What The Duck Slot — Value Score 88.2/100

What the Duck is a high-volatility slot by Spinmatic with a 99.09% RTP and maximum win potential of 17690x the stake. Gameplay centers on a 5-reel setup with a distinctive magic middle frame that activates during key features, housing interactive elements like ducks that influence prize outcomes. The respin feature triggers upon landing three consecutive treasure coin symbols, locking them in place while the middle frame spins; new coins collected continue the respins, and specific ducks—such as the bullet duck—shoot to upgrade coins from green to blue to gold levels based on collected ammo, or bounty ducks award random prize reveals. Free spins activate via three horseshoe symbols, granting eight spins with elevated trigger chances and extra spins for additional horseshoes, where explode and bounty counters persist and enhance payouts without resetting. Explode ducks randomly upgrade prize symbols, while bounty ducks select and award credits from existing symbols, progressing them from cans to hats, barrels, and carts. Visually, the game employs a quirky cartoon style with daft, endearing animations of ducks, coins, and western-inspired elements like tumbleweeds, diverging from typical Konami aesthetics toward playful absurdity. It stands out through persistent counters in free spins and the ammo-based upgrading mechanic, fostering extended sessions and high payout potential despite volatility.