Thunderbird

The first thing you will quickly realise when you start playing on the Thunderbird skit by Rival Gaming is that it’s not about Thunderbirds, those quirky puppets that entertained us way back when. No, this Thunderbird has a mystical Native American theme and is set in the depths of the forests in the middle of America. The Thunderbird is one of the icons that were carved onto ceremonial totem poles, and the game makes a lot of use out of these icons.

This is a dramatically eye-catching game with a big 50 paylines, developed in bright shades of purple. Totem poles flank the sides of the five reels and the symbols are very well-designed and distinctive. The music - a blend of gentle choral singing and pan pipes - also really sets a relaxing mood.

The symbols are a mixture of Native American icons including ceremonial drums, decorative pine cones, wood carvings, ceremonial hats, and letters decorated with Native American artwork. The biggest-paying symbols on the reels are the serpent (up to 2,000 coins paid out), a sun-shaped icon (up to 1,500 coins), and some feathers (up to 1,000 coins). The Wild Symbol is the Thunderbird. This elaborately carved wooden bird takes pride of place on the reels and also acts as a x2 multiplier when forming a win.

Also important is the Scatter Symbol, a Carved Fish Icon, which awards up to 50 Free Spins. During the Free Spins Bonus you may be fortunate enough to spot the Expanding Wild Symbols that fill entre reels. And you've also got the Super Spirit Round to watch out for which is triggered during these free spins. Here you get a continuous Expanding Wild Symbol for the duration of the bonus round, and plenty of chances to multiply your wins.

This is a visually striking game with an excellent theme that will keep you interested from the first spin. The free spins and bonus rounds are great for multiplying your wins, and the whole game is nicely made in order to deliver plenty of action – as well as a rather relaxing atmosphere. The Thunderbird slot is an original online slot that will have you playing again and again.