Jack and the Beanstalk Slot
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The fresh style of 3D animation used in this game, along with its solid winning potential, has attracted many players over the years. Released by NetEnt in 2011, it is still quite popular. Initially, some thought it was a little too similar to another contemporary title, Creature from the Black Lagoon, but it later proved itself to be unique.
The high-tech 3D animation is stunning. The sound effects are exactly what you would expect to hear if you found yourself in a fairy tale, and the bonus elements really make this game worth your time.
Jack and the Beanstalk is a slot that offers 5 reels, 20 paylines, and 10 bet levels, along with a free spins round, plus both wild and scatter symbols. The game has received positive reviews ever since it hit the market, and even though more recent reviews have been slightly lower, you still have a great chance of making real money by playing it.
Theme
The humorous intro featuring a ridiculous purple two-headed giant showcases the true abilities of the artists behind the game – the facial expressions and the clouds really give it the feel of an animated movie you are about to see in a theater. An additional animated sequence during the free spins round enhances the fantasy atmosphere and evokes childhood memories.
That said, the theme is based on the famous tale of Jack and the Beanstalk, with a few slight differences from the original, such as the giant’s appearance. It is a perfect story for a slot game – who wouldn’t want a goose that lays golden eggs? No wonder NetEnt seized the opportunity (even if the goose is more of a chicken here).
We mentioned the music earlier, but it is also worth noting that it changes when you enter the free spins round. It switches to a more mysterious tone and feels grander, as if you have entered an entirely new realm and something important is about to happen.
Symbols
There are low-paying, high-paying, and special symbols. The least helpful ones are the letter/number symbols, which represent all high-ranking playing cards (A, K, Q, J, 10). The best you can get out of them is 100 coins. Other than that, the design of the symbols themselves is beautiful.
The mid-level symbols are the picture icons representing Jack, the giant, a goat, an axe, and a watering can (the goat is a bit confusing, we know). They can pay up to 1,000 credits, which is a solid amount with the right bet.
The game also features a scatter symbol depicting a treasure chest and it has its own special sound effect of glistening gems every time it appears, even if it is not part of a winning combo. If you land three of these, you receive 10 free spins, and if, during those spins, you hit another three or more, you gain 5 additional free spins, which take you to the bonus level. There, you can collect key symbols to unlock a bag of gold, then a golden goose, and finally the golden harp.
Each of these three acts as a substituting wild symbol, in addition to the standard wild available before the bonus round, which is the Jack and the Beanstalk logo. When any wild appears, it triggers re-spins for as long as at least one wild remains on the reels. All of them improve your wins and award bonus credits with higher multipliers.
Combinations and Jackpots
There are 20 paylines in this 5-reel game, with a maximum win of 3,000x your stake. The only way to reach this prize is through the free spins feature and by collecting all the keys, bags of gold, geese, and the harp. The game’s payout percentage is just below average, but this is no cause for concern. You still have a solid chance of landing the jackpot.
Overall, the game has aged well and still offers plenty of excitement. The only letdown is the absence of a magic bean symbol. We recommend giving it a try—it could turn out to be your very own golden goose.