Kooza Slot Machine

One of the most spectacular slot launches over recent years was without doubt, Kooza, by Cirque du Soleil. When the game was released, the actual performers from the show helped with its marketing in Vegas, creating a huge buzz of excitement.

When I got to play the game, I was really relieved to find it was really great fun. Unlike so many over-hyped games, this one really cut the mustard (as they say) — it's a wonderful and colourful game, full of excitement and wonder.

Cirque du Soleil must be just about the most popular show in Las Vegas, considering that just about all of the big casinos have their own show. Top shows include Ka, Mystere, Love (The Beatles) and Zumanity (the naughty one). Kooza is a great new addition to the online slots world.

The game itself manages to incorporate a lot of the sheer joy and quirky fun of the circus, but at the same time, keeping decent gameplay.

The music playing in the background is classic Cirque, just like you would get if you were at one of their live performances.

When you are playing, once in a while (random), you get a whole bunch of symbols appear on the screen. So, for example, you might get an extra 8 Kooza symbols suddenly appear whilst the reels are spinning.

When you get this feature, it gives a much better chance of a big win — it's kind of like 'fill the gaps' after that and great fun watching to see if you can get some more of the symbols as the reels come in.

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The Kooza slot online has quite a few major bonuses. One is a classic pick and choose feature, where you pick a box to get a prize. Unfortunately, when I was playing online, this feature did not work and the game crashes. I hope the casino fixes this soon. It worked at the regular casino fine, but just not the free version.

The other big bonuses in Kooza are the free spins. There are two versions of the free spin bonus game, one called Trickster and one called Wheel of Death. Another bonus sees you have a crack at the jackpot.

All of these bonuses manage to capture a lot of the magic of Cirque and getting the spinning wheel to select a bonus is the most fun part of the game. Have a play for free and see what you think.

Trickster free spins is a feature where symbols get upgraded. For example, Kings could become a main character/performer, or a performer can be upgraded to Wilds.

Another bonus sees one of the characters suddenly appear by random, very much in the way Michael Jackson does in that game. This character allows you to pick a box prize, to get extra reward credits. Another gift he gives is a whole bunch of free stacked Wilds, like you get in the Wizard of Oz slots, with Glenda the good witch.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the RTP of Kooza slots?

WMS has not publicly disclosed a specific RTP (Return to Player) figure for the Kooza slot. As a licensed Cirque du Soleil branded land-based title, the theoretical return is configured by individual casinos and may vary. WMS G+ series slots of this style typically fall in the 92–96% RTP range. The multiple bonus features — including the Trickster free spins and Wheel of Death — contribute to the game's win variance.

Can I play Kooza slots for real money online?

Kooza real money slots are primarily available in land-based casinos, particularly across Las Vegas where the Cirque du Soleil brand has a strong presence. Online availability is limited due to licensing restrictions tied to the Cirque du Soleil brand. UK players may find it at select online casinos that carry the WMS/SG Gaming library, but US and Canadian players are best served by visiting a physical casino.

What are the bonus features in the Kooza slot?

Kooza features several bonus modes: two free spins variants (Trickster and Wheel of Death), a pick-and-choose box prize feature, and a jackpot bonus round. The Trickster free spins upgrade symbols during the feature — for example, low-value card symbols can become characters, and characters can be upgraded to Wilds. The spinning bonus wheel selecting your reward is one of the game's most exciting moments.

What is the Trickster free spins feature in Kooza?

Trickster free spins is one of two free spins modes in Kooza. During this feature, symbols are progressively upgraded — Kings can be transformed into main performer characters, and performer symbols can be elevated to Wild icons. This symbol upgrade mechanic can significantly increase the value of winning combinations compared to the base game paytable.

What is the random symbol feature in Kooza?

During base gameplay, a random feature can trigger where a large number of additional Kooza-branded symbols suddenly appear on screen while the reels are still spinning. This substantially increases the chances of landing a big win on that spin, as the additional symbols effectively fill potential gaps in winning combinations — making it one of the most exciting moments in the base game.

Is Kooza slots based on a real Cirque du Soleil show?

Yes, Kooza is directly based on the Cirque du Soleil touring stage production of the same name. The slot was developed with involvement from the actual performers, who helped market it at launch in Las Vegas. The game's music, characters and visual style are all drawn directly from the live show, making it one of the most authentic branded entertainment slots produced by WMS.