1st Down Slot

Graphics

Before we get to the reels, we have a tough choice to make. Which team will we be? There are eight to select from, all with epic names like Bobcats, Cyclones, Diablos, Stags, Stormers, Comets, Sabres and Hawks. Depending on which one we choose, the visuals of the game change.

Each team has its own colours so once we’ve made our choice, prepare for a personalised slots experience. The symbols on the slot are all to do with the glorious game, including Helmets, Balls and Quarterbacks, along with the traditional card values. It’s nifty to change the colours, for instance it’s all yellow when we play as the Sabres and even the jackpot symbol changes to match the club’s logo.

As we spin away using the slot’s Wilds, it’s the bonus round which really delights on screen. Why? Because it shows real-life snippets of the game, displaying our team pushing hard to win a touchdown and send wins our way.

Gameplay

1st Down has a lot of nice touches to it. First off there’s the customised reel case, jackpot logo and club colours. Then there’s the little details such as the Slam Stop which brings the reels to a halt.

We don’t have to be American Football fans to appreciate the action on this slot. And this happens on the slot’s main bonus feature. When five of the Gold Coins land anywhere across the reels, we watch a series of American Football plays. This is live footage of the actual squad, passing, moving across the field and scoring touchdowns or field goals.

Believe us, you don’t have to know anything about the sport, the clips are fun to watch, self-explanatory and help to heighten the anticipation as we move closer to the lines. When our team makes a touchdown, we get six times the Multiplier value on the gold coins while a field goal gives three times the amount. It’s certainly an interesting way to boost our funds and we almost forget that there are no free spins.

Verdict

Inspired Gaming is known for its sports games and, by working within the NYX framework, it brings American Football to a whole new audience. It’s a fast-paced introduction into field goals and touchdowns and, even if you’re not an an NFL master, you’ll be hooting for your team when the videos came on.

Hoot!