GIRAFFALOT

ELK Studios | African Savanna Adventure

10,000x
Max Win
Multiplier
94.0%
RTP
26
Fixed
Paylines
5x4
Reel
Structure
W

Expanding Wilds

Land on reels 2 and 4 in base game, expand to cover entire reel, award respins with multipliers up to 25x, and remain sticky during bonus rounds.

Spreading Wilds

Exclusive to reel 3, converts high-value symbols to wilds, increases existing multipliers, or boosts Expanding Wild values with retriggering capability.

Super Spin

Randomly activates during any spin or respin, removes all low-value card symbols from the reels for that spin, leaving only premium character symbols and wilds.

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Bonus Trigger

Land 3 chalice bonus symbols on reels 1, 3, and 5 to activate 5 Free Spins. Super Bonus symbol upgrades to guaranteed Expanding Wilds every spin.

Wild Combo

When Spreading Wild creates a wild on same reel as Expanding Wild, entire reel becomes wild with combined multipliers from all wilds on that reel.

X

X-iter Feature

Five bonus buy options from 2.5x to 500x bet: Bonus Hunt, Mega Bonus Hunt, Magic Spin, Bonus entry, and Super Bonus with guaranteed expanding wilds.

Game Specifications

Game Type
5-Reel Video Slot
Reel Layout
5x4 Grid
Paylines
26 Fixed
RTP
94.0%
Max Win
10,000x Bet
Min Bet
0.20 EUR
Max Bet
100.00 EUR
Developer
ELK Studios

Medieval Giraffes Meet African Savanna

Unique Theme Fusion

Giraffalot presents anthropomorphic giraffe warriors dressed in ornate medieval armor set against a vibrant African savanna landscape. The game's visual identity blends fantasy elements with natural beauty: golden archways frame the reels while purple flowering trees and floating rock formations create a mystical atmosphere in turquoise skies.

The character symbols feature a royal giraffe king wearing a red cape and golden crown, a purple hippo warrior in battle armor, a rhino equipped with warrior gear, and a monkey in tribal attire. Each premium symbol is encased in elaborate golden frames, paying homage to the medieval theme while maintaining the African aesthetic.

Expanding Wilds Mechanics Explained

Expanding Wilds are the core mechanic that drives Giraffalot's gameplay. In the base game, these golden door-framed W symbols land exclusively on reels 2 and 4. When they appear, they expand vertically to cover all 4 rows of that reel and award 1 respin automatically.

Key Feature: During respins, bonus symbols and Spreading Wilds remain sticky. New Expanding Wilds can land and grant additional respins, though only one respin is awarded per spin outcome. Expanding Wilds may include multipliers displayed on colored shields with lightning effects, ranging from standard values up to 25x.

In the bonus game, Expanding Wilds can land on reels 1, 2, 4, and 5, significantly increasing their appearance frequency. The Super Bonus mode guarantees 1-4 Expanding Wilds on every Free Spin, creating massive win potential when combined with multipliers.

Spreading Wilds on Reel 3

The Spreading Wild appears exclusively on reel 3 and operates differently from Expanding Wilds. This golden ornate gate symbol with a numbered badge performs three possible actions when activated:

  • Converts one high-value character symbol type into wild symbols across all reels
  • Increases multipliers on previously converted wild symbols
  • Boosts the multiplier value of an Expanding Wild already on screen

Spreading Wilds can retrigger within the same round and reactivate during respins, potentially creating cascading conversion effects. The numbered badge indicates how many symbols are converted or the multiplier increase applied.

Wild Combo Multiplier System

When a Spreading Wild creates wild symbols on the same reel where an Expanding Wild appears, the Wild Combo feature activates. The entire reel becomes wild, and all multipliers from wilds on that reel combine into a single massive multiplier value.

For example: If reel 2 has an Expanding Wild with a 5x multiplier, and a Spreading Wild converts two additional symbols to 3x multiplier wilds on that reel, the entire reel becomes a 11x multiplier wild (5 + 3 + 3 = 11x). This mechanic is crucial for reaching the 10,000x maximum win potential.

Super Spin Random Feature

Super Spin may trigger at the start of any base game spin or respin. When activated, all low-value card symbols (J, Q, K, A) are removed from the reels for that spin, leaving only the four premium character symbols, wilds, and bonus symbols visible.

This significantly increases the average win value since only high-paying symbols can land. Super Spin is purely random with no specific trigger condition, adding an element of surprise anticipation to every spin. The feature is visually announced with purple and white lightning effects across the golden archway structure.

Symbol Payouts

King Giraffe
10.00x / 1.50x / 0.50x
Hippo Warrior
5.00x / 1.25x / 0.40x
Rhino
3.00x / 1.00x / 0.35x
Monkey
2.00x / 0.75x / 0.30x
A / K / Q / J
1.50x / 0.50x / 0.15x
Wild (5 of a kind)
25.00x bet
26
Fixed Paylines

All paylines active on every spin, paying left to right on consecutive reels

Bonus Game Features

Free Spins Trigger

Land three ornate chalice bonus symbols on reels 1, 3, and 5 simultaneously to trigger 5 Free Spins. The bonus symbols appear in three color variants: green, red/orange, and purple/violet, each with an ethereal glow effect. The bonus game starts after all wins from the triggering spin are paid.

During Free Spins, Expanding Wilds can land on reels 1, 2, 4, and 5 (compared to only reels 2 and 4 in base game), dramatically increasing wild coverage potential. All respin mechanics function identically to the base game, with sticky bonus symbols and Spreading Wilds during respins.

Super Bonus Mode

Landing one Super Bonus symbol (labeled in red/orange) together with two regular bonus symbols triggers the Super Bonus with 5 Free Spins. This enhanced version guarantees between 1-4 Expanding Wilds will land on every single Free Spin, ensuring wild coverage on most spins.

Important: Bonus symbols do not appear during Free Spins or Super Bonus, meaning the feature cannot be retriggered. The bonus ends when all Free Spins are used or when the 10,000x win cap is reached.

X-iter Bonus Buy Options

The X-iter feature provides five different bonus buy options, each with 94.0% RTP:

  • Bonus Hunt (2.5x bet): One spin with 4x increased chance to trigger bonus or super bonus
  • Mega Bonus Hunt (5x bet): One spin with 10x increased chance to trigger bonus or super bonus
  • Magic Spin (50x bet): Guarantees 2 Expanding Wilds, bonus trigger upgrades to Super Bonus
  • Bonus (100x bet): Direct entry to standard bonus game with 5 Free Spins
  • Super Bonus (500x bet): Direct entry to Super Bonus with guaranteed 1-4 Expanding Wilds per spin

X-iter features are only available in base game with costs ranging from 0.50 EUR minimum to 50,000 EUR maximum based on selected bet level.

Strategy & Win Potential

Understanding the 94.0% RTP

Giraffalot operates at 94.0% Return to Player across all game modes including base game and all X-iter options. This RTP is consistent regardless of bet size, though individual sessions will experience significant variance due to the 10,000x maximum win potential.

The fixed 26 paylines mean every spin costs the same proportion of your bet to cover all winning combinations. With bets ranging from 0.20 EUR to 100.00 EUR, each bet represents 100 coins, allowing precise bankroll management.

Maximum Win Scenarios

The 10,000x maximum win (capped at 1,000,000 EUR regardless of bet size) is achievable through multiple scenarios:

  • Multiple Expanding Wilds with high multipliers across reels 1, 2, 4, and 5 during Super Bonus
  • Wild Combo activations combining multipliers from Spreading and Expanding Wilds
  • Full screen of King Giraffe symbols converted to wilds by Spreading Wild with multiplier boosts
  • Sequential respins adding Expanding Wilds while previous ones remain sticky

The game immediately ends any round where the 10,000x cap is reached, paying out all accumulated wins to that point.

Betting Strategy Considerations

With a minimum bet of 0.20 EUR (20 cents) and maximum of 100.00 EUR, players have wide betting flexibility. The auto-spin feature supports 10, 25, 50, or 100 automatic spins with customizable stop conditions.

Quick Play mode accelerates reel spin speed for experienced players who understand the mechanics. All settings including sound, game sounds, music, and coin display format are fully customizable through the settings menu.

Bankroll Tip: For 100-spin sessions, consider betting 0.5-1% of your total bankroll per spin to weather variance while maintaining bonus trigger potential. X-iter features offer direct access to bonus rounds but consume significant bankroll at 100x-500x bet costs.

Mobile & Technical Performance

Giraffalot is developed by ELK Studios using HTML5 technology, ensuring seamless performance across desktop, tablet, and mobile devices without requiring downloads or plugins. The landscape-oriented interface adapts to various screen sizes while maintaining the ornate golden archway aesthetic and detailed character animations.

The game features intuitive touch controls optimized for mobile play: large spin button on the right side, bet adjustment via coin stack button, and easy access to hamburger menu, X-iter, and settings. All 26 paylines and 4-row symbol visibility remain constant across devices.

Loading screens feature the armored giraffe character with decorative spears and blue vessels, setting the medieval-African tone immediately. ELK Studios branding appears during the loading sequence, confirming authentic game access.

Responsible Gaming

Giraffalot is a game of chance with a 94.0% RTP, meaning the house edge is 6.0% over extended play. The 10,000x maximum win potential creates high volatility with significant variance between sessions. Set deposit limits, take regular breaks, and never chase losses. The demo mode allows risk-free exploration of all features before real money play. Gambling should be entertainment, not income. If gambling becomes problematic, seek help from organizations like GamCare or BeGambleAware.