The
Gilligan's Island slot machine is another big hit from
IGT.
International Gaming Technology is the acclaimed master of
progressive slots. Large progressives account for much of the company's
success over the years. But you can also credit brilliant licensing
deals with classic television franchises.Gilligan is no different. When I was a kid, my television schedule always consisted of Gilligan's Island reruns. My favorite was the vacuous tycoon, Mr. Howell and his equally air-headed wife, Lovie. The show was mindless sixties television at its best. In real life, the castaways would have strangled Gilligan after (about) the second time he screwed up a rescue.
Gilligans Island Progressive Jackpots and Payouts
If you want to be entertained while you take a shot at a slots jackpot, Gilligan's Island is now in casinos. The progressive resets at $20,000, though the average payout is around $64,000. The highest total ever was $174,000.
Gilligan's is a part of the Silver State progressive system. In case you aren't from the area, the silver state is none other than Nevada.
Payoff tops out around 93% on this game. That isn't the kind of odds you'll get with some of the other casino games, but I found Gilligan's Island entertaining nonetheless.
Bonuses
There are several bonuses in this game. Three bonus symbols activate the Castaway Cash feature. The player gets to choose the picture of one of the castaways. Each member of the cast equates to a different bonus cash value.
The Shipwreck bonus is activated when three Shipwreck symbols align on the middle reel. You are treated to film shorts from the Gilligan archives, while you select a bonus pick. Choose right and you might get extra money.
A Final Thought
I remember hearing tale of someone who once met Bob Denver, who played Gilligan, in an airport. This was later in life, and apparently Denver was complaining about people always wanting him to quote lines like "Skipper!" from the show. I hated to hear that.
The late Bob Denver has earned his eternal rest. He nows lives on in syndication, and the wacky quotes of the Gilligan's Island slot machine.
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