Finn and the Swirly Spin

Finn and the Swirly Spin (NetEnt): Review

The first striking feature of Finn and the Swirly Spin is its departure from traditional reels and rows, giving it an aura more akin to a video game than a classic slot machine. This is a growing trend in modern games. Coupled with charming graphics, soothing music, and a tantalizingly challenging mechanic that might linger in your thoughts, this slot possesses all the elements to endear itself to numerous players.

Finn and the Swirly Spin introduces us to a leprechaun named Finn, who resides in the lush Emerald Isle. Despite Finn's prowess with the flute, there's a jesting notion that players might feel a tad frustrated with him after an unlucky streak in the game. The slot is well-equipped with features: a wild symbol (the star), a key for free spins, four distinct free spin modes, and a random feature presenting four variants.

While the game eschews traditional reels, it's technically a 5x5 slot, showcasing a unique spiral design instead of the standard grid. In the primary gameplay, the objective is to maneuver the key from its initial position to the center of the reel set, a journey of 24 steps. Completing this unlocks the coveted bonus feature. Achieving winning combinations clears the path for the key, ideally unveiling further victories or bonuses. However, any unsuccessful spin resets the key to its origin. Additionally, each triumphant combination spawns a wild symbol, shaped like a star, aiding in the key's progression.

With a medium level of volatility, Finn and the Swirly Spin accommodates wagers ranging from 10 cents to €/$100 per spin and boasts an RTP of 96.61%.

Finn and the Swirly Spin Random (NetEnt): Features

The game comes with no less than four random features, which are activated once all symbols have come to rest on a spin:

• Starfall Wilds: Minimum 2 Wilds are randomly placed on any position, except on top of the locked key symbol. If no win occurs, more Wilds are added until a win is hit
• Dragon Destroy: A random number of symbols are destroyed, activating another avalanche
• Irish Luck: A vertical or horizontal line is transformed into one symbol, guaranteeing a win
• Magic Transform: All spade and heart symbols are transformed into a higher value symbol

Finn and the Swirly Spin (NetEnt): Free Spins

On top of the random features, the game surprised us with four types of Free Spins. The bonus feature is activated when the locked key symbol makes it to the center of the swirl on one spin. Each Free Spins feature needs a specific amount of collected keys to be open for selection.

• The Star Bar – 1 key: 7 Free Spins with the Starfall Wilds feature
• Lava Lair – 4 keys: 3 Free Spins with the Dragon Destroy feature
• Lucky Mug – 9 keys: 4 Free Spins with the Irish Luck feature
• Golden Pot – 16 keys: 2 Free Spins with the Magic Transform feature

If you enjoyed playing Finn and the Swirly Spin, be sure to check out the sequel Finn's Golden Tavern, a 5x5 grid cluster pays slot that makes use of the same spiral spin mechanic.