Eye of the Panda Review
I can't work out if the Wild Panda is a bouncer offering some kind of security at this late-night burger joint or if he's just some overweight bear who thought he’d open a business. Either way, what he brings to the party is the potential to boost your wins with fabulous multipliers.
Design
There is a certain oddness about Eye of the Panda and it isn't immediately clear that this is some sort of backstreet oriental cafe that steers clear of stereotypical dishes that you might expect. Instead, you are treated to shakes, ice creams and burgers—a very eclectic combination for those on their way home after a night on the town.
The slightly eerie music moves into the strangest of Oriental trap sounds as the free spins trigger and make for a wonderfully mixed-up finale.
Gameplay
The Multiplier Pandas are the constant throughout this game and you'll enjoy watching them land at any point. They can boost your balance during the base game but it is the Free Spins Bonuses that will start to really benefit from these disgruntled hairy faces the most. You may have the option of selecting your own bonus game if you live outside the UK and are prepared to pay 100x or 200x for the features.
Win Potential
This menacing bear isn't just hiding a cheeseburger under his armpit! He's also got a stash of 10,000x waiting to be won by some lucky players. The volatility setting is 3/5 and you can expect a top RTP of 96.26%. However, this will vary slightly if you are able to use the direct buy-in options.
My Verdict
There's nothing normal about Eye of the Panda and given Hacksaw Gaming's track record, I wasn't really expecting to maintain my sanity while reviewing this slot! The math model is clever and I like the way that the Wild Pandas have a varied journey through different parts of the production. If you like your slots a little different and aren't too worried about losing your grip on reality, then give this panda a poke.
Paul spent plenty of time in arcades up and down the UK discovering all of the best fruit machines and watching them grow into the incredible online slots we see today. He still loves the basic format but also has a soft spot for games with big bonus rounds that progress as you play. Immortal Romance is one of his favourite slots of all time.
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