British slot game developers Blueprint Gaming are back with a third iteration of their slot series inspired by the 1980s cult movie The Goonies. Fellow treasure hunters and fans of the “Truffle Shuffle” should brace themselves for a slot adventure that’s more enjoyable than a pirate ship crammed with Baby Ruth bars.
After the success of its first two Goonies-themed slots, Blueprint Gaming couldn’t help itself from coming back for more. This UK-based studio, now owned by the German Gauselmann Group, is behind some of the quirkiest online slots in the iGaming scene. Their titles are in huge demand from licensed operators and The Goonies: Hey You Guys! already features heavily in the online slots library of leading brands including PokerStars Casino.
One of the most enjoyable aspects of playing slots online is the sense of nostalgia they provide and, trust us, this is no different, as you’ll discover within our review.
From the get-go, the slot layout of Hey You Guys! slaps you like Chunk’s infectious enthusiasm. The reels are set against a backdrop of the iconic Goon Docks, with base game symbols featuring the now-iconic faces of Mikey, Data, Mouth and, of course, the beloved Sloth. Think of it as a pixelated reunion with your favorite gang of misfit adventurers!
The Goonies: Hey You Guys! has more twists than the movie plot itself. There’s several bonus features to get your head around on the reels of this 20-payline game, played out on a conventional 5×3 game grid.
Let’s begin by talking about the Cash Collect feature. Cash symbols can appear on any of the first four reels of the grid. If you are lucky enough to land a Sloth “Collect” symbol on the fifth and final reel when any cash symbols are in view, Sloth expands to cover all positions on the reel, taking the cash symbol values as he moves.
After all cash symbols are collected, the Respin Sloth symbol becomes active on the fifth reel. Whenever the Respin Sloth symbol collects cash symbols, the Boost Sloth symbol is active. If you collect cash symbols with a Boost Sloth symbol, you’ll receive a cash boost to the final total of the prize. The Super Collect Sloth symbol is then activated. This can collect the value of cash symbols on screen as many as ten times.
Once each of these Sloth symbols are activated, they remain in play for the remainder of your slot session. It’s also worth noting that the cash symbols don’t just have cash values displayed on them.
Look out for the game’s scatter symbol too. Land three “Never Say Die!” scatters on the second, third and fourth reels to receive ten free spins. The Cash Collect game mechanism is active in the free spins mode too. The more Sloth symbols you accrue, the bigger your multipliers will be. 12 Sloths in ten free games will earn you a maximum 10x multiplier and an additional five free spins.
During any random spin, there’s also reel modifiers in play. At any point, Sloth may decide to add more wild symbols to the reels or unveil hidden treasure.
In the world of immersive movie-themed slots, The Goonies’ Hey You Guys! slot is a true gem. This slot is a journey into the heart of one of the cult movie classics of the 1980s. With Chunk’s infectious energy, Sloth’s loveable charm, and enough bonus features to satisfy even the greediest Fratelli, this slot is a must-play for Goonies fanatics – a gaming theme that’s as old as the likes of Super Mario.
Grab your treasure map, do the iconic “Truffle Shuffle” and set sail on a slot adventure that’s as epic as One-Eyed Willy’s final voyage. Goonies never say die and neither does the fun on these reels!
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