Zillard King Megaways Slot Review
Zillard King Megaways marks when Red Tiger Gaming decided their giant lizard needed a Megaways makeover. Let me tell you, this isn't just a lazy sequel to the original Zillard King – although, yes, it's clearly part of that same Zillard lineup. They actually tried to evolve the concept. You're still in a city falling apart, and your main job is to nurture this Zillard Wild, hoping it grows into something useful. The whole upgrade path does give some serious Primate King Megaways vibes; replace the ape with a kaiju, and you're there. The San Francisco-being-devoured-by-a-monster aesthetic? It works and gives it that B-movie charm that suits these new slots.
Key Game Details
So, how does this beast actually play? Zillard King Megaways starts you off with five active reels, but a sixth is tantalizingly locked away, waiting for you to open it. Once you do, you get up to 117,649 ways to win, which is standard Megaways stuff. Wins trigger a Chain Reaction – symbols disappear, new ones appear. Classic. Now, about its nature: its High Volatility. And I mean, really high. Your balance will fluctuate like crazy. The RTP is listed at 95.72%, which, let's be honest, is a bit stingy, especially for such a volatile game. Always check this figure at your casino of choice, as operators might offer lower versions.
Bets are pretty tight, ranging from €0.20 to €4. This is clearly aimed at players not looking to break the bank in a single spin but don't let that fool you about the risk. That top prize of x24,393 your bet? Sounds epic, but with this RTP and volatility, actually hitting it feels like winning the lottery. It's a long shot, which makes it a questionable entry for the Best Slots list from a player-friendly math perspective. Wins happen on about 31.79% of your spins.
Zillard King Megaways Free Demo
Seriously, before you even think about putting real money into this monster, head over to the Zillard King Megaways Free Slots Demo. And I mean, really get into it. It's not just about looking at pretty graphics; you need to get a feel for how long it takes to unlock that sixth reel and how often (or not) the special wild symbol actually does something useful. This game can be a real grind, and the demo will show you if you have the patience for its special brand of demanding gameplay without spending a dime.
Bonus Feature
Zillard King Megaways throws a lot at you: Chain Reactions, that ever-evolving Zillard Wild, a Gold Coin collecting mini-game, random Thunder Wilds, and the big Free Spins finale. But are all these bells and whistles actually effective or just noise? Let's find out.
Chain Reaction
Standard cascade mechanic. It's okay; it does its job, but there's nothing revolutionary here. It helps string together multiple wins if you're lucky.
Zillard Wild
This full-reel Wild (reels 2-5) is your main dude. His x2-x7 symbol multiplier means he counts as multiple symbols. Sticks if he doesn't win, which is okay. His multiplier increases by +1 per cascade win he's in. Sounds good, but getting him to show up and then do something useful is the real challenge.
Gold Coins and Zillard Evolution
The core grind. Collect 30 Gold Coins per stage to unlock a 3-level bar over the locked sixth reel.
- Stage 1: The main Wild symbol gets +1 "Life Point" (sticks an extra spin post-win). Underwhelming.
- Stage 2: Another Life Point. The creature might add Thunder Wilds next spin. Slightly better.
- Stage 3: Third Life Point and unlocks the chance for Free Spins.
Finish Stage 3; the sixth reel opens (no low-pays, good). Then, Gold Coins only appear there to trigger FS. My opinion? This progression is painfully slow. Without a Bonus Buy, Stage 3 feels almost mythical.
Thunder Wilds
It can appear randomly on non-winning Zillard Wild spins or land naturally after Evolution Stage 2. They're just basic wilds. Occasionally helpful, rarely game-changing.
Free Spins
The big prize, supposedly. Land a Gold Coin on the unlocked sixth reel (if the full-reel Wild is also present) to trigger 4 Free Spins. Each of its Life Points adds an extra spin (up to a max of 7). The giant lizard symbol then locks in place and might summon Thunder Wilds. With no progressive global multiplier, the feature can be a letdown for the effort involved.
Feature Buy
Impatient? Fork out 110x your bet for Free Spins. RTP is 95.73%. Might be the only sane way to see the feature, but it's pricey for what you get.
Verdict
My final take on Zillard King Megaways? If you have the patience of a saint and loved the original Zillard King, maybe give it a spin. Red Tiger Gaming made it more complex, sure. The progression can feel rewarding when it finally clicks.
But the base game is a slog, the RTP is low, and the Free Spins often don't live up to the hype created by the long grind. That Zillard Wild is an interesting concept, but the whole package feels unbalanced. There are other monster-themed or Megaways Slots out there that offer a better risk-reward ratio and a less frustrating experience. This one asks for too much for too little, too often.
Symbols and Paytable
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