ELK Studios have always had a knack for creating games that feel just a bit different, and their upcoming release Giraffalot continues that trend in the best possible way. This one lands on 4th November 2025, and trust me — it’s as weird as it sounds, but it’s also one of the most entertaining new slots I’ve played recently.
At first glance, it’s a bright and playful game, but dig in and you’ll find some clever mechanics that make it surprisingly engaging. The theme is built around a fantasy kingdom ruled by giraffes — yes, giraffes — and that quirkiness actually works. ELK’s visuals and sound design are top-notch as always, with a cartoon-style polish that makes every spin feel lively.
But let’s get into what matters — how it plays. Giraffalot runs on five reels and four rows with 26 paylines, and the giraffes themselves are the stars of the show. They appear as expanding wilds, stretching right up the reels and often bringing multipliers with them. Land one and you’ll trigger a respin, giving you another shot to land another giraffe. Keep the chain going, and things can get properly cheesy very quickly. Miss a spin, though, and the sequence resets — so there’s always that tension between excitement and frustration that keeps you hooked.
There’s also a spreading wild mechanic that can turn nearby symbols into wilds or upgrade existing giraffes, and occasionally you’ll hit what’s called a Super Spin, which removes all the low-pay symbols and leaves only the big hitters on the reels. It’s a nice touch that keeps the base game interesting between features.
Of course, it wouldn’t be an ELK slot without some feature rounds to chase, and Giraffalot comes with two of them — the standard Bonus Game and the Super Bonus. The standard bonus triggers with three scatter symbols (on reels 1, 3 and 5), giving you five free spins to work with. The Super Bonus, though, is where things really get fun. Here, every spin guarantees at least one to four expanding giraffes on the screen, and when you start stacking those together with multipliers, the potential gets ridiculous. It’s pure chaos in the best way.
You can also use ELK’s X-iter feature to tweak how you play. It lets you pay extra for higher chances of landing the bonus or jump straight into the main features if your region allows it. For example, you can choose a Bonus Hunt mode with 4x odds, a Mega Bonus Hunt with 10x odds, or even a Magic Spin that guarantees two expanding giraffes and an automatic Super Bonus if you trigger one. Sadly, as always, these buy options won’t be available in the UK — but it’s nice to see the creativity there for other markets.
Performance-wise, Giraffalot comes with a 94% RTP and medium-high volatility, which means it’s got that typical ELK rhythm: quiet spells followed by sudden bursts of action that make you jump out of your chair. The max win sits at 10,000x, which is big enough to turn heads, but you’ll need a fair bit of giraffe luck to get there.
Now, the only real downside is that 94% RTP figure — it’s a bit on the low side, and you’ll definitely feel the grind if you’re on a cold streak. Still, when this game pops off, it really pops off. The expanding wilds can take over entire reels, and those multipliers make even small wins look impressive.
Overall, Giraffalot is one of those slots that just feels alive. It’s silly, energetic, and full of character, but underneath the humour and the theme there’s a genuinely solid game design. It captures that same “one more spin” feeling that ELK have nailed in previous releases, and the feature rounds can deliver some properly fun moments — even on low stakes.
I’d say Giraffalot is definitely worth a few spins when it drops in November. It’s not the most consistent game out there, and it won’t suit everyone, but if you enjoy a bit of chaos and like your slots to have personality, this one’s right up your alley.
10p Gamer Verdict: 8.5/10
✅ Brilliant design and unique theme
✅ Expanding giraffe wilds make for great moments
✅ Super Bonus can absolutely go off
⚠️ Low RTP and a touch volatile for casual play
