Last Updated: Wednesday, 23 July 2025 13:38
Lucky Angler pokie
In 2012, NetEnt pleased the punter with a new five-reel Lucky Angler pokie. It features three rows, 15 pay lines, a free spins feature, wins in both directions, and the sticky wild feature. The pokie`s RTP is 96.4%, and the maximum winning per single spin is 205,500 coins. The freezing wild feature promises high potential for winning, but here, volatility is at a low level, making it complicated to win a substantial amount.
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Personal tester's opinion about Lucky Angler pokie
This pokie has an average volatility and maintains a balanced balance. I want to draw your attention to the probability of getting any winning (hit). This indicator equals 39.41%. Lucky Angler pokie often gives out pay combinations, but their amounts are not impressive. Usually, they are lower or the same as the initial bet. My maximum winning amount for one spin was 148x, achieved during the bonus feature, with an average winning amount of 39x my bet. According to the statistic, every 195th spin (0,51%) triggers the bonus feature. Here, you can complete the wagering requirements (rating: 6.33/10). Note that this pokie is not popular among players, and the prize pool for big wins is usually empty. The punter can try to bet more here to increase the volatility and winning potential, but this is risky as the empty pool can catch him at this moment. There are many better online pokies in NetEnt's line for real money gambling.
Review and recommendations by the testing team
- In the main game, there is a feature called the Sticky Wild symbol, which remains in place as long as it is part of a winning combination.
- Although combinations of three and four symbols yield a low win, the pokie maintains a good balance. Combinations of top symbols are quite highly-priced (100x - 150x of total bets). Considering that they can be in the winning combination several times during several re-spins, it is quite possible to get winnings of 200x - 300x total bets, for one spin (with re-spins). Not every pokie of this provider can boast about such winnings.
- The pokie triggers the free spins feature quite rarely, on average once in 200-300 spins, which is above the average of all Netent pokies
- The free spins feature is no different from the spins in the main game, except for the fixed Wild symbol on the third reel. The average winning rate with them is 30x-50x of total bets, and successful bonuses can bring 100x-200x.
I can recommend this pokie for games with bonus money (for completing the wagering requirements), but you must have a good bet balance (at least 250) to wait for the bonus features.
Netent declares the following probabilities
- The total return-to-player percentage (RTP) in the pokie is 96.4%. Of these: 70.1% in the usual spins and 26.3% in free spins mode.
- The probability of getting any winning: in the usual spins is 41.6% and 91.8% in the bonus free spins feature.
- The probability of triggering the free spins feature with 3 or more scatters is 0.62%.
- The maximum winning (per pay line) in the primary and bonus games is 40,000. The total maximum possible winning is 205,500 coins.
Hidden parameters and settings of Lucky Angler pokie (data from testing)
- The frequency of triggering the bonus is statistically every 195th spin (0,51%). This is an average number.
- The probability of a hit (any winning) is 39,41%. This number is higher than the middle line, so a punter should prepare for winnings that are lower than his initial bet.
- The distribution of the winnings is 83% in the main game and 17% in the bonus feature.
- The maximum payout during the tests was 148x. This is an extremely low number. Lucky Angler pokie has a low potential of winning.
- The average winning from the bonus was 39x. Do not expect a massive win in this feature. Despite the freezing wilds, the outcome is usually around 20x - 40x.
- Volatility is 5,08 out of 20 (average). It is complicated to win something huge here. This pokie can be used for fun or bonus wagering.
- Cycle length is short to average. It is hard to understand the cycle point, as Lucky Angler is not using waves of winnings and losings. Usually, it takes money and gives back very fast.
- The rating of the pokie for the wagering is 6,33 out of 10. The low potential of winning and running around starting balance numbers is very good for wagering rating. Be sure to use micro stakes.
- RTP of 96.4% allows getting a positive mathematical expectation of winning at the casino.
Description of the pokie
The word "fishing" is often associated with warm weather, a river, and a picnic in the green meadow. But those who know the charm of winter fishing will put some warm clothes on, take the fishing rods and go to the right spot in the middle of the river. NetEnt developed Lucky Angler to draw the attention of winter fishing lovers. The pokie is quite unusual and, at the same time, exciting. By launching it, you will definitely win your winnings and go back home with a big catch. Patiently wait for the game to start to find yourself on the river covered with a thick layer of ice.
Free spins feature
- Three or more scatters dropped on the playing field launch the free spins feature. You get the bonus games depending on the number of scatter symbols: 5 - 20 free games, 4 - 15, 3 - 10.
- Free spins are played at the same coin value as the round which activates them.
- During free spins, the Wild symbol dropped on the playing field is frozen until the end of the free games (the reels spin and the symbols are substituted anywhere, except in this position).
- Note that during free spins Sticky Wild drops automatically on reel 3 (row 2 (middle)) and is frozen till the end of free spins.
- Theoretically, all the fields (reels 2,3 and 4) may have Wild symbols. So, you still have a chance to win a huge amount.
Sticky Wild
- Wild substitutes - any symbols, except Scatter.
- Wild drops - only on reels 2 and 4 (from left to right) during the usual spins.
- During free spins, Wild launches are on reel 3 as well. Sticky Wild automatically drops on reel 3, row 2, and is frozen till the end of free spins. When the bet or coin value is changed while the Wild is already on the reel(s), it will not be cumulative in the next spin.
How to win at Lucky Angler pokie? (conclusion)
We cannot say much, talking about winning on this pokie. And if you still decided to play with real money, it would be wise to try it in demo mode before depositing. The pokie is low in dispersion, and to achieve bigger profits, you must increase the bet, which is somewhat risky, as it is not well-received by players and often has an empty prize pool. However, the pokie can be recommended for bonus hunters, as winning combinations are common (although not high) and help maintain the balance. We recommend you have about 250 bets on your balance. We suggest you use small bets.
