Mandarin Tiger is a new slot game developed by Rival, set to release on September 16, 2024. The game features an Asian theme, centered around tigers and a temple setting. It utilizes a standard 5×3 grid layout with 15 paylines.
The visual design of Mandarin Tiger incorporates vibrant Asian-inspired elements. The game is set against the backdrop of a majestic temple, creating an immersive atmosphere. The primary focus of the theme is the tiger, particularly emphasized by the presence of roaring tigers with glowing emerald eyes, which are described as guarding the treasures within the temple.
Mandarin Tiger includes several special symbols and features:
- Wild Symbol: The game features a wild symbol that substitutes for other symbols to create winning combinations. It can replace all symbols except for scatters.
- Scatter Symbol: Scatter symbols can appear anywhere on the reels. They trigger the Free Spins bonus round and offer scatter pays, which award prizes regardless of their position on the reels.
- Free Spins Bonus: This feature is activated by landing three or more scatter symbols. The bonus awards 10 free spins, along with an additional payout based on the number of scatters that triggered the feature:
- 3 scatters: 10 Free Spins + 18.75
- 4 scatters: 10 Free Spins + 56.25
- 5 scatters: 10 Free Spins + 1,875.00
The game's paytable includes various symbols with different payout values. The highest-paying regular symbol offers 9,375.00 for five on a payline, while the lowest-paying symbols award 125.00 for a five-of-a-kind combination.
Mandarin Tiger offers three different RTP (Return to Player) settings: Low at 92.39%, Medium at 94.59%, and High at 96.52%. The game is classified as having low volatility, which suggests more frequent but potentially smaller wins.
A notable feature of Mandarin Tiger is its mobile-friendly design. Rival has implemented a new Portrait-First mobile UI, ensuring smooth gameplay on mobile devices. Additionally, the game includes a Turbo Speed button for players who prefer faster-paced gameplay.