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Champions Raceway Review

Champions Raceway is presented by IGT, a developer that has enjoyed some success with its big slots releases as of late. While this isn’t the most impressive slot they have to offer, thanks to just having three reels, there is something inherently likeable from the game.

Despite simple animation and sound effects, the reels spin true with fruit symbols that are classic to slot games. Above the reels are the horses, each with a different fruit symbol
There’s a simple layout in effect here, just 3x3 reels, but there’s more than that to the game, rest assured.

Strapped into the saddle

Horse racing is an old staple of gambling, and is now being brought to your screens in the form of a fascinating new video slot. Champions Raceway brings the idea of sports betting to the video slot world in amazing fashion, with a look and design reminiscent of the famed horse racing tracks found around the globe. Above the reels is a horse racetrack with five horses and riders ready to race, which should get
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IGT deserve a huge amount of praise for what they’ve done with horse racing theme, as in certain aspects they have managed to turn nothing into …show more content…
The layout may not be much to admire, but the horses racing toward the finish line certainly add a certain flair to the game – especially when that Victory Lap Bonus kicks in and ponies up from Free Spins and a Victory Lap Multiplier. Wild multiplier symbols can be found throughout the reels, boosting any payouts that you receive. Otherwise, just sit back and spin those reels, watching the horses’ race towards the finish line. IGT’s Champion Raceway may not be terribly fancy or have the slick, cool graphics that a lot of video slots do, but it sure is a fun day at the

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