Pirots 4

Slot review: Pirots 4

Pirots 4 blasts off the beloved pirate parrots series into outer space, complete with alien threats and cosmic treasure. The gameplay remains anchored in the fan-favorite CollectR™ mechanic: parrots roam a growing grid, gobbling up matching jewels to build combos. But this time, ELK amps it up with grid expansions, power clashes, dual-layered bonus games, and a 10,000x maximum win. The question isn’t whether it’s flashy, it absolutely is. The question is, does it retain the charm that made the early Pirots titles such hits? Our answer: Mostly yes.

Slot overview: Pirots 4

• Grid & Mechanics: Starts on 6×6, can expand to 8×8. Uses cluster-style CollectR™: adjacent symbols collected by parrots trigger cascades and fills.
• Bet Range & RTP: Stakes from €0.20 to €100. RTP is 94% and volatility hovers at high.
• Max Win: Up to 10,000x your bet
• Theme & Presentation: From Caribbean seas to cosmic battlements, the series trips through time and space. Pirots 4 lands in a sci-fi setting with aliens, space stations, RPG-inspired visuals, and a playful audio track.

Slot features: Pirots 4

1. 1. CollectR™ Mechanics: Each of the four parrots on the grid is color-coded. When a parrot moves adjacent to a gem of the same color, it collects it. This collection doesn’t just trigger wins, it fuels the Feature Meter, which unlocks increasingly powerful bonuses as it fills. More collections = more features = bigger grid and win potential.
2. Grid Expansion: The game begins on a 6×6 grid but can expand to a maximum 8×8 size. Expansion is triggered by reaching certain thresholds in the feature meter or through specific symbols.
3. Coin Symbols: Parrots can also collect Coin Symbols instead of gems. These coins have predefined values:
   • Normal Coins: Between 1x and 500x your bet
   • Golden Coins: Have higher average values and can even hit maximum win territory
   • When a coin is collected, its value is instantly added to your total win. Multiple coins can appear per spin, and parrots collect any adjacent ones, not just matching their color.
4. Feature Meter Unlocks: As you collect symbols, the meter to the left of the grid charges. It resets after each spin unless you enter the bonus. As the meter fills, it unlocks special feature symbols that appear on the next spin:
   • Wild Symbol: Replaces any color for collections
   • Upgrade Symbol: Converts low-value gems into higher-value ones
   • Transform Symbol: Changes all gems of one color into another
   • Bomb Symbol: Destroys surrounding tiles, clearing the board for new gems
   • Coin Drop: Drops random coin symbols onto the grid
   • Bonus Symbol: Can trigger the free spins bonus rounds
   • Each unlocked symbol increases the unpredictability and potential of the next spin.
5. Power Clash Feature: This event can occur during gameplay or in the bonus rounds. It randomly applies one or more modifiers like wilds, upgrades, or grid-clears before the parrots move, creating powerful cascades and large collections.
6. Bonus Games: Regular & Super Bonus
   • Regular Bonus: Triggered by collecting enough bonus symbols. You receive 3 free spins, which reset every time a parrot collects a symbol. The grid remains expanded (if unlocked), and collected wins are persistent.
   • Super Bonus: Unlocked through special conditions or Feature Buy. This mode begins on a fully expanded 8×8 grid, with unlocked features not resetting between spins. Coins, wilds, and upgrade chaos abound here, this is where the big wins happen.
7. X-iter Feature Buys: Pirots 4 allows you to directly purchase:
   • Feature symbols activation spins (e.g., upgrade, transform, coin drop)
   • Bonus game entry (starting at 100x bet)
   • Super Bonus (around 500x bet) These let you dive right into the game’s best moments, though they come at high volatility risk.

Popularity

The early Pirots titles captured players with their mix of humor, grid progression, and fresh features, earning awards and strong ratings (e.g., Pirots 2 was honored as “Best New Slot” and “Most Streamed”). Pirots 4 continues that lineage by retaining the addictive CollectR™ engine and cascading upgrades. Though critics note it doesn’t radically reinvent the wheel, it delivers a deeper multi-feature experience with same fun-loving spirit.

Our verdict: Pirots 4

Pirots 4 stays true to its fun, quirky roots while layering in extra depth with expanded grids, bonus clashes, and a Super Bonus mode. It retains the series’ charm but operates at much higher intensity. Old fans will appreciate the richer gameplay, while new players might need time to digest its complexity. Just note: once you fall under its spell, it’s hard to escape.

Our rating 8/10