Golden Dunes video slot is presented as the entrance into the “Land of Golden Opportunities”. Oryx Gaming added a nice intro to the game to make the theme more easy to grasp. From the said intro and the game’s appearance, it’s clear that we should pack some shades and desert trekking gear as we are stepping into an Arabian desert. Walking without water in these harsh conditions can be deadly, so don’t hesitate – meet the Master of the Oasis and take his hand. Make friends with the enchantress and perhaps you may walk out with their treasures in your pockets.
Start Golden Dunes on your desktop or mobile and rest your eyes upon eternal dunes basking in the red hot sun. Amidst them lies a hidden oasis… step towards it, don’t be afraid, because the oasis is the source of life and prosperity. Great 3D graphics pull you in and certain symbols are animated to make the experience even more lively and vibrant. What are these symbols? Well, you can expect lower payouts from symbols of A, K, Q, J and 10. High-value symbols include images of the oasis (aerial view), a serpent, a scorpion, the dancing enchantress, the Master of the Oasis, a compass (names Compass of Faith) and a treasure chest. The last three icons are special symbols – Master of the Oasis acts as bonus trigger, Compass of Faith is Wild and the lost treasure chest is the Scatter.
Controller functionalities are given though an updated design, one that fits the theme and the game’s advanced graphics. Players can set up anything they like from Autoplay mode and Bet Max to selecting lines and coins with - and +. The winning combinations are made from three or more matching symbols on active lines, starting from the first left reel. Golden Dunes features a standard reel set of 5 columns and 3 rows, with up to 25 lines on offer.
The game boasts a free spins feature which starts when three or more lost treasure Scatter symbols appear anywhere on the screen. The player will be awarded 10 free spins with a x3 multiplier. The round can be retriggered by hitting another combo of Scatters. Online punters can also enjoy the Treasure Hunt bonus feature which starts when 3 or more Master of the Oasis bonus symbols appear on an active payline. This combination unlocks a secondary bonus feature screen with the dancing enchantress inviting the player to select 5 out of 20 offered artefacts. Their values are awarded as prizes at the end of the round.
Golden Dunes is a top-class game. A terrific video slot with an attractive interface, Wilds, Scatters and two special features – what more could a gamer want? The Oryx Gaming masterpiece allows flexibility for both low and high betters and delivers a return of 96.50% over time.
