Golden Jungle Grand

Introduction

Golden Jungle Grand is a game that adapts based on its previous state. Notably, every tenth spin allows players a chance to have fully wild reels based on how the last nine spins went. If the prior game left it at a favorable point close to that special 10th spin and with many Golden Vishnu symbols gathered, a significant advantage can be gained.

Released in 2018, this game was developed by Unity, a subdivision of IGT.

Rules

I won't delve into every specific rule since players can enjoy this slot without needing to understand every detail. Here’s a quick overview, focusing on key points that could enhance gameplay.

1. The minimum bet is set at 75 credits. Players can define the value of each credit, commonly ranging between 1 cent and 5 cents.
2. With five reels and four rows visible, the setup is designed to provide a visually engaging experience.
3. The scatter symbol, which I refer to as the arch, triggers the bonus game when three or more appear on the reels.
4. In the bonus game, players enjoy fully wild reels with each spin. There are three options for spins and wild reel combinations:
   • If three scatters appear, players can choose from 25 free spins with 2 wild reels, 10 spins with 3 wild reels, or 2 spins with 4 wild reels.
   • When four scatter symbols land, players receive 40 free spins with 2 wild reels, 15 spins with 3 wild reels, or 3 spins with 4 wild reels.
   • Landing five scatter symbols grants 75 free spins with 2 wild reels, 30 with 3 wild reels, or 6 with 4 wild reels.
5. Players can trigger additional free spins during the free games.
6. Each game purchased will be labeled in order from 1 to 10. After completing the tenth game, the numbering resets back to 1.
7. A display in the lower right corner shows the cycle count of the last game that was played.
8. Whenever the player finds a Golden Vishnu symbol on any reel, it will be accumulated above that specific reel.
9. Once the tenth game in the cycle concludes, all collected Golden Vishnu symbols are cleared.
10. Players can only have a maximum of two Golden Vishnu symbols per reel.
11. On the tenth spin within a cycle, any reel that has reached two Golden Vishnus will act as a wild reel for that specific spin.
12. The tiger symbol is unique; while it does not contribute to line payouts, having a block of ten — arranged in two rows and five columns — pays out a whopping 10,000 credits.
13. This game features 75 active paylines, and players automatically engage all of them with their 75-credit wager.

For more details on how to play, simply click on any of the rule screen thumbnails provided.

Strategy

When does this game offer over 100% return? Before I elaborate, I should clarify that my analysis of the game design is based on a similar slot. I carefully assessed the ten-game cycle feature and tested all possible 2,430 game states generated by the five reels with either no, one, or two Golden Vishnu symbols and the 10 distinct states available in a cycle (10 * 3^5 = 2,430). While my interpretation of Golden Jungle Grand may not mirror the original precisely, I can provide guidance on when gameplay seems beneficial.

As outlined in the rules, the game counter reflects the LAST game played. Generally, a count of 10 indicates that the last player utilized the wild-reel feature and left, which is not ideal for our purposes. Below, I offer strategies based on the game counter being at 1, 2, 4, 6, or 8. For counters at 3, 5, 7, or 9, players should refer to the strategies associated with the adjacent even numbers and exercise their own judgment.

In this strategy guide, I will refer to Golden Vishnu as GV.

While you play, be aware that the game can shift from a favorable to an unfavorable state if you don't accumulate more GVs. It’s wise to reconsider continuing after each spin.

Disclaimer: Approach the suggested strategy with caution. This is merely a speculative outline based on my understanding. Be particularly attentive when playing at establishments known for tight slots, especially those on the Las Vegas Strip. I categorize this strategy under 'better than nothing'.

Game 1

If the preceding game was the initial game in a cycle, aim to play with at least one Golden Vishnu on reels 1 through 4.

Game 2

If the preceding game was the second in the cycle, you should play only under specific conditions.

• At least one GV on reels 1 to 3.
• Two GVs on reel 4.
• One GV on reel 4 and two GVs on reel 5.

Game 4

If the previous game was the fourth in the cycle, you may opt to play based on certain criteria.

• Three or more total GVs.
• Two GVs in first four reels.

Game 6

If the past game was the sixth in the cycle, there are particular conditions for playing.

• Four or more total GVs.
• Three GVs in first three reels.

Game 8

If the preceding game was the eighth, there are also specific conditions for play.

• Three or more GVs should appear in the first three reels.
• Two GVs must be on reels 1, 2, or 3, along with either 1 or 2 GVs on reel 4, or two GVs on reel 5.
• Two GVs should be on different reels of the first three, along with either two GVs on reel 4, or one GV on reel 4 and two on reel 5.
• At least one GV should be in the first three reels, with four GVs combined on reels 4 and 5.

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Written by: Michael Shackleford