The third chapter goes deeper, darker, and absolutely mental.
NetGame's debut into Madagascar territory. A novel 2-2-4-4-4 reel layout across seven reels introduced the lush cartoon aesthetic and the iconic carnivorous plant scatter that would define the series. Low-variance, approachable, and blessed with three distinct Free Spin pathways — a proper belter of a debut.
The sequel retained the distinctive asymmetric 2-2-4-4-4 grid and bolted on a four-tier jackpot Pick'em round alongside the returning three-way scatter mechanic. Graphically a noticeable step up, with richer animal animations and a more saturated jungle palette — the monkey and chameleon became fan favourites here.
The third chapter expands the grid to an 80-line 2-2-4-4-4-2-2 configuration, introduces stacked Predator Wilds, an upgradeable Beast Mode Free Spins feature, and a Jackpot Pick'em bonus boosted to five progressive tiers. This is the version the series always had the potential to become.
The panther now appears as a fully stacked wild across the four central reels. When it lands, all positions on that reel transform — giving you an immediate four-reel stretch of pure substitute power. It replaces all symbols save the carnivorous plant scatter and the jackpot jewel.
Three or more carnivorous plant scatters on reels 5, 6, and 7 trigger Beast Mode. Choose your predator — Panther, Lemur, Chameleon, or Parrot — and each applies its own multiplier track throughout the bonus. Landing additional scatters mid-feature upgrades your predator to the next tier, stacking the multiplier cap from 3x all the way to 15x.
The jewel scatter — landing simultaneously on reels 1 and 7 — unlocks the Jackpot Pick'em screen. Five tiers now replace the original four: Mini, Minor, Major, Grand, and the new Apex jackpot. Flip jewellery boxes to reveal matching jackpot symbols, with three-of-a-kind claiming each prize tier.
A fresh addition to the series: land four or more matching animal symbols on the four central reels simultaneously and trigger a Hold & Respin round. Matching symbols lock in position while the remaining reels spin up to three times, with each new matching symbol resetting the counter. A full board of matching symbols awards the Major jackpot outright.
The series' signature asymmetric seven-reel layout has evolved from 60 to 80 paylines via a 2-2-4-4-4-2-2 reel configuration. The outer two reels have returned to a slimmer two-symbol height, creating a striking hourglass silhouette that feels genuinely fresh while keeping the DNA of the originals firmly intact.
Can't be doing with the wait? The Jungle 3 includes a Feature Buy option — a 100x stake entry into Beast Mode Free Spins, guaranteed to drop you straight into the bonus with a randomly assigned predator. Available to players in eligible territories, subject to the operator's regional configuration.
| Specification | The Jungle (2018) | The Jungle 2 (2019) | The Jungle 3 (2026) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reels | 7 | 7 | 7 |
| Paylines | 60 | 60 | 80 |
| Reel Layout | 2-2-4-4-4 | 2-2-4-4-4 | 2-2-4-4-4-2-2 |
| RTP | 96.1% | 96.11% | 96.28% |
| Max Win | 1,000x | 800x | 1,200x |
| Volatility | Low | Low–Medium | Medium |
| Min Bet | £0.30 | £0.30 | £0.40 |
| Max Bet | £60 | £60 | £100 |
| Stacked Wilds | No | No | Yes |
| Multiplier Track | No | No | Up to 15x |
| Jackpot Tiers | No jackpot | 4 tiers | 5 tiers |
| Hold & Respin | No | No | Yes |
| Feature Buy | No | No | Yes (eligible regions) |
| Mobile Optimised | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Use the stake selector at the foot of the screen. Bets range from a modest £0.40 right up to £100 per spin. Hit Max Bet if you're feeling particularly flush.
Hit Spin or engage Autoplay for hands-free sessions. Paylines run left to right across all seven reels on the 80 fixed lines.
Land three-plus plant scatters on reels 5–7 for Beast Mode. Land jewel scatters on reels 1 and 7 for the Jackpot Pick'em. Or wait for a Sticky Respin on the centre reels.
Wins are credited automatically at the end of each spin cycle. The Autoplay limit and loss limit settings keep things entirely in your control.
Absolutely proper. The Beast Mode upgrade mechanic genuinely had me on the edge of my chair — went from a 3x multiplier all the way to 9x mid-bonus. Nothing quite like it in the series.
The stacked panther wild completely changes the feel of the base game. You're spinning with genuine anticipation now, not just mindlessly bashing the button. The Hold & Respin is a tidy bonus as well.
I've played the first two religiously. This knocks both out of the park. The five-tier jackpot is a welcome upgrade — finally feels like the Pick'em has proper teeth. Loses a star only because I want a sixth jackpot tier.
Dead right it is. The Jungle 3 is the third entry in NetGame Entertainment's Jungle series, following The Jungle (2018) and The Jungle 2 (2019). All three share the Madagascar rainforest setting and the distinctive seven-reel asymmetric grid, with each instalment adding new features and mechanical depth.
The Jungle 3 carries a theoretical return-to-player (RTP) of 96.28%, which sits above average for online slots of this type. Volatility has been nudged from low to medium compared to the first two games, meaning wins may land slightly less frequently in the base game but carry more weight when they do — particularly during Beast Mode Free Spins.
Land three or more carnivorous plant scatter symbols on reels 5, 6, and 7 simultaneously to enter Beast Mode. You'll then select a predator — Panther, Lemur, Chameleon, or Parrot — each unlocking its own multiplier progression track. Additional scatters landing mid-feature upgrade your predator tier, potentially pushing the multiplier ceiling from 3x up to 15x.
Absolutely. The Jungle 3 is fully optimised for all modern mobile devices including iOS and Android smartphones and tablets. The seven-reel layout reorients sensibly in portrait mode, and all bonus features — including the Pick'em screen and multiplier track — are designed with touchscreen play in mind.
The maximum single-spin win in The Jungle 3 is 1,200 times your stake, representing a 50% increase over the first game and a significant improvement on The Jungle 2's 800x cap. The Apex jackpot, available through the Jackpot Pick'em feature, seeds at 500x stake. As with all online slots, maximum wins are subject to the operator's cap.
You can crack on with the free demo by clicking the Play Demo button at the top of this page. The demo runs via an in-browser pop-up with no download or registration required, and uses virtual credits so there's no real money at risk. When you're ready for the real thing, the Play Now button takes you through to a licensed casino.
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