Mega Joker

Players seeking more of a classic slot experience free of the trappings of modern-day offerings should look no further than Mega Joker.

The 3-reel, 3-row NetEnt slot bears very little resemblance to other titles in the developer’s 200+ strong catalogue and lacks the bells and whistles of more complicated video slots, but there is plenty here to keep players occupied - especially its progressive jackpot.

Let’s take a look at the main features of this charming slot that continue to win fans several years following its entry into the market.

Design

Looks-wise, Mega Joker lacks the visual polish of modern-day games, but this is somewhat to be expected given its relatively early release date of October 2013. The slot mimics the countless fruit-machines found up and down countries across the world, both in its design and gameplay.

Fittingly, expect to find traditional symbols like lemons, melons, bells and cherries appearing on the reels, while the golden treasure chest represents the high paying symbol.

Gameplay

Being a vintage slot, don’t expect to find any elaborate bonus rounds in Mega Joker. In the base game, wins are had by lining up matching symbols across adjacent reels, similar to the countless other slot titles on the market.

A trio of cherries dishes up the meanest rewards, with the base game’s juiciest prizes paid out when you line up three treasure chests.

Whenever you score a win on the lower set of reels, this prompts you to select from two options. Either decide to Collect your winnings, or Gamble these on the upper set of reels, also known as the Supermeter, and this is the game’s centrepiece feature.

Supermeter

As mentioned, the Supermeter comes into play once you’ve made a winning combo on the lower reels, and you’ve opted to gamble your winnings.

Note, though, that you only stand a chance at this round by wagering the maximum bet of 10x the coin value. Once this feature is enabled, the reels will spin with the same value as your last round. Four separate betting levels then let you wager from 20 up to 200 coins, and give you a shot at a maximum 2,000 coin win with every spin.

Look out for the addition of new Mystery Jokers landing on the reels, which promise mystery rewards that are more generous than those in the base game.

The Supermeter represents a nice add-on to the base game and gives players the chance to boost their returns in this decidedly retro offering.

There is one other overriding appeal of the game, which we’ll touch upon below.

Progressive Jackpot

Landing a trio of Joker Symbols in a row triggers the game’s Progressive Jackpot, which typically pays out an average €30,000 every week to one lucky player.

That prize may pale in comparison to the much more premium jackpots lying behind other games like Mega Moolah or Mega Fortune, and isn’t likely to convert scores of high rollers, but the truth is this is a nice touch to an otherwise rudimentary slot devoid of features.

Volatility

Mega Joker boasts one of the highest RTPs found anywhere on the entire gambling market, and represents terrific value for slot players. Coupled with the title’s maximum volatility rating (10/10), there’s ample reason to give this game a go - whether you’re old-school or new-age.

Mega Joker on Mobile

Despite its age and limited gameplay, players can take their slot action on the go in Mega Joker, with the game supported by most modern mobile platforms.

The Verdict

Mega Joker is not for everyone; the unashamedly vintage theme is sure to limit the game’s appeal. Its look and feel may well to deter the more demanding modern-day player driven by complex bonus rounds and cinematic intros, but with its progressive jackpot, incredibly high RTP and addition of the Supermeter feature, Mega Joker continues to mix it with the more advanced slots of today and for this provider NetEnt deserve credit.

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FAQs

How do you trigger the Supermeter in Mega Joker?

This is activated by selecting the 'Gamble' option after forming a winning combination on the lower reels.

Does Mega Joker feature a Progressive Jackpot?

Yes it does, which normally pays out the equivalent of around €30,000 every single week.

What is Mega Joker's RTP?

The slot comes with one of the highest RTP (Return to Player) scores in the entire online industry, at 99%.