Yggdrasil is known for visually pleasing games, but in that department Frost Queen Jackpots is kind of disappointing. It’s not a total disaster in any way, but we have just learned to expect more from this popular Swedish developer. It’s also a fact that this game clearly has been built upon the same template used for their hit game, Holmes and the Stolen Stones, as many of the features are very similar.
The math models are far from similar however, as Frost Queen Jackpots offers a lower RTP combined with lower volatility. The regular potential is also significantly lower in this game, which is clearly made for casual and non-discerning players. You need to land a larger jackpot to win big in this game, which does offer plenty of features and entertainment for your money.
There are no wilds in Frost Queen Jackpots, but landing 2 mirror scatters anywhere triggers a “consolation”Pick’em Chest Game. You will see 5 treasure chests appear, and you get to pick one. You will then win a cash prize between 1x and 4x your stake, or you can win 10 free spins. You can also win a random key (more about that below), or trigger the multi-level Treasure Chest Bonus Game.
If you collect 5 matching keys during base game play, you will get10 free spinsand 1 random jackpot gem. You can also trigger the Magic Mirror bonus round the more conventional way, by landing at least 3 scatters on the same spin. You get an initial scatter win of 50x or 500x when you land 4 or 5 scatters, respectively. However, landing 3+ scatters might trigger the Treasure Chest Bonus Game instead of the Free Spins feature, so you never know.
Anyway, all wins are multiplied by a 3x boost during the free spins round, and you need to collect 5 matching gemstones to win 1 of 5 corresponding jackpots. All5 jackpotsare local progressives, and they seed at the following values:
If you trigger the Treasure Chest Bonus Game, you get to choose 1 of 3 chests on each level. The chest you pick will reveal cash prizes or keys, and each pick takes you to the next level for a new pick. The feature only ends when you pick the wrong chest, and are buried in an Avalanche. You can win between 5x and 100x your stake per chest pick.
Our first chest pick, triggered by landing 2 scatters, gave us only a smaller cash prize. However, not long after that we got the jackpot free spins feature from a new chest pick. We kept landing plenty of orange gems on reel 5, and also some blue gems on the first reel. Whether or not we collected enough to win a jackpot can be seen in the 2-minute highlights video below.
Frost Queen Jackpots is very similar to Yggdrasil’s Holmes and the Stolen Stones, but it’s not a complete reskin either. The low volatility is a tell-tale sign that this game is aimed for casual players, and fans of Disney movies will probably feel right at home in the frosty universe that’s presented here.
The regular win potential of1,265xis decent enough for this kind of variance, but chasing the progressive jackpots is probably more motivating. The features are varied, and they are kind of intertwined with each other, so there is alway plenty going on in this game. Collecting gems adds a bit of purpose to the gameplay also, and players who want some lighthearted winter fun will find plenty of that in Frost Queen Jackpots.
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Holmes and the Stolen Stones- has clearly been a source of inspiration for the game at hand, but the theme and the atmosphere is very different. You can win 5 different local progressive jackpots here too, and the bonus round comes with a 3x multiplier boost.
Jackpot Raiders- is an Indiana Jones style Yggdrasil title that also comes with 5 local progressive jackpots. You join Sir Bear Buckingham and Sam Campbel in their search for a legendary Sunken City, and you will benefit from 2 bonus games, as well as 2 different bonus rounds.
Frozen Queen- is a Tom Horn winter title that centers around magic and hidden treasures. You will unlock frozen reels here, and collect magic crystals to trigger features. The Frozen Queen herself plays a central part in the bonus round.
While Yggdrasil is renowned for its visually captivating games, Frost Queen Jackpots falls short in this regard. However, it’s not completely lacking in appeal and it’s clear that it’s built on the same framework as their hit game, Holmes and the Stolen Stones, as it shares numerous features. Notably, the mathematical models differ, with Frost Queen Jackpots having a lower RTP and volatility, as well as less potential for regular wins. It seems more geared towards casual players. Winning big requires landing a substantial jackpot, but the game does offer a plethora of features and entertainment for the price.<br><br>Frost Queen Jackpots lacks wilds, but has a consolation Pick’em Chest Game triggered by landing 2 mirror scatters. You get to choose from 5 treasure chests, each offering a cash prize between 1x and 4x your stake, or a chance to win 10 free spins or a random key. Collecting 5 matching keys in the base game results in10 free spinsand a random jackpot gem. Landing 3+ scatters can trigger the Treasure Chest Bonus Game instead of the Free Spins feature. All wins during free spins are tripled and you must collect 5 matching gemstones to win one of the 5 jackpots.<br><br>The Treasure Chest Bonus Game lets you choose from 3 chests at each level, awarding cash prizes or keys and progressing you to the next level. The game ends when you pick the wrong chest and are buried in an Avalanche. Each chest pick can yield between 5x and 100x your stake.<br><br>Frost Queen Jackpots shares many similarities with Yggdrasil’s Holmes and the Stolen Stones, but it’s not an exact replica. The low volatility indicates that it’s designed for casual players, who will likely appreciate the frosty Disney-like universe. The game offers a decent regular win potential of1,265x, but the progressive jackpots may be the main draw. The features are diverse and interconnected, always keeping things interesting. Collecting gems adds an element of purpose to the gameplay, making it a fun winter-themed game for those seeking light entertainment.<br><br>In terms of pros and cons, Holmes and the Stolen Stones has clearly inspired this game, but the theme and atmosphere diverge significantly. You can win 5 different local progressive jackpots and the bonus round offers a 3x multiplier boost. Jackpot Raiders is another Yggdrasil title with an Indiana Jones theme, 5 local progressive jackpots and 2 bonus games. Similarities can also be drawn with Frozen Queen, a Tom Horn winter title focused on magic and hidden treasures, which features frozen reels and magic crystals to trigger features.