Hugo

Expect to find multiplier Wilds, a Treasure Bonus and Free Spins galore in this playful pokie from eminent software provider Play’n GO.

The 5-reel, 3-row game pays homage to the likeable troll made famous by Danish TV networks that went on to spawn an entire media franchise some 30 years ago.

Design

The game has a very cartoonish feel, with bright, vivid animations on show that attempt to replicate the original TV series.

Scan the grid and you’ll notice 13 total symbols in play, made up of playing card symbols from 10 to A, along with 4 higher playing symbols represented by dynamite sticks, bags and nuggets of gold, and digging picks, plus the game’s 2 forces of evil.

Gameplay

Your aim is to rescue Hugo’s wife, Hugoline, from the evil crocodile and its equally nefarious sidekick, Afskylia the witch, in your pursuit of treasure.

Wins are made by lining up 3-5 matching symbols across adjacent reels, from the left outer reel. Whenever Wilds form part of a winning combo, get ready to double your winnings and grab some Free Spins to boot.

Free Spins

Free Spins are triggered by landing 3 or more witch Afskylia symbols in any particular order, which presents you with 3 main options of varying degrees of volatility:

• 5 Free Spins and a 3x multiplier
• 10 Free Spins and a 2x multiplier
• 15 Free Spins and a 1x multiplier

The fewer free spins you choose, the larger the multiplier, and you can boost your earnings up to an impressive 10,000x for each subsequent Free Spin you achieve.

Treasure Chest Bonus

Land Treasure Symbols across reels, 1, 3 and 5 to activate the Treasure Chest Bonus round, which sees you you navigate a series of doors in your attempt to reach the chamber of treasures.

Opening 3 correct doors takes you to your final destination containing a trio of treasure chests for you to choose from. Guess right and you could see your original bet supersized by up to 500x.

It won’t be easy though. You must get past the pesky Don Croco unnoticed in your quest for riches, who’s waiting to scupper your plans by lurking behind certain doors hoping to end the bonus feature.

Volatility

With the chance to win up to 10,000x your stake, this is a medium variance title that unsurprisingly offers bigger wins via its Free Spins that boasts a huge $200,000 top prize.

The Verdict

We see the appeal of this playful effort from Play’n GO, whose main character entertained millions of Scandinavians back in the 1990s. The graphics look good, and you can’t help but love Hugo with his big ears and equally disproportionate nose.

With its authentic sound effects, it’s easy to become immersed in the slot as you’re taken through gold mines and fight to ward off evil characters. And with a maximum 10000x bet multiplier at stake, there’s no denying this game has a lot to offer.

Hugo on Mobile

This is a fun game perfect for mobile players looking to pass some time while hoping to land a decent payday, with the pokie optimised for many modern platforms.

Hugo at Caxino Casino

Hugo, plus hundreds of other popular pokies, are available to play today at Caxino Casino. You can even try out your favourite games in free play mode before wagering any real money to decide which game is right for you.

FAQs

When was Hugo released?

The online pokie Hugo was released in 2016.

Haven't we seen the main character somewhere before?

Yes, the lovable video game hero proved such a hit with 90s TV audiences that creators Play'n GO introduced him to the pokies world.

How do I grab some Free Spins?

Free Spins are earned by catching at least 3 Afskylia the Witch symbols. This leaves you with a choice of three bonuses, each offering a different level of volatility.