South African players love online slot machines. With more and more online casinos, they have access to a growing selection of games from international providers. And, of course, they have preferences when it comes to themes, formats, and special features.
In this article, we’ll look at the most popular online slots in South African casinos.
The Most Popular Slots Providers in South Africa
But first, let’s talk about the developers behind the games. These companies have worked tirelessly to offer players the fun they want. Our research shows South African players seem to like Pragmatic Play, a game provider based in Gibraltar. Pragmatic is the most beloved game provider in the country, no matter if you play at Hollywoodbets or Tusk Casino.
Gold Rush (Pragmatic Play)
What better title for a slot machine than Gold Rush? This choice of theme is perfect for a game where every spin can turn into an unexpected treasure. The game takes its players back to the time of the legendary gold rushes – in the Klondike in North America or the Witwatersrand Gold Rush in South Africa.
The protagonist of the game is an old miner with his trusty old companion, a mule, along with the tools of the trade: a pickaxe, a shovel, and dynamite. Of course, the boxcar filled with golden nuggets is also there.
Gates of Olympus (Pragmatic Play)
The myths and legends of ancient Greece have inspired many slot machine developers – Pragmatic Play is not an exception. Gates of Olympus is one of their most popular games in South Africa and worldwide.
In Gates of Olympus, you get to visit the dwelling of the Greek gods and commune with none other than Zeus. It has a 6×5 format and a scatter-like mechanic: the symbols pay anywhere on the screen. But there’s more: after they pay, the symbols disappear, possibly triggering serial wins.
Hot to Burn (Pragmatic Play)
Hot to Burn is a classic fruit machine, once again from Pragmatic Play. It needs no introduction: it’s a 5×3 game with 5 win lines, high volatility, and nothing to distract you from the pure, unadulterated Vegas experience.
It’s not one for casual players for sure – but it is as close to actually playing at a casino as possible
777 Strike (Red Tiger)
This game is the odd one out on our list – it’s the only game in our top 5 not built by Pragmatic Play. The “culprit” for 777 Strike is Red Tiger, part of the Evolution Gaming family.
777 Strike is a classic fruit machine with more than one twist. As opposed to Hot to Burn, it comes with scatters that trigger free spins and wilds that trigger respins, adding a bit of extra excitement to the game.
Sugar Rush (Pragmatic Play)
Back to Pragmatic Play – and one of their most popular themes: sweets. Since its release, Sweet Bonanza has been one of the studio’s most successful titles. And they are constantly working on recreating its success. One of the games to come closest is Sugar Rush which has spawned an entire series of games.
Sugar Rush has a 7×7 format, high volatility, cluster pays, and cascading wins. Plus, it has a free spins feature that can be especially lucrative.
These are the most sought-after South African online slots. Which one do you prefer? Is it the sticky sweetness of Sugar Rush or the grandiose divinity of Gates of Olympus? Whichever it is, make sure you keep it fun and always play responsibly!
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