
Squid Game Gganbu
18+ only, T&C Apply. Play Responsibly.
Experts rating:
Provider: Light and Wonder
Reels: 5
Paylines: 243
RTP: 96.00%
Max win: 2500X
Theme: TV and Movies
High Value Symbol: the Pig
Scatter Symbol: Red Marble
Volatility: low
Squid Game Gganbu review
TV series have often inspired software providers to deliver cool games following the imagery found in the series. The super famous Squid Game show couldn’t be an exception, so it was actually the source for 2 slot games: Squid Game - One Lucky Day and Squid Game Gganbu, which is our focus in this review.The word “Gganbu” deserves a bit of explanation here. It’s a Korean word which means “friend” or “partner” and it has been used in culture as two people who played marbles together (game played by Chinese and Koreans since ancient times).
The base game of the Squid Game Gganbu slot features typical royal card ranks as its low-value symbols. However, there are also elements drawn from the fictional game and its portrayal on screen.
The purple background adds a mystical and slightly unsettling touch. Colorful marbles serve as a reminder of the deadly origins of Squid Game, stemming from innocent children's games. Meanwhile, faceless guards and contestants with numbered backs further emphasize the sinister nature of this ordeal.
Walking Wilds are quite common in slot games, and they serve to replace regular symbols when there is a gap in a winning combination. However, the Squid Game Gganbu wild sets itself apart by being persistent. Unlike other wilds that lock in place, this particular one remains on the reels but moves up one position with every spin. This results in it settling in a new location each time.
Ddakji, a popular Korean toy commonly crafted from folded paper and used in various games, is featured in Squid Game with a sinister twist. In the slot game, it offers players a chance to win a cash bonus worth x36 when appearing on the red paper.