Introducing Jack Hammer 3 - A New Thrilling Chapter in NetEnt’s Popular Slot Series

NetEnt, a game developer of iconic slots like Starburst, Twin Spin and Jack and the Beanstalk, is making a reappearance in our blog today. It’s because they’ve announced yet another sequel to one of their legendary series from more than a decade ago, aptly named Jack Hammer 3. This latest addition promises to elevate the gaming experience with a few tweaks here and there, setting it apart from its predecessors that have once dominated the casino top game lists.

NetEnt Presents – Intriguing World of Jack Hammer 3

As the story goes, Jack Hammer 3 immerses players in an underground world filled with danger and intrigue. Players join Detective Jack Hammer and his ally Pearl in a heart-pounding quest to retrieve the Blue Diamond from the clutches of Madam Venom. This high-stakes narrative complements the medium volatility gameplay which has been consistent with the series.

Technical Aspects and Accessibility

What hasn’t been consistent is the new layout featured in Jack Hammer 3. It's a 5x6 slot and not 3x5 like before, but it still employs a Scatter Win mechanic, so each symbol slot spins independently – more on the features below. The minimum and maximum stakes are set at €/£/$ 0.20 and €/£/$ 2000, respectively, catering to a wide range of players. The maximum payout has never been high and the third Jack Hammer release is not an exception – players can win up to 1,332x their bet. But as any experienced player would tell, it’s not the maximum win that makes the game fun but the frequency of big wins. Unfortunately, NetEnt doesn’t share the win frequency stats on this one, but they are around 25% for the previous two episodes.

The game has three main RTP configs: 88.04%, 94.05%, and 96.08%. As always, you would want to play the highest-RTP version as that’s the one that will yield the most bang for the buck in the long run.

Game Features That Set Jack Hammer 3 Apart

• Sticky Win Mechanism – A standout feature in Jack Hammer 3, as well as the previous episodes, is the Sticky Win, which locks winning symbols and triggers Re-spins. This feature amplifies the excitement by allowing players to build upon their winning combinations, enhancing the potential for bigger wins​​.
• Symbol Upgrades with Detective Jack Hammer – The character of Detective Jack Hammer is not just part of the storyline; he now actively participates in the gameplay. During Re-spins, he upgrades symbols, transforming low-win symbols into those with higher values. This adds a dynamic and engaging element to the game, as players anticipate Jack Hammer's appearance for potentially higher payouts​​.
• Mysterious Multiplier – This is another new feature linked with high-paying symbols, increasing the multiplier as more symbols are added to the win. The multiplier can grow significantly during Free Spins as they are transferrable from the base game.
• Free Spins with Re-trigger Potential – Like its predecessors, Jack Hammer 3 offers a Free Spins feature. The number of Free Spins awarded depends on the number of Free Spin symbols landed, with the potential to trigger additional spins during the feature. It’s the Mysterious Multiplier that set JH3 from the rest, but they’ve ditched the total win multiplier which is not a thing we’ve expect in new slots anyway.

Final Thoughts

While maintaining the essence and simplicity of the Jack Hammer series, the upcoming release introduces a few modernised features. While revolving around the Sticky Win feature, symbol upgrades by Detective Jack Hammer and the Mysterious Multiplier offer a fresh experience for fans and casual slot enthusiasts alike. While it’s hardly impressive on paper by 2024 standards, veteran players have, at a minimum, a moment of nostalgia awaiting them when Jack Hammer 3 hits NetEnt-supplied casinos on the 5^th of March 2024.