Mayan Code Slots
One ancient civilization that is shrouded in untold mystery is that of the Mayan era. From the people of the time, all the way through to the panic of 2012, Mayan culture and Mayan influence still manages to marvel to this very day. Considering the fact that the world is still enamored with the Mayan era, YoYouGaming decided to bring culture to life in a brand new online slots game.
Loaded with plenty of Mayan iconography, does this game live up to the hype? Keep reading to find out!
Living by the Code of the Time
The “Mayan Code” in this game is presented through the golden figureheads that are located next to the title banner at the top of the screen. You can also see their famous temples, which no doubt get plenty of tourist activity. The slot offers a warm colour palette in general, which we all are going to enjoy, as through this there feels as if there is no rush to make your move in the game.
From Temples to Coins
The symbols in Mayan Code look crystal clear too, which really gives this game some additional “oomph”. You can expect a Mayan chief with an elaborate/detailed headpiece, the Mayan calendar, the Mayan temple, old statues, Mayan coins, Mayan heads, and a golden mask to steal the show on the reels.
The golden mask has to be one of the most unique symbols we have seen in a casino slot in recent memory, as when found it opens up to reveal a face, with that face opening up revealing another face underneath. It may give you the creeps, but we think it looks perfect for the Mayan theme.
Built Brick by Brick
This is one game you may end up coming back to again and again because of its superb user interface. The developers over at YoYouGaming have their own style when it comes to creating a UI and their expertise shows. There is no wasted space and everything is right where you would expect it to be.
On the far left side, you can see the total balance, total win, and total bet, as they are stacked on top of each other. To the right of it, you can find paytable access, auto start, bet per line, bet max, and spin. You can set your bet amount and the amount of auto spins with the plus and minus symbols found to the left and right of their respective displays. If you don’t want to deal with that, that’s what the bet max option is for.
Overall, it is really easy to play Mayan Code, as there is minimal gameplay complexity to be found here.
Meshing With the Mayans
The Mayan Code is a 3-reel slot with 8 paylines available, which means it falls well within class slots territory. You can view the paylines by hovering your mouse over the heart-covered number, which you can find on the left and top of the reels.
You may be thinking to yourself the ways to win are limited in this game, but you would certainly be wrong.
X Marks the Spot
Mayan Code offers up plenty of potential ways to win, as it is up to you to determine what your chances are. There is a bonus prize that becomes active when you bet 5 or more coins per line. You win that bonus prize by landing either a full screen of one symbol or landing an X or cross pattern of symbols.
The Face Behind the Mask
You can also win with a scatter symbol in the form of the golden mask. Four or more of these masks and you will be awarded with free spins. The amount of free spins awarded is tied in directly with the amount you bet per line. For the best possible rewards, you need to at least bet 10 coins per line in order to be awarded 20 free spins.
Mastering the Mayan Code!
Mayan Code begets you to come back and play, as the game really does impressive on several fronts. Tapping into a period of time that is truly loaded with mystery, YoYouGaming must be commended for what they have been about to do here with this title. Mayan Code is a masterful creation that all players should take the time to explore.
