By Doug Holmes
Summary
- Northern Lights Gaming releases Max Spinwell Temple Explorer slot
- Betting range from $/€0.20 – $/€40
- Max win of 5,000x
Max Spinwell has been around the block. Across Northern Lights Gaming’s Unusual Suspects slots, the moustached lawman has chased criminals, tried his luck as a fisherman, headed west, tangled with cartels, and even dipped into ancient Greece.
After eight appearances, it was probably only a matter of time before he got top billing. That moment arrives with “Max Spinwell: Temple Explorer“, the latest release that introduces players to jungle trekking and ancient ruin exploration.
The setting is bright and outdoorsy, with a stone temple looming behind the reels and a map that tracks progress as features unlock.
It looks pleasant enough, though seasoned slot players will recognize the theme immediately. Nothing here breaks new visual ground, but nothing feels out of place either. The real standout is still Max himself, now dressed for adventure rather than duty.
The game runs on a 5×4 grid that counts 20 paylines, and with stakes running between €0.20 and €40. The developer offers three different RTP versions based on players’ locations, with the highest set at 96.09% and paired with medium volatility.
The symbol lineup is straightforward: gems at the low end, then binoculars, compasses, bags, and maps. Five-of-a-kind wins range from 1.5x to 5x the bet, while five wilds pay 5x.
Special Features
What truly sets Temple Explorer apart is its progression system, with features unlocking in stages, each tied to 50-spin milestones.
From the first spin, players have access to Cash Collect, where coins land on the rightmost reel and can be gathered for instant wins.
As the game progresses, players will notice additional mechanics, including idols dropping coins or wilds, walking collectors moving across the reels, and respins holding symbols in place.
Free spins will make an appearance once scatters land, starting with 10 spins and offering retriggers along the way. The special rounds introduce sticky collecting symbols and, later on, super free spins that guarantee coin drops and allow the collector to expand.
A coin multiplier grows as wins are gathered, adding momentum to longer bonus rounds.
Uncollected coins feed a jackpot chest, which can trigger a bonus wheel offering Mini, Minor, Major, or Grand prizes, topping out at 5,000x the stake. For players who prefer to skip the buildup, the game offers free spins and super free spins through direct purchases.
All in all, for players who enjoy steady progression, familiar mechanics, and a light adventure theme, Max’s latest outing fits the bill nicely.
