Lucky Dice 1 is the first release in the Endorphina Lucky Dice series. As the title itself implies, dice are an important element in these games. Through history, dice were used for many games in many different periods and cultures. Some even speculate that games of dice were the very first games of chance that people would gamble on. Developers at Endorphina had the idea to put together the unmistakeable mechanics of a slot machine and the appeal of dice, which they quickly made a reality. Lucky Dice 1 can be described as a modern video slot with a traditional feel. It has dice as symbols and a fiery theme. Some Chinese symbolism also makes its way onto the reels, but overall the game looks quite good.

Behind the framed reel grid you can see red flames – probably looking to ignite your interest. All the symbols on the screen are dice. They can be of different colour and they show different sides. Some of them have Chinese writing on them and they are coloured either red or gold, with black or gold writing (they represent letters for the fierce dragon, the bold tiger and the experienced banker). The Wild is easily recognisable, being a golden plate with WILD written on it, and a little golden die on the side. The Scatter is conspicuous enough, and it is also the highest paying symbol. You can get 20,000x the stake for 5 of them on a win line! Lucky Dice 1 is a 5-reel slot machine and each reel is 4 symbols high. There are 40 paylines in play, active from left to right. The players are allowed to decrease the numbers of active win lines whenever they want to.

Some players will probably be disappointed with the fact that there are no free spins rounds in Lucky Dice 1 slot, no picking bonuses, no wheel of fortune special features, multipliers, re-spins or mystery prizes. The game is pure and basic, and you can take it or leave it. By looking at the paytable, you can see that base game rewards are not meaningless, that there are worthy payouts to be won just from regular winning combinations. In addition, there are Wild and Scatter symbols to increase the winning potential each in its own way. While the Wild replaces any missing symbol from a combo, the Scatter will issue a payout in any position on the reels, regardless of the payline pattern.

A Risk Game may be included in some versions of Lucky Dice 1. To win the Risk Game you need to beat the dealer’s card by choosing one of the four cards that are dealt face-down. Should you succeed, you will double your earnings. Lucky Dice 1 does not come with levels upon levels of bonuses and that doesn’t prevent it from being a refreshing little slot. We’d say it is worth your time, as long as you can appreciate Endorphina’s unique approach to building a franchise.