The Three Musketeers and the Queen's Diamond (Playtech) (Playtech) – Review & Demo Play

The Three Musketeers and the Queen's Diamond - Game Overview

Playtech has pulled off something quite special with this slot. Based on Alexandre Dumas's classic tale, it's a 5-reel, 50-payline affair that takes the old story and gives it a fresh, comic twist. Right from the start, you're treated to a cinematic intro showing d'Artagnan and his three mates getting up to all sorts. If you pay attention to this opening sequence, you'll pick up clues about what's coming in the game itself. The reels are packed with beautifully animated characters - D'Artagnan, Aramis, Athos and Porthos - alongside swords, muskets, daggers, gloves, bags, letters, crowns and jewels.

The background music and sound effects are top quality, so you won't be reaching for the mute button. What really sets this slot apart isn't just the graphics or sounds, though - it's the sheer number of special features packed in. They're not only entertaining but can provide you with some serious wins if you hit them right.

Wild Symbols in The Three Musketeers and the Queen's Diamond

Stacked Wilds appear on reels 2, 3 and 4, taking up to 3 positions on a single reel. They'll substitute for all symbols except the Musketeers themselves and the Free Spins symbols. It's a nice touch that adds a bit of weight to your base game spins, especially when those stacks land in the right spots.

Free Spins Feature in The Three Musketeers and the Queen's Diamond

Hit the Free Spins symbol stacked on both the first and fifth reel, and you're in for a treat. You'll be awarded 3 Free Spins for each Free Spins symbol that appears on reels 1 and 5 at the same time, so you can win anywhere from 6 to 24 Free Spins. What's more, during this feature the Free Spins symbol can appear on all reels, and if it does, it awards you with 3 additional spins. It's a generous setup that can really extend your play.

Musketeer Bonus Features

The four heroes each trigger their own bonus if you hit them in the right spot. Get Porthos next to his sword and the Splendid Sword of Porthos Bonus kicks in - he'll choose one reel and make it Wild for a re-spin. Athos and his muskets trigger the Wild Muskets of Athos feature, where he shoots at the reels changing random symbols into Wilds for one re-spin.

Aramis and his daggers activate the Golden Daggers of Aramis Bonus, letting you pick between two bags filled with instant prizes. These features pop up fairly regularly and add a lot of variety to the gameplay. Each one feels different, which keeps things fresh.

The Queen's Diamond Bonus

This is the big one - the most entertaining and generous bonus of the lot. It's triggered with just two D'Artagnan symbols appearing anywhere on reels 2 and 4. You start with two lives and five levels to work through. Your aim is to choose the right path to reach the chamber filled with treasures, collecting coins and lives along the way.

In the first stage you pick 1 out of 3 bridges to cross the moat. Next, you choose a catapult to get to the castle. The third level has you destroy a gate with a chosen barrel of gun powder. In the fourth stage, you select the right path to the secret chamber. Finally, if you make it to the fifth stage, you get to choose one treasure chest. Find the Queen's Diamond and you'll win a nice prize on top of all the coins collected during the bonus round.

Your total prize gets multiplied by the number of your remaining lives, so there's real strategy in how you play through it. This multi-stage bonus is genuinely engaging - it feels like you're part of the story rather than just watching reels spin.

Final Thoughts on The Three Musketeers and the Queen's Diamond

Playtech has created one of their best slots with this release. The graphics are stunning, the features are innovative, and the whole package provides quality entertainment alongside the potential for huge wins. It's a rollicking adventure that no-one should miss, and it captures the essence of the Dumas story whilst adding its own comic spin. Pure enjoyment from start to finish - all for one, and one for all!