Something Fruity

Something Fruity is a classic-style fruit-themed video slot developed by Inspired Gaming. Released on January 2, 2022, this game offers a nostalgic gaming experience reminiscent of traditional fruit machines found in pubs and clubs. The slot features a standard 5-reel, 3-row layout with 9 paylines, an RTP of 95.68%, and low volatility.

The slot embraces a retro fruit machine aesthetic, evoking memories of 1990s-era gaming. The background features a simple gradient design, with the reel grid framed to resemble a physical slot machine. The soundtrack complements the visual style, featuring a relaxing beat during regular spins that intensifies during bonus features.

Core Game Mechanics

Something Fruity operates on a straightforward gameplay model:

1. Players win by matching three or more symbols across the 9 paylines, from left to right.
2. Betting options range from $0.20 to $20 per spin.
3. The highest-paying symbol is the Lucky 7, offering up to 100x the stake for a winning combination.
4. The game features a low volatility, suggesting frequent but smaller wins.

Paytable:

• Cherries and Lemons: 5x the bet
• Oranges and Plums: 7.5x the bet
• Watermelons and Grapes: 10x the bet
• Strawberries: 50x the bet
• Lucky 7s: 100x the bet

Bonus Features

1. Joker Wild Card:
   • Appears only on reels 2, 3, and 4
   • Substitutes for other symbols to create winning combinations
   • During Free Spins, the Joker expands to cover entire reels
2. Star Scatter:
   • Triggers faster reel spins
   • Increases the likelihood of winning combinations
   • Three or more Scatter symbols award 5 or more Free Spins
3. Free Spins:
   • Triggered by three or more Scatter symbols
   • Can also be awarded by getting three-of-a-kind combinations with the lowest-paying fruit symbols (lemons, cherries, plums, and oranges)
   • Free Spins can be stacked, potentially leading to extended bonus rounds

An interesting aspect of Something Fruity is its approach to Free Spins. Unlike many slots that rely solely on Scatter symbols to trigger the feature, this game also awards Free Spins for combinations of low-paying fruit symbols. This mechanic adds an extra layer of excitement to standard gameplay, as even smaller wins can lead to potentially lucrative bonus rounds.