Bell Wizard

Wazdan once again combines the vintage and the new in Bell Wizard. This five-reel slot features many of the trappings of retro slot gaming, right down to the triple bar symbols, but combines that approach with an enchanting modern one, where a benevolent wizard uses magic to increase win size.

Theme

There’s a funny asymmetry at the center of this slot, where the five reels are framed by an otherworldly, greenish mist. Gaming symbols include many of the classic icons found in slot gaming history: lemons, plums, cherries, pears, oranges, watermelons, and bar symbols appearing in single, double, or triple. Bell symbols act as scatter, triggering free games, while the joker acts as wild. A bearded wizard also appears, doubling all wins in which he is involved and bearing a striking resemblance to Albus Dumbledore. The sound design is simultaneously atmospheric and manic, sometimes soothing with high strings, sometimes with a rock n’ roll guitar lick, with digital sound effects announcing spins and wins throughout. Sorcery and fruit may be an odd combination, but in an online gaming sector packed with endless themes of Ancient Egypt and Chinese New Year themes, something new is a delight to behold.

Betting Options and Functions

Wazdan slots usually share an outstanding attention to detail – their slogan “passion for gaming,” rings true in their work – and this slot is no exception. There are 9 fixed paylines, each paying from left to right. Coin value can be set from 0.01– 1.00 for a total per-spin bet adjustable from 0.09 – 9.00 times the betting currency. All bets can also be expressed in coins, if players prefer. Autoplay is available for up to 1000 spins at a time, with optional limits for wins or losses above a certain size. Quick spin is also an option for players who prefer a quicker tempo. In a trademark Wazdan feature, players can choose low, medium, or high volatility for their gaming experience, each resulting in different frequency and size of wins. Game rules, paytable information, and player settings are available on separate screens. Unfortunately, RTP information is not available.

Features

The central bonus of Bell Wizard is its free spin feature, which is triggered by the appearance of three or more of the bell scatter symbols. 10, 15, or 20 free spins will be awarded. During the feature, the wizard makes his presence known, doubling all wins. The feature can be re-triggered.

In addition, Wazdan’s design team includes gamble feature here, which can be played for up to seven rounds on any win. It’s a simple double-or-nothing feature, where players try to correctly guess the color of the next playing card to be drawn from the deck. A correct answer doubles the win size while an incorrect one reduces the win to zero. Players can collect half or all of their winnings at any time, making this feature a little less risky for those who choose the former option.

Our Take

There is something deeply endearing about this well-built slot – the odd marriage of Harry Potter-esque sorcery with vintage fruit slot gaming symbols doesn’t quite match, but has the winning charm of a purposefully unmatched pair of socks on someone otherwise elegantly dressed. Its only blemish is the decidedly un-magical lack of RTP information, which is a serious oversight indeed: players who might otherwise be drawn to this title will receive no assurances of the odds they will receive.