Volatile Vikings 2 Dream Drop

Volatile Vikings 2 Dream Drop Slot Review

Gear up and get ready for the biggest battle yet as we take on the most volatile Dream Drop addition to Relax Gaming’s portfolio, in Volatile Vikings 2 Dream Drop!

Get ready to take to the seas with the Nordics’ fiercest warriors for the biggest spoils of war yet. We must battle our way through ice and fire in this 6×5 battlefield and push through waves of Multiplier Reveal symbols, Winning Cascades, Treasure Chests and the odd Jackpot or two. Not for the faint of heart, this journey will be volatile and the spoils abundant, but these fearless Vikings will wait for no one.

Volatile Vikings 2 is the 3rd new release to receive Relax Gaming’s much-awaited industry headliner Dream Drop Jackpots, and we’re pretty certain that it won’t be the last. Relax Gaming’s Dream Drop Jackpots first made their appearance in Temple Tumble 2 and have since gone on to appear in an old favourite, Snake Arena. If you’ve not managed to hit the Jackpot yet, it may just be a case of third time’s the charm!

We’ve reviewed many sequels in our time, and the one thing we tend to look for first is changes in design, and it’s apparent that Volatile Vikings 2 has had a bit of a makeover, but not so much that you wouldn’t recognise it as a sequel. The background puts us inside a Viking Tavern of some kind, which is a much warmer destination than the original Volatile Vikings.

There have also been some minor changes to both the High and Low paying symbols, including the colour scheme.

Base Game and Features

Volatile Vikings 2 Dream Drop is a 6×5 Video Slot with a Scatter Pays mechanic. In order to form a winning combination, you will need to land 8 or more of the same symbol types in any non-adjacent position on the grid. The minimum bet available here is £/€0.20 per spin, and the maximum bet available is £/€30 per spin, with plenty of other betting options in between the two.

Volatile Vikings 2 Dream Drop features Cascading Reels. Each time a winning combination is formed, all winning symbols will be destroyed and new symbols will fall down via a Cascade, filling all empty positions on the grid. Once a Cascade occurs, there is a chance of creating even more winning combinations.

In terms of symbols, all High-paying symbols fall into a collection of Wood Carvings. The Red Wood Carving has the highest pay value, followed by the Yellow, Green, Purple and Blue Carvings. Low-paying symbols fall to 4 smaller Yellow, Green, Purple and Blue Carvings. There is no Wild symbol present in Volatile Vikings 2 Dream Drop.

Like the original, Volatile Vikings 2 makes use of the Multiplier Reveal feature along with Relax Gaming’s new Dream Drop Jackpots. More on these below!

Multiplier Reveal

Similar to the original Volatile Vikings, each spin starts with 2 Multiplier Reveal symbols, one present on Reel 3 and another on Reel 4.

Each Multiplier Reveal symbol has a counter and a Multiplier attached to it. The counter will drop by 1 for each winning Cascade during the same spin. Once the counter reaches 0, the current Multiplier will activate and destroy all symbols surrounding it up to a maximum of 8, clearing space for new symbols to drop down.

Once a Multiplier has been activated, a new Multiplier Reveal symbol will fall during a Cascade to replace the other. At the end of the spin, the total of all collected Multipliers will be applied to the total win for that spin.

Dream Drop Bonus

Before any random spin in the base game, the Dream Drop Jackpot round can be awarded.

Once active, you will be met with 5 reels that all vary in height, with all 5 reels having 1 of 5 Jackpot Prizes above each one. During the Dream Drop Bonus, only Crate and DD symbols can land in view, but only the DD symbols will remain in their position.

The Dream Drop Jackpots round will continue until 1 of the 5 reels is entirely filled with Dream Drop symbols, which awards the corresponding Jackpot Prize. The Rapid, Midi, Maxi, Major and Mega Jackpots are all progressive, which means their amounts will increase as you play. The Major and Mega Jackpots must be paid out before they reach a certain amount.

Free Spins

Landing 3 or more Scatters in any position on the grid triggers the Free Spins round, awarding 6 Free Spins. Every additional Scatter symbol after the 3rd awards +1 Free Spin.

During the Free Spins round, the Multiplier Reveal feature works in a similar fashion to that in the base game, but it’s Persistent for the remainder of Free Spins and is applied at the end of each spin.

Landing a Scatter symbol during the Free Spins round awards an additional +1 Free Spin.

Our Verdict

Relax Gaming’s Dream Drop Mechanic is establishing itself nicely since its debut in Temple Tumble 2.

Volatile Vikings 2 seems like the perfect choice for Relax’s new Jackpot feature, and it’s safe to say that we’re excited to see both Jackpot and Slot in action together for some big wins.

However, when we’re strictly speaking about Volatile Vikings 2 and not the Dream Drop feature, then it actually looks slightly less appealing than its predecessor. For one, there doesn’t seem to be a bonus buy feature anymore, and in other areas, the statistics are lower than those of the original Volatile Vikings.

In this game, you’re looking at an RTP of 94.80% to make the Jackpot contribution possible, and the max win is half that of the original at 10,000x.

To us, this isn’t too much of a bad thing. If you think about it, then Relax Gaming had to make some of these changes to include their Jackpot feature. Volatile Vikings 2 may be less potent than the original, but when you include the Dream Drop Jackpot into the equation, then the opposite is true.

It really depends on what the player is looking for. If you’re looking for high win potential but you’ve no interest in Jackpot Slots, then the original will suit you fine. However, if you’re looking for a potent slot with a lot of promise and a Jackpot Feature to go with it then Volatile Vikings 2 is as good a choice as any.

Overall, we think Relax Gaming has done a fine job with Volatile Vikings 2. On paper, it may seem less appealing, but putting your faith in the Dream Drop aspect of it wouldn’t be a bad move.

Frequently Asked Questions

• What is the RTP of Volatile Vikings 2 Dream Drop?

  The RTP (Return to Player) of Volatile Vikings 2 Dream Drop is 94.80%. This rate ensures that the Dream Drop Jackpot feature is included in the contribution, making it possible for players to pursue the progressive jackpot prizes while maintaining fair gameplay.
• What is the maximum win on Volatile Vikings 2 Dream Drop?

  The maximum win on Volatile Vikings 2 Dream Drop is 10,000x your stake. This represents a reduction from the original Volatile Vikings (which had a 20,000x max win), but the addition of the Dream Drop Jackpot feature compensates with the potential for progressive prize pools.
• Does Volatile Vikings 2 Dream Drop have free spins?

  Yes, Volatile Vikings 2 Dream Drop features a Free Spins round. Landing 3 or more Scatter symbols anywhere on the grid triggers the bonus, awarding 6 free spins. Every additional Scatter symbol beyond the 3rd awards +1 free spin, and during the free spins round, Scatter symbols trigger additional spins.
• Can I play Volatile Vikings 2 Dream Drop on mobile?

  Yes, Volatile Vikings 2 Dream Drop is fully optimized for mobile play. The 6×5 grid with Scatter Pays mechanic translates seamlessly to mobile devices, allowing you to enjoy the cascading reels, Multiplier Reveal feature, and Dream Drop Jackpot experience on your smartphone or tablet.
• Does Volatile Vikings 2 Dream Drop have a bonus buy feature?

  No, Volatile Vikings 2 Dream Drop does not feature a bonus buy option. This is one of the differences compared to the original Volatile Vikings. To trigger the Free Spins round, you must land 3 or more Scatter symbols naturally during regular gameplay.
• What is the volatility of Volatile Vikings 2 Dream Drop?

  Volatile Vikings 2 Dream Drop has High volatility. This means the slot produces larger payouts less frequently, making it ideal for players seeking substantial wins. The combination of high volatility with the Multiplier Reveal feature and Dream Drop Jackpot creates exciting winning potential for those with the patience to pursue it.
• What is the Multiplier Reveal feature in Volatile Vikings 2 Dream Drop?

  The Multiplier Reveal feature places 2 Multiplier Reveal symbols on Reels 3 and 4 at the start of each spin. Each symbol has a counter that decreases by 1 with every winning Cascade. When the counter reaches 0, the Multiplier activates and destroys surrounding symbols (up to 8), clearing space for new symbols. All collected Multipliers are applied to your total spin win at the end.
• What are the bet limits for Volatile Vikings 2 Dream Drop?

  The minimum bet on Volatile Vikings 2 Dream Drop is £/€0.20 per spin, and the maximum bet is £/€30 per spin. With plenty of betting options between the minimum and maximum, players have flexibility to adjust their stakes according to their bankroll and playing style.