The Crossy Road slot machine is a game developed by Big Fish Games Inc., a well-known company in the world of online gaming. It was released in 2017 and has since gained popularity among players due to its unique theme, engaging gameplay, and generous rewards.
Theme
The game’s theme revolves around a road crossing experience where players are transported to a virtual environment filled with cartoon-style characters. The game is based on the popular mobile app "Crossy Road" which was released Crossy Road free demo in 2014 by Hipster Whale Pty Ltd. In this slot machine version, players assume the role of a character attempting to cross roads, rivers, and other obstacles while collecting rewards.
Design
Upon loading the game, players are greeted with an eye-catching interface that replicates the visuals from the mobile app. The game features colorful graphics, 3D animations, and a dynamic soundtrack. Players can choose their preferred resolution from several options, making it accessible to both desktop users and those using larger screens.
The reels are situated at the top of the screen with various menu buttons below them. To the right is an in-game store where players can purchase additional game features or boosters. On the left side lies a panel showcasing ongoing promotions and tournaments hosted by the casino.
Symbols
As expected, symbols play a crucial role in determining player rewards. The Crossy Road slot machine boasts several unique and standard-paying icons:
- Standard icons: Card suits (Hearts, Diamonds, Clubs, Spades), animals (Dog, Cat, Sheep, Bird)
- Unique icons:
- Characters from the popular mobile app
- Iconic road-related elements like a Stop Sign and Litter Box
- Bonus symbols such as Money Bag and Wild Animals
Payouts
As with other slot machines, payouts are calculated based on winning combinations of matching symbols. The Crossy Road game follows the standard paytable system where symbol values increase from lowest to highest value:
- Standard icons offer modest wins up to 2.5x total bet for five identical cards or animals
- Unique icons come with higher multipliers: 10x, 50x, and 100x total wager on a win using bonus characters
Wilds
The Wild Animal symbol acts as the game’s wild symbol by substituting other icons to form winning combinations. There is no designated multiplier applied to wins made through wild substitutions.
Scatters
To trigger the Free Spins mode or activate special in-game features, players must collect a specific number of scatter symbols. The Bonus Carrot icon serves this purpose as it offers 5x-25x the total wager value based on how many scatters are collected:
- Three bonus carrots: 15 free spins
- Four bonus carrots: 20 free spins with added multiplier (2x, 3x)
- Five or more bonus carrots: 30 free spins and a multiplied reward of up to x50
Bonus Features
Several additional in-game features enhance gameplay beyond regular paylines:
- Road Crossing mode – temporary Wild Animal placement
- Carrot Boosters for increased win potential