Epic Ape Slot Machine

Pros

• Potentially unlimited free spins mode. Even if they do come to an end, the possibility to win 100 more free spins excites us. This is a rarity on online slots.
• Nice look and feel. The Epic Ape slot takes players to the heart of the jungle, and the sights and sounds are all authentic, further adding to a great atmosphere.

Cons

• It’s all about the free spins. Some players won’t appreciate this and prefer greater diversity with their bonus features.

Top Jackpots

The largest pay-outs on Epic Ape are all awarded for matching six of the animal symbols across a single win line. We’ve listed the prizes for each below:

• Ape = 300x the line bet.
• Panther or Leopard = 250x the line bet.
• Chameleon or Frog = 200x the line bet.

Game Features

Free Games

It’s possible to win a huge 100 free games on Epic Ape. To trigger the bonus mode players must land between three and six of the “free games” symbol anywhere on the reels. We’ve listed how many of the free games will be awarded for each number of symbols landed below:

• Three symbols = 8 Free Games.
• Four Symbols = 15 Free Games.
• Five Symbols = 25 Free Games.
• Six Symbols = 100 Free Games.

In addition, the free spins can be retriggered during the bonus feature. The retriggering requirements are slightly different to those used to activate the mode to begin with. Again, we’ve listed them below:

• Two symbols = 5 Free Games.
• Three Symbols = 8 Free Games.
• Four Symbols = 15 Free Games.
• Five Symbols = 25 Free Games.
• Six Symbols = 100 Free Games.

Players should note that free games can be triggered infinitely.

“Wild” Multipliers

The diamond “wild” symbol can substitute for all other symbols except the “free games” one. When this forms part of a winning combination, it can also randomly multiply the winnings by 2x, 3x, or 5x during the free games mode.

Stacked Apes

As well as being the title star of Epic Ape and the highest paying symbol on the game, the ape icon also appears stacked on all reels. This substantially increases the likelihood of a player dropping a large win.

All Ways 4,096

Rather than using traditional win lines, the Epic Ape slot machine instead favours a “ways to win” system. This means that matching symbols in any position on consecutive reels will trigger wins.

Regular Symbols

In addition to the high paying animal symbols, there are also some that pay lesser prizes. As is typical on modern online slot machines, these are represented by the upper end of a standard deck of playing cards (A, K, Q, J, 10, 9). Being as the slot has six reels instead of five, we’ve again listed the prizes for hitting six-of-a-kind of each below:

• Ace or King = 150x the line bet.
• Queen or Jack = 120x the line bet.
• 10 or 9 = 100x the line bet.

Betting Limits

Since Epic Ape uses a “ways to win” system in favour of win lines, players cannot adjust the number of lines played per spin. However, in terms of pricing, the slot plays as if there were 40 win lines active at once.

Players can only adjust the coin value on each spin. Here, the lowest value is just 1p and the highest is R40. This makes the minimum bet per spin just 40p and the maximum a somewhat underwhelming R1 700. Granted, most players won’t be discouraged by this upper betting limit. However, some high rollers might pass on Epic Ape based on it.

Overall Rating

The Epic Ape slot machine from Playtech will certainly appeal to a great many players. Firstly, it has a solid theme and the tasteful art style complement this well. Next there is the fact that players can win up to 100 free spins during the base game. What’s more, these can be retriggered infinitely. Add on the occasional multiplier during free spins and this bonus could be incredibly lucrative.

Unfortunately, that’s pretty much all the game has got to offer. For fans of diverse bonus features, the gameplay might get stale quickly.