The Walking Dead began as a graphic novel and then became an institution. The TV show spawned multiple seasons and was watched by millions of people all over the world. It was also turned into a couple of video games and inspired countless others. The latest iteration of this classic zombie story is a fully licensed slot machine created by Playtech. The reels are littered with “walkers” and other images from the TV show. And because it’s a Playtech slot, you’ll also find plenty of features and great graphics.  

What is the Walking Dead Slot?

The Walking Dead is a 5-reel, 50-payline slot licensed by AMC, the US TV network that originally broadcast the show back in 2010. It takes images and ideas from the show on which it is based, and it includes all of the main characters (Rick Grimes, Michonne, Daryl, Negan, and Carol). The symbols, animations, and features blend real-life photographs from the show with illustrations. The game also includes a spooky backdrop of the post-apocalyptic world that the survivors find themselves in. See below for a list of the slot’s features.

•       4 Fixed Jackpots
•       Tower Feature
•       Wild Reel
•       Bonus Spins

You can play The Walking Dead for between £0.10 and £500 per spin and there is a maximum payout of 2,198x, which equates to £2,198 for a stake of just £1.  

The Walking Dead Features

Rick Grimes is the main protagonist of The Walking Dead. He’s a small town Sheriff’s deputy who brings the survivors together and assumes a generally heroic role throughout. He’s also the star of this slot, as he triggers the biggest payout of all the main game symbols. Once you get past the great visuals and character symbols, you’ll find a number of top features on this slot, including:  

Wild Reel

The Wild Reel takes the form of a zombie horde, showcasing the terrifying walkers in all their gory glory. The Hand Wild appears initially, but it can transform into a Zombie Wild when multiple symbols appear, and this is the point where things get interesting. The Wild Reel is responsible for some of the game’s biggest payouts and is also active during the Bonus Spins feature.  

The Tower

The Tower feature is triggered when 6 or more Coin symbols land on the reels. These symbols will then lock in place for 3 Respins. When more Coin symbols appear, they are added to the winning lines, and the respin total resets. Additional rows can be unlocked while this feature is active and they increase the payout potential. The Tower feature is where the jackpots come into play. There are four of these on offer and they are all fixed, which means the payout size is in relation to your stake:

•       Mini Jackpot = 20x (e.g., £20 from a £1 bet)
•       Minor Jackpot = 50x (e.g., £50 from a £1 bet)
•       Major Jackpot = 200x (e.g., £200 from a £1 bet)
•       Grand Jackpot = 1,000x (e.g., £1,000 from a £1 bet)

Look out for the Biohazard symbols, as they trigger the jackpots.  

Bonus Spins

The Scatter symbol triggers the Bonus Spins feature, along with an instant payout of 1x, 10x, or 50x, depending on whether you revealed 3, 4, or 5 of these symbols. You will get 6 spins in total and must then spin a modifier wheel to determine which features accompany these spins:

•       Wild Walkers: Stacks of Wild symbols turn into Wild Walkers. These symbols freeze the spins and begin to move across the reels.
•       Alexandria: Additional Respins are triggered by the appearance of a full stack of Coin symbols. If there are three or more Coin symbols on the reels, the Tower feature will trigger, giving you a shot at the jackpots and other prizes.
•       The Whisperers: Up to 3 special reels can appear. These reels contain only Wild symbols and Coin symbols.
•       Saviours: A random multiplier is added to the Wild and Coin symbols that appear in the middle reels.
•       The Horde: When Wild and Coin symbols appear on any of the three middle reels, they expand to fill the reel.

It is possible to trigger the Tower feature during all of these Bonus Spin features. Furthermore, the Scatter symbol remains active and if you reveal another 3 or more of these, you’ll be given an extra 6 spins.  

Summary of The Walking Dead Slot

Just like the zombie-filled world on which it is based, The Walking Dead slot is packed with action and surprises. You don’t need to be a fan of The Walking Dead to play this Playtech slot machine. You’ll certainly have a better idea of who the characters are and what the references mean, but as long as you appreciate well-made slots with lots of features you’ll enjoy this one.