A beach, scorpions, bird, an original theme for a slot machine based on the classic model of 3 reels and one payline. The visuals are nice and captivating even if the graphics will not blow you away. The sound effects leave much to be desired. There are sound effects during the rotation of the reels and a vague casino ambiance in the background. These captivating 5 minutes might quickly become repetitive and boring. Fortunately, there is the mute function.

Overview

The slot machine from Microgaming Sizzling Scorpions has 3 reels and one payline. It has neither a Wild nor a Scatter. You can not win free spins. But you can play the bonus game. You can wager 1 to 3 coins. However, the denomination is fixed at and amounts to 0.50$/£/€. The jackpot is not progressive and amounts to 5.000 coins with the maximum bet and 3 scorpion symbols.

A Scorpions Race

To launch the bonus game, the scorpion’s race, you have to obtain the buzzard symbol on the third payline. In addition, you need to have wagered 3 coins. If you have met the necessary requirements, the buzzard shoots the gun, the scorpions start racing and the opening of Guillaume Tell by Rossini is played which adds a bit adrenaline to the race. If the one you had chosen gets to the finish line first, you win 100 coins. If he comes second you win 50 coins. Even if he comes last you win 30 coins. This bonus game is very entertaining, it adds a bit of thrill to this average slot.

At first sight, Sizzling Scorpions might seem really bad to loads of players. In fact, the slot is classic. Furthermore, the sound effects are a disaster. However, it has a fun bonus game several wining combinations and mediocre visuals but acceptable. This is not a must play armed bandit but it will please undemanding fans of classic mechanical slots.