Crystal Ball

Is that Saruman or Gandalf the White? Neither! It may resemble the famous Lord of the Rings wizards, but it's the main character from Crystal Ball, the online slot from Gamomat. Get your wands at the ready and prepare to delve into a magical adventure with this spell-binding game which is simple yet compelling. And you may just be able to enchant the gameplay into cash prizes too, as there's a top payout of x1000 available to win. 

Magic and fantasy are hugely popular in the world of slots, and you'll find more wizards on the reels than at a Hogwarts reunion. There are plenty from all studios, almost without exception, but if you want to stick to Gamomat, their previous magic themed titles include Golden Touch and Ancient Magic. There's also a follow-on to this slot, Crystal Ball Golden Nights, which has similar features but an extra prize pot that you can play if you're willing to pay a higher stake.  

But back to our Gandalf-Saruman lookalike, and you'll be playing on a standard 5x3 board that includes five fixed paylines. Betting starts at 0.05 and can be increased incrementally up to the max stake of 3.00. Volatility is medium, and this coupled with the modest betting range, and max payout means this is a good slot for beginners and casual players. 

Wizards have to be pretty brave souls if the fantasy films are to be believed, and that’s certainly the case here. With a sinister and foreboding backdrop, dark skies and trees looming, it’s a game that’s spooky in the extreme.  

The low pays on the reels brighten things up a bit with playing card royals in an array of vivid colours. The magic and enchantment make an appearance with the premium symbols, including an amulet inscribed with runes, a unicorn, magical potion and the great wizard himself.  

Every magical person should have a crystal ball, and here it's the wild. The crystal ball can substitute for any of the regular pays, plus it has its own value too. 

This isn't a complex slot, and it's an excellent game for players who don't want anything too difficult or complicated. However, that doesn't mean there are no bonus features at all. 

The game is named Crystal Ball for a reason, and that's because the symbol isn't just the wild. It's the scatter too. Land three or more in a single turn, and you'll unlock the free spins round.  

Before the free spins bonus begins, a symbol will be chosen at random to be enchanted. During the ten free spins, it will expand to cover the full reel if two or more land. You can retrigger the feature by landing three more scatters during the bonus play. 

Although there are no other bonus features, you can increase your winnings if you're willing to take a risk. A Gamble feature is on offer, with either a ladder or card game to play. It's not compulsory, and if you prefer, you can just collect your winnings. However, to bump up your prize, you can take the chance and gamble to double your payout - if you dare!

Crystal Ball from Gamomat is an online slot that's atmospheric and fun, without being too complex. Players can delve into a magical world of slot machines whether they're playing their first game or have more experience. However, with a modest betting range and low max payout, it's unlikely to appeal to high rollers, but will suit newbies and casual players perfectly.