Monkey 27 by Tomhorn
How to Play Monkey 27 by Tom Horn Gaming
Monkey 27 is a classic 3-reel, 3-row video slot developed by Tom Horn Gaming, released in December 2015. Tom Horn Gaming holds licences from the UK Gambling Commission (UKGC) and the Malta Gaming Authority (MGA), and the game is independently certified for fairness.
The slot uses a 27-payline structure — hence the name — meaning wins are counted across all possible 3×3 combinations rather than fixed lines you select manually. The RTP is 97%, which is above the industry average of 95–96%, and volatility is medium, meaning wins occur at moderate frequency with moderate size. Minimum bet is R0.10 per spin, maximum R100.
To play, set your stake using the bet controls at the bottom of the screen and press Spin. All 27 paylines are always active — you cannot reduce or select them individually. Wins are paid when three identical symbols land across any of the 27 combinations from left to right.
The Monkey symbol is the Wild — it substitutes for every symbol except the Dollar (Scatter), helping complete winning combinations. Three Monkeys on the reels pay the top base-game prize of x1,000 your bet.
The Dollar sign is the Scatter: landing 3 Dollar symbols anywhere on the reels triggers the Free Spins bonus — awarding 15, 20 or 25 free games at random, with every win during the feature multiplied by x2. Free Spins can retrigger if 3 Scatters land again during the bonus round. After any winning spin in the base game, a Gamble feature becomes available — press the Gamble button to guess the colour of a face-down playing card: a correct guess doubles your win, an incorrect guess loses it entirely. The Gamble feature is optional and can be skipped.
Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
Developer | Tom Horn Gaming (UKGC + MGA licensed) |
RTP | 97% |
Volatility | Medium |
Reels / Rows / Paylines | 3 × 3 / 27 fixed ways |
Minimum bet | R0.10 per spin |
Maximum bet | R100 per spin |
Wild symbol | Monkey (substitutes all except Scatter) |
Scatter symbol | Dollar sign |
Free Spins | 15, 20 or 25 spins with x2 multiplier |
Free Spins retrigger | Yes |
Gamble feature | Guess card colour — correct = x2 win |
Maximum win | x1,000 × bet (3 Monkeys) |
Symbol paytable — 3 of a kind:
Symbol | Payout (x bet) |
|---|---|
Monkey (Wild) | x1,000 |
Watermelon | x300 |
Grapes / Plum | x100 |
Orange | x30 |
Lemon | x30 |
Cherry | x30 |
Dollar (Scatter) | Triggers Free Spins |
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FAQ
Do I need to select how many paylines to activate in Monkey 27?
No. All 27 paylines are permanently active on every spin. You cannot reduce or deselect them. Your stake applies across all 27 combinations simultaneously, so the only decision is how much to bet per spin using the bet controls at the bottom of the screen.
What triggers the Free Spins feature and how does the x2 multiplier work?
Three Dollar (Scatter) symbols landing anywhere on the three reels during the base game trigger the Free Spins bonus. The game randomly awards 15, 20 or 25 free games. During these spins, every win is automatically doubled by a x2 multiplier — this applies to all symbol combinations including Wild-assisted wins. Landing three Scatters again during Free Spins retriggers the feature for an additional 15, 20 or 25 spins.
Is the Gamble feature mandatory after a win?
No. The Gamble button appears as an option after any winning spin, but pressing it is entirely your choice. If you skip it, your win is credited to your balance immediately. If you use it, you guess whether the hidden card is red or black — a correct guess doubles your win, a wrong guess loses the entire winning amount. The Gamble feature cannot be used during Free Spins.
What is medium volatility and what does it mean for my session?
Medium volatility means Monkey 27 is designed to deliver wins at a moderate rate with moderate prize sizes — more frequently than a high-volatility slot, but with smaller individual payouts compared to high-variance games. The 97% RTP means that across millions of spins, R97 is returned for every R100 wagered collectively. Your individual session results will vary — short sessions can produce outcomes significantly above or below this long-run average.
Is Monkey 27 available in demo mode?
Yes. Most online casinos hosting Tom Horn Gaming content offer a free demo mode for Monkey 27, accessible without registration or deposit. The demo uses virtual currency only — winnings are not real and cannot be withdrawn. All mechanics, the 27-payline structure, Free Spins and Gamble feature function identically to the real-money version. Always verify that your chosen casino holds a valid licence accepted in South Africa before depositing real funds.
