Valkyries
Written by: Lars Huq, Journalist
Updated: February 25, 2025, 7:57 am UTC+0
In association with Yggrasil, powered by Gati, the innovating games studio Peter & Sons releases another quality and promising-looking video slot, Valkyries. That turned the Viking theme on its head completely. Where the usual Viking battlefield action changes to a more tranquil setting, a school play. But still, filled with Viking references, like the name itself, Valkyries. A designation to those females who decide who will live or die on the battlefield. However, you didn’t come here to learn about Norse mythology and its customs. So back on point, the latest game from Peter & Sons. And as usual, the title itself is filled with rich and well-executed graphics. But also filled with fantastic features and trigger mechanics. Plus, an extra layer of thrills with the power reel inclusion. So, let’s take a seat and become stage critics for this one.
Valkyries video slot – game statistics and other game info
- Game Provider: Peter & Sons
- Type: Video slot, Viking theme
- RTP: 96.0%
- Paylines: 10
- Reel: 5 reels and 3 rows
- Min – Max bet: £0.10 up to £50
- Bonuses & features: Power reels, free spins, locking, dropping, and overlaying wilds
- Volatility: High
- Max Win: 20,000 x your bet
- Release date: 6.12.2021
- Suitable for: Cautious players, Everyday pleasure seekers, Daredevils, and High Rollers.
Valkyries video slot – Bonus Feature
Scatters (Celtic knot style graphics) play a considerable part in Valkyries video slot. In fact, 2 or 3 scatters will launch 2 different bonus games. So for this section, let’s focus on the 3 scatter bonus game, free spins, where the power reel stays active throughout the bonus game. Plus, every wild that lands increase the free spin by 2+ free spins, But also a free re-spin game. That continues as long as the wild symbol lands. Those are by now industry-standard re-spin mechanics. Moreover, also included during the free spin are overlapping wilds. The combined multiplier merge and add to that spin win should the wild overlap in the free spins.
Side note about the bonus feature
We feel that we need to check out the power reel a bit more. That, as already hinted on, triggers via 2 scatter symbols. So, in essence, when activated, the power reel (horizontal reel) will spin one time. And if any of the wild symbols, blue (lock in place) or red (dropping wilds), stop on the reel, the free re-spin session starts. And continues as long as there is a wild visible or on the game grid. Also, should no wild appear, you are guaranteed 2 re-spins for free. In addition, the lock-in place wild can also carry a random 1x, 2x, 3x, 4x, 5x, or 10x your bet multiplier.
Symbols and Scatters
The wilds are Viking-looking helmets with horns and blue and red markers easily identified. For the bonus symbol, or scatter, its Celtic knot in a circle formation with wings and the writing, bonus, on it. By which summarise the trigger or feature symbols. So, when it comes to “regular” symbols, we, of course, have 10, jack, queen, king, and ace. Now, it’s all presuming afterlife decision-makers, Valkyries, for the higher selections. Best explained by saying, Viking women with helmets but in different hair colour and style, 4 in total. Where a male Viking depicts the top paying symbol. And that’s it, yet, for your personal reference. We always encourage all players to visit the paytable and symbol overview before spinning.
The real spin experience of Valkyries
As normal, we put down £1 on 100 test spins on Valkyries video slot. And this is how the 100 spins turned out. There was little to no return for the first 20 to 30 spins. After that, though, it loosed up a bit after that, where we triggered the power reel, still with unwanted results. And then once more, just a few spins later, still no significant wins to report on. And it was not until the 3rd time the power reel activated we saw some decent return to player (RTP). In fact, this re-spin trigger went on for a while and really boosted up the account balance. Unfortunately, however, that was all the reel action we got, and we never managed to trigger the free spins bonus game. Concluding, the mix of hit rate (24,92%), 96.0% RTP and high volatility makes for a hot or not session.
Our thoughts on Valkyries video slot
As expected, Valkyries video slot presents in a top-notch graphical and in an extreamely recognisable Peter & Sons way. And has all elements included to make a perfect video slot. And to list the more prominent features in one sentence really highlights the potential of this game. Or what do you think when we say, 5×3 grid, 10 paylines, 20,000 x max win, power reel, dropping wilds and locking wilds Re-spins. Plus, a free spins game with merging multipliers and always active power reels, wow. So, what does this mean for the experience? Well, luck still needs to be present in Valkyries.
