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GreatSlots review · Hacksaw Gaming · 2023

RIP City Slot Review

RIP City sits in a useful place in the Hacksaw library: it is not as severe as the studio's hardest releases, but it still has enough feature bite to matter. The draw is the way wild reels can activate, expand, and improve the bonus round if enough of them arrive early.

RIP City themed artwork
Hacksaw Gaming
4.3
RIP City
RTP 96.22%Medium12,500x betCartoon noir city5 reels x 5 rows

GreatSlots score

4.3/5

Best for

players who like expanding wild reels and medium volatility

A good medium-volatility Hacksaw pick for players who want expanding wild pressure without the harshest bonus profile.

GreatSlots quick summary

RIP City is a 5x5 Hacksaw slot with 19 paylines, medium volatility, and expanding wild-reel bonus pressure that can still reach a 12,500x cap.

How the slot works

RIP City uses a 5x5 grid with 19 paylines. The base game is direct, while the bonus depends on wild symbols activating reels and creating more wild opportunities on those reels.

The key is timing. Early reel activation gives the remaining spins more chances to develop, while late activation can leave the feature feeling short. That makes the bonus easy to understand and tense without requiring a dense ruleset.

Bonus features

  • Wild symbols can activate reels during the main bonus mode.
  • Activated reels can receive more wilds across the remaining free spins.
  • FeatureSpins-style options can increase the chance of seeing special features in supported versions.

Pros

  • +Medium volatility makes it more approachable than Wanted Dead or a Wild.
  • +12,500x cap is strong for the volatility profile.
  • +Activated wild reels create clear bonus progression.

Cons

  • -Base-game spins can feel modest until special symbols arrive.
  • -The cartoon noir mood is distinctive but niche.
  • -The bonus needs early wild activation to feel exciting.

Who this slot is for

RIP City suits players who like Hacksaw's style but want a less punishing profile than the studio's most extreme games. It is also a good fit for people who enjoy watching wild reels build across a feature.

It is less suitable for players who want frequent bonus action or classic fruit-slot simplicity. The value still depends on a feature round developing well.

Mobile play

RIP City is clean on mobile because the 5x5 grid is compact and activated reels are easy to follow during free spins.

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FAQ

What volatility is RIP City?

Hacksaw lists RIP City at 3 out of 5 volatility, so it sits closer to medium than very high.

How many paylines does RIP City have?

It uses 19 paylines on a 5x5 grid.

What is the max win in RIP City?

The listed max win is 12,500x bet.