Joker Jewels

Nowadays, we have a lot of options for just about any type of slot on the market. Nearly every theme has been explored, different reel sizes and shapes have been tried and all sorts of bonuses have been put into our games. To say the industry has spoiled us for choice would be an understatement! Because of that, it can be nice to go back to the way things were and enjoy a title which plays super simple. With a 5×3 playing field and 5 fixed paylines, this Pragmatic Play release has no bonuses waiting for players. All you get are the reels, the spin button and praying to get lucky and win a jackpot.

The simplicity does not extend to gameplay alone, but also for the theme and graphics. Joker’s Jewels copies the physical machines of old in design, with the reels taking centre stage, the paytable being placed above the reels, and the familiar and still annoying chirp tunes that seem to be mandatory for these types of slots. Still, we have to admit it looks far better than any physical machine ever did. We love the pretty glow between the reels while they are spinning, and something is always trying to catch your attention. The user interface is the same one Pragmatic use in all of their other games, so you should not have any trouble finding what you need.

Joker’s Jewels is played on a 5×3 playing field. Pays are awarded by collecting three or more identical symbols from left to right which follow one of five active paylines. If you are hoping for bonuses or special features, this is the wrong title for you, as it does not even have Wild, let alone anything more serious.

You can wager between $0.05 up to $25 per spin by changing your coin value and the number of coins per payline. This makes for a good bet spread, for the most part. High rollers will, no doubt, feel restricted with a $25 per spin cap, but it does not feel like Pragmatic Play wanted the slot to go in that direction. The game has medium volatility, which shows off both small, frequent pays and the occasional, rare jackpot score. The largest win you can get from Joker’s Jewels is a stunning 5,000x your total bet. The RTP for this Pragmatic release is 96.5%, and that is above average compared to other titles.

Symbols include a blue orb, a diamond, a red gemstone, a pair of clown shoes, bowling pins, a lute and the joker. Special icons include a golden crown as Scatter that can pay from any position.

There are no special features in Joker’s Jewels, so if you like chasing bonuses, you will have to find another slot.