The Mega Money Multiplier slot from Microgaming is one of those games that invites players to slow things down a little and take a virtual step back in time. There are only two special features that make this 3-reel release unique: a re-spin trigger, and a multiplier that acts as a Wild on the reels.

Bets start from 15p a spin, up to a maximum bet of £150, and there are just 9 paylines to play in this basic online slot. Music to the ears (no doubt) of classic slots purists put off by the bonuses, side games and multiple paylines available at the majority of today's virtual machines.

In this Mega Money Multiplier review we take the reels for a spin to see if the wins on offer can compare to the payouts elsewhere online. Plus, we offer some Mega Money Multiplier tips for players interested in trying this traditional slot for real stakes.

• Discover the top multiplier available at Mega Money Multiplier
• Learn which reel symbols net the biggest returns
• Find out how the game's free spins can be triggered

The simplest online slot game we've played in quite some time

Mega Money Multiplier is the closest thing we've found to a land based slot available to play online. Everything has been stripped back to the basics with this one. Besides a free spin option and multiplier feature (the clue was in the name) there's very little else to this Microgaming release.

Bets are welcomed from 15p up to a max £150 a spin. And in an unusual move Mega Money Multiplier has just 3 reels, rather than the 5 commonly integrated in today's modern online slots. Just another way this one gives slots players a retro gambling experience.

Play for yourself with our free play Mega Money Multiplier game on this page. Or, up the stakes and bet for real money at any of our recommended casinos online.

It's the 7 symbols that pay highest, not including multipliers

Keeping with its homage to old school slots of yesteryear, Microgaming have kept the reel symbols to 7s and BARs of different colours. It's matching 3 of the red coloured 7s that nets the biggest natural payout, but landing that 5x multiplier awards the top prize of £300 - the Mega Money Multiplier jackpot.

Reel 2 is where the centre of the action takes shape

Although you can land those lucrative 2x multiplier wilds on any reel in the Mega Money Multiplier slot machine, it's the 2nd reel that unlocks the game's biggest rewards.

On this reel, alongside the x2 multiplier, higher x3, x4 and x5 multipliers are also possible. Plus if you land more than one wild on reel 2, you'll also trigger a re-spins feature that sees this middle reel spin again autonomously for a chance to line up even more wins.

The jackpot unlocks when you hit a unique multiplier combo across all 3 reels

Another reason Reel 2 is fundamental to Mega Money Multiplier comes when trying to land that top jackpot prize of £300. Just one combination of symbols makes this win possible, and on reel 2 it means landing that top x5 multiplier.

But that's not all. Along with the x5 symbol on the second reel players will only release the jackpot when reels 1 and 3 also stop on a x2 multiplier. When all three symbols line up across the reels, this, and this alone, will unlock the Mega Money Multiplier jackpot.

Mobile real money gamers are accommodated

Despite being one of Microgaming's simpler slot games, the developer hasn't overlooked mobile casino users with this retro release. In fact, to its merit, Mega Money Multiplier slot's pared down display and features makes it an excellent choice for playing on smaller screen sizes.

When tested during this Mega Money Multiplier review we found the game optimised perfectly with mobile handsets, even of older generations.

Takes players back to the essence of what slots gambling is all about

Some players might think Microgaming are slightly mad releasing Mega Money Multiplier to a saturated market full of thrills and features. We're inclined to disagree. If you're looking for a break from today's multi-faceted games, Mega Money Multiplier online slot is it.

This one takes players back to basics, prioritising simple 'spin and play' slots action and putting the reels back at the centre of the game. While the appeal of such a simplistic Internet game may be lost on some, for others we've no doubt Mega Money Multiplier will be a welcome breath of fresh air.