with a substantial 16 Free Spins.

The Free Spins round is where Fishin' Bear truly shines. Here, the Bear Wild symbol takes center stage, locking itself in the middle reel throughout the entire Free Spins session, ensuring its presence on every spin. This significantly increases the probability of landing winning combinations. Additionally, the Sticky Fish Feature comes into play, adding another layer of excitement. Any Bonus symbol that lands on the fifth reel becomes sticky, meaning it remains in that position for the duration of the Free Spins. However, these sticky Bonus symbols hold a surprise – their value changes on each spin, adding an element of anticipation and the potential for fluctuating wins that keep the gameplay engaging.

Two other random features can add a splash of excitement to the fishing adventure. Wild Rewind, triggered at random moments during the main game, guarantees the appearance of a Bear Wild symbol on the reels, boosting the chances of forming winning combinations. Similarly, the Fish Rewind feature, also triggered randomly in both the main game and Free Spins, introduces up to three Jackpot symbols (Mini, Minor, Major, or the coveted Grand) onto the reels. Landing these Jackpot symbols can significantly increase winnings and turn the fishing trip into a truly rewarding experience.