Dead or Alive Slot

Dead or Alive is an online slot game developed by the online game development studio NetEnt and released in 2013. This slot is the original game in the Dead or Alive series that has proven very popular amongst gamers, with the sequel Dead or Alive 2 being released in 2019. This slot title utilises a Western theme and compliments that theme with some very enjoyable gameplay and bonus features. The combinations of these 2 elements make Dead or Alive a very enjoyable slot game for any slot gamer interested in detailed visuals and play mechanics. 

Dead or Alive Game Background

This online slot game features a 5-reel, 3-row playtable formation that allows for up to 9 potential paylines. This means that there are 9 ways in which matching symbol combinations can be made. This may seem low in today's modern slot landscape, which is full of Megaways slots which provide 1000s of potential paylines; however, the lack of paylines is unnoticeable during base gameplay. 

The background of Dead or Alive depicts a dusty Western setting. The background overlooks outwards from the edge of a Western town and shows cut-down trees and a stormy sky. The sky is black and dark grey, with lightning bolts periodically striking down onto the ground below. Directly behind the playable and in front of the trees, there is a windmill and the corner of a wooden building with a small lamp hanging from it that produces a small, warm orange glow. 

The playtable itself is made from wood and made to look as though it could be a wall or a door for an old-fashioned saloon. There is a decorative wooden pillar that separates every reel from one another, and the payline numbers are hooked onto the sides of the playtable and designed using different colours. 

Dead or Alive Slot Symbols

The lower-value symbols in Dead or Alive take inspiration from live casino games by using popular card symbols such as Jack, King, Queen and so on. These symbols are all designed in an almost Art Deco style, harking back to the old American times this slot is set within. The higher-value symbols feature different cowboy-inspired imagery, such as cowboy boots and whiskey shorts. It should be noted that although the overall design for all the slot symbols and backgrounds is very visually interesting, the graphical quality is visibly dated. The old-school graphics lead to a less polished slot experience; however, for many people, this adds character to the slot. 

Lower Value Symbols:

• 10

• Jack

• Queen

• King

• Ace

Medium Value Symbols:

• Shots of Whiskey

• Cowboy Boots

• Cowboy Hat

Higher Value Symbols:

• Gun Holster

• Sheriffs Badge

The wild symbols in Dead or Alive are very interesting as they are represented by a wanted poster. This poster is designed in great detail, as can even be seen by the creases on the piece of paper from which it is made. The scatter symbol in Dead or Alive is also reminiscent of Western themes as it is displayed by two crossed-over revolvers. 

Dead or Alive Bonus Features

Dead or Alive is a classic slot game, and therefore, there are not many bonus features available to players. There are still some bonuses available that improve the overall slot gameplay; however, when comparing this to other jackpot slots, for example, players should expect a more traditional, straightforward experience. 

Like a majority of online slots in the UK, there is a wild symbol which can substitute for all symbols, except scatters, in order to form matching symbol combinations. During the free spins round, there are also new, unique sticky symbols. These symbols hold their position on the playtable for the entire duration of the free spins round, and if one or more sticky symbols appear on all reels, the player will be awarded an additional 5 free spins. 

The free spins round itself is another bonus feature available. This bonus round is triggered through landing 3+ scatters on the reels. Doing so will award the player with 12 free spins. The free spins round can also be retriggered by landing more scatters on the reels, and if this happens, then any sticky symbols which have landed will remain on the reels.

Dead or Alive Mobile Play

Dead or Alive, like many slots here at BoyleSports Games, is available to be played on mobile devices. This allows players to decide whether they would like to access Dead or Alive on their PC or laptop or whether they would prefer to play this slot on mobile or tablet devices. 

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