Cocktail Nights (PGSoft) – Review & Demo Play

Cocktail Nights - Game Overview

Cocktail Nights moves away from dull 5x3 setups and leans on cascading mechanics across 6 reels with 5 horizontal lines plus an extra bottom row under reels 2 to 5. That layout shifts ways from 400 up to 15,625, while wins still form left to right and only the highest result per line pays. The default RTP sits at 96.75% with average volatility, a mix I’ve found steady rather than wild. On paper the top multiplier is x100,000, though hitting anything close is very, very rare in practice.

Cocktail Nights Symbols and Paytable

The paytable runs from card symbols 10 to Ace paying up to x10, through to a run of themed cocktails that step up the prizes with values rising to x80. Wilds carry out the expected substitution role for standard icons, while Scatters are all about triggering the free spins. With cascading mechanics clearing wins and new icons dropping in, the symbol set feels busy even before the bottom-row extras get involved.

From my sessions, the premium cocktail symbols do the heavy lifting whenever cascades chain. With 15,625 ways active at full height, even modest line-ups can stretch when a Wild steps in, though low hits are common. I treat simple 10–A runs as bankroll savers and look to the framed symbols turning Wild for any step change. It’s a classic ways paytable built to feed the features rather than shower the base with outsized standalone pays.

Cocktail Nights Symbols and Paytable

Symbol	Quantity	Payout
	6	x4
	5	x2.5
	4	x2
	3	x1.5
	6	x3
	5	x2.5
	4	x1.25
	3	x1
	6	x2
	5	x1.5
	4	x1.25
	3	x0.5
	6	x1.5
	5	x1
	4	x0.75
	3	x0.4
	6	x0.75
	5	x0.6
	4	x0.5
	3	x0.3
	6	x0.75
	5	x0.6
	4	x0.5
	3	x0.3
	6	x0.5
	5	x0.4
	4	x0.3
	3	x0.2
	6	x0.5
	5	x0.4
	4	x0.3
	3	x0.2
	6	x0.2
	5	x0.15
	4	x0.1
	3	x0.05
	6	x0.2
	5	x0.15
	4	x0.1
	3	x0.05
	6	x0.2
	5	x0.15
	4	x0.1
	3	x0.05
	Scatter
	Wild

Wilds-on-the-Way in Cocktail Nights

Regular symbols landing on reels 2 to 5 can show a gold background and cover 2 to 4 cells. After a further cascade, those marked symbols transform into Wilds, which is where a round can suddenly open up. This feels like the engine for base-game momentum, throwing in unexpected substitutes without needing Scatters. When it lines up, I’ve seen chains extend beyond what the initial win suggested, which keeps the grid lively between bonuses.

Multiplier Reel in Cocktail Nights

Keep an eye on the extra row under reels 2 to 5. You’ll see four multipliers with x2 values spinning in for each round. If a winning combo includes a Wild, those multipliers add together and the total applies to the payout. After a cascade, used multipliers disappear to make room for fresh ones, which can step up in value. It’s a neat layer that can turn an ordinary line into something respectable.

In my play, the base game multipliers feel like steady add-ons rather than fireworks. The real step change comes once you reach free spins, but even outside the bonus, a timely Wild across two or three multiplier reels can surprise. I’ve learned to track where the Wilds land and whether the bottom row resets into bigger numbers after cascades, as that often signals whether a spin has more to give.

Free Spins in Cocktail Nights

Hit 4 or more Scatters anywhere and Cocktail Nights awards 10 free spins, with each extra Scatter adding +2. The multipliers from the bottom row are active here as well, and the trick is they don’t reset between spins. Instead, they grow through cascades and carry on, which is why the round can feel generous when it pops. I’ve had bonuses where a modest start snowballed once Wilds connected and those persistent multipliers climbed.

Feature Buy in Cocktail Nights

There’s a Feature Buy that whisks you straight into free spins at a set price. You step into a small menu, raise your stake, then hit Start to jump the queue. It’s handy if Scatters are hiding, but the ticket isn’t cheap, so I treat it with care. The maths model can still swing, and you’re paying up front for a shot at those growing multipliers.

When I’ve used it, results tracked the same volatility I’d expect from a naturally triggered bonus. Access is guaranteed, outcomes aren’t. If you’re curious, testing the Feature Buy in demo first is a sensible way to see how the round behaves with persistent multipliers before risking a live balance.

Our Verdict on Cocktail Nights

After a fair grind on Cocktail Nights, I’d call it a mix of adrenaline and a dash of let-down now and then. The RTP at 96.75% and average volatility read well, but the actual hit rate on bigger combos feels modest outside the right setups. The base game stays busy thanks to cascades and Wilds-on-the-Way, while the bottom multipliers add just enough intrigue to keep spins ticking over.

The bonus is where it can shine, purely because those multipliers stop resetting. Land Wilds early, feed a few cascades, and the numbers can stack. The flip side is the wait for Scatters, which can be longer than you’d like. The Feature Buy tempts, but the price stings if the round opens flat. I’ve treated it as a calculated punt rather than a shortcut to glory.

Headline potential of x100,000 looks great on the splash screen, but I wouldn’t chase it. What I do look for is a bonus that builds sensible multipliers and then catches a premium run with a Wild in the mix. That’s the realistic ceiling from my play. If you want a mobile-first ways slot with cascades, framed symbols turning Wild, and a solid RTP, Cocktail Nights is worth a spin, preferably tested in demo before staking real cash.