Buffalo Slots, slot games buffalo.

Slot games buffalo

New casino sites to play real money

Online, the only version available is the classic game, albeit an updated one with nice shiny graphics. The mathematics of the free online version (and the real money one, if you happen to live in a country where it is available) is identical to the original vegas one. Free buffalo slots, game review and online casinos

Buffalo slots

Free buffalo slots, game review and online casinos

Buffalo is a video slot machine made by aristocrat specifically for land-based casinos, like in vegas or atlantic city and we also have it here for free play. Buffalo slots can be played on mobile devices at online casinos

Online casinos for buffalo slots

You can play buffalo slots for real money at the following online casinos:

NOTE: buffalo slots, made by ARISTOCRAT is not yet available to play for cash online in the US or canada - to play real money , please see our online casinos page.

Buffalo slot machine

Buffalo is most popular slot machine ever made. Although the original game was first produced in 2008, it's amazing to think that this classic version is still in every casino across the US. There are also lots of amazing new versions to play, including buffalo gold buffalo stampede, buffalo grand and the brand new diamond edition.

Buffalo slots: A true legend of a slot machine

If ever there was a genuine legend in the slot machine world, it has to be buffalo. This game has been the most popular slot in vegas for so many years now, it's incredible. Buffalo eclipses other hugely famous slots like cleopatra and wheel of fortune, in terms of the number of machines in the casinos and the number of people playing them.

The popularity of buffalo isn't limited to vegas, it is massive in casinos all over the US as well as in canada and australia. The game is also starting to break into europe, where aristocrat games have historically never been particularly prevalent.

It is very easy to find buffalo slots in every casino in las vegas and some casinos have huge areas dedicated to just this one game. One of the best places to play this game is harrah's, where they have a big area in the middle of the slot floor which has mostly buffalo.

How many versions of buffalo slots are there?

One of the most amazing things about buffalo, is that every single one of the new versions they produce seems to be a massive success. These new games all retain the best aspects of the original, whilst at the same time, adding new and exciting bonuses and features, which improve on the previous versions and keep the gameplay interesting.

After the original, the next version made was the 'deluxe' version. In that game, the basic play was the same as the first one, but you could choose the multipliers of the buffalo icons in the bonus game. If you pick a higher multiplier (up to 5x), then you get fewer free spins, but if you pick a lower multiplier (up to 3x), then you get more free spins.

After the deluxe version, the next really big version (there were a few minor updates in the meantime) was the stampede game. This is the one with the elongated screen, where the buffaloes run up the screen. This game still feels like it is quite new, although it can look a little dated in some casinos, is the screens have started to fade.

Following the stampede version, came the buffalo gold and buffalo grand games (they came out quite closely to each other), with their huge screens, amazing sound and a lot of innovative new features like spinning wheels (wheel of fortune type thing) and new bonus games.

Buffalo gold

Taking a look around the vegas casinos, whichever type of casino you go to (big or small, strip, downtown, or off strip) the most popular of the 'newer' versions seems to be buffalo gold. In some casinos there are literally dozens of them on the slot floor!

Buffalo gold is particularly attractive because you can win a huge amount on the bonus game, even if you only play 40 cents per spin. It has been known for players to win over $4,000 in the bonus round on buffalo gold. To do that, you will need to hit all the 15 golden buffalos during the free spins and then keep re-triggering the game after that.

Online, the only version available is the classic game, albeit an updated one with nice shiny graphics. The mathematics of the free online version (and the real money one, if you happen to live in a country where it is available) is identical to the original vegas one.

Buffalo stampede

Afer the deluxe version was released, the next version to come out was the buffalo stampede game. Buffalo stampede looks very different at first sight, but the game play has kept all the appeal of the original, so it is still great fun. Possibly, it is even better than the original, although it is more expensive to play - 70c per spin minimum!

Buffalo stampede slots also has lots of new features, which are really exciting. One of these is where the buffalo seems to run straight at you, approaching like it is coming out of the screen, laving the lassoos on the screen.

Another great feature is the one where the buffalos stampede up from the bottom, elongating the screen as they run. As they do this, the number of rows increases, meaning that you can win on a far greater number of pay-lines during the stampede.

Just like buffalo original, the stampede and deluxe games give you a great chance of re-triggering the free spin bonus when you are playing. This is because you just need two bonus symbols to re-trigger the games, whereas in the main game you need three of them to start the bonus playing.

Buffalo grand

Out of all the versions of buffalo, the grand edition is possibly the most fun in terms of sheer entertainment value, but probably not in terms of value for money. The game seems to benefit players that bet more, because it has a jackpot that can only be won if you play max bet (unlike the jackpot on the buffalo stampede slot, which can be won by any bet)

So, if you play this game on a lower stake, then you will have to put up with a lower payout rate and so you would be likely to lose your cash a bit more quickly, on average. On the other hand, the game has amazing graphics and actually gives players a chance to win really big in normal play and not just the bonus.

The reason you can win big on buffalo grand during regular play, even on minimum bet, is because the screen is so huge and has so many paylines. If you line up a whole load of buffalo on the same screen, you could find yourself getting a huge multiplier.

At the same time as those three hugely successful games have appeared, there have been some other versions of buffalo which are also really good, but quite hard to find in the casinos.

For example, there is a game where you can choose the mathematics of the game, in that you can pick the volatility. This version is interesting, because the game actually has different math in different places around the US and in different countries, but with this one you can choose the one you prefer.

There is also a new, but old-fashioned style of game, with 3 reels. This one is very much like the original wheel of fortune game in style and appears to be more of a limit game, than a penny slots. Like many 3-reel games, the three-reel buffalo slots is one you really need to play max bet per line ($3 per spin, or more) to get any type of value from your play.

There is also a massive version of the original in many casinos. This one is so big it's actually hard to focus on the game when you play. It also features a love-seat for two people, so it's a great one for couples and lovers to enjoy.

In addition, a game called buffalo max - this game rewards you for betting more and does not appear to be very popular. Possibly, players have rejected it because it feels like you are being punished, if you just want to play for 40 cents per spin, instead of 400 cents.

Most recently, aristocrat has launched a 'diamond' version, which features a 4k screen, to celebrate 10 years of the game. Although the game was launched in 2018, to celebrate the decade since it was released in 2008, most casinos will not see it on their slot floor until 2019.

The buffalo diamond game has an unusual 'honeycomb' style format to the reels and is bound to be another big hit. Whether it stands the test of time, like the original and many of the latest versions, remains to be seen. Only time will tell.

Real money buffalo slots

To play buffalo slots for real money online, you will need to be in a country where aristocrat games are available in online casinos. This includes the UK and some other european countries, but does not include the US, canada, or australia, unfortunately.

That said, there are quite a few 'copies' or close 'emulations' of the game available (unofficial versions) in several online casinos. To find these games, please visit our real money slots page, where you can find the best casino to play.

Fans of the aristocrat games in australia and new zealand will generally know and love them as pokies, rather than a 'slot machines'. Pokies are the term used for slots and video poker - see our online pokie casinos page for more details

The same terminology is also used in new zealand casinos. And you will find the same games in new zealand as you find in australia.

Buffalo online pokies is definitely one of the most popular games out there and you will be sure to see this one along with other aristocrat classics, like zorro, big ben, wild panda, more hearts, more chili, wicked winnings and where's the gold.

In canadian casinos, the buffalo slot game is as much loved as it is in the USA, including las vegas, reno and atlantic city. What you will find though, is that the payout table might be much different. For some reason, the payouts on buffalo vary from place to place. I have no idea why, but I do know that my favorite is the one in las vegas.

Similar games that you can play for real money online

If you would like to play games online that are similar to the buffalo slot machine - that is, with the same mathematics (the 243 winning lines) and with similar free spin bonus games, then the best game to play would be jaguar mist. It is essentially the same game as buffalo, but with a different theme. Jaguar mist used to be available online, but it got taken down in 2018, so you have to go to a bricks and mortar (land-based) casino to play now.

Buffalo slots

Free buffalo slot machine game - vegas original

Buffalo is without doubt most popular slots game ever made, especially in las vegas casinos. Originally produced in 2008, the original game is still found in every casino across the US and there are loads of amazing new versions, including buffalo stampede, buffalo grand, buffalo gold and the brand new diamond edition.

Free buffalo slots

More free aristocrat slots:

Games not loading ? Visit our help page

Buffalo slots

If ever there was a genuine legend in the slot machine world, it has to be buffalo. This game has been the most popular slot in vegas for so many years now, it's incredible. Buffalo eclipses other hugely famous slots like cleopatra and wheel of fortune, in terms of the number of machines in the casinos and the number of people playing them.

The popularity of buffalo isn't limited to vegas, it is massive in casinos all over the US as well as in canada and australia. The game is also starting to break into europe, where aristocrat games have historically never been particularly prevalent.

It is very easy to find buffalo slots in every casino in las vegas and some casinos have huge areas dedicated to just this one game. One of the best places to play this game is harrah's, where they have a big area in the middle of the slot floor which has mostly buffalo.

How many versions of buffalo slots are there?

One of the most amazing things about buffalo, is that every single one of the new versions they produce seems to be a massive success. These new games all retain the best aspects of the original, whilst at the same time, adding new and exciting bonuses and features, which improve on the previous versions and keep the gameplay interesting.

After the original, the next version made was the 'deluxe' version. In that game, the basic play was the same as the first one, but you could choose the multipliers of the buffalo icons in the bonus game. If you pick a higher multiplier (up to 5x), then you get fewer free spins, but if you pick a lower multiplier (up to 3x), then you get more free spins.

After the deluxe version, the next really big version (there were a few minor updates in the meantime) was the stampede game. This is the one with the elongated screen, where the buffaloes run up the screen. This game still feels like it is quite new, although it can look a little dated in some casinos, is the screens have started to fade.

Following the stampede version, came the buffalo gold and buffalo grand games (they came out quite closely to each other), with their huge screens, amazing sound and a lot of innovative new features like spinning wheels (wheel of fortune type thing) and new bonus games.

Buffalo gold

Taking a look around the vegas casinos, whichever type of casino you go to (big or small, strip, downtown, or off strip) the most popular of the 'newer' versions seems to be buffalo gold. In some casinos there are literally dozens of them on the slot floor!

Buffalo gold is particularly attractive because you can win a huge amount on the bonus game, even if you only play 40 cents per spin. It has been known for players to win over $4,000 in the bonus round on buffalo gold. To do that, you will need to hit all the 15 golden buffalos during the free spins and then keep re-triggering the game after that.

Online, the only version available is the classic game, albeit an updated one with nice shiny graphics. The mathematics of the free online version (and the real money one, if you happen to live in a country where it is available) is identical to the original vegas one.

Buffalo stampede

Afer the deluxe version was released, the next version to come out was the buffalo stampede game. Buffalo stampede looks very different at first sight, but the game play has kept all the appeal of the original, so it is still great fun. Possibly, it is even better than the original, although it is more expensive to play - 70c per spin minimum!

Buffalo stampede slots also has lots of new features, which are really exciting. One of these is where the buffalo seems to run straight at you, approaching like it is coming out of the screen, laving the lassoos on the screen.

Another great feature is the one where the buffalos stampede up from the bottom, elongating the screen as they run. As they do this, the number of rows increases, meaning that you can win on a far greater number of pay-lines during the stampede.

Just like buffalo original, the stampede and deluxe games give you a great chance of re-triggering the free spin bonus when you are playing. This is because you just need two bonus symbols to re-trigger the games, whereas in the main game you need three of them to start the bonus playing.

Buffalo grand

Out of all the versions of buffalo, the grand edition is possibly the most fun in terms of sheer entertainment value, but probably not in terms of value for money. The game seems to benefit players that bet more, because it has a jackpot that can only be won if you play max bet (unlike the jackpot on the buffalo stampede slot, which can be won by any bet)

So, if you play this game on a lower stake, then you will have to put up with a lower payout rate and so you would be likely to lose your cash a bit more quickly, on average. On the other hand, the game has amazing graphics and actually gives players a chance to win really big in normal play and not just the bonus.

The reason you can win big on buffalo grand during regular play, even on minimum bet, is because the screen is so huge and has so many paylines. If you line up a whole load of buffalo on the same screen, you could find yourself getting a huge multiplier.

Less well-known versions

At the same time as those three hugely successful games have appeared, there have been some other versions of buffalo which are also really good, but quite hard to find in the casinos.

For example, there is a game where you can choose the mathematics of the game, in that you can pick the volatility. This version is interesting, because the game actually has different math in different places around the US and in different countries, but with this one you can choose the one you prefer.

There is also a new, but old-fshioned style of game, with 3 reels. This one is very much like the original wheel of fortune game in style and appears to be more of a limit game, than a penny slots. Like many 3-reel games, the three-reel buffalo slots is one you really need to play max bet per line ($3 per spin, or more) to get any type of value from your play.

There is also a massive version of the original in many casinos. This one is so big it's actually hard to focus on the game when you play. It also features a love-seat for two people, so it's a great one for couples and lovers to enjoy.

In addition, a game called buffalo max - this game rewards you for betting more and does not appear to be very popular. Possibly, players have rejected it because it feels like you are being punished, if you just want to play for 40 cents per spin, instead of 400 cents.

Most recently, aristocrat has launched a 'diamond' version, which features a 4k screen, to celebrate 10 years of the game. Although the game was launched in 2018, to celebrate the decade since it was released in 2008, most casinos will not see it on their slot floor until 2019.

The buffalo diamond game has an unusual 'honeycomb' style format to the reels and is bound to be another big hit. Whether it stands the test of time, like the original and many of the latest versions, remains to be seen. Only time will tell.

Real money buffalo slots

To play buffalo slots for real money online, you will need to be in a country where aristocrat games are available in online casinos. This includes the UK and some other european countries, but does not include the US, canada, or australia, unfortunately.

That said, there are quite a few 'copies' or close 'emulations' of the game available (unofficial versions) in several online casinos. To find these games, please visit our real money slots page, where you can find the best casino to play.

Fans of the aristocrat games in australia and new zealand will generally know and love them as pokies, rather than a 'slot machines'. Pokies are the term used for slots and video poker - see our online pokie casinos page for more details

The same terminology is also used in new zealand casinos. And you will find the same games in new zealand as you find in australia.

Buffalo online pokies is definitely one of the most popular games out there and you will be sure to see this one along with other aristocrat classics, like zorro, big ben, wild panda, more hearts, more chili, wicked winnings and where's the gold.

In canadian casinos, the buffalo slot game is as much loved as it is in the USA, including las vegas, reno and atlantic city. What you will find though, is that the payout table might be much different. For some reason, the payouts on buffalo vary from place to place. I have no idea why, but I do know that my favorite is the one in las vegas.

Similar games online, to play for real money

If you would like to play games online that are similar to the buffalo slot machine - that is, with the same mathematics (the 243 winning lines) and with similar free spin bonus games, then the best game to play would be jaguar mist. It is essentially the same game as buffalo, but with a different theme. Jaguar mist used to be available online, but it got taken down in 2018, so you have to go to a bricks and mortar (land-based) casino to play now.

Buffalo slots online

• 


• Feature 5 reel slots to play online
  free spins feature slots
  online slots with wild symbols
  what are scatter symbols?
  


• Type classic slots
  video slots
  


• Software aristocrat
  


• Reels 5


• Paylines 60


• Min coin size 1


• Max coin size 120


• Jackpot 1500


• RTP 94.85

More slot machines from aristocrat

Buffalo slot review

The developer of the online buffalo slot machine is aristocrat. It is a slot machine that operates on five reels and three rows. The game offers the player 1,024 ways to win, but only if you activate all five reels.

The theme of the buffalo online slot revolves around animals. Here, you will be spinning symbols of the buffalo, eagle, mountain lions, elks, and many more.

The slot is pretty quiet and only makes ticking sounds as you spin the reels. It makes surprising thudding sounds every time you land a scatter, and short music is on if you ever landed a winning combination.

Check the table below for the game overview. As you can observe, the slot has no jackpot, but it does have a scatter and a wild symbol that can help compensate spins that did not constitute a win in the base game.

Features	details
jackpots	none
bonus rounds	none
free spins	yes
multiplier	yes
scatter symbol	gold coin
wild symbol	sunrise
pay lines	40
reels	5
lines	4
manufacturer	aristocrat
highest payout	300x
RTP	94.85%
volatility	medium
autoplay	none
minimum/maximum bet	0.01 to 0.1

How to place a bet at the slot machine buffalo

This game is a little bit complicated because it does not operate in the same way as other slots do. There are three important components in the game.

• Coin value – this refers to the currency value of each coin. In the online buffalo slot machine, you can buy each coin for as little as £0.01. If you want, you can max it out at £0.10 per coin.


• Bet level – this refers to the number of coins that you are wagering per line. If your coin value is £0.01, and you bet ten coins for each line, then you are betting £0.01 x 10 = £0.10 per line.

Here, you can choose to wager between one and ten coins per line. You must use the red button to toggle the bet sizes.

• Reel count – there are five reels in the game, and you can choose to play on just one, just two, or all of them.

There are yellow buttons at the bottom of the grid that you can click to indicate your selection. Each reel activates only a specific line. If you want to activate all lines, you need to play on five reels, but it will cost more.

Here are the positions of the active lines for each reel. If the block has a dash, it means it is inactive, and the symbols landing there will not contribute to a win.

As you may have observed, there is no way you can win on five symbols if you only activated 1 to 4 reels. This forces the player to activate all the five reels.

How to calculate the cost of the spin on the buffalo free online slot

The cost of your bet is equivalent to the cost of the reel multiplied to your bet per reel.

Here are the reel costs depending on what reel you activated.

• 1 reel = 1


• 2 reels = 5


• 3 reels = 10


• 4 reels = 20


• 5 reels = 40

Here is an example of calculating your total stake for the spin.

• Reel selected – 3 reels


• Reels cost = 10


• Bet level (BET PER LINE) selected – 1 coin per line


• Coin value selected = £0.01

Total stake is equal to reels cost X bet level selected X coin value selected.

In numbers, this is equal to 10 X 1 X £0.01 = £0.10.

How to win money in slot machine buffalo

To win, you must successfully land a combination of at least three same symbols on a pay line. As you know by now, it will be a tad difficult if you only wagered in 1 REEL.

The slot machine will only pay you if you landed the symbol combo from the leftmost reel. What this entails is that you can land three buffalos from reels 2 to 5, but you will not win anything because it did not start in reel 1.

To determine your prize, you need to look for it in the playtable. You can view the same table in the slot’s casino game menu.

PAYTABLE
times on a payline	SYMBOLS
	buffalo	eagle	mountain lion	wolf	elk	scatter
5	300.00	150.0	150.0	120.0	120.0	20.0
4	100.00	100.0	100.0	80.0	80.0	10.0
3	50.00	50.00	50.00	20.0	20.0	2.0
2	10.00	–	–	–	–	–

Let us say that you selected to play on 5 reels with the following wager details.

• Reel cost = 40


• Bet level = 10


• Coin value = £0.01

Your BET PER LINE is 10 (the bet level). The total cost of your stake is 400 credits. In currency value, this costs £4.

If you landed five buffaloes on a payline, you would win 300x your bet per line. Below is the calculation.

• Win amount = 300x


• Bet per line = 10


• Credits won = 300 x 10 = 3,000.

Total won in currency is equal to 3,000 x £0.01 = £30.

Features of the free online buffalo slot machine

Here, players are treated to some special symbols that can augment your winning chances.

• Scatter – the scatter symbol is the gold coin. Landing it at least three times in any position on the grid will payout a multiplier value as indicated in the paytable. However, the payout is multiplied against the total credits you staked, not your bet per line. In the previous example, we wagered 400 coins.

If we landed five scatters, we are awarded a 20x multiplier, which will be multiplied against 400. This equates to 8,000, which will then be multiplied against £0.01, so our total win amount is £80.

• Wild – the wild is a symbol that is represented by the sunset. This one substitutes for all symbols to constitute a win. The only symbol it cannot replace is the scatter.

For example, let us say you landed two buffalos on reels 1 and 2. This combo does not award any cash because you need to land at least three. But if the third reel has a wild, the online buffalo slot machine will think that it is a buffalo, thereby awarding you with the prize.

The wild symbol only appears on reels 2, 3, and 4.

• Free spins – you will win free spins if you landed at least three scatter symbols. The awards are:
  
  
  • 5 scatters – 20 free spins
  
  
  • 4 scatters – 15 free spins
  
  
  • 3 scatters – 8 free spins
  
  
  
  

If you play buffalo slot game with your free spins, you will receive random multipliers. The slot machine awards up to the winning amount.

• It is also during the free games where the wild that is used for a winning combo may pay your winnings 2x or 3x.

You can win more free games during this round if you land at least two more scatters. Also, the bet amount that will be used during this round is the same with the value that was used on the spin that triggered the three scatter symbols.

• Gamble – for every spin that generated a win, the slot will give you an option if you want to gamble your winning.

To do this, just press the gamble button at the bottom right of the screen. You will be taken to a new playing screen where there is an inverted card.

Choose a colour and suit. Then the card will be revealed.

• If you guess the right colour, your win is doubled


• If you chose the right suit, your win is quadrupled

You can do this gambling game up to five times for each win. Just remember, if your guess is wrong, the slot will take the entire winning amount for that round.

Tips to win if you play buffalo slot game

The key to winning in this game is managing your bet size.

In a game like this, your chance of landing the buffalo symbol five times is only 0.00275793. If you spin 1,000 times, you are likely to hit that jackpot 2.75 times.

Try it and play buffalo slot online for free and you will realise that the slot is volatile and landing five buffalos is not easy.

Having said this, if you bet 400 coins at £0.1 per coin, you will shell out £40 per spin. At 1,000 spins, you would have spent £40,000.

If you won the buffalo jackpot of 300x once, you will only take home 300 X 10 bet level X £0.1 per coin = £300.

But then and again, you can land that combo on your next spin, and not have to wait after a 1,000 spins.

Here is a strategy list that you can implement:

• Bet only what you can afford to sustain hundreds of spins


• Make sure all lines are active


• Do not wager the maximum of ten coins per line

How to play buffalo slot online for free

You can access this aristocrat game in its demo version from our website. In fact, we offer many free slots with no download. Here, you can choose from many online slots and just launch them so you can immediately play.

Here are the benefits of accessing the free buffalo slot machine online.

• No download


• No deposit


• No registration


• Accessible on any device operating system like android, ios, and windows


• You can use your smartphone or mobile tablet to play


• No installation needed

It is easy to use and play. All you need is to be connected to the internet because you will be playing it through the game servers.

Here are some more benefits if you play for free.

• You can practice and learn the rules at no cost


• You can lose as you learn without investing money


• The play style is the same between the free and paid versions


• You can play for fun and for free any time you want


• You can create a betting system and test if it works before you even think of playing with real cash

How to play buffalo slot game with real cash

You can wager real money if you are gunning for the cash prize. But you need to follow these steps so you can access this game seamlessly.

• Find an online gambling operator that offers games from aristocrat


• Check if buffalo online slot is offered


• Validate if players from your country are accepted


• Check what payment methods are available and if you have them


• Complete your registration, your deposit, and start playing

As you choose the online casino, make sure that you select one that offers bonuses. This way, you can get free money or free spins and have a chance to get back what you deposited if your real cash was depleted.

Wrap up for the buffalo free online slot

This game from aristocrat is a little complicated at first. The secret here is to bet on all lines, so you have more chances to land a winning combination. The game is a good choice for those who are just starting out in the slot world.

As a beginner, you must not play complex slot games that have colossal reels or multiple grids. Learn the basics from slots like the buffalo online slot and then move on to the others once you are confident in understanding the slot rules.

Buffalo slot - review, demo play, payout, free spins & bonuses

Verify your age

By clicking ‘verify age’ I confirm I agree to the privacy policy & terms & conditions

UK visitors must verify their age before playing free slots

• Over 10,000 users successfully verified


• Your data will not be saved


• We'll never contact you


• We'll never share your data

Quick, easy and I was playing free slots in under a minute. - chris H

UK visitors must verify their age before playing free slots

Slots temple & the UKGC are committed to preventing underage gambling.

By clicking ‘verify age’ I confirm I agree to the privacy policy & terms

• Your data will not be saved


• We'll never contact you


• We'll never share your data


• Only to check you’re 18+

Please wait while we check your data.

You’ve been successfully age verified!

Sorry, we were unable to verify your age using our database

Buffalo is, quite simply, one of the most popular and widely played slots games of all time. Created by the team at aristocrat, buffalo is available at a number of online casinos and is loved by thousands of gamers all over the world. With its stacked wilds, generous winning potential and stunning design, it’s easy to see why it’s such a big draw for online players.

Buffalo history

Buffalo, like many of the biggest names in the online gaming industry, started life as a slot machine in bricks and mortar casinos. It was a huge hit in the casinos it was found in, and soon built up a legion of dedicated fans.

Due to huge demand, the game was transformed into a thrilling online slot, making it more accessible than ever. It was an instant hit and has won over many more fans in the time since it was released into the online gaming market.

Buffalo design and layout

The first thing you will no doubt notice upon launching buffalo is just how colourful it is. It’s certainly an attractively designed game and looks extremely tempting and inviting when it pops up on your screen. It is a five-reel slot, like so many others are, and has four symbols on each reel. This is more than many standard slots, which more often have three active symbols on each reel. Of course, this extra row of symbols gives you many more chances to hit a winning combo!

The background of the game is a stunning desert/outback landscape, presumably at either sunrise or sunset. There is a deep purple hue cast across the landscape, and the sun’s rays can be seen peeping out from behind the main gaming area. You’ll also notice the prominent xtra reel power icons at either side of the gaming screen - more on this later!

Sound effects

Buffalo has some unusual sound effects that you’ll either love or hate - although it’s fair to say most players love them! The first thing you’ll notice when loading the game is the sound of a bustling casino in the background. This is a nod to the game’s casino roots - it was, after all, a casino slots machine game for many years before it made the leap into the online market. The background noise consists of muffled chatter, laughter and general casino sounds. It sounds as though the game is taking place in a busy, lively casino environment, and there’s even the unmistakable clatter of chips being scooped up at certain points. You’ll also hear traditional casino slots machine sounds from time to time. This all happens in the background for the whole time the game is open, even when you’re not playing.

Once you hit the spin button, you’ll still hear the background casino sounds, but will also get some additional sound effects. Nothing happens as the reels start spinning, but as they land into their final positions - reels one, then two, three, four and five in order - you’ll hear a galloping sound. If you land a scatter symbol, you’ll be treated to a short but dramatic burst of music to highlight this event. Land two, and the tempo will increase, building up the excitement while you await a third scatter to trigger a cash prize and the special feature. If you’re lucky enough to land a winning combo - no matter how small - you’ll hear a short but sweet traditional slots machine jingle. If you’ve ever played old-fashioned slots in a bricks and mortar casino, you’ll instantly recognise the type of music.

The game’s most important symbol is the buffalo and if you hit a winning combo of buffalos, you’ll hear a man’s voice loudly announcing “BUFFALO!” this is followed by an even more upbeat and extended slots machine winning jingle.

The sound effects are fairly minimalist and are different to most games out there. The casino background chatter and general noise add to the excitement of the game and really do give you the feeling of being in an exciting casino rather than playing on your PC, laptop, smartphone or tablet.

You’ll also notice further fun little sound effects when clicking on various buttons within the game. If, for example, you click on the plus button to increase your bet size, a note will sound each time you press the button. The notes get higher and higher until you reach the maximum bet size. When you click the minus button to decrease your bet size, the notes get lower and lower until you hit the lowest possible bet.

Game symbols

You’ll find the standard playing card symbols here 9 through to ace. These are the lowest paying of the symbols, with 9s paying out the smallest prizes and ace the largest. The playing card symbols are all brightly coloured, with 9 being green, 10 being red, jack being blue, queen being yellow, king being orange and ace being hot pink. The four highest paying symbols from this batch - jacks through the aces - also feature a small symbol combined into the main image.

Now that the lower paying symbols are out the way, it’s time to look at the higher paying ones. The antelope symbol and wolf symbol come next, and both pay out identically. You can read all about the payouts of each symbol in the next section.

The buffalo symbol

Of course, the highly prized buffalo symbol is the game’s most important icon. This symbol is stacked and pays out when two or more land on a payline. This, as you might imagine, gives you the possibility of scooping some huge cash prizes in the base game. As you might remember from the sound effects section, whenever you land a winning combo of buffalo, you’ll hear a man’s voice bellow “BUFFALO!” and you could be in for a huge payout. As the buffalo is stacked, it can appear several times on a single reel. Even better, as the game offers an incredible 1024 ways to win rather than traditional paylines, you have the potential to win multiple times if you land a few reels of stacked buffalo. You could potentially land an entire screen of buffalo. This would mean five reels of four buffalo symbols on each reel, and needless to say, would deliver a huge win.

Special symbols

The game’s two special symbols are the scatter and the wild. The scatter is a golden coin and three or more anywhere on the reels will pay out a set amount. The wild is a desert landscape with the sun appearing behind a mountain, and is the same image seen in the game’s backdrop graphic. The wild will substitute all other symbols, with the exception of the scatter.

The wild will only appear on reels 2, 3 and 4, i.E., the three central reels of the game. Large wins are possible if you land wilds on multiple reels, especially, remember, since there are 1024 ways to win in this game. You are not limited by traditional paylines so are more likely to win with multiple combos in a single spin that features one or more wilds than in other slots games.

Paylines

So, how many paylines does buffalo have? It doesn’t technically have paylines, but it does have a hugely impressive 1024 ways to win! All symbols (except the scatter, which can land anywhere) pay out from left to right and winning combos are made up by symbols appearing in adjacent reels. This means that as long as you have three or more - or just two in the cases of a couple of symbols - showing in adjacent reels, starting at the leftmost reel, you land a prize.

How to play buffalo

You can play buffalo online free or for real money. Playing for free is a great way to get a feel for this popular game, and helps you explore the paylines, game rules and special features in your own time and at no cost at all.

To get started, you’ll first need to set up your bet to the amount you’re happy with. Why not start off betting small and amend your bet later on if you find yourself loving this exciting slots game? You’ll notice the option to amend the reel cost at the bottom left of the gaming screen. The available options are 40, 20, 10, 5 and 1. Your total bet (displayed in the centre bottom of the gaming screen) will change accordingly when you amend your reel cost. To change your bet per reel, simply use the plus and minus buttons on either side of the bet per reel display. The minimum bet per reel is 0.01 unit of currency, and the maximum is 1.25. As you adjust your bet per reel, the amount displayed in the total bet window will change accordingly.

Once you are happy with your reel cost, bet per reel and total bet, you can get started. All you have to do is click on the play button at the bottom right of the screen. It’s shaped like a green curved triangle and emblazoned with the word 'play', so you can’t miss it!

Auto play options

If you want to set up a number of spins so you can simply sit back and watch the reels go without having to do anything, you might want to take advantage of the auto play option. Unlike many other slots where this involves going into various menus and setting a whole host of options - number of bets, total wins, total losses, etc., etc., - it really couldn’t be easier on buffalo. You’ll notice that there is a small number on one side of the play button. This is your number of auto play spins. If you don’t do anything, it will remain at 0. Click on the plus button, and it will display one. Click the button again, and it will show 5, then 10, 15, 20 and 25. The maximum number of auto play spins you can set up in buffalo is 25. Once you have decided how many auto play spins you wish to play, simply hit the play button and the reels will whir into action. If you change your mind at any time during an auto play session, you can stop the feature. While auto play spins are underway, the play button will change to a stop button. Simply click on this and your auto play spins will stop and you can either go back to normal spins or leave the game.

Game options

If you want to adjust any of the basic game settings, you can do this by clicking on the small cog button at the bottom of the screen. You’ll find it just below the play button on the right. This is the settings button. When you click on the button, a small pop-up window will appear. There aren’t many options that allow you to customise the game - just three, in fact. You’ll have the option to turn off the sound effects, which will stop the game’s music and other sound effects. You’ll still have the ambient casino noise in the background though. If you would rather not have the casino sound effects, you’ll have the option to turn off the ambient sound effects. You can choose whether to have both sound options on, both sound options off or just one of them on and the other one switched off.

The final settings option involves the way in which you spin the reels. You can check the box that says “spacebar spins the reels” if you want to have to option of playing in this way. This is particularly handy if you are playing on a laptop or PC and want to be able to quickly and easily spin the reels without having to use your mouse or your laptop’s built-in mouse. You can also switch this feature off if you are worried about spinning the reels accidentally by hitting your spacebar while doing something else.

Information panel

Next to the settings button, you’ll see an identically sized button but with a question mark on it instead of a cog. This is the information button. Here, you’ll find all the game information you could possibly need to know before playing the slot.

When you click on the button, a pop-up window appears. You’ll see a number of page names at the top of the window. These are as follows: feature, pay tables, game rules, REEL POWER and instructions. There is a lot of information to take in here, and you probably won’t need to read all of it to get a good understanding of the game and its rules and payout structure.

Here’s what you’ll find on each of the pages in the information panel:

Feature

This tells you about the buffalo feature. It explains that you can win 8, 15 or 20 free games when you land 3, 4 or 5 scatters anywhere on the reels. You’ll get 8 spins for 3 scatters, 15 for 4 and 20 if you’re lucky enough to hit 5 scatter symbols. During the free games, the sunset wild symbol can appear anywhere on the central reels - that’s reels 2, 3 and 4. When the wild lands, and makes up part of a winning combo, your prize for that spin will be multiplied. This gives you the chance to really ramp up your winnings during the free spins session.
Any free games you land will be played using the same bet settings as the spin that launched the free spins session. What this means is that your free spins will use the same bet per reel and reel cost - and therefore total bet - as the spin you won the free games with.

Perhaps the most exciting thing about the free spins is that the feature can be re-triggered! If you are lucky enough to land 3, 4 or 5 scatters anywhere across the reels, you will be awarded with the appropriate number of spins. Even better, you can even get more spins if you only land two scatters on the reels. Hitting 2 coins will give you an additional 5 free spins. As you can imagine, this free spins feature has the potential to be extremely lucrative so keep your fingers crossed for those special scatter symbols!

Pay tables

This page provides details of the payout structure and the prizes you will receive for every single winning combination. Full details of the pay table can be found in the payout section further on in this article.

Game rules:

This is one page you might want to pay close attention to if you are curious about how the game actually plays and pays out.

Scatters can appear on all five reels, while the wilds can only appear on reels 2, 3 and 4. The wild substitutes all other game symbols apart from the scatter. Every win pays from left to right, except for scatters, which do not need to be on a payline or on adjacent reels. Your total bet can be found by multiplying the bet per reel by the reel cost, and is displayed in the total bet section of the gaming screen.

Once you have chosen your bet per reel amount, you can decide how many reels you wish to play. For the greatest chance of winning, you should select all the reels.

Only positions containing a specific winning symbol count towards the win for that symbol. It’s possible to land more than one win per spin and all wins will be combined. Any scatter wins will be added to reel power wins. If there are multiple scatter wins, only the highest paying one will be paid out.

The reel power feature involves your win being multiplied by the number shown on the game’s bet per reel button, while scatter wins will be multiplied by the total bet.

As is usually the case with online slots games, the developer has added a message advising that malfunction voids all pays and play.

REEL POWER

This page outlines the basics of the reel power feature that is a big selling point of the game. The reel selections are displayed in the form of handy diagrams, along with the total reel cost for each selection. Your total bet amount will be the reel cost multiplied by the bet per reel figure. Winning symbols can land anywhere in any of the positions you have paid for in your spin, apart from scatters, which will pay no matter where on the reels they land.

Instructions

The final page contains instructions for how to play the game and set it up to match your specific preferences.

The spacebar can be used to start the reels spinning. If the spacebar on your PC or laptop does not spin the reels, you can switch on this option by going to the settings pop-up menu. You can access this by clicking on the small cog icon at the bottom right of the gaming screen.

The instructions provide further info on how to change game settings and explain how to calculate the different bet sizes and costs. There is also the option to review results of previous gameplay on this page. Simply click on the “click here” link at the bottom of the instructions page and you will be taken to another screen that lets you see the game history for buffalo.

To leave the instructions page or any other page of the menu, simply click on OK at the bottom of the pop-up window. Alternatively, you can visit other menu pages by clicking on the relevant page name at the top of the pop-up window.

Payouts

You will need to land three to five symbols to scoop a prize, except in the case of 9s and buffalos - these both pay out if you land just two symbols as well.

As you probably expect, the 9 is the lowest paying symbol, followed by the 10, jack, queen, king and then the ace. The picture symbols all pay more, with the buffalo being the top paying symbol in the entire game. See the below chart for a rundown of the cash prizes associated with each symbol.

Paytable

Payouts are multiplied by the line bet. For example, if you bet 1p per line, you would receive 2p for two 9s, £1 for five 9s, £1.20 for five antelopes and £3 for five buffalos.

5 = 300
4 = 100
3 = 50
2 = 10

This does not pay out a set amount, but substitutes all other game symbols except for the scatter.

Games like buffalo

If you’ve tried your hand at buffalo and find yourself searching for similar slots games, here are a few suggestions for you.

Raging rhino

This monster of a slots game was developed by WMS, and offers an incredible 4096 winning possibilities with each and every spin of the reels. The slot has a total of six reels, and the prize potential with the game is massive. The game is set in the african savannah and there are many types of wildlife featured in the game. Of course, raging rhino himself is the game’s most important symbol and can deliver some staggeringly huge wins if you get lucky. Like the buffalo in the buffalo slots game, the rhino is stacked and pays out when two or more land on a payline. You might find rhino combos fairly few and far between, but it can certainly be worth the wait when you finally get lucky! Raging rhino is one of the online gaming industry’s most popular and successful slots games and is widely available to play for cash or just for fun. It has a host of devotees who dedicate whole forum topics to it.

You’ll want to keep an eye out for the diamond symbols in particular - three or more land you free spins and the prizes can be seriously impressive in the free games session. Not only that, but if you’re lucky enough to hit two or more diamonds during your free spin session, you’ll be rewarded with yet more free spins.

White king

Another fun slots game featuring a majestic wild animal, white king has lots of the same kinds of features as buffalo. The king of the title is a beautiful white lion, although other jungle animals feature too. This game is made by developing giant playtech, so you’ll find it at hundreds of online casinos worldwide. The slot has the standard five reels, along with a generous 40 paylines. It’s a beautifully designed slots game and can pay out some huge wins if everything goes your way. The white king symbol is, of course, the game’s most desired symbol, and it’s actually a wild. It can replace all other symbols apart from the scatter. If you manage to land five white king symbols on a single payline, you’ll scoop a whopping 1000 coins. The other feature symbol is the scatter, represented by a savannah landscape at sunset. If you hit three or more of these anywhere on the central three reels, you’ll be rewarded with five free spins where you can add to your prize fund even more. The free spins feature can even be retriggered, meaning the cash could simply keep on coming.

Buffalo frequently asked questions

Can I play buffalo slots for free?

Yes, of course! You can spin the buffalo reels for free right here at slots temple. You do not need to make any deposits or provide any banking details in order to enjoy playing this fantastic slots game.

Does buffalo have free spins?

Buffalo does indeed have a free spins feature. In order to activate the free spins feature, you will need to land 3 or more scatter symbols across the reels. The scatters can land anywhere on the reels and do not need to be on an active payline, or even on adjacent reels. If you land 3, 4 or 5 scatters, you will be rewarded with 10, 15 or 20 free spins respectively.

Free spins can even be retriggered if you are lucky enough to hit more scatters during your free spins session!

Can I win real money playing buffalo slots?

Yes, of course you can. In order to win real cash, however, you’d have to be playing with real money. In order to do this, you would need to open a real money account at an online casino, enter your personal and bank details and then make a deposit and wager real money on the slots. Of course, you can always enjoy the fun of playing for free if you prefer!

Are there any buffalo tips or cheats?

All slots games - including buffalo - are completely random so there is no such thing as a winning strategy. If anyone claims they know the secret of slots success, ignore them - the games use random number generators to ensure everything is completely fair and normal. It is not possible to cheat an online slots game. Sure, everyone has good or bad streaks of luck where it seems like either you’re completely untouchable, or everything you touch turns to rubbish, but at the end of the day, all slots activity is random.

In order to operate in the UK, online casinos must make sure they meet certain rules, regulations and laws. Many casinos are extremely open about their quality control and fairness processes these days. If you’re ever not sure about a certain game or online gambling site, check its credentials and make sure it’s regulated by the appropriate bodies. You can contact the UK gaming commission if you think something is wrong with a site you play at.

If you’re playing for real cash, it’s always a good idea to set a strict budget. Never wager more than you can comfortably afford and never fall into the trap of chasing your losses. Big wins are always possible on slots games, but the emphasis should be on playing for enjoyment first and foremost. If your gambling stops being enjoyable or you are spending more than you can afford to lose, there are many bodies and organisations that can help you address your gambling. All reputable casino sites have responsible gaming policies in place to protect players and provide contact information for relevant organisations who can help you. You will also have the option to limit your deposits and self-exclude if you wish.

Can I play buffalo slots with no deposit?

Yes, you can. Here at slots temple you can play buffalo to your heart’s content for free. You don’t need to deposit any cash and can try out buffalo and any of our other free slots to see whether you like them enough to play for real cash.

Can I download buffalo slots?

Our games are available to play online in your normal web browser, whether that’s on your PC, laptop, smartphone, tablet or other compatible device. There is no need to download any software in order to play buffalo.

On which platforms can I play buffalo slots?

Buffalo, like all the best slots games these days, can be played on a variety of devices. If you prefer to play on a big screen, you can play it on your preferred laptop or PC. It is also available in mobile and tablet format, meaning you can enjoy the game on the move or wherever you happen to be. Take a break from work, enjoy a few spins on your commute home, or play from the comfort of your sofa. All versions of the game have the same great features and thrilling gameplay. You can also play on other compatible devices.

Is buffalo for me?

The only way to answer this question is for you to play it yourself and see what you think! Thousands of online game fans all over the world have already discovered this exciting game, not to mention the many more thousands who enjoyed it in its original incarnation as a land-based slot in bricks and mortar casinos. It’s a stunningly well-designed game with fun sound effects, an attractive layout and simple gameplay that is easy to pick up. The stacked buffalo symbol adds excitement with every spin, and the free spins feature is fantastic when you’re lucky enough to trigger it. Plus, here at slots temple, you can play this fun slots game absolutely free! There is no need to deposit any cash or hand over your payment details in order to try this game out for free. Why not have a go and see what you think? If you fall in love with the game, you have the option to play for real money at any one of the hundreds of online casinos that host this world-class slots game.

Buffalo blitz

The buffalo blitz game machine is dedicated to animals. This is a game from playtech, during which you can get up to 100 free spins. The slot has 6 reels and up to 4,096 ways to form the winning combinations. Playing the game, you get a chance to receive the winnings with a multiplier of up to 300. There is a wild symbol that makes it easier for you to get paid combinations.

Rules of buffalo blitz slot

Since there are no classic paylines in the game, players can adjust only one parameter, the value of the game coin. It can be from 0.01 to 5 credits. To set this value, do the following:

• Find the coin value menu on the control panel


• Set the value by using the minus and plus buttons


• Start the game

The total size of the bet by default is 40 coins and cannot be changed by the player. The spin button starts the spinning of the reels. It can also be used to stop the reels at any time of the spin. There is the turbo mode to the left of the spin button. The turbo mode key speeds up the spinning of the reels.

The auto play button moves the game into the automatic mode. The info key opens a payout table. If several winning combinations are formed during one spin, all of them are paid. At the same time, if several prize-winning sequences of symbols are collected in one direction, only the most expensive one is the winning one. The slot doesn’t have a risk game, a progressive jackpot, and individual bonus games.

Symbols and payouts

The diamond symbol is a wild symbol. It replaces all the icons except for the scatter. This symbol appears only on the second, third, fourth, and fifth reels. Accordingly, it does not provide the payouts of its own. The bull symbol has the largest multipliers. It brings the payouts with multipliers of 40, 150, 200, 250, and 300 for 2, 3, 4, 5, and 6 symbols of this kind, respectively. This symbol occupies the entire reel it appears on. The symbols of a lynx and a raccoon bring the winnings with the coefficients of up to 250, while the icons of an elk and a bear have coefficients of up to 200. The rest of the symbols are card denominations:

These symbols bring the payouts with multipliers from 10 to 150. The winning combinations are calculated from the left reel to the right reel.

Bonuses of buffalo blitz slot

The free games inscription is a scatter. It launches free spins when at least 3 of these icons appear anywhere on the reels. The initial number of free spins depends on the combination:

During free spins, a wild symbol, being a part of the winning combinations, triggers a random additional multiplier. The coefficient of this multiplier can be 2, 3, or 5.

How to win buffalo blitz slot

You can get the maximum payouts during free spins. If the combination of scatters did not appear during the last 5–8 spins, you can raise the size of the game coin, or gradually increase it until free spins are launched. After that, return the bet to the initial value. The theoretical percentage of return is 95.96%.

How I discovered buffalo slots from aristocrat and what I love about these games

If you’ve set foot in a casino in the states, it’s hard to miss the unmistakable sound of a win from the buffalo slot machines as “BUFFALOOO” echoes out across the gaming floor.

These slot machines are easily among my very favorite. The excitement and the progressive jackpots are real, and once you learn the game, it is easy to sit back, relax, and (hopefully) watch your wins add up.

I took a recent father-daughter trip with my dad to california and made the mistake of heading out to the palm springs area in early september, where the daily highs are 110 +/- degrees. Oops!

Once the novelty of the desert heat wore off, exhaustion and dehydration set in, and we were in need of refreshments and a little entertainment until the sunset so we could take an evening desert hike.

Our oasis? The morongo casino resort and spa in cabazon. We parked and found our way inside, registered for our players’ cards, and got to work.

Traditionally, my dad has always been the big bettor and loves poker and blackjack, but when he wants to relax, he will gladly hit up the slots.

Since we didn’t want to commit to an intense card game, we hit up the slots, and my dad suggested the buffalo machines. Then we slid in our players’ cards, added funds, and got started.

My experience with buffalo slots

The buffalo slots are a common feature in US casinos. I’ve seen them in vegas, new york, and california, and I have heard from other casino aficionados that they are popular in most major casinos.

They are a penny slot, though you have to play for a minimum number of coins per spin (at morongo, it was 50 cents minimum).

My dad explained that the major wins happen on buffalo progressive rounds, but by increasing your minimum bet, you can increase the number of potential matches.

For example, two random puma symbols across all the reels could win with the absolute maximum bet, similar to adding pay lines on a traditional slot, and win more on non-progressive rounds.

I spun the reels a few times and started to get the hang of the game.

There are a few variants of the buffalo slot machines: buffalo grand, buffalo stampede, buffalo gold, and the original buffalo. The machines themselves are all pretty similar, but the major difference is in the progressive rounds.

In some versions, you can trigger a stampede, for instance, to add more payout lines, collect buffalo coins to trigger bonus rounds, or add a wheel of fortune progressive feature to win free spins or jackpots.

The buffalo gold paid off more for me since I hit a progressive round and collected several golden buffalo symbols and racked up a nice $50 win that set me nicely ahead.

A nice perk with these slots is that several also have extra-large screens and bench seats, so if you brought a friend, there’s plenty of space for you and your companion to stretch out, relax, and win big.

Also, crank the volume to improve your gaming experience. These slots are loud, and the payouts frequently happen, so if you want to be seen and heard and have a crowd rooting for you in no time, this is your game.

I netted a little less than $100 in wins over the course of four hours and treated myself and my dad to a quick dinner at in-N-out and a california date shake at hadley’s before hiking off into the sunset.

Finding the right buffalo slot machines

On the way back, I did spot buffalo slots scattered throughout the las vegas mccarran airport and played for a few hours while I was waiting for my flight to depart.

A nice perk here was that the machines were newer and cleaner, but the sound was limited to keep from distracting other flyers, which was a little bit of a let down since the game really is so much more exciting at max volume.

One other aspect to note is that some of the progressive-round jackpots on these slots are local to the individual slot, while other jackpots are located on a network spread out across several other casinos.

Buffalo slots have minor and major win levels, and minor levels are typically tied to the individual slot machine you are playing at, while major wins are based on a network of other machines.

If you want a better chance at a high minor win jackpot (which can still be several hundred or thousand dollars), take your time and survey the casino floor for a machine with a high minor win displayed.

My rookie mistake in playing these slots was not realizing how the jackpot amounts were tiered, and had I taken my time and found a machine with a high local payout, the $50 win I got would have been a lot higher since I cleared out the minor jackpot amount local to the machine I was playing.

Playing buffalo slots online

If you’re looking for entertainment at home and want to give buffalo slots a try, you have plenty of options. You have a variety of online casinos to choose from, and you can find a list of the best-rated ones here.

One of the major perks here is that if you’re not a bold gambler but still want to play buffalo slots without a crowd gathering around you at the casino, you can crank the volume at home and enjoy without a pack of spectators gathering around you.

Depending on the online casino you choose, you may also have some options for free demos to learn the game before you start playing for real money as well, which may be a plus for some players until you get a feel for which version of buffalo slots is the luckiest for you.

The game itself isn’t hard to learn, but the progressive rounds and jackpots vary depending on the version of the buffalo slot you’re playing, so it wouldn’t be a bad idea to sample a few different versions of the slot first if you’re new to the game.

Summary

Buffalo slot games aren’t overly complicated, and they’re an excellent way to unwind and try your luck if you’re new to slots. They’re also a good option if you play a lot of slots and are looking to change up your game a little.

I tried a few other slots in the casino myself but thoroughly prefer buffalo as my slot machine of choice because it is such an entertaining game, and the progressive rounds really can net you a solid, big win on a small initial wager.

Do you have a favorite slot game or range of slots? Let me know in the comments below if you do.

Thundering buffalo slots

Free thundering buffalo slot machine - instant play game

If you are a fan of the classic IGT game, siberian storm, you should really love this new and improved version called thundering buffalo. The basic game is the same as siberian storm, with most of the differences being the graphics and sounds. You can play the game here for free, with no download required and no pop-up ads.

We also have free buffalo slots game by aristocrat - this is the one that's the most popular in las vegas and is well worth taking a look at too.

Free thundering buffalo slots

Games not loading ? Visit our help page

Thundering buffalo slot machine

Out of 10 million buffaloes, only one white calf is born – these beautiful animals are not just extremely rare, but also have a status of sacred creatures, much like cats in ancient egypt or cows in india. The legend about white buffaloes' divine nature and their elevated status in native american culture and religion is explained with a legend which describes the first encounter of the white buffalo and a lakota sioux tribe.

Hungry and exhausted due to the lack of food, the tribe sent two young hunters to explore the surroundings; after a while, the men saw a young woman who advised them to go back to their camp and announce her arrival. The woman educated the lakota sioux people about the nature of universe and mysteries of the land, turning into a white calf before finally leaving the tribe that was at that moment suddenly surrounded with herds of buffaloes.

Sadly, the legend is unknown to a lot of non-native americans and soon, buffaloes as a species will be very close to becoming a thing of legend. Let us just hope that high 5 games and their thundering buffalo slot will inspire us to cherish these magnificent creatures and remind us on the void left when a lovely and powerful animal species disappear from the face of the earth.

Gameplay, betting range and return to player percentage

Thundering buffalo has 5 reels, 3-4-5-4-3 row-system, and 720 ways-win structure; the bets start at $0.50 with x1 multiplier and can be adjusted manually.

The maximum bet is capped at $500 with an x1000 multiplier, which can be selected using the relevant tab on the left – by selecting the multiplier level, the players will automatically increase the bets and vice versa. Expected return to player percentage is under 95% which is not surprising, considering the max bet and x1000 multiplier.

The players can also activate the replay feature as well as autoplay mode which will activate up to 25 automated spins. The auto feature can be stopped manually or when the auto spins expire.

Thundering buffalo bonus rounds and special features

Free spins icon combination on connecting reels will unlock the free spin feature with 8 extra rounds. More spins can be awarded if the triggering combination lands on multiple reels and all free spins are added together and activated as a session of up to 240 spins.

The wild icon can only land on reels 2 – 4, replacing all symbols except for the fire scatter icon. Picking the scatters will double your stake and if you manage to collect 5, the stake will be increased by x50.

Strong and weak points of thundering buffalo slot

The theme of the game is powerful, but the graphics and visual quality are far from being a match, which is quite surprising, having in mind that the game was released not so long ago - in 2015.

If you were hoping for some interesting bonus features, you will probably be sorely disappointed to discover that free spins are pretty much all that you will be getting.

Although thundering buffalo has a lower betting limit of $0.50, which makes it available to all kinds of players, playing with high stakes makes much more sense with this slot – but only if you have a budget that can take it, otherwise the game can leave you high and dry.

The possibility of hitting a longer free spins session can offer some comfort but unfortunately, that's not really enough to engage or challenge the players who are used to more dynamic slots with more special features to choose from or at least a higher return to player percentage rate.

The las vegas version is exactly the same as the free one we have here, as far as gameplay is concerned. You will not see thundering buffalo in all the vegas casinos, but it is in most of them (at the time of writing) and is just as good as the siberian storm game, so if you love that one, you will love this one too.

Buffalo slots online

Most popular slots games

Having drawn players in for almost a decade, buffalo slot machines have become some of the most popular choices for slot players. With a fresh look and feel, the popularity of the original buffalo slot machine has grown over time. It’s a true hit for its maker aristocrat.

It wouldn’t be uncommon to find entire rows of buffalo machines in a las vegas casino completely filled with satisfied players. But why is this game so special? What has caused slot players to flock, or rather stampede, to this game in such high numbers?

Buffalo!!

The free buffalo slots game is very clear about its theme.

The symbols on the reels — the wolves, elk, eagles, pumas, and buffalo — with their own unique sound effects (especially the unmistakable “BUFFALO” chant) all set on an old american prairie at sunset, make for a special slot experience. It’s clear this game panders to the proud-to-be-an-american player, but that shouldn’t deter those who don’t subscribe to that mindset.

It’s a fun game, and droves of players have figured that out.

High-pitched eagle squawks and rumbling stampede sounds might be enough to pique the interest of many players. But there’s much more to buffalo slots than an enticing theme. A game couldn’t maintain its level of popularity without some tasty meat inside the attractive package.

Buffalo gameplay

The first thing anyone playing the buffalo slot machine will notice is that there are no paylines. Symbols don’t have to appear in any particular way. There is no need to memorize any confusing payline patterns to denote a win. If enough of a specific symbol appear anywhere on consecutive reels, starting with the leftmost reel, it’s a winner.

This is where the true ingenuity of buffalo lies. In doing away with needing to hit symbols in specific patterns, the game creates a greatly expanded number of winning combinations. Even without too much luck, the ambient casino noise will constantly be drowned out by the winning payout music.

There are five reels with four spaces on each reel and a total of 11 different symbols with their own pay tables — traditional card ranks nine through ace and the five animal symbols.

In addition, there are two special symbols.

The sunset symbol, which can only appear on the second, third, and fourth reels, is considered wild and can count as any (and simultaneously all) of the other 11 symbols. Then there’s the scatter coin symbol, which can trigger free spins and a bonus game.

Land at least three scatter coins anywhere on the board to trigger the bonus game.

The bonus game

The bonus game begins with a set number of free spins. This number depends on how many scatter coins appeared in the spin that initially triggered the bonus. The game is also dictated by a slightly different and advantageous set of rules.

Like the main game, getting three, four, or five scatter coin symbols anywhere will earn eight, 15, or 20 free spins (respectively). But getting just two coin symbols during the bonus game will earn five free spins.

Earning additional free spins is always nice, but the real money in this game is made with the other bonus game rule difference. Those sunset symbols that were wilds during the main game now act as payout multipliers. The payout of any winning combination that includes a sunset wild is multiplied by either two or three for each sunset in that combination.

This can amount to a winning combination’s normal paytable being multiplied by up to 27x if the combination includes three of these sunsets. The bonus game will continue until all of the free spins initially awarded, and all that were earned during the bonus game, have been used.

But how’s the money?

With the constant hitting of potentially multiplied winning combinations and the earning of free spins, there’s got to be a catch somewhere, right?

To fully play with all five reels, there’s a built-in “reel cost.” this is similar to adding more paylines on a traditional slot machine, that is multiplied by the stakes of the game. In this case it’s 40x.

Therefore, a single spin at a one cent stake will cost 40 cents. Many buffalo slot machines have the option to decrease this reel cost, to as low as 1x, by choosing to limit the spaces on the reels that count toward winning combinations. In this way, a player may actually be able to play for as little as one cent per spin.

It’s all in the combinations

Despite this option, the way the cost-per-spin is truly mitigated (when all reels are fully in play) is by the sheer volume of winning combinations. Many of the payouts are smaller than the spin cost of 40 units, but they hit so often that they effectively make the cost for spinning much less. It’s like being given a significant rebate on many of the spins, but with the added fun of being paid out as a winner.

While there are no true jackpots to hit in buffalo, any particular spin could represent a significant win. Predictably, the buffalo symbol has the highest payouts in the game; it’s also the most prevalent. Even playing for just 40 cents, a single spin with some buffalo symbols could yield over $50. And a decent run in the bonus game could easily bring in over $100.

This all amounts to a slot that costs a bit more per spin than most with the same stakes. But it keeps its volatility down with frequent small and medium wins. It’s possible to play this fast-paced game for hours and never win or lose more than $25-$50.

Buffalo slot machines are the perfect choice for slot enthusiasts. The action-packed game may seem like a poor choice for someone who prefers a more traditional slot. But the reality is that buffalo does a great job of maintaining the relatively simplistic game design of a traditional slot while being specific enough to attract those looking for a different experience.

What’s next?

The amazing popularity of the original buffalo slot has caused buffalo to become enough of a draw to spawn other titles. Newer games, such as buffalo gold, which adds new bonus features and higher stakes options, and buffalo stampede, which offers many other enhancements as well as a progressive jackpot, complement the original buffalo game and make for a powerful brand.

Its manufacturer has clearly aimed buffalo at a wide swath of slot players, and it’s succeeding. With a fun theme and captivating gameplay supported by solid game mechanics, there seems to be no end in sight for buffalo. As more casinos begin to offer buffalo games, more players will be able to play the action-packed game that so many already enjoy.

Buffalo gold

Buffalo gold GAME DETAILS

If you have played buffalo earlier, you will love playing the new variant called buffalo gold, which is brought to you by aristocrat, in association with digital specialists from game account network. This power-packed version of the popular series has so many showstoppers and comes in the giant and classic versions of the game. Buffalo gold casino slot online is based on the theme of wildlife found in the hinterland of the USA, including wolves, elk, buffalos (of course!), pumas, and the american eagle. All the characters of the buffalo gold game are animals. Each symbol is unique and beautiful, and the audio is crisp and haunting too. The winning cry of buffalos!! It takes you back to the wide-open prairies even though you might be sitting at home.

When you play buffalo gold slot machine online, you get a good mix of regular smaller rewards as well as occasional big wins. The buffalo gold version of the famous buffalo franchise is now available at most casinos online. Fans in australia will be able to see glimpses in their mind of the great outbacks they are accustomed to. Let us dwell on the gameplay and play lines in this entertaining buffalo gold slot which will help you win more money.

The rules of the game

This gambling option offers 5 reels and an 11-symbol setup. You will not encounter a single payline. But, you will see 2 other special symbols. It is called a penny slot because the minimum bet is pegged at just 40 cents. Therefore, you will not need to practice by playing the buffalo gold free option and can immediately start playing buffalo gold for real money. The liberating thing about doing away with the paylines is that a player doesn’t have to memorise or keep track of patterns, and can just focus on the correct combination of symbols listed in the paytable, with the combination starting off at the leftmost reel. But what are the symbols you need to know?

• The 6 high-valued cards (9, 10, jack, queen, king, ace) and the five animals we mentioned above – buffalos, elks, wolves, pumas, and eagles.


• An image of a setting sun acts as the wild symbol which can be used to replace any other symbol to get a rewarding sequence. It doesn’t work on the scatter symbol, though.


• An image of a coin acts as scatter symbol which will grant free spins as well as a bonus round. The extra game begins as soon as you get a sequence of three scatter symbols.

As per the rules of this game, you start off with a series of free spins as soon as the bonus round starts. The minimum number is 8, but the number of free spins depends on how many scatters had initiated the bonus round. This is the list:

• 3 scatter symbols – 8 free spins


• 4 scatter symbols – 15 free spins


• 5 scatter symbols – 20 free spins

An interesting twist is given to the wild symbols which turn into multipliers giving you returns of 27 times. You may wonder how this happens. Well, they are 2x and 3x multipliers which keep on adding up as long as you get them is a particular row. Additionally, these scatters can give you more free spins if you get 2 or more of them while the free spins are in progress.

The tricks of the trade

The RTP you can look forward to is 94.85%, which means you do not have to go too long without some wins. One of the best tips for this game is to play with all five reels, and this strategy will make up for the lack of paylines, potentially giving you 40x returns, which could outdo any jackpots. Yes, you understood right, there are no jackpots in the usual sense of the term.

Conclusion

You get great backdrops and a good chance of winning when you play this slot. The popularity of the format has led to a number of me-too buffalo games.

Buffalo slots: free buffalo slot machine by aristocrat

Table of contents

• The buffalo slot game launched on january 1, 2008


• It's part of the collection of the most popular aristocratic slots


• The buffalo casino slot is a high volatility game with an RTP of 94.85 per cent

Welcome to the buffalo slot machine, one of the most-famous and most-played slots of all time!

If you are looking for action-packed online slots with unique features and the same gaming experience you find at brick-and-mortar casinos, buffalo is the one for you.

Developed by aristocrat in 2008, the buffalo slot lets you experience the excitement of the special xtra reel power feature in a supersized slot machine that features no less than 1,024 ways to win.

Free buffalo slot games online

With so many video slots coming out every month, the risk to miss glorious classic slots like this one is really high.

That's why here on pokernews we decided to dedicate a page to this game and to offer our readers the opportunity to play the buffalo slots for free at jackpot city casino

Before we get into the specifics of this slot, let me give you the info you need to play the buffalo slots with up to $1,600 in free money.

This three-step process activates three casino bonuses that get you up to $1,600 in free cash to play the buffalo slot and other real money games online.

Now that the bonus is secured, let's look at why buffalo is such a great slot machine game.

What makes buffalo a special slot machine game?

Before hitting the world of online casinos, this five-reel slot machine game with 1,024 ways to win became one of the most popular and played slots at brick-and-mortar establishments all over the world.

The online version of the buffalo slots features 2D graphics with symbols inspired to the wildlife of north america's grasslands and sounds that reproduce the life of a bustling casino floor.

The buffalo slot machine features 12 different symbols, with the buffalo being the highest paying one. Doh.

Besides wild animals like buffalo, eagles, and wolves, the reels are home also to card signs, a wild, and a scatter.

Three or more scatter symbols award up to 20 free spins.

During the free spins games on the buffalo slot machine, each wild symbol multiplies the total win for that spin by either two or three times.

Like in most classic slots, all wins pay left to right.

I'm sure you want to know about the buffalo's RTP (return to player) too, amirite?

The game's RTP is what makes the online version of the buffalo slot much better than its hardware version since buffalo's RTP is much-much-much better when you play buffalo games online.

While the version of this slot machine available at brick-and-mortar casinos offers an RTP ranging between 89% and 92%, the online buffalo slot games feature an RTP of 94.85%.

This might not make it the loosest slot machine on the internet - but it still marks a great improvement compared to the version available at land-based casinos.

Buffalo slot paytable

Since we all play to win, let's have a look at the official payout structure of this exciting slot machine game

Remember that this is a game that does not play on paylines, so your only way yo size your bets is to act on the reel cost and on the bet per reel.

The minimum bet available to play the buffalo slots online is of 0.01 while the largest one is of 50.00.

Register a free gaming account and use the bonus to play your first games.

Open the game and get ready to shout. "buffalooooo!"

Buffalo slot machine: A quick recap

developer	aristocrat
launched in	2008
wild	yes
scatter	yes
free spins	yes, up to 20
multiplier	yes, up to x27
bonus game	yes
progressive jackpot	no
RTP	94.85%
play with bonus	ON THIS PAGE

_{This article was first published in june 2018. Last update: december 12, 2019}

The promotion presented on this page was available at the time of writing. With some casino promotions changing on daily basis, we suggest you to check on the site if it still available. Also, please do not forget to read the terms and conditions in full before you accept a bonus.

What do you think?

More stories

• 

Casino news

Other stories

• 

Recommended for you

Top casino sites

Free £88 - no deposit needed

Win up to 500 free spins on your 1st deposit (UK only)

500 free spins extra on 1st deposit

100% up to £150 + 10 FS no wagering

Advertiser disclosure

Pokernews is a free to access, online resource that offers fresh daily content, world leading live reporting and poker strategy content and provides comparison features of various online poker sites to its visitors.

Visitors should be aware that that the operator of this site (ibus media limited trading as pokernews) receives affiliate and advertising revenue from the companies that appear on the site, and said remuneration may impact the location and order in which the companies’ banners and offerings are promoted on our site.

Visitors should also note that room rankings can be impacted by a number of different variables and should not be relied upon for accuracy purposes. Whilst we do our utmost to try to ensure all companies advertised on our site are trustworthy and hold the requisite licences for their offerings, the rankings or prominence of any banner/advertisement do not necessarily imply endorsement of the companies or their products by ibus media limited trading as pokernews.

Except as expressly set out in our terms & conditions, all representations and warranties regarding the information presented on this site are disclaimed. The information which appears on this site is subject to change at any time.

So, let's see, what we have: free buffalo slot machine online ☆ brand new & improved ✓ play buffalo for free or real money ✓ instant play / no download ✓ no spam / no pop-ups at slot games buffalo