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Not even out for a full year yet, Buffalo Grand is already closing in on its glorified predecessor in terms of demand. It is just about everywhere, enter any casino and you'll find it - albeit taken and with a long waiting line behind it. This machine is not just a precocious original-wannabe, despite the base game, reel symbols and sound effects being a rehash of the old Buffalo slot machine. Fortunately, there's more to it than a bit of recycled content. Of course, it's 2016 and the competition is ruthless, so now we have a fancy cabinet, advanced CGI and so forth, but more importantly we have a new and improved gameplay with a spark from the good-old flare of one of the most popular slot machines ever to dominate casino floors.
Buffalo Grand Slot Characteristics
Aristocrat officially introduced this machine at NIGA 2015 Indian Gaming Tradeshow and Convention, where we could get a first good look at its grand new award-winning Arc Double cabinet and the surround sound iChair. While it is true that the overall design is essentially the same as the other slots in this series,it does look pretty good and very new on the 42" high-definition curved display. This cabinet comes equipped with a touchscreen as well, but if you're old-school, there are buttons too.
These are just hardware improvements, and as such not a decisive factor in Buffalo Grand's appeal. What is it then that makes this series so persistently sought after? We are not really sure - after all, the reasons might differ for everyone. But, if we had to guess, we'd say it is the particular combination of betting options, pay-line structure and inner workings of its features that puts this slot on that golden middle ground between very dangerous and very generous. Huge wins are definitely possible, especially in its simple, yet interesting bonus features that rely heavily on Wild multipliers for that very purpose. Recently, this machine granted an incredible $ 1,22 million jackpot to a very lucky winner at Sycuan Casino in San Diego - more than half of its total payout up until now!
As an integral part of its exciting gameplay, Buffalo Grand offers 1,024 was to win instead of a standard pay-line structure. With a maximum bet of 375 coins and coin denominations ranging from a single cent up to $ 20, wagers per spin can be as high as $ 7,500, which is pretty crazy indeed. Four levels of progressive jackpot are available to players, but only those who bet max will have a chance at the highest prize. For all others - bets can be as low as 75 credits per spin.
Buffalo Grand Slot Features
Those of you who played and loved the famed Buffalo slot machine will be happy to hear all the old reel symbols are still there. Which means you'll get to see eagles, wolfs, mountain lions, buffalo and deer among the high-value portion, while the low-paying ones include A, J, K, Q, 9 and 10. During the base game, there can be an occasional small win, but luckily the free spins bonus is easy to hit and that's where all the magic is contained.
The Free Spins Bonus is triggered with three Gold Coin scatters landing on the reels at the same time, and may award up to 50 free rounds, Hopefully, players will be lucky enough to get the Sunset Wild on a winning line during this bonus, because it will become a Wild multiplier for the next round. If it combines with high-value buffalo symbols for example, high prizes will be stored to your bankroll.
Conclusion
We think its immense popularity says enough about the Buffalo Grand slot. A sort of a vintage look, simple features and a lot of exciting moments are some of the things you can expect with this famous machine.
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Video Slot game data and features
- 5Reels
- 1024Pay lines
- YesWild Symbol
- NoMultiplier
- YesProgressive
- YesScatter Symbol
- YesFree spins available
- YesBonus Game
- NoBuy feature
- Animals Game theme
Robinb014
2 months ago
Sr. Newbie
3.5 / 5
I don't get what the deal is with all them Buffalo themed games, perhaps a US thing? As another member said, those buffalos rarely seems to hit, but it is cool when it finally does. Played this one I think, or a similar when I visited US. Great memories.
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Randy White
10 months ago
Full Member
2.9 / 5
Buffalo Grand, like most of the other Buffalo themed games is entertaining but does not hit as often as one would think they do. They are wildly popular so you would think they are for a reason right? I have not found the reason why yet at lest. I do like the fact that there is a lower minimum bet and don’t get me wrong,...
Buffalo Grand, like most of the other Buffalo themed games is entertaining but does not hit as often as one would think they do. They are wildly popular so you would think they are for a reason right? I have not found the reason why yet at lest. I do like the fact that there is a lower minimum bet and don’t get me wrong, if you can get into the bonus, it usually pays pretty well. The only problem is actually getting there.
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Zackary Landreth
1 year ago
Newbie
3.5 / 5
The slot retains familiar symbols from the original Buffalo game, including buffalos, wolves, deer, mountain lions, and eagles, complemented by traditional playing card icons (9 through Ace). The game's theme is set against the backdrop of the American wilderness, capturing the essence of the untamed frontier. I like the...
The slot retains familiar symbols from the original Buffalo game, including buffalos, wolves, deer, mountain lions, and eagles, complemented by traditional playing card icons (9 through Ace). The game's theme is set against the backdrop of the American wilderness, capturing the essence of the untamed frontier. I like the original buffalo better
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Mindymae6
1 year ago
Full Member
1.4 / 5
Never would get a bonus and the one time I did it won zero.. won’t play again
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Highroller702
3 years ago
Jr. Member
3.5 / 5
This buffalo is ok I find the bonus is hard to hit usually and when you do a lot of times you can't hit anything with the bonus spins
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AnonymousCali
3 years ago
Sr. Newbie
5 / 5
My favorite slot to play at the casinos! I've won a lot on the Buffalo series slots, more than with any other slots. I still hear the way the game sounds off with "BUFFALOOOOO!" :-)
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ChaseArthur Rawlings184
3 years ago
Newbie
5 / 5
Definitely one of my favorite games to play I have only ever had on it once any other time I’ve just lost my money and it’s not a cheap thing to play at all and it has gotten kind of water down there and as it has gotten more popular
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Mhobbs7321
4 years ago
Newbie
3.7 / 5
One of my favorite land slots.
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Mario Dominguez
5 years ago
Sr. Newbie
This is one of my faves have hit one jackpot on it
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Quickwitted
5 years ago
Sr. Member
4.6 / 5
This slot can really pay but it's not available to me right now since the Niagara Fallsview casino is closed at the moment. Last I played this it was in January of this year! Not too long ago I ended up with 4 features, one of them turning to huge profits when a $131.45 jackpot multiplied by x8 on the bonus wheel. $1051.60...
This slot can really pay but it's not available to me right now since the Niagara Fallsview casino is closed at the moment. Last I played this it was in January of this year! Not too long ago I ended up with 4 features, one of them turning to huge profits when a $131.45 jackpot multiplied by x8 on the bonus wheel. $1051.60 was the result of it!
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Chris bodford
5 years ago
Newbie
3.7 / 5
This game always paysout for me...
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smills232
6 years ago
Newbie
4.1 / 5
I try to play this one at least once every trip, usually when my balance gets low because you're almost guaranteed at least one or two features with a modest investment. It's not a machine that you're likely to get any mind blowing wins from, but it more often than not gives me that modest boost I'm looking for to extend...
I try to play this one at least once every trip, usually when my balance gets low because you're almost guaranteed at least one or two features with a modest investment. It's not a machine that you're likely to get any mind blowing wins from, but it more often than not gives me that modest boost I'm looking for to extend my playing time for a little while. Expect to pay in until you do get free spins because big wins are not often outside of it. Great for the safer player!!
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BUMPKIN13
7 years ago
Full Member
4.1 / 5
I like this game it's fun and has good payouts especially with free spins.
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Candice Brookins
8 years ago
Sr. Member
4.1 / 5
Like this game alot as payouts are high and bonus/free spins hit often and almost always retrigger giving you additional free spins. Get luck and hit buffalos and your gonna receive a decent amount of cash!
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bigbolox_ay
8 years ago
Jr. Member
3.7 / 5
This is surprisingly a great game. I played this at a land based casino and a few months later I found it online at moneygaming.com. Very addictive and enthralling slot game would play again but trying to stay away for a while as I recently triggered a big win.
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kbullguy
8 years ago
Newbie
3.7 / 5
Second favorite buffalo game
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Bizmarkie44
8 years ago
Newbie
4.5 / 5
One of my favorite slots to play at the casino. BUFFALO!
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therese tonkin
9 years ago
Newbie
3.6 / 5
it has its good moments overall its a good game
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Gambinobit
9 years ago
Hero Member
3.1 / 5
I really do like this slot as i find it has some real potential in rewarding players with some nice wins paying out semi frequently making me think that its a mid to high variance slot which means its wise to tackle this one with a substantial bankroll as it might take a bunch of spins and loads of patience to receive the...
I really do like this slot as i find it has some real potential in rewarding players with some nice wins paying out semi frequently making me think that its a mid to high variance slot which means its wise to tackle this one with a substantial bankroll as it might take a bunch of spins and loads of patience to receive the reward you looking for
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