Fishin’ Pots Of Gold

Fishin' Pots of Gold is a video slot developed by Gameburger Studios in partnership with Microgaming. Released on January 25, 2022, this medium volatility game combines Irish luck with fishing themes. The slot features a 5×3 grid layout with 10 paylines in the base game, expanding to 5×5 with 20 paylines during the free spins feature. The game offers a maximum win potential of 5,000x the stake and variable RTP settings ranging from 87% to 96.47%.

The slot is set against a serene underwater backdrop, with schools of fish swimming by and four-leaf clover bubbles rising to the surface. This unique setting blends traditional Irish luck symbolism with a fishing expedition theme. The main character is Lucky Lad Flynn, a charming leprechaun who serves as both the wild symbol and the collector of fish prizes.

Fishin' Pots of Gold is part of Gameburger's “Pots of Gold” series, which includes the popular predecessor “9 Pots of Gold.” While the earlier game focused solely on Irish folklore, this iteration introduces the fishing element, creating a novel combination of themes. The slot's visual elements include fishing gear, various fish species, and classic Irish lucky charms, all rendered in a vibrant, cartoonish style that adds to the game's lighthearted atmosphere.

Core Game Mechanics

The base game plays out on a 5×3 grid with 10 paylines. Players can set their bets between €0.10 and €40 per spin. Winning combinations are formed by landing three or more matching symbols on a payline, starting from the leftmost reel. The paytable includes low-value card ranks (9 to A) and high-value themed symbols such as tackle boxes, wellies, fishing lures, floats, and fish.

The game's standout mechanic is the Collect Feature. In the base game, the Lucky Lad Flynn symbol (serving as both wild and collector) appears only on the fifth reel. When it lands simultaneously with fish prize symbols or jackpot symbols, it collects their values for the player. Fish prizes in the base game range from 1x to 25x the bet.

Bonus Features

1. Collect Symbol: The Lucky Lad Flynn symbol acts as both a wild and a collector. In the base game, it appears only on reel 5, while in the free spins, it can appear on all reels. When it lands with fish prize symbols or jackpot symbols, it collects their values.
2. Jackpot Symbols: Four jackpot symbols can appear during gameplay:
   • Mini Jackpot: 15x stake
   • Minor Jackpot: 50x stake
   • Major Jackpot: 500x stake
   • Mega Jackpot: 5,000x stake
3. Free Spins Feature: Triggered by landing 3, 4, or 5 scatter symbols, awarding 10, 15, or 20 free spins respectively. During this feature:
   • The grid expands to 5×5 with 20 paylines
   • An Accumulation Trail is activated above the reels
   • The Collect symbol can appear on all reels
   • Collected Collect symbols are added to the Accumulation Trail
   • Every 3 collected Collect symbols increase the cash fish multiplier and award 5 extra free spins
   • Multiplier values progress as follows: x2, x3, x5, and x10
   • The multiplier only applies to cash fish prizes collected by the Collect symbol
4. Bonus Buy (where available): Players can purchase entry into the free spins feature:
   • 10 free spins for 50x stake
   • 15 free spins for 100x stake
   • 20 free spins for 150x stake Note: The Bonus Buy feature must be triggered organically at least once before becoming available for purchase.

Unique Feature

A standout aspect of Fishin' Pots of Gold is its Accumulation Trail during the free spins feature. This mechanic not only increases the potential value of fish symbols through escalating multipliers but also extends the bonus round by awarding additional spins. The ability to collect up to 12 Collect symbols, potentially reaching a 10x multiplier on fish prizes, adds a layer of excitement and strategy to the bonus round. This progressive system keeps players engaged throughout the feature, as each Collect symbol landed brings them closer to higher multipliers and extended play time.