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Miami Nights from Booming Games: Slot Review - a proper 80's experience!

Enjoy the glitz and glamour of 1980s Miami when you play this fun online slot.

Get ready to take a trip back in time to the 1980s in this new release from software studio Booming Games. The setting for this game is of course Miami which is where the hit 1980s TV show “Miami Vice” was based. This slot centres on a male character dressed in white who looks strikingly similar to the main detective James ‘Sonny’ Crockett played by actor Don Johnson from the program. Let’s accompany this hotshot detective on his latest mission as he goes undercover to catch the bad guys all the while enjoying the bustling nightlife scene in the city of Miami!

Miami Nights is a 5 reel slot with 20 paylines that includes Free Spins, Wild Multipliers, 2-Way Pay, and Stacked Wilds.

Miami Nights Screenshot

Special Features

The first feature to discuss is the 2-Way Pay feature. This is triggered when you land 2 Special symbols on the reels. The Special symbol is represented by an image of two neon arrows pointing opposite ways. Once activated, your winnings for the next 5 spins will be counted on winning paylines not only from left to right but also from right to left. If you happen to land 2 more Special symbols while in this feature then you will receive 5 more spins which pay both ways.

The Wild symbol in this slot is illustrated by a big cruise ship and its main job is to substitute for all other symbols apart from the Scatter and Bonus symbols. This symbol also appears stacked in packs of 3 on the reels which can appear partially or completely on the reels. There’s also a Wild 2X symbol which can show up on the reels and when this symbol is part of a winning combination then it will multiply your win by 2.

The Scatter symbol is depicted by a neon dolphin. Land 3 of these symbols on the reels to trigger the Free Spins bonus game where you will be awarded 10 Free Spins. A Wild 3X symbol is also present in this feature to multiply your wins, thus further increasing your chances of landing a big cash payout on the reels.

Theme, Graphics and Sound

Booming Games is famously known for using fancy neon-style graphics in their games and for this slot it has to be said that the graphics match the 1980s theme perfectly. The game takes place in front of a Miami skyline with tall buildings and palm trees in the background that’s illuminated by a stylish purple-lit sky. Symbols are bright and colourful and consist of a Man in White, a Blonde Lady, a Redhead Lady, Cocktails, Cruise Ships, Flamingos, Palm Trees, Dolphins, Sunshades, and Lemon Wedges. The animations are crisp as symbols enlarge and are highlighted by a bright purple frame when part of a winning combination.

The music is 80's inspired as you would expect and features lots of drum and bongo sound effects. It complements the fast-paced gameplay nicely.

Win lines, Payouts and Jackpots

The game has 20 paylines, a reasonable RTP of 96.08%, and a maximum payout worth 5,780X your wager.

Below is a summary taken from the PayOut Table from the game. The amount won for each combination depends on the value of the bet when you spin the reels.

Bet Per Line: 0.20, 0.40, 0.60, 1.00, 2.00, 4.00, 6.00, 10.00, 20.00, 40.00, 60.00

Based on a bet of 0.20:

  • Cruise Ship Wild Symbol: 0.05 for 2X, 0.50 for 3X, 1.00 for 4X, 2.00 for 5X
  • Male in White Symbol: 0.03 for 2X, 0.25 for 3X, 1.00 for 4X, 1.50 for 5X
  • Blonde Lady Symbol: 0.02 for 2X, 0.20 for 3X, 0.80 for 4X, 1.20 for 5X
  • Redhead Lady Symbol: 0.15 for 3X, 0.50 for 4X, 1.00 for 5X
  • Flamingo Symbol: 0.10 for 3X, 0.25 for 4X, 0.75 for 5X
  • Cocktail Symbol: 0.05 for 3X, 0.15 for 4X, 0.50 for 5X
  • Sunshades Symbol: 0.04 for 3X, 0.10 for 4X, 0.20 for 5X
  • Lemon Wedge Symbol: 0.03 for 3X, 0.08 for 4X, 0.12 for 5X
  • Palm Trees Symbol: 0.02 for 3X, 0.05 for 4X, 0.10 for 5X
  • Dolphin Scatter Symbol: 0.20 for 3X

Our Verdict on Miami Nights

This online slot comes from Booming Games and is a fun and entertaining trip back to 1980s Miami. The game features beautifully designed neon-style graphics, a fantastic 80s-inspired soundtrack, and a nice set of bonus features to keep the action motoring along nicely. The 2-Way Pay feature can be quite lucrative especially if you land a couple of Wild 2X symbols. The most rewarding feature by far though is the Free Spins feature as in this bonus game you can land Wilds which can triple your winnings. The only downside to this feature is that unfortunately you cannot retrigger it. In terms of variance, I found this slot to be Medium so you won’t have to wait too long until you land a nice cash prize on the reels. For slots with a similar 80s theme, check out Hotline and Dirty Dancing.

Test your luck at the Magic City when you play Miami Nights!