This game has been on the market since 2004 but is still very popular among players of online casino games. This is probably due in part to the nostalgic value of the game. Microgaming’s Thunderstruck video slot may just have been many people’s first introduction to online gambling.
How does the Thunderstruck video slot work?
The playing field of the Thunderstruck video slot is high up in the clouds. With the standard 5 reels and 3 row grid of themed symbols, it's up to you to create the winning combinations. You have a total of 9 variable paylines to do so.
Winning combinations are created from left to right on the reels. You need at least 2 similar symbols on the reels for this. You decide how many coins you want to play with per payline, from 1 to 5.
Based on a game with all 9 variable paylines active, the minimum bet costs you C$0.09 per spin. The maximum bet is C$ 45 per spin.
Variance and payout percentage of Thunderstruck
The theoretical payout percentage of 96.1 percent is slightly higher than the average online casino video slot, so fine.We estimate the variance of the Thunderstruck video slot to be medium.
Symbols and payouts
Apart from the familiar card symbols, all other symbols of the Thunderstruck video slot refer to the Norse mythology theme
The high win symbols from the base game consist of Thor's legendary hammer and a picture of his hand on the handle of the hammer. 5 of A Kind of these high win symbols will each earn you 750 coins per payline.
If you spin 5 of A Kind of the castle symbol, you will earn 400 coins per payline. The symbols with the lightning bolt and the horn are both good for 250 coins per payline on 5 of A Kind.
Furthermore, you have the low win symbols consisting of the familiar card symbols A, K, Q, J and 10. 5 or A Kind of these low win symbols earns you a maximum of 125 coins per payline.
The Wild symbol can be recognized by the portrait of Thor. The Thor Wild symbol substitutes for all other symbols in the game except the scatter symbol. I'll explain the function of the scatter symbol and what it can earn you in a moment. It's good to know that the Thor Wild symbol doubles all winning combinations.
By the way, if you manage to spin 5 of A Kind from the Wilds, you'll be able to grab 10,000 coins!
Gamble Feature
The Thunderstruck video slot also gives you the opportunity to take a mini gamble in the Gamble Feature. By simply choosing the right color or card symbol you can potentially double or quadruple your winnings. However, the game has a more interesting feature that can earn you even better prizes.
Free Spins Bonus Game Feature
The scatter symbol can be recognized by the picture with 2 rams. If you spin 3 or more of the scatter symbol then you trigger the Free Spins Bonus Game Feature. You then win a cash prize that can be up to 500 x your total bet and 15 free spins.
During the free spins the winning combinations are also multiplied by 3x.
On top of this comes the multiplier offered by the Thor Wild symbol and so a winning combo with a Wild earns you 6 x your total bet.
During the Free Spins Bonus Game Feature you can earn another 15 free spins if you spin 3 or more of the scatter symbol.
Final verdict on the Thunderstruck video slot
The Thunderstruck video slot is a lot older than most games you will find online. If we compare it to today's games offer it is a simple video slot with no high quality graphics. What makes it all the more special is that the game is still popular among a large group of players. The Free Spins Bonus Game is not a complicated feature with a lot of fuss but it can be very profitable. If you ask us, the Thunderstruck video slot can last for a while yet. 3.5 out of 5 stars.
