Masquerade Slots

Masquerade balls are used as a plot device and setting for tons of glamourous tales. They're immensely popular events, in fact. Many themed masquerade balls go on throughout the year everywhere. Apparently, Red Tiger Gaming is fond of masquerade events as well, because they decided to throw their own epic masquerade ball. This game is set up on five reels, and can pay out a 1000x multiple jackpot. Special golden masks can transform into new symbols for better prizes. The game is compatible with most mobile devices, including IOS and Android devices.

Design and Basics

The game grid is a classy affair. The reels are set up in an unusual way, almost set up in a sideways diamond sort of shape. The game grid is laid against ascending carpeted stares that reveal a classy ballroom in the distance. There are gentle lanterns visible in the backdrop along with other elegant details that give the slot a retro vibe. All of the symbols within the board further complement the general game's aesthetic sensibilities, which are elegant. I thought, given the name of the masquerade ball there might be a vintage, goth feel to the game board, but it seems like they went a far more glamorous direction with the design and feel of this game.

Symbols

The character symbol is the top paying symbol, and she is depicted as a very attractive redheaded woman in a mask. She pays out 50 credits for a match of five. The second highest paying symbol is the mysterious ring, The third highest paying symbol is the locket, which pays out 15x your bet for a match of five. The fourth highest paying symbol is the top hat, which rewards 12.5x your bet for a match of five. The lowest paying symbols are the letter symbols, which are represented by A, Q, K, J and 10.

Special Features

Everything about this slot just screams wealth and elegance. High rollers might be familiar with the aesthetics of the very rich more so than your average player is, but thanks to this slot, even your average player can enjoy a taste of the high life. Something about this slot seems purposefully polished and seductive. With this game, you shouldn't expect any common features like free spin rounds, or wild symbols that award extra prize boosts. Rather, you can increase your winning chances with one symbol, and that symbol is the golden masque icon. This icon is as eery as it is classy, and as a film fanatic, this game almost seems a bit inspired by Stanley Kubrick's legendary movie Eyes Wide Shut. I cannot find any explicit references, but I do get the feeling the software developer took some inspiration from the film's aesthetic for their game. Nonetheless, this golden symbol appears in stacks on the reels, and can transform a normal paying symbol to create a winning combination. What the combination will be exactly will be a mystery, but that's the point, after all! What's the point of crafting a game with such mysterious visuals without also including a mystery symbol?

Summary

To say this game is unique would be an understatement. As someone who considers themselves a slot expert, I've never come across a game quite like this one. Masquerade parties are pretty common throughout the world for a variety of reasons, many masquerade balls are most popular during October to celebrate All Hallows Eve. Some countries host giant festivals where costumes are a staple, thus so are masquerade masks. However, I do think this game channels a very certain sort of masquerade party- a party focused on the elite.