We all remember those TV shows that became appointment viewing on a Saturday night. And who didn’t love a mid-afternoon trip to the movies to watch the latest blockbuster release?
They say that nostalgia is like a drug. It can create an overwhelming feeling that overrides almost every other emotion and often takes you back to a happy and carefree time of your life.
Alongside a blast of a track from your favourite album, nothing can conjure up the feeling of nostalgia quite like revisiting your favourite television program or re-watching a classic film from your youth.
Thankfully, technological advances have made it increasingly simple to unearth these treasured memories. Although hit shows such as Stranger Things, which is set in 1983, hark back to the past, there is nothing better than sitting down and re-watching a classic of the genre.
Many online casinos have capitalised on this trend and have decided to jump on board the nostalgia train. Amongst the vast selection of 1970s and 1980s-themed slots, such as Dancing Queen and Disco Funk, there has also been a relatively recent trend of new releases featuring characters from some of our favourite films and TV shows. We’ve picked out four of our best:
The Goonies (Never Say Die) – Blueprint Gaming
Starting with Sloth’s classic line of ‘Hey You Guys,’ this immersive release will instantly take you back to the mid-eighties. This is a fun and colourful slot, which can be found at most online casinos and has an RTP of 95%. You could win up to 50000x of your bet, and there are several reel modifiers which can be triggered by the appearance of Sloth.
The graphics are crisp and the game features several characters from the film franchise including Chunk, Mikey and One-Eyed Willy.
The original has been superseded by the release of The Goonies Return, however, both titles are worth exploring. The film remains a cult classic and this colourful slot has become one of the most popular online slots UK games for those who are simply craving a short sharp shot of nostalgia.
Bill and Teds Excellent Adventure Slot – IGT
It won’t come as a surprise that the second slot on the list is also based on a hugely popular movie from the 1980s. This slot, which harks back to the 1989 adventure comedy starring Keanu Reeves, is backed by an electric guitar-based soundtrack which will undoubtedly evoke strong memories of the era.
Several characters from the franchise have been added to the gameplay including Bill, Ted, Rufus and Princess Elizabeth.
There is plenty of variance in this game with an RTP of between 92.55% and 96.49%, however, this makes it the perfect play for both beginners and seasoned slot lovers. The extra bonus features are plentiful, with many of these harking back to the movie. With a payout of up to x2,500, this isn’t necessarily one for jackpot seekers, however, it’s a hugely colourful and nostalgia-fuelled release which is likely to provide many hours of fun.
Deal or No Deal Megaways – Blueprint Gaming
Although Deal or No Deal enjoyed success around the world and was based on a Dutch concept, this popular slot game is based on the original UK format which first aired in 2005.
Although the quiz has recently returned to UK screens, this release focuses on the basic concept of the show and this Megaways release has built on the success of the original with added gameplay and features.
With all 22 boxes appearing on screen at the start of the game and regular phone calls from ‘The Banker’, this game will conjure up memories of becoming overly involved in the show’s storylines. With up to 117,649 ways to win, you’ll soon become completely absorbed in your own journey.
An RTP of 95.34% is average for this type of release and there is a chance to win free spins as well as unearth mystery symbols in the bonus features.
This game is a lot of fun and the best thing about it is that you won’t even have to talk to Noel Edmonds…
Flinstones – Blueprint Gaming
Blueprint has done it again. They have found a TV show and film franchise that is universally loved and they have turned it into a successful slot.
This five-reel slot has ten paylines and an RTP of 95%.
Set in the Stone Age, this game features all of the key characters with regular appearances on the reel from Barney, Wilma, Betty and Pebbles. This animated comedy, which first started broadcasting in the 1960s, has been immortalised in this eye-catching and colourful slot and is delightfully simple to play.
Although the maximum wins stand at just x5000, this is a game which offers fun features such as a Yabba Dabba Doo, which can be triggered randomly. A Triple Scatter will also net you ten free spins.
If the Flinstones throw up nostalgia-fuelled memories from your childhood, then playing Blueprint’s absorbing slot is the best way to be transported directly back to the town of Bedrock.