Wizard Oz Slot Machine

The Wizard of Oz slot machine is one of the truly classic games to have appeared in Las Vegas. When it was launched, it was totally original and unique, with fantastic features, lots of cool bonus rounds and surround sound effects.

In Vegas, Wizard of Oz can be found in all of the big casinos and most of the smaller ones too and there are quite a few versions available. The newer favorites include the Ruby Slippers game, Wicked Riches and the 3 reel versions.

When this game was first released, it blew people away with its unique features. It really took slot machine gaming to a whole new level with so many new and unique features, including the sound effects.

The makers of Wizard of Oz slots describe it as a 'sensory immersion gaming experience'. Now, normally that sort of thing sounds like pure marketing speak, but in this case it really described the new game very well (back when it was released).

What I really enjoyed when I first played Wizard of Oz in Vegas was the gaming chair with Bose powered surround sound system. The chair even vibrates when something big happens during the game. Now, that sort of thing is common, but back in the day, this was 100% new. It was really popular too, sometimes it was really hard to get to play the game, even at 3am in the casinos!

As you would hope, all the characters appear in the WOZ slot, including the Lion, the Scarecrow, Dorothy herself, Glinda the good witch and of course, it wouldn't be complete without the Wizard himself.

You may or may not be lucky enough to meet the Wizard when you play the game, as he is only seen when you are getting one of the "Big Wins" featured when you work your way up the Oz bonus rounds.

The Flying Monkey Bonus Round

What is really great about this game is the sheer variety of different bonus features and the fact that all of them can give huge rewards.

For example, there is the Flying Monkey Bonus where the monkeys fly around the screen and pull out symbols which turn into Wilds. If you are lucky, this feature can continue for some time and if they start to create a lot of wilds on the screen you are virtually guaranteed to get a really big win.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the RTP of Wizard of Oz slots?

The theoretical RTP of Wizard of Oz slots by WMS is 95.99%, meaning the game pays back approximately $95.99 for every $100 wagered over time. This is a solid return rate for a branded land-based slot. For players seeking better theoretical returns, look for video slots with an RTP of 96% or higher.

Can I play Wizard of Oz slots for real money?

Yes, Wizard of Oz can be played for real money. If you live in a country that does not offer online cash play for WMS titles, such as the US, you can find the game in almost every land-based casino. Real money Wizard of Oz slots are available online in regulated markets such as the UK. The game starts from $0.30 per spin.

What is the Glinda bonus in Wizard of Oz slots?

The Glinda Good Witch feature triggers at random during any spin. When she appears, she waves her wand and turns up to 4 reels into Wild reels simultaneously. On the best possible outcome, she can turn the entire screen into wilds, delivering an enormous payout estimated at around 10,000 times your bet. The feature is preceded by a vibration in the gaming chair and a deep rumble from the speakers.

What is the Winged Monkey bonus in Wizard of Oz slots?

The Winged Monkey feature is triggered by landing Emerald City Scatter symbols on reels 1, 2 and 3, then selecting this bonus from the options available. It awards 8 free spins with the Winged Monkey Wild active on the central reel throughout. The Winged Monkey flies across the screen pulling out symbols and turning them into Wilds, creating strong win potential across the bonus.

What is the Emerald City bonus in Wizard of Oz slots?

The Road to Emerald City is a board game-style bonus triggered by Scatter symbols. Players progress along a path landing on characters, instant cash prizes, or advancing further toward the Wizard himself. Reaching the Wizard in this feature is the route to the game's biggest bonus payouts.

Which characters appear in Wizard of Oz slots?

All the beloved characters from the famous story appear on the Wizard of Oz reels, including Dorothy, Toto, the Scarecrow, the Lion, the Tin Man, Glinda the Good Witch and the Wizard himself. The game offers 4 distinct bonus features, with the Wizard appearing only during the highest-level bonus wins on the Road to Emerald City board game.

Glinda the Good Witch Bonus

Glinda appears at total random. I absolutely love it when this bonus is triggered, because when she is about to appear you get a vibration in the special seat and can hear a deep, low rumbling from the Bose speakers. At the same time, the reels start to spin a bit differently, creating an eerie feeling. At that moment, you know she will appear and it is so exciting!

When Glinda appears she waves her wand at the screen and one or two of the reels turns into stacked Wilds. However, if it is your day and luck is on your side, then she can turn the entire screen into Wilds. If that happens, you hit a super big win, which I think is around 10,000 times your bet. I am still waiting for that to happen to me :)

Other Games You Might Like

Other games from WMS include the famous Alice in Wonderland slots, which was almost as big a hit as the Wizard games when it was released, along with classics like Zeus and Kronos.

For something a bit different made by WMS, you could also try the gigantic reels games, which include Lil Red and also Spartacus, the game based on Gladiators - these games are really cool, with their unique game play.