Madame Ink

Tattoos have come a long way since LOVE and HATE were inked on knuckles; modern ink is all about incredible artwork. And as a nod to some of the talented tattooists around, Play'n GO have created Madame Ink. This new online slot ventures into the world of tattoos, but this isn't a grimy, back-street dig. Glorious and flamboyant, Madame Ink showcases the very best of Asian-inspired designs that any tattoo-lover would be proud to bear. But there's more here than just a celebration of artistry; cash prizes are also to be won. If the needle falls in your favour, you could be collecting up to x5000 as a top prize. 

Trends come and go, but tattoos have been in vogue for some time. Previously confined to bikers, punks and rebels, almost everyone has a bit of ink these days. And that's reflected in the online slots; there are a surprising number of games that either focus on tattoos or feature them heavily. Alongside Madame Ink, there's also Hot Honey 22 from Mr Slotty, Ink 4 Reel from Gamanza, Hot Ink from Microgaming and Ultimate Ink from Red7. 

If you tear your eyes away from the huge array of sexy tatts on display, it’s time to head back to Madame Ink to play for cash prizes. The game is laid out on a 5x3 grid which includes 243 ways to win. This means there are no traditional paylines; you win by lining up matching symbols on adjacent reels starting from the left. The betting range ensures that every player can enjoy a tattoo, with an accessible 0.10 min bet and a max bet of 100.00 to please the high rollers. The top payout is relatively modest at x5000, and with a medium volatility you can expect a steady flow of smaller prizes. 

If you were to choose any of these tattoos, you'd need a truly skilled artist to be able to do them justice! The game is set in an Oriental-themed parlour with awesome tattoos that are bright, detailed and complex. The visuals are stunning, and if you're someone who appreciates art, these designs will be a treat for your eyes.  

The low pays are represented by playing card suits, but they've had a bit of a facelift. Embellished and ornate, these symbols are beautifully crafted. The attention to detail continues through the premium symbols, too, with a variety of dragons and other mythical creatures ready for inking onto your arm. 

Despite the incredible effort which has gone into the design of the tattoos, Madame Ink isn't a slot that is blessed with lots of features.  

There is a wild on the reels - the inkpot with the dragon head - and this can help you to line up more matches by substituting for regular symbols. If you're lucky, you might be chosen at random for the wild to expand, transforming the entire reels into wilds. This is known as the Wild Ink feature, and with multiple wilds, you can win the same as the top-paying regular symbol.

You may also be randomly awarded the Madame’s Mystery Reel; this changes all the symbols on the centre reel into the same symbol, giving you a better chance of a win. 

Land three of the snake-shaped scatters, and you'll unlock the free spins round. Choose between six free spins with the Madame's Mystery Reel but no Wild Ink or 12 free spins with Wild Ink but no Madame's Mystery. Alternatively, you could pick just three free spins with both Madame's Mystery and Wild Ink active - the choice is yours!

Fans of skin art will enjoy the tattoo theme of Madame Ink from Play'n GO. The theme is immersive, and the design is beautiful, making this an attractive slot to play. The modest number of features, medium volatility and modest max payout means that it's not likely to appeal to high rollers or hardcore players. However, for social or casual slot fans, it's an interesting addition to the catalogue - and well worth a look.