Booming Bars

There is a certain profound truth held by many: simplicity is the pinnacle of elegance. This concept is at the center of Booming Games’ Booming Bars. Based on the Isle of Man, Booming Games has been making waves with its slot releases of late – some have been thought-provoking, some excellent, some less so. In this three-by-three mini-slot, the design team opts for a luxe, minimalist game approach. The result will certainly delight fans of old-school gaming.

Theme

It would seem that Booming Bars is brought to players by the number seven and the letter B, as gaming symbols are largely comprised of sevens glimmering in various jewel tones and of bar symbols, appearing in combinations of one, two, and three. The title symbol, a pair of encircled, golden B’s, acts as wild while doubling the value of any wins of which it is a part. The game background is an expanse of purple which, combined with the synth keyboard tones of the theme music, conjure up a feeling of Prince-esque glamour. After especially large payout, the screen lights up in celebration, announcing the ‘epic’ or ‘mega’ win. From the buttons with which players control the betting, is it made clear that this title is meant to summon the feeling of actual casino play, with the game screen that of a video slot… judging by the design, it would certainly have to be among the more luxurious casinos available.

Betting Options, Functions and Features

With ten fixed paylines, bets are easily adjustable to the player’s desired size, up to a maximum of 50 times the betting currency per spin. Icons on the lower half of the game screen allow players to set the reels in motion, engage automatic play, and adjust the bet size, while the icons at the top of the screen launch detailed information about the paytable, game rules, and toggle game and sound settings.

There isn’t much room for bonus features in a three-by-three, ten-payline mini slot, but Booming Games does better than expected in this regard. As noted, the interlocking B’s wild symbol doubles the value of any win with which it is involved… should two such symbols join forces, that becomes a quadruple win. Additionally, a match of all three different colors pays along a payline.

Our Take

Many slot players are drawn to maximalism: they crave more features, more animation, more design elements… more of everything. In Booming Bars, Booming Games makes a virtue of just the opposite. Simple design makes for clean play with almost tangible elegance. Old-school players, or those who value minimalism in gaming, will be sure to find this title an instant classic.