Fishin' Frenzy Review and Demo

Fishin' Frenzy Slot Review

Fishin' Frenzy is a nostalgic fishing-themed slot that’s been around since the early 2000s and has since spawned multiple spin-offs and variations. With the online version initially launched by Reel Time Gaming in 2014, Fishin' Frenzy offers players a fun theme and the potential to win up to 5,000x their stake. Fishin' Frenzy has a traditional 5x3 reel setup with 10 fixed paylines and classic bonus features, including a free spins round.

Reel Time Gaming is a reputable online slot game developer that is licensed to provide its games in the UK. It offers many popular titles, including Eye of Horus and Bank On It!.

Category	Detail
Game Title	Fishin' Frenzy
Software Provider	Reel Time Gaming
RTP	96.12%
Volatility	Low-medium
Max Win	5,000x
Theme	Underwater, fishing
Key Mechanic	Free spins, Coin collection

Fishin' Frenzy Gameplay

Fishin' Frenzy is a very traditional slot, making it easy for anyone to pick up and start playing. Players can spin the reels to try and win a payout by landing three or more matching symbols across any of the 10 fixed paylines. This is much more of a standard gameplay compared to more modern variations like the Megaways format, which offers 117,649 ways to win.

In the free spins round, the coin collect fishing symbols can be activated by the fisherman to increase your wins.

One of CasinoTopsOnline’s expert writers shares their opinion on Fishin’ Frenzy:

Theme and Story of the Fishin' Frenzy Slot

There is no shortage of fishing-themed slots, but the innate charm of Fishin' Frenzy and its endearing friendly fish is what has allowed it to stand the test of time and remain a favourite for many. The story is simple, appealing to a range of players: you’re a fisherman looking to make a big catch and bring home a win. The grid is set against a minimalistic backdrop of an underwater reef, with the title just about sticking its head above the water.

The lowest paying symbols are the classic royals plus an ace and a 10, but as the payouts build, they tend to fit more with the fishing theme. You’ll find a lifebuoy, a box of lures, a fishing reel and a seagull alongside the coin collect fish symbols and the fisherman. There’s a fishing boat scatter symbol which triggers the free spins round when you land three or more of them across the grid.

Fishin' Frenzy has a pretty decent betting range: the minimum bet per spin is £0.20 while the maximum stake allowed is £400 per spin. For players in the UK, however, the max bet for 18-25 is £2 and for 25+ is £5.

Let’s take a look at what you could expect as a payout for landing winning combos of each symbol with a bet size of £1.20:

Symbol	2 on a payline	3 on a payline	4 on a payline	5 on a payline
Ace	0.00	0.60	3.00	12.00
King	0.00	0.60	3.00	12.00
Queen	0.00	0.60	3.00	12.00
Jack	0.00	0.60	3.00	12.00
Ten	0.00	0.60	3.00	12.00
Fish	0.00	1.20	6.00	24.00
Box of Lures	0.00	2.40	12.00	60.00
Lifebuoy	0.00	2.40	12.00	60.00
Fishing Reel	0.00	3.60	18.00	120.00
Seagull	0.60	6.00	24.00	240.00

Graphics, Sounds and Vibes

Although Fishin’ Frenzy has been around for over a decade and at times the design can feel a bit dated. However, players who appreciate the familiarity find it to be simple yet functional. Despite the aesthetics, the animations run just as smoothly as any other modern slot.

The soundtrack doesn’t stick to the fishing theme, but it has more of a nostalgic appeal, emulating the classic fruit machine-style slots that this game is modelled on. There’s a jaunty, electronic sound when you press spin, and the reels thud into position. This steps up in the free spins round, where a more intense beat plays continuously, adding tension to the bonus feature.

Here’s what CasinoTopsOnline’s editor had to say about the aesthetics:

Fishin' Frenzy Slot on Mobile

Fishin’ Frenzy is a mobile-friendly game that runs just as smoothly on all devices. The game can be played in portrait or landscape mode, with the spin button always clearly visible either to the right of the grid or beneath it.

The landscape version feels closer to the desktop experience, but as the design of the slot is relatively simple, nothing is lost in portrait mode, with clean and clear graphics in either mode. The only thing of note is that the buttons are all at the bottom of the screen, which helps for easier access.

Fishin' Frenzy Slot Bonus Features

The Fishin’ Frenzy bonus features aren’t particularly innovative, as they’re a pretty standard offering with most modern online slots. However, there’s enough going on to keep things engaging. This is one of the main reasons why the slot has maintained its appeal over the years.

Free Spins

Land three or more of the fishing boat Scatter symbols anywhere on the grid to be taken through to the free spins bonus round. This is where the fisherman symbol comes in, as he can help you boost your winnings.

• 3 Scatters: 10 free spins awarded

• 4 Scatters: 15 free spins awarded

• 5 Scatters: 20 free spins awarded

Fisherman Coin Collection

The fisherman symbol can’t appear in the base game. This symbol appears only in the free spins round. The coin collect fish symbols have varying price tags, which are clearly indicated. These amounts range from 2x your stake to 50x your stake. If the fisherman lands anywhere on the reels, he collects the value of any of the fish on the grid, potentially giving your payout a significant boost.

I found this mechanic to be particularly rewarding due to the multiplier effect. If multiple Fishermen land on a single spin, each one collects the full value of all fish on the grid independently.

RTP and Volatility

The Fishin’ Frenzy RTP is approximately 96.12%, which is just above the industry standard of 96%. As for volatility, it’s on the low-medium end, which is something to be aware of when setting your session budget.

Jackpots and Best Wins

This slot doesn’t have any kind of jackpot, so the Fishin’ Frenzy maximum win is limited to 5,000x your stake. According to Slot Tracker, the current highest community win is 75.25x.

Testing the Fishin' Frenzy Slot with a £50 Bankroll

To be able to give an accurate and comprehensive review, I tested out the Fishin’ Frenzy demo with a £50 budget. I set my bet size at £1.20 per spin over 41 spins.

My first win came on spin 11, when I managed to land three seagulls, leading to a payout of £6.00. I had a steady stream of small wins over the next few spins and then I got lucky on spin 17 and landed three scatter symbols.

I was taken through to the bonus round with 10 free spins but sadly I didn’t spot any fishermen while I was there so I only won £1.20 across those spins.

Over my next 24 spins, I had 7 wins, with the fish being the most rewarding. I landed four across two paylines on one spin for a payout of £12.00. However, most of my wins were relatively small and I ended my session with £35.60, an overall loss of £14.40.