The Champions

In the base game, you see a standard grid of 5 reels on 3 rows with 25 fixed lines. After uploading, you need to select a team - it's just a colour, there is no difference in the odds. On each spin, a "goal" appears on the reels, and if the winning combination coincides with this zone, a multiplier is activated, which is added to the winnings. This mechanic adds the feeling that you yourself influence the game, and although in fact it is still pure randomness, the emotions are different. The usual symbols are balls, boots, referee whistles, gloves, and the most expensive are team logos. All symbols are made in a sporty style, without unnecessary complications. The gameplay is fast, the spins are easy, wins come often, and there is almost no particular lull.

The main feature is the "Bonus Kicks". If you land three Scatter symbols with a soccer ball on the reels, the bonus game is triggered, where you are given five "shots on goal". Before each shot, you choose where to hit (top, bottom, centre, etc.), and then the slot shows whether there was a goal. Each successful hit increases the total multiplier, and at the end of the bonus, the entire win for the round is multiplied by the sum of these multipliers. You can also get additional blows if you are lucky - which adds intrigue. There is no bonus buy, everything is only by Scatter. In general, the bonus is dynamic, unlike many boring free spins.

The symbols are completely dedicated to football: there is a golden ball (Scatter), and the team logo (the most valuable symbol), and various sports accessories. The biggest payouts are for the five team logos on the line, followed by balls, gloves, boots, and whistles. Wild in the game is a cup, it replaces any basic symbols and helps to collect big wins. Scatter not only triggers the bonus, but also gives an additional payout on its own. Combinations of regular symbols most often bring small prizes, and the maximum potential is only through the bonus and hitting the target on the reels.

The maximum win is x2000 of the bet, which is fair for an average slot. To do this, you need to collect a successful series in the bonus game with maximum multipliers and catch the top symbols. In practice, of course, the bulk of the winnings revolve around x50-x300 per bonus. Volatility is average - there are series of idle spins, but in general, the slot does not eat up the balance as hard as more "greedy" machines.

The graphics are bright, but without overload - the field, stands, symbols in the style of sports broadcasts. The animations are smooth, especially in the shots on goal bonus. The sounds are a typical football atmosphere: applause, whistles, shouts of fans. Everything works quickly, the interface is familiar to Pragmatic Play, there are no problems even on old devices.

The Champions will definitely appeal to football fans and everyone who loves dynamics and unusual bonuses. If you want a slot with maximum participation and the theme of "sports without complex rules", this option is just for you. For fans of classics or complex features, the game will seem too straightforward, but this is a plus if you don't want extra "tinsel".

Medium volatility allows you not to worry about the balance with moderate bets — the main thing is not to accelerate the amount and wait for the bonus. Auto-spins work as standard, but I advise you to manually catch the bonus for more involvement. The RTP is usually 96.51%, but Pragmatic Play also releases reduced versions – always check this parameter in the slot settings or in the casino itself.