Many people dislike slots that feature a theme that doesn’t seem to have to offer much in terms of symbolism – and it would be fair to admit that jewel-themed slots are usually a bit dull. They commonly present symbols that look the same in everything except color, with not so imaginative backgrounds and standard features. However, just like with all other themes, there are certain games that stand out from the crowd. In case of jewel-themed slots, “Bejeweled 2” is definitely something different and worth trying.

This 5-reel and 20-payline slot introduces the familiar and somewhat dull theme in a wholly different light – and the difference is not in the symbols themselves, but in the advanced graphics featured in the slot background, special features and intro, which take you through a color vortex to the game. In addition, the Cryptologic designers decided to add a special touch to the special features, so instead of the classic scatters which trigger free spins and multipliers, we have three scatters which activate three different features, all of which can bring some really hefty prizes.

If you’re worried about your budget, you can stop right away, because “Bejeweled 2” doesn’t ask for much. Namely, you can start the game by choosing a coin amount from $0.01 to as much as $25, then select the number of lines (up to 20), and thereby get your final bet sum, which can be as little as $0.20 on the maximum number of lines.

Special Symbols & Features:

Before you start playing “Bejeweled 2”, thanks to its interesting and numerous features, you should probably go through the paytable first, before you start playing, in order to get acquainted with the features. Speaking of which, apart from the standard wild symbol, which replaces all other regular symbols and doubles the prizes formed with its help, there are also three scatters, three or more of which trigger different bonuses.

First of them is the Bejeweled Bonus, which activates a feature that prompts you to play a game of Bejeweled, and win some excellent prizes. What’s so good about this feature is that it doesn’t only depend on luck, but also on your combinatory skills, allowing you more chance to test yourself and actually earn the prizes.

The second feature is Bejeweled Free Spins, which bring 15, 25, or 50 free spins for 3, 4, or 5 triggering scatters respectively. In addition to this, you’ll be presented a multiplier wheel, which you need to stop and reveal a multiplier that will be used during the free spins.

The third feature is quite simple – in Wheel of Riches Bonus another multiplier wheel will spin, and once it stops, your total bet will be multiplied by the number it presents.

There’s so much good about “Bejeweled 2” that you will hesitate much before leaving it. And thanks to its exquisite graphics, sound effects and generous prizes, you’ll return to it over and over again.

- reviewed by Latest Casino Bonuses, last updated 2011-05-16