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Pirate Armada

Pirate Armada Microgaming

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RTP94.62%
VolatilityMedium
Provider1x2 Gaming
Reels5
Paylines10

Pirate Armada Specifications

Launch Date2021-01-01
Software1x2 Gaming
Type of SlotVideo slot
ThemePirate
RTP94.62%
VolatilityMedium
Reels5
Paylines10
Paylines TypeFixed
MechanicsWays to Win
Min Bet£0.10
Max Bet£50.00
Max Win110,000x
Max Multiplier2,200x
Bonus FeaturesFree Spins
Scatter SymbolsYes
Bonus RoundsYes
Free SpinsYes
Wild SymbolsYes
Max Jackpot11,000
Progressive JackpotNo
Practice PlayYes
AutoplayNo

A pirate named Blackbeard is the inspiration behind Pirate Armada, designed by 1×2 Gaming exclusively for Microgaming. A solid design but with only one feature is Pirate Armada worthy of becoming a hit?

About Pirate Armada

Played across 5 reels with 10 active paylines, it’s available to play on desktop and mobile devices from 10p up to £50 per spin. Pirate Armada is a medium variance video slot with an RTP of 94.62% and a top prize of 2,200x the total bet.Inspired by Bristol-based Edward Teach (Blackbeard) who ruled the high seas around the world way back in the 1700s.Although visuals are paired back somewhat the theme is what you’d expect from a pirate-inspired slot. The reels sit in the middle of a blue sea with a fleet of ships on either side. These are occupied by lower-value royals, alongside a parrot, a pirate ship, and four angry-looking pirate characters. There’s a wild and the scatter is an overflowing treasure chest.

Gameplay

Simplified gameplay with only the free spins feature, there is a chance to bag some decent wins, let’s take a look.The wild can substitute all regular symbols to help provide bigger payouts but does not hold any value on its own. After this, the only other feature is the free spins.3 or more scatters triggers the free spins, 3 scatters – 6 free spins, 4 scatters – 8 free spins and 5 scatters – 10 free spins. During the base game, the scatters have a gold coin attached, once the free spins trigger the value of the coins are added together, each extra scatter you land you’ll receive that coin’s value.

Conclusion

Pirate Armada is a bit of a let-down if I’m honest. The visuals are ok but nothing outstanding and the gameplay is overly simplified with just one feature. The addition of the gold coins helps with prizes but overall, not one that I’d recommend if you are looking for action.

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