1st of the Irish

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Review of the gaming machine 1st of the Irish from Red Rake Gaming

Introduction

1st of the Irish — this is an Irish tale in the implementation of the Spanish developer Red Rake Gaming, released on May 28, 2020. The slot immerses players in an atmosphere of luck, leprechauns, and rainbows, but at the same time offers a modern cluster payout mechanic and a rich bonus system.

Key Features

1. Cluster Pays mechanics (wins for clusters of symbols).
2. Cascading wins (Avalanche).
3. Five unique bonus meters.
4. Freespins with multipliers and sticky wilds.
5. Medium-high volatility and RTP 95.4%.

Design and atmosphere

Graphics are executed in a bright, multi-stylized style: green hills of Ireland, a cheerful leprechaun with a pipe and beer, rainbows, and golden coins create a playful and positive atmosphere. Sound accompaniment — traditional Irish motifs with an accent on luck and festivity. Overall impression — a light, yet engaging slot with high visual craftsmanship.

Characteristics and symbols

Parameter table

Payouts for combinations (5+ symbols)

1. Leprechaun (Wild) — the highest paying symbol.
2. Beer mug — up to 50× bet for 9+ symbols.
3. Pipe — up to 40× bet for 9+ symbols.
4. Hat — up to 30× bet for 9+ symbols.
5. Horseshoe — up to 25× bet for 9+ symbols.

Payouts depend on the cluster size; the minimum winning cluster — 5+ identical symbols.

Bonus functions and unique mechanics

• Cascades (Avalanche): after each win, symbols disappear, and new ones fall from above, forming potential repeated wins.
• Five bonus meters: each of the main symbols (except Wild) has its own counter. When collecting 9+ symbols, the corresponding bonus is activated:
  • Hat: adds up to 8 Wilds on one spin.
  • Beer: adds random Wilds.
  • Pipe: applies a multiplier (up to x10) to the selected symbol.
  • Horseshoe: duplicates symbols.
  • Coin: transforms symbols into Wilds.
• Freespins: activate when 9+ of any symbols fall. During the freespins, all bonuses work simultaneously, and the rainbow can increase multipliers.
• Sticky Wilds: during Wild bonus rounds, they remain in place for several spins.

Risk-game (gamble) in the slot is not available.

Expert opinions and recommendations

1st of the Irish — an excellent choice for players who appreciate dynamic gameplay and partial bonuses. Thanks to cascades and meters, you will receive a constant feeling of progress even without big wins.

Recommendations

• Play with the minimum bet in the base game to 'trigger' the meters.
• Do not interrupt the autoplay when approaching 9 symbols — the bonus may activate at any moment.
• In the free spins, keep the balance: multipliers and sticky Wilds can significantly increase wins.

Mathematical model

• RTP: 95.4% — slightly below the industry average, but compensated by partial bonuses.
• Volatility: medium-high — possible delayed series without wins, but big payouts happen more often than in low-volatility slots.
• Chances of winning:
  • Minimum cluster — 5 symbols.
  • The bonus activates with 9+ symbols of the same type.
  • Theoretically possible wins up to x10000 from the bet.

Compared to analogs

1. Wild Wild Riches (Pragmatic Play) — also an Irish theme, but with fixed lines and Money Collect mechanics.
2. Triple Irish (Red Rake Gaming) — a simpler slot with classic lines and a smaller bonus collection.
3. Gods of Ireland (Red Rake Gaming) — new (2023), with mini-games and higher RTP (up to 95.7%).

Mobile version

The slot is fully adapted for mobile devices thanks to HTML5 technology. It supports both portrait and landscape screen orientations. The interface scales without loss of quality, and the controls are intuitively understandable even on a small screen.

Pros and cons

Pros

1. A rich bonus system with 5 unique meters.
2. Cascading wins and multipliers.
3. Bright graphics and atmospheric music.
4. Excellent mobile optimization.
5. Chance of a big win (up to x10000).

Cons

1. RTP 95.4% — below average.
2. No risk game for relaxation.
3. Requires patience due to medium-high volatility.

Locking

1st of the Irish — this is not just another Irish slot, but a hybrid of cluster payouts, cascades, and multi-level bonuses. It is well-suited for both beginners and experienced players looking for dynamics and partial events on the screen.

Overall rating: 8.7/10

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Can you play 1st of the Irish for free?

• Yes, most casinos and aggregator sites offer a demo version without registration.

Is there a jackpot in the slot?

• No, there is no fixed jackpot, but the maximum win reaches x10000 from the bet.

How to activate the free spins?

• Collect 9 or more identical symbols in a cluster — this will automatically trigger the bonus game.

Is the slot available in Russia?

• Demo-version is available globally. For real rates, check licensed platforms operating in your region.

Does the game support autoplay?

• Yes, the autopilot function is available with the settings for the number of spins and stop conditions.