Christmas Gift Rush slot review

Five reels and three lines

The layout lists 5 reels and 3 paylines. That is an unusually small number of lines for a 5-reel game, so fewer symbol combinations pay than in a 20-line slot. We cannot say how the lines run across the grid, since the provider does not say.

The wild is the only feature in our records, and it substitutes for other symbols. Given the title, the game is a Christmas release, but nothing more about the artwork or symbols is published, so we leave it there.

Reading a 96.6% RTP

A 96.6% RTP implies a long-run house edge of 3.4%, which is lower than a typical 96% game. It is an average across millions of spins, so it says nothing about what will happen in an hour of play. A casino can also switch to another RTP setting, so check the game info.

With so few paylines and no stated volatility, we would not guess how often it pays. Habanero's catalogue also has New Year's Bash and Lantern Luck, for comparison. The RTP guide explains the term further.

Who it suits

It fits players who want a seasonal, uncomplicated slot with no bonus rounds to follow. Pick a stake that is small relative to your budget and set a time limit, because a simple game can still use up a balance quickly. Adults only. You can see more Habanero slots too.