Among the huge amount of online video slots now on the market, there are a number of names you’ll recognise. From Hollywood blockbusters to popular television franchises, whether it’s the big or small screen, there’s a good chance there is a related slot game available on the internet. While it might not come as a major surprise that the likes of big-budget names such as Terminator, Game of Thrones, Lord of the Rings and a host of Marvel movies have gone down extremely well with slot fans, it might be a little surprising that those so-called “tacky” reality shows have also been a hit when adapted to video slot games.
So the question is, can ‘bad’ television make good slot games? Well, here are three examples that prove you can.
I’m A Celebrity! Get Me Out Of Here!!
I’m A Celebrity! returns to the television screens of millions each year despite the fact very little about the programme has changed over the series. While the names of the contestants change each year, Ant and Dec, the disgusting challenges, in-camp arguments and lingering shower shots have made this one of the most-watched series on British television. But even if you’re not a fan of the annual jungle-based japery, there’s a good chance you’ll be won over by this Microgaming created slot game. If you head to 32Red, a popular online casino for UK gamers, you’ll be able to play this five reel slot boasting 40 paylines, complete with sounds, graphics and visuals from the show. For a show that might split the audience, this slot game has everything you could want and with a very tempting jackpot.
BullsEye
Based on the classic darts-related game show, Bullseye fans can now play a bit of Bully when at the online casino thanks to this impressive five reel video slot. One of the most popular game shows on British television in the 1980s and 1990s, Bullseye still boasts a relatively loyal fan-base, who can still enjoy reruns of the show on TV now. Boasting retro graphics from the show, all your favourites are represented in this game.
When the prize board is triggered, the Bully’s Prize Board Bonus allows you to select from five sections that could lead you to a bonus range that can return prizes of two and 15 times the original bet. Prizes are symbolised by classic Bullseye prizes, a ghetto blaster, a carriage clock and, of course, a speedboat, with the Scatter Board then played on a dart board.
The Osbournes
A pioneer of reality television, The Osbournes showed us the incredible and often crazy life of rock legend Ozzy Osbourne and his family. While the show stopped airing in 2005, you can still enjoy one of rock’s wildest families with this five reel, 20 payline online slot game. Using pictures of the family and Osbourne-related items, each of which represents a different winning multiplier, this slot is as popular for very generous jackpots as it is for its theme. As well as all your favourite characters from the show, the appearance of the Osbourne’s beloved dog, Mini, on the slot rewards you with free spins and a multiplier. You can use Quick Spin if you want to speed up the play, and the AutoPlay mode will make your bets and plays for you for a specified amount of spins with a game you’ll find at 32Red and Roxy Palace.
Catchphrase
Say what you see. Based on the classic British television game show which is still running, Catchphrase is a five reel, 20 payline slot game. Packed with three interesting bonuses, the Catchphrase Logo represents the wild, doubling all those following wins. While the first bonus feature sees you revealing free spins or multipliers from a nine-square board, the second bonus allows you to win sizeable prizes upon the completion of puzzles when three or more Catchphrase bonus symbols. The third bonus feature comes when three or more of the ‘Super Catchphrase’ bonus symbols appear anywhere on the board, taking you to a new screen showing the Super Catchphrase board where you press the buzzer and attempt to complete a line across the letter board.
