Noah's Ark Slots Review - Split Symbols, Free Games & 30 Paylines

Noah's Ark Slot - Editor's Comment

Noah's Ark is one of those IGT releases that has stayed in circulation because its core idea is simple and distinctive. It is a 5-reel, 30-payline video slot built around the biblical flood story, and it has been described as a clone of the more popular Cats and Majestic Sea slots. That family resemblance matters: if you have played those games, the rhythm here will feel familiar.

The hook is Split Symbols. According to Casino City's game page, these are two symbols in one position that enable up to 10-symbol wins. In practice, that means a premium symbol can count twice in a winning combination, so a line that looks like five of a kind can pay as though it were ten. The Free Games bonus is triggered by dove symbols on reels 2, 3 and 4, and a different set of reels is used during the bonus.

What holds the game back is presentation. The graphics are dated by modern standards, and the theme is treated in a light, child-friendly way that may not suit every player's taste. There is also no published RTP figure in the material reviewed here, so we have not invented one. If exact return-to-player is important to you, check the paytable or help screen in the version you are playing.

What We Liked

• Split Symbols add a genuine twist to standard payline wins.
• The dove-triggered Free Games bonus has a clear, documented trigger.
• 30 paylines give reasonable coverage across the reels.
• The game has been listed at multiple established operators.

What is the Noah's Ark Slot?

Noah's Ark is a video slot from International Game Technology (IGT). It uses a 5-reel, 30-payline format and is themed around the story of Noah's Ark, with animal symbols and a ship-inspired interface. The dove and the ark are the game's two bonus icons.

The game is not a Megaways or cluster-pays title. It is a conventional payline slot where wins are formed by landing matching symbols on active lines. Its distinguishing mechanic is Split Symbols, which allow certain premium symbols to occupy a single position but count as two symbols in a winning combination. That can produce wins that look like five of a kind but pay as ten of a kind.

Noah's Ark has also been described as a clone of Cats and Majestic Sea. That is useful context: it means the maths model and feature set are closely related to those games, even though the theme and symbols are different. It is a classic-style release rather than a modern high-volatility production.

Noah's Ark Slot Machine At A Glance

The table below summarises the core attributes that are supported by the sources reviewed. Where a figure is not published in those sources, it is omitted rather than guessed.

The absence of a published RTP figure in the reviewed material is a meaningful limitation. RTP can vary between versions and jurisdictions, so the only reliable figure is the one shown in the paytable or help screen of the specific game you are playing. General RTP is a long-run theoretical average, not a prediction for any session.

Noah's Ark Slot RTP, Payout and Volatility

Noah's Ark does not have a verified RTP figure in the sources reviewed for this page. Casino City's listing does not state a return-to-player percentage, and Casino Listings does not publish one either. Rather than fill that gap with a guess, we have left it out. If you need the exact RTP, open the game's paytable or help screen at the operator you use.

What is documented is that the Free Games bonus uses a different set of reels from the base game, which is intended to give the bonus a different profile. That does not tell you what the base game returns, and the outcome of any individual bonus round remains random.

Volatility is also not stated in the reviewed sources. The game is described as a classic slot and a clone of Cats, which suggests a profile closer to a traditional IGT release than a modern extreme-volatility title, but that is an inference from the game family rather than a published volatility rating. Treat any specific volatility claim you see elsewhere with caution unless it comes from the operator or the game's own information screens.

How to Play Noah's Ark

Noah's Ark uses a conventional control layout. The steps below reflect the controls described by Casino Listings.

1. Set your lines. Use the Lines +/- buttons to choose how many of the 30 paylines you want active.
2. Set your line bet. Use the Line Bet +/- buttons to choose the stake per line, then check the currency and limits shown in your own game.
3. Check the paytable. The Paytable button opens screens with the payout scheme and bonus information. This is also where you will find the RTP for the version you are playing, if it is published.
4. Review the rules. The Game Rules button opens a window with detailed information about Noah's Ark, including the Split Symbols mechanic and the Free Games trigger.
5. Spin. Press Spin to play a single round, or use Autospin to automate a set number of spins.
6. Adjust graphics if needed. The wrench button lets you change the quality of the graphics.

Remember that the number of active paylines affects your total stake. If you reduce the lines, you reduce your total bet, but you also reduce the number of ways a spin can win. No setting changes the underlying odds of the game.

Noah's Ark Gameplay, Graphics & Sound

Noah's Ark presents the flood story in a bright, cartoon-like style. Casino Listings describes the presentation as cheerful and lighthearted, with an interface modelled after an enormous ship. The symbols include various animals that made their way onto the ark, alongside the dove and the ark itself as the two bonus icons.

The visual approach is dated compared with modern video slots. That is not necessarily a drawback if you prefer classic IGT games, but players used to high-definition animations and complex transitions may find it plain. The reels are uncluttered, and the paytable is easy to read, which suits the straightforward payline format.

Sound design is not described in detail in the reviewed sources, so we have not invented a description. In practice, classic IGT slots of this era tend to use simple reel effects and a short win jingle, but the exact audio experience depends on the version and the operator's build. The gameplay itself is conventional: land matching symbols on active lines, watch for Split Symbols to double up premium combinations, and hope for doves on the middle reels.

Noah's Ark Slot Features

Noah's Ark keeps its feature set focused. The two main features are Split Symbols and the Free Games bonus. There is no Megaways mechanic, no expanding reels system and no cluster-pays grid. The game also supports Autoplay and includes a Scatter Symbol, according to Casino City's feature list.

Split Symbols are the defining feature. Casino City describes them as two symbols in one position that enable up to 10-symbol wins. In a standard payline game, a five-of-a-kind win is the top of the ladder for a given symbol. With Split Symbols, a premium symbol can count twice, so a line that visually shows five symbols can pay as though it were ten. That is the main reason the game can produce larger line hits than its simple format might suggest.

The Free Games bonus is the other headline feature. It is triggered by dove symbols, which can appear as single or split symbols. The number of free games depends on how many doves land, and a different set of reels is used during the bonus. That reel change is intended to give the bonus a different profile from the base game, though the outcome of any individual bonus round remains random.

Bonus Features: Wilds, Multipliers, and Free Spins

Wild Symbols

Noah's Ark is wild, according to the game's own on-screen description as shown in the video review. The wild substitutes for other symbols to help complete winning paylines. It does not carry a multiplier in the reviewed material.

Split Symbols

Split Symbols are not a bonus round in themselves, but they function as a feature because they change how wins are calculated. Premium symbols can appear as split symbols, and any that land in a winning combination count for two. This is the mechanic that enables up to 10-symbol wins on a 5-reel game.

Free Games Bonus

The Free Games bonus is triggered by dove symbols on reels 2, 3 and 4. The video review states you need at least 5 doves in total for 5 free games, or 6 doves in total for 10 free games. Doves can appear as single or split symbols, which affects how many you collect. During the bonus, a different set of reels is used.

Multipliers

There is no multiplier feature described in the reviewed sources. If a multiplier exists in a particular version, it would be shown in that game's paytable or rules screen.

Other Noah's Ark Features

Beyond the headline features, Noah's Ark includes Autoplay and a Scatter Symbol, as listed by Casino City. Autoplay lets you set a number of automatic spins, which is useful if you want to watch the game without pressing Spin each time. The Scatter Symbol is the dove, which triggers the Free Games bonus when it lands on reels 2, 3 and 4.

There is no progressive jackpot attached to this game in the reviewed sources. The video review mentions a progressive option on the machine being played, but that is a casino-floor configuration rather than a feature of the base game itself. Do not assume a progressive prize is part of the online version unless the operator's paytable says so.

The game also has a graphics quality toggle, described by Casino Listings as a wrench button. That is a practical feature for players on older devices or slower connections.

Where to Play Noah's Ark

Noah's Ark has been listed at a number of established operators. Availability is not the same as suitability, and a listing does not confirm that an operator is licensed for players in Ireland. Before signing up anywhere, check the operator's licence and terms for your jurisdiction.

Availability is not the same as suitability. Casino City's list is a directory of where the game has been offered, not a recommendation, and it does not confirm that every operator is licensed for players in Ireland. Before signing up anywhere, check the operator's licence and terms for your jurisdiction. In Ireland, the Gambling Regulatory Authority of Ireland (GRAI) is the relevant regulator; our GRAI licensing guide explains the framework.

If you want to try the game without staking real money, look for a demo version at a licensed operator or a reputable free-play site. Casino Listings notes that its own free version is currently unavailable, so availability of a demo varies. Our free demo slots page lists options for trying games before you play for real.

Other Slot Games You Might Enjoy

If you like the classic IGT feel of Noah's Ark, a few other games on the site are worth a look. Cleopatra is another long-running IGT slot with a simple payline format and a free-spins bonus. Majestic Sea is the other game in that family. For a broader browse, our classic slots section covers traditional payline games, and all online slot reviews lists everything we have covered.