As you venture into the enchanting forest, accompanied by an upbeat melody, you are greeted by the unique layout of Big Mighty Bear, a video slot game developed by INO GAMES. The game presents an unconventional reel structure, with the first reel standing taller and adorned with dripping honey, setting the stage for a honey-themed adventure. The rest of the playing field consists of four reels, each with four symbols, creating a 5x5 grid. However, the twist comes with the leftmost reel, which dynamically alters the number of symbols displayed, ranging from 1 to 5, injecting a dose of unpredictability into your quest for wins. Winning combinations are crafted by lining up three matching symbols across any of the game's 8 paylines.
The game's central character, the Bear symbol, brings the potential for substantial rewards. This symbol can appear in various sizes, including single, 3x3, and even a colossal 4x4 format. Landing a 4x4 Bear symbol can almost fill the entire grid, with the exception of the first reel. If a single Bear symbol joins it on the leftmost reel, prepare for a hefty reward, as the 4x4 Bear hit pays out 125 times the bet, a significant jump from the standard 37.5 times payout for a line of five individual Bear symbols. Additionally, if you encounter a 3x3, a full 4x4, or even a partial 4x4 Bear symbol that forms a 3x4 cluster without resulting in a win, the game offers a second chance through a respin. This feature spins all reels devoid of Bear symbols, potentially creating a winning setup.
The game also features an intriguing alternate mode that can spontaneously activate during base gameplay, signalled by an extra indicator beneath the game's logo and a reel frame that pulses with a golden light. This mode enhances your chances of winning for a number of spins.
Triggering the Free Spins feature requires landing 1 Free Spin symbol on the first reel and at least 4 across the rest of the grid, with the possibility of initiating up to 21 Free Spins, based on the number of symbols that activate the feature. Throughout the Free Spins round, the first reel consistently displays the same number of symbols on each spin, and only high-value symbols populate the reels, elevating your chances of securing larger wins in this captivating forest adventure.
