Taiko Beats Slot

Item: Taiko Beats
Rating: 4.1
Author: Nosa

4.1/5

Published Date · May 31, 2023 · Last Updated · Oct. 8, 2023

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Taiko Beats Slot Review

Taiko Beats Slot Overview

Taiko Beats sees top online slots developer Habenero heed the call of the Japanese drums, in a game which brings all the fun of an Asian music festival to the reels. Taking place in a classy Oriental theatre loaded with icons of Japanese Culture, including Daremi Dolls and Maneki-Neko, the slot does a great job of interpreting the theme. Should you decide to dance to the beat of this slot's drum, you will find a high-volatility game featuring Paying Scatters, Wilds, and a rewarding Free Spins Bonus lit up by Multiplier Wilds. Strike the right note in this one, and you may find yourself marching away with a 4,005x max win!

Taiko Beats Slot Details
Paylines	243
RTP	98.18%
Volatility	High
Jackpot	x
Minimum Bet	$0.25
Maximum Bet	$5000
Maximum Win	4005 x
Software Provider	Habanero
Themes	Asian
Design and Layout	Scatter Symbols Slots, 5 Reel Slots, Wild Symbol
Features	Bonus Round, Free Spins, Multiplier, Progressive Jackpot

Overall, this is a nice twist on the Oriental theme from Habanero. The symbols and soundtrack effectively bring the feel of a Japanese music festival to the reels, creating one of the more distinctive Asian Style games around. In terms of the gameplay, there is nothing particularly new or unique in the base game, but everything is well-executed and consistently entertaining. As is often the case with this style of slot, the fun really starts in the bonus round, with those Sticky Multiplying Wilds helping the game stand out from the crowd. Throw in a well above-average RTP (at the top level), and you have another top-notch addition to the Habanero roster.

4.1/5

Pros

Free Spins Bonus Round with Sticky Multiplier Wilds

Paying Scatters

Excellent Audio & Graphics

Cons

Variable RTPs

How To Play Taiko Beats Slot

taiko beats winning combo — Winning combination

Min Bet	Max Bet	Max Win (x stake)
0.25	5,000	4,005x

Taiko Beats Basic Rules

The game takes place on a 5x3 layout
The slot uses an “all-ways” mechanic – meaning a total of 243 winning ways are on offer
Payouts are triggered by landing three or more matching symbols on adjacent reels – beginning at reel one

Taiko Beats Slot Paytable & Symbols

Name	3 Symbols	4 Symbols	5 Symbols
J	0.08x	0.4x	1.2x
Q	0.12x	0.6x	1.2x
K	0.2x	1x	2.4x
A	0.28x	1.6x	3.2x
Marshmallows	0.36x	2.4x	4x
Toy	0.4x	3x	6x
Fan	0.48x	4x	7x
Mallet	0.6x	6x	16x
Scatter	0.04x	0.2x	4x

Standard playing card values, J through to A, serve as the low-paying icons and award 1.2x-3.2x for five of a kind. More rewarding are the selection of festival-related icons, including, Marshmallows, Fans, Mallets and Toys. Land five of these on a winning line, and you will be rewarded with a win of 4x-16x.

Taiko Beats Slot Features

The thematic action of the base game ticks along at a good pace, with the presence of Wilds and Paying Scatter Symbols helping to keep those slots' feet tapping.

Taiko Drum Wilds

May appear on reels one, three, and five and substitute for all standard symbols to help create winning combinations.

Bandstand Scatters

Red and Gold Bandstands may appear on any reel and will award a payout for three or more anywhere in view - up to 4x for five.

Progressive Jackpot

The bonus round is the place to be if you are to come close to landing that 4,005x max win, but there is also the chance to win significantly more courtesy of the Jackpot Race feature.

The current size of the Jackpot is shown in a display above the reels. This display will also provide details on when the next Jackpot Race will begin. Each race will last for a specified amount of time, with the Jackpot guaranteed to trigger during this period. Prizes then go to the players who press spin closest to the trigger point as follows:

Closest to the trigger point receives 50% of the jackpot
Second closest to the trigger point receives 20% of the jackpot
Third closest to the trigger point receives 10% of the jackpot
4th-7th closest to trigger point each receive 5% of the jackpot

Taiko Beats Slot Bonus Features

Taiko Beats free spins — Free Spins Bonus

Bonus Rounds and Free Spins

In addition to their pay-anywhere properties, those impressive Bandstand Scatters also lead the way into the Free Spins Bonus:

3x Scatters = eight free spins
4x Scatters = 18 free spins
5x Scatters = 28 free spins

During Free Spins, all Wild symbols which feature on a winning line will become sticky, remain in place for the subsequent spin, and receive a beat-tastic Multiplier Boost:

Standard Wilds upgrade to 2x Multiplier Wilds
2x Multiplier Wilds upgrade to 3x Multiplier Wilds

If a Wild contributes towards a winning way on your final free spin, you will gain two additional free spins to potentially benefit from the multiplier effect.

Our Verdict: A solid Free Spins Bonus which offers plenty of excitement and win potential – particularly if you can land the maximum 28 free spins. It’s always nice to see a bonus game offering something extra, and those sticky Multiplier Wilds do a great job of elevating the round above the base game experience.

Play Taiko Beats Demo for Free

For those who prefer to play for fun before staking real money, try out the Taiko Beats slot demo! Tap into the insight source of demos to comprehend the significance of special features. Immerse yourself in the gaming wonderland of online slots demos, discovering a vast array of games and themes to captivate your imagination Opt for demos as the gateway to quick gaming experiences.

Taiko Beats Slot RTP & Volatility

RTP	Variable RTP	Volatility
98.18%	Yes	High

This game comes with a variable Return To Player (RTP) setting. The top two settings of 96.48% and 98.18% range from good to exceptional for an online slot, but the bottom two of 93.85% and 92.18% fall below the industry average of 96%.

A trip to a Japanese music festival may not sound like a particularly risky endeavour but don’t be fooled, as this game falls firmly into the high volatility category. High-volatility games tend to feature more low-paying wins and dead spins than a low or medium-volatility release but, on the plus side, they offer a better chance of hitting a big win over a short session.

Our Verdict: The best advice regarding this game is to check the RTP setting in use at your online casino of choice. If either of the top two settings are in play, you can be assured that you are receiving excellent value for money. The volatility rating, however, feels a little high for this type of game, particularly as the max win is unspectacular, even accounting for the Jackpot Race element.

Taiko Beats Slot Graphics & Audio

Graphics

Japan’s lucky color of red dominates the color scheme in this slot’s theater, with the healthy scattering of gold creating a classy backdrop. Both the standard card suits and well-selected Japanese Icons are well-polished and enlivened by a kinetic element helping them to really pop from the black background of the reels.

Taiko Beats (Habanero) 1 — Scatter symbol lands on the reels

Taiko Beats (Habanero) 3 — Free spins triggered

Audio

The audio team have produced a soothing accompaniment to the action, laden with Oriental wind and string instruments. Being named after a Japanese percussion instrument, drums also feature, with the drum-beat style reel effects adding nicely to the atmosphere.

Our Verdict: The quality of the graphics and soundtrack make for a high-class slots experience, leaning towards the cultured rather than cartoonish end of the spectrum. Top marks to the developer for seeking out a number of authentic Japanese symbols not commonly sighted in other Asian-themed slots.

Taiko Beats Slot on Mobile

Habanero has ensured that the Taiko Beats can be heard by both desktop players and mobile slot fans. The game is fully optimized for the small screen, meaning you will find all of the graphics, gameplay and features intact, whether you are an Android or iOS user.