Crafting Magic: Inside the World of ‘Lucky Barrel Tavern’ with Belatra Games

1. Hello! ‘Lucky Barrel Tavern’ sounds like a whimsical adventure. Can you share the backstory behind creating a slot game centred around hobbits and their tavern escapades?

The idea for ‘Lucky Barrel Tavern’ came to us during our creative brainstorming sessions. We were searching for fresh ideas for a new game and wanted to create something entertaining and evoke warm and joyful emotions in players. Our team was discussing our favourite books and movies, and many of us reminisced about stories involving hobbits.

We realised that these stories have something special: they are full of adventure, magic, and, most importantly, warmth and coziness. With their love for simple pleasures like food, drinks, and good company, Hobbits seemed the perfect protagonists for our game. We decided to create a game that would capture the spirit of these magical worlds. The idea was to place players in a cozy and welcoming tavern where they could feel at home, enjoying the atmosphere and pleasant winnings. This is how the ‘Lucky Barrel Tavern’ concept was born—where everyone can feel part of a beautiful adventure filled with magic and luck.

2. ‘Lucky Barrel Tavern’ boasts unique gameplay with cascading reels and exploding symbols. How did you decide on these mechanics, and how do they enhance the player experience?

We chose the mechanics of cascading reels and exploding symbols for ‘Lucky Barrel Tavern’ to add dynamics and excitement to the gameplay. These mechanics create a sense of constant movement and action, significantly enhancing player engagement.

The main feature of cascading reels is that they allow for multiple wins within a single spin, making the gameplay more unpredictable and exciting for players. We decided to use these mechanics because we wanted to make the game not only visually appealing but also truly interactive. We wanted players to feel that each spin could bring something new and exciting and to enjoy every moment of the game.

3. Happy Hour Mode is a fun addition to the game. How does this mode work, and what makes it a standout feature?

Happy Hour Mode is indeed one of the key features of ‘Lucky Barrel Tavern’ that adds even more thrill and fun to the game. This mode is activated when 6 scatter symbols appear in the base game, or it can be purchased using the Buy Bonus option, which our players have come to love. In Happy Hour Mode, players receive an initial Cumulative Multiplier ranging from 2 to 10. This means that all wins in this mode are multiplied by this multiplier, offering an optimistic outlook with significantly increased potential payouts.

One of the most attractive features of Happy Hour Mode is that the maximum win is higher compared to the base game, with a multiplier going up to 12,000x! We added Happy Hour Mode to allow players to feel even more adrenaline and joy from the game. Due to its dynamism and generosity, we are confident this mode will become a favourite among our players.

4. Belatra Games is known for innovative gameplay. How does ‘Lucky Barrel Tavern’ embody the company’s vision for creating engaging and unique slot experiences?

Ivan Shlapunov told us all the ins and outs connected with the Lucky Barrel Tavern slot, so it was a pleasure to find out more about the process of its development and the ideas the provider considered when releasing it. The Belatra Games team is sure that players will feel this immersive adventure spirit, and we are sure that due to thrilling graphics and options like bonus symbols increasing up to 3x3, the slot will capture the iGaming scene.