ABOUT
5 Lions Reborn is an Asian-themed online slot developed by Pragmatic Play, and it's the latest installment in the popular 5 Lions series. Known for its vibrant visuals and mythical creatures, this version brings back fan-favorite features while introducing new elements that enhance both the aesthetic and gameplay.
With a powerful golden lion guarding the reels and intricate Chinese-inspired designs, 5 Lions Reborn offers an immersive experience rich with color, symbols, and the chance for big wins.
Betting Options & Bonus Features
The game is played on a 5x3 grid with 243 ways to win and an RTP of 96.50%. It comes with high volatility, which means players can expect less frequent but potentially much bigger payouts. With a maximum win potential of over 5,000x the stake, it’s designed for thrill-seekers and high-risk, high-reward chasers.
The Chinese luck symbols spinning on reels complement the theme beautifully. The red dragon card is the most valuable symbol, paying out 26x the bet for 5 of a kind.
Right behind is the golden crane, followed by the golden frog - both of these symbols pay out 20x the wager when five of them land together on the reels. Medium valuable symbols include the golden fish and turtle, while the regular royals are at the bottom of the pay table.
When it comes to special symbols, the game features three types of Scatters:
- Regular Scatter - Three or more of these symbols appearing simultaneously trigger the Free Spins feature.
- Golden Scatter - Every time a Golden Scatter lands in the base game, the bonus round is triggered.
- Super Scatter - When this symbol makes its appearance on the grid, it can randomly trigger the Super Free Spins feature.
In case that more than one free spins feature is triggered in the same spin by different Scatters, they will be played as separate rounds. First, all Super free spins will be played, followed by the regular free spins.
Before the bonus round starts, the player gets to choose one of 7 options:
- 20 free spins with 2x starting Wild multiplier
- 15 free spins with 3x starting Wild multiplier
- 13 free spins with 5x starting Wild multiplier
- 10 free spins with 8x starting Wild multiplier
- 8 free spins with 10x starting Wild multiplier
- 6 free spins with 15x starting Wild multiplier
- A mystery number of free spins with a Wild multiplier, both randomly selected from other options
If the Super free spins are triggered, these options aren’t available for picking. Instead, 20 free spins are awarded with a starting Wild Multiplier of 15x.
Both features can be both via the Buy Bonus option. Activation of the free spins round costs 80x the current bet, while the price of triggering Super free spins is 500x the bet.
Roshtein's Take
I wasn’t a fan of the original slot of the series and this sequel hasn’t changed my mind. It’s just a reskin with the same features seen in 5 Lions Megaways that aren’t so exciting to begin with. Sure, it has a good winning potential, so if you like these types of games, you might give it a go. However, 5 Lions Reborn is still not my cup of tea, but don't let that stop you from checking it out.
