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Based around the 1931 Universal Pictures film of the same name, Frankenstein is a five reel video slot with 20 paylines and a whole heap of atmosphere. The game has been included in the NetEnt Touch range, which means it plays excellently on mobile devices as well as desktops.
Theme
This slot is suitably dark and creepy, in line with the film. But in keeping with the source material, there is also an element of intrigue and tension. Symbols of course include Dr Frankenstein and The Monster as well as Henry Frankenstein’s assistant Fritz, the brain in the jar and the old burning windmill.
Linked Wilds
During the base game Lightning Wilds appear on the reels. These special wild symbols can transform two or more adjacent symbols into wilds, greatly increasing your chances of finding a winning combination. Lightning Wilds will only appear on reels two, three and four. A similar feature is present in the free spins bonus round. This time Fire Wilds show up on the three middle reels and again, these turn other symbols on adjacent rows wild.
Free Spins Round
Land three or more burning windmill scatter symbols on the reels and you’ll be rewarded with 10 free spins. The bonus round doesn’t trigger all that often but when it does you’re in for a treat. Firstly you’ll see a baying mob chase Frankenstein’s Monster up to the old windmill with their pitchforks and flaming torches. The reels are alight for the free spins and the Fire Wilds increase chances of winning on every spin. There are also multiplier symbols and when these appear on reel five any winnings for the rest of the round have the appropriate multiplier of up to 5x applied.
Verdict
Frankenstein remains true to the source material and if you’re a fan of the old Universal horror movies then this is exactly the kind of slot you will fall in love with. Although this slot doesn’t boast quite as many features as other NetEnt branded games, the base game holds interest through the Lightning Wilds and the tense soundtrack. The free spins bonus round is where the real money is to be won and makes a fitting climax to a classic theme.
