Play Universe for Free

Delve into the kitsch world of universe and you’ll immediately notice that there’s a choice of two games.

The basic game played on the bottom set of reels and costs just one credit to spin. There’s usually only one payline but look out for the stars in a criss-cross formation. If you spot three at any one time you could win an extra bonus of 20 credits.

When playing the basic game, also look for the BAR symbol appearing on reel 3. This transforms into a wild symbol allowing it to represent any one of the other symbols other then grapes.

The basic game also includes the Auto Hold facility which freezes certain reels into a position which looks promising while the rest are spun again. If you don’t want to use the Auto Hold suggestion you can use the Reset button to release the frozen reels and bring them all back into play.

When you move onto the top game, you’ll have the choice of betting with either 4 or 8 credits per spin. Use the Choose Bet button to switch between the two and make your choice. There’s different payout tables depending on what you choose to bet with; the higher the bet the more you could potentially win!

The top game features five credit meters, all of which can hold a maximum of 200 credits. If you reach your limit, the credits can be moved back to the basic game.

If you’ve never played Universe before, there’s a way of playing the game first before you sign up and create a full account.

All Simbat games include a free simulation mode which allows anyone to spin the reels without having to register. The simulation mode is fully functional so you’ll be able to access every aspect of the game, just as if you were playing the live version. However, instead of playing for real money your account will show virtual money, allowing you to experience the thrill of betting without risking real cash.

If you like the game you can go on to register which will then provide access to the live game where you can play to win cash prizes.

The simulation mode is also helpful if you want to have a bit more practice first. Whether you’re a total newbie to playing online slots or just simply want to explore Universe a bit more, playing in simulation mode lets you practice until you’re confident enough to move on.

But it’s not just beginners who make use of the simulation mode. If you’re an advanced player and want to experiment with different strategies or try out new tactics, the simulation mode provides a safe space to do this without blowing your cash while you do so.

Simbat aim to make their games accessible to the widest proportion of players as possible so they’ve chosen to make them web-based. This means all that you need to play is access to the internet and a web browser.

These types of games are Flash based so you’ll need to double check that you have a compatible device. Most devices are, but a small handful won’t be Flash enabled.

Using this type of format means that players don’t have to download apps or software to be able to play. As long as you can get online you can play Universe, wherever you are!

Universe takes a step back to a retro fruit machine which focusses its attention purely on spinning the wheels for cash prizes. There’s no flashy themes or modern twists on the game, something which some players will prefer. The styling is distinctly kitsch and the game wouldn’t be out of place in an 80s arcade. But that just simply adds to the appeal and creates an even more realistic playing experience.

Players seeking out games with a lot of complexity may find that Universe is too simplistic. But those who are either just starting out or prefer fruit slots which stick to a traditional structure will be delighted with this thriller from Simbat.