Joker Pro Slot

Joker Pro encompasses all the great things from the much-loved retro one-arm fruit machines. With classic symbols, 3 reels and fantastic sound effects. There are some modern twists though with Re-Spins and Sticky Wilds. There’s also a great max prize attached of 1,000x your bet. It’s not all highs though as I think some of you may have an issue with the lack of free spins. 

Should You Play Joker Pro?

Yes! Especially if you’re looking for something simple with a classic vibe. There’s a decent RTP and the max win is pretty good. The game’s very easy to play so it would be a good choice if you want to step from physical slots to online games. It also works effectively on any device and there aren’t too many symbols which you’ll need to learn.

Joker Pro Gameplay: The Facts

My first impressions were positive. The game’s simple and follows a classic layout which you’d find on a fruit machine in Vegas. You’ve got 5 reels, 3 rows and 10 fixed paylines. 

I explored the betting options and found that the game uses coins and coin values. The minimum total bet is €0.10 and the maximum is €100.

I then clicked on the ‘i’ icon which revealed the paytable. I was surprised to see just 5 symbols in the base game - usually NetEnt slots pack in more to their slots. The highest paying is the diamond then the Lucky 7’s, whilst the lower values are the BAR, Bells, Horseshoes and Clover.

What’s the Story Behind the Game?

NetEnt released this title in 2016 as a nod to the classics which we’ve all played at some point. I did some research and discovered that the slot isn’t the developer's most famous Joker themed game though.

There isn’t a story as such with this one, you’ve got the Joker, classic symbols and what looks like an 80s nightclub. 

A Classic Design and Simple Playing Experience

The design is retro though NetEnt have sprinkled some glamour on the graphics. There’s a night-time theme and the backdrop could easily be from a TV game show. 

The music played constantly through my gameplay. It sounded like a 90’s pop song which repeatedly builds to a crescendo. I did find it got quite annoying after 20 spins and muted it though, sorry NetEnt!

Overall I found the game to be a pleasure to navigate. It is so simple to play - even the paytable is just a few slides in length. It was a delight to test on my mobile devices, due to its simplicity there was no compromise on quality.

Joker Pro Bonus Features

There are a couple of special symbols and extras in this game, but there are no free spins. I found that the main bonus rounds revolve around the Joker Pro Re-Spins which I’ll discuss in the next section.

The game's Wild symbol substitutes all others except for the Scatter. It doesn’t have its own payouts though which is unusual.

The Scatter is the Joker's hat which can only land on reels 2,4 and 4 in the base game.

Joker Pro Re-Spins + Hot Spot Wins

I landed just 2 Scatters to activate this feature, which is a fair and small number. When you compare this to the usual 3,4 or 5 symbols which are usually required in most online slots. 

The game really sprang to life at this point and reels 1 and 5 turned Wild with 3 Hot Spots in the middle reels. My Scatters which triggered the round then turned into Sticky Wilds whilst the Re-Spins kicked off!

If you land 1+ extra Wilds during this round you’ll be granted another Re-Spin which will stick until the end. I sadly didn’t manage this but it could inspire some sizable wins. If you get 3 Wilds then this is how you’ll land the game's top prize of 1,000x your bet. If no additional Wilds appear, then the Re-Spins round will end.

How to Play Joker Pro

Getting started is super easy;

1. Locate the game in your favourite online casino. This shouldn’t be too difficult as NetEnt slots are always widely offered.

2. Check that your real money balance is topped up and ready for your session and fix a strict budget.

3. Open the paytable via the ‘i’ icon and check the winning combos, bonus feature info and RTP.

4. Choose your bet size. This is done by selecting your ‘Level’ (number of coins per bet line 1-10) and ‘Coin Value’ (0.01-1).

5. Hit the white spin button and good luck!

What Is Joker Pro’s RTP?

The return to player is 96.80% which is good, I usually aim for slots around the 96% mark. I discovered that the volatility comes in at high. This will mean that statistically larger wins will land but on a less frequent basis. So do bear this in mind when deciding whether to play this game. I actually prefer wagering for bigger hits, but this all depends on your budget and attitude to risk.

For testing the game I placed the majority of my bets in the middle of the range €0.10-€100. I was sure to spread the stakes across the total coins and values too.

How Can You Improve Your Chances on Joker Pro?

Scoring wins will require 3,4 or 5 matching symbols on any of the 10 active paylines. The highest payer is the Diamond, followed by the 7’s. The game's max win of 1,000x your bet is generated in the Re-Spins round with 3 Wilds.

Bet line wins pay from the left to right reels with only the highest win being paid out.

The payline patterns follow the majority of NetEnts classic casino games:

My Tips For Joker Pro

Here’s how you can get the most out of Joker Pro;

• Spread your wagers across the full range - if you can afford to. Triggering the Re-Spins on a larger wager will be more beneficial. But if you cannot make consistent large bets - then don’t.

• The volatility of the game is high so make a budget and stick to it. Don’t be tempted to chase your losses and always play responsibly. 

• Get familiar with the slot before you place your real money bets. Play the game for free and get a feel for the speed, symbols and features you'll encounter at the world's best casinos.

• Don’t use the Autoplay function. There aren’t any responsible gaming tools to add to your sessions. So sit back and hit the spin button yourself and enjoy the ride!

My Personal Experience of Playing Joker Pro

My base game wins were average and t. The size of my wagers didn’t seem to make any difference to the hit rate. I missed seeing Wilds on the reels too. I got into the Re-Spins feature with just 2 Scatters after 20-30 spins, with my win from this being decent when I entered the round with a €10.00 bet. The Hot Spots and Sticky Wilds really added to the overall excitement but the feature was over quickly for me.

How I Tested Joker Pro

I used my iPhone and an HP laptop (Windows) to test the game. My browser choices were Safari for the smartphone and Google Chrome for the desktop. The game loaded quickly and without glitches. The controls are so simplistic anyway that there was no difficulty placing bets on the smaller screen. 

Joker Pro vs Similar-Themed Slot Games

Here are two other fun-themed joker slots for comparison;

Slot	Developer	RTP	Max Win	Theme	Bonus Features
Triple Jokers	Pragmatic Play	96.51%	5,000x	Classic joker slot	Respin Until You Win and stacked Wilds.
Joker Ice Frenzy Epic Strike	Rabcat	96.24%	2,000x	Joker slot on ice	Up to 30 free spins and 3 line pay wins.