Cast Your Line Into Underwater Riches
During free games, the Fisherman Wild doesn't just substitute symbols. Each Fisherman on screen actively catches prize values from every Fish symbol visible, creating cumulative wins that stack with your line pays.
Landing 3, 4, or 5 Boat scatter symbols awards 10, 15, or 20 free games respectively. These scatters pay from any position on the reels, regardless of paylines selected.
Fish symbols display cash values: 20, 50, 100, 150, 200, 250, and 500. During free spins, every Fisherman symbol collects all fish prizes simultaneously, multiplying your winning potential.
The Pelican is your highest paying symbol: 2 symbols award 1,000, 3 symbols pay 10,000, 4 symbols deliver 40,000, and 5 Pelicans across a payline reward a massive 400,000 coins.
Fishin' Frenzy by Real Time Gaming implements a distinctive collection mechanic that fundamentally changes how free spins operate. Unlike standard slots where Wilds simply substitute, this game transforms the Fisherman Wild into an active collector during the bonus round.
In the base game, you're spinning a 5-reel, 3-row grid with 1 to 10 selectable paylines. The Fisherman Wild does not appear during regular spins. Your wins come from matching symbols left to right on active paylines. The Pelican pays 400,000 for five-of-a-kind, making it the premium symbol. Fishing equipment symbols (rod, life preserver, tackle box) offer mid-range pays between 100,000 and 200,000 for five matches.
The game shifts dramatically when 3+ Boat scatters land anywhere in view. You're awarded 10, 15, or 20 free games based on whether you triggered with 3, 4, or 5 scatters. During these free spins, Fish symbols appear displaying fixed cash values. Simultaneously, the Fisherman Wild begins appearing on the reels.
Here's the critical mechanic: When a Fisherman lands during free games, he collects the displayed value from every Fish symbol currently visible on screen. If you have three Fish symbols showing 100, 200, and 500, and two Fisherman Wilds appear on that spin, each Fisherman collects 800 (the sum of all fish values). With two Fishermen, you receive 1,600 in addition to any standard payline wins.
The 96.12% RTP sits in the fair range for modern video slots. This percentage represents long-term theoretical return, calculated across millions of spins. The game's volatility leans medium, meaning you'll experience a balance between frequent smaller wins and occasional larger payouts. The free spins feature cannot retrigger, which caps the maximum exposure per bonus round.
With a bet range from 100 to 200,000 (or currency equivalent), you can adjust both the number of active paylines and the bet per line. Playing all 10 lines maximises your chances of triggering the Boat scatter bonus, as scatters count from any position. However, if you're managing a smaller bankroll, reducing to 5 lines still gives reasonable scatter coverage while lowering your total bet.
The maximum win of x250,000 your total bet occurs when multiple elements align: landing the highest paying symbols across multiple paylines whilst simultaneously triggering maximum fish collections during free spins. At maximum bet, this translates to substantial real-money potential.
Beyond the Pelican at the top, the Fishing Rod pays 200,000 for five symbols, whilst the Life Preserver and Tackle Box both award 100,000. Card symbols (10, J, Q, K, A) represent the lower pays at 20,000 for five-of-a-kind. During free games, the Fisherman Wild itself pays: 5,000 for five symbols, 500 for four, 100 for three, and 10 for two.
Wins are calculated by multiplying the symbol payout by your bet per line. If you're betting 1,000 per line and land five Pelicans, you receive 400,000 multiplied by 1,000. Only the highest win per payline is paid, but wins across different paylines accumulate. Scatter wins add to line wins rather than replacing them.
During the 10-20 free games, your winning potential multiplies because you're combining traditional payline wins with fish collection bonuses. A single free spin might deliver a three-of-a-kind Fishing Rod win (6,000 coins) plus two Fisherman collections of 1,200 each, totalling 8,400 coins from one spin. Across 20 free games with multiple collection opportunities, the cumulative total can significantly exceed base game wins.
Fish values range from 20 to 500. In optimal scenarios, you might have five Fish symbols displaying maximum values (500 each = 2,500 total) with three Fisherman Wilds appearing (3 x 2,500 = 7,500 collected), all whilst those Fishermen also complete high-paying symbol combinations. These convergence moments drive the slot's peak payouts.
The base game plays steadily with regular small to medium wins keeping your balance relatively stable. Scatter frequency determines your bonus trigger rate. Statistically, triggering free spins requires patience, but the 10-line structure provides reasonable scatter exposure compared to higher payline alternatives.
Once in free spins, volatility increases. Some free game sessions deliver minimal fish collections if Fisherman Wilds appear infrequently. Other sessions hit multiple Fishermen with numerous high-value fish visible, creating substantial wins. The 20-game maximum from five scatters obviously provides more collection opportunities than the 10-game minimum.
Where Fishin' Frenzy distinguishes itself is the active collection mechanic versus passive Wild substitution. Many fishing slots use Wilds purely for completing combinations. This game makes the Wild an interactive element that physically gathers visible prizes, creating a more dynamic bonus round where symbol positioning matters beyond traditional payline patterns.
The inability to retrigger free spins is both a limitation and a design choice that prevents extreme volatility swings. You know your maximum exposure per bonus: 20 spins with collection potential. This creates more predictable variance compared to slots with unlimited retrigger potential.
Version 1.6.1.8 from Real Time Gaming, applicable from 17th January 2023. The game uses HTML5 technology, functioning across desktop and mobile devices. Autoplay functionality allows preset spin sequences with loss limits and automatic stopping upon entering free spins. The fast-forward button lets you accelerate reel spins, useful for high-volume sessions.
Malfunction voids all plays and pays, standard across regulated slots. The paytable displays all symbol values, payline patterns, and bonus rules. Understanding that wins must start from the leftmost reel and appear on consecutive reels is fundamental to recognising valid combinations.
Fishin' Frenzy is a game of chance with a 96.12% theoretical RTP calculated over extended play. Individual sessions will vary significantly. Set deposit limits before playing. Never chase losses. Gambling should be entertainment, not income generation. If you feel your gambling is becoming problematic, seek help from organisations like GamCare or BeGambleAware. Players must be 18+ in the United Kingdom. Game version 1.6.1.8 complies with UKGC regulations. Always verify you're playing at a licensed operator.