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Top Slot Reviews #712 March 2003
1) Big Top Circus. Sigma: The wagering setup in the primary game is unique, in that the player bets on individual winning symbols rather than on paylines. A player can bet up to five coins on any of the nine winning symbols whenever they are adjacent to each other regardless of reel configurations. Circus symbols such as elephants, lions and a strong man are your main screen icons with a balloon symbol on the third reel rewarding you with a first screen bonus. 'Max the Monkey' moves your balloons across the reels to assist in enhancing the jackpot. Three 'Big Top Tickets' triggers the 'Trapeze Bonus' where Max jumps from one peg to another as selected, revealing a bonus amount. Each bonus accumulates until Max misses a jump and falls into a safety net. Secondly, the 'Cannon Bonus' shoots in when two cannons appear anywhere on the reels. Max is fired from one of the cannons and lands on a pile of bananas revealing a reward of from 3 to 25 times the bet. This new wagering setup produces a game that is worth the 'monkeying around.' 2) Golden Pyramid. Aristocrat: Symbols from ancient Egyptian pyramids are the theme at this slot stop. When 3, 4 or 5 scattered 'Pyramids' occur, 15 free games are won. All wins during these free games are tripled plus more free games are up for grabs. 3) Diamond Destiny. Aristocrat: Diamonds are always a big player attraction and this one promises to 'dazzle' with a bonus screen that represents a multiple-choice grid of diamonds. Touch a gem to discover the hidden amount. Get the same amount twice and that's a win. This game also features the 'Win X 2' and 'Win X 3' symbols where your next touch is multiplied by 2 or 3. If both Win symbols are revealed, your multiplier is upped to 6. 4) Beyond The Reef. Aristocrat: Vividly colored fish, enchanted seahorses, captivating starfish and winsome dolphins inhabit this underground tropical universe. Have I inserted enough 'seaworthy' adjectives? Players uncover buried treasures by winning one of several bonus features. The 'Dolphin Sunset' acts as a wild symbol and 'Treasure Chest' symbols are special scatter pays. For added fun, both symbols animate when in a winning combination. Be sure to listen for the bell announcing that 3, 4 or 5 scattered 'Treasure Chest' symbols have occurred for 15 free games. Now, it's time to swim away, but we will meet again with more slot reviews on dry land very soon. Articles in this Series
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