An Overview of the Best Online Slots in 2022
With Christmas and New Year approaching, thoughts often turn to the year ahead and the new games it might bring. Before looking ahead to 2023, we’re revisiting several online slots that made an impression when they launched in 2022.
Among the year’s releases were Big Bass Splash from Pragmatic Play, Money Train 3 by Relax Gaming, and The Walking Dead Cash Collect from Playtech. Did any of these titles earn a place among the top 5 online slots of 2022?
Here’s our look at the slot releases we rated most highly among the games launched at online casinos during 2022.
Gonzita’s Quest (Red Tiger Gaming)
Gonzita’s Quest had a beloved predecessor to live up to. The original Gonzo’s Quest slot remains one of the most-played games of its kind. This installment puts Gonzita in the spotlight: Gonzita's Quest follows her on expeditions inspired by her husband’s, brother’s or father’s legendary journeys—the exact relationship is unclear.
Red Tiger Gaming gives the title its own identity, despite some visual similarities to the earlier game. Its main bonus is different, combining a hold-and-win feature with free spins. The high-volatility slot has 5 reels, 3 rows and 25 paylines, with an RTP of 95.66%.
Warp Wreckers Power Glyph (Quickspin)
Quickspin had a strong year, releasing new games, including this title, and winning Slot Provider of the Year at the 2022 IGA Awards.
Released early in the year, Warp Wreckers Power Glyph quickly stood out among cluster pays slots. Features include tumbling reels, free spins, wild symbols, spawning wilds and the Power-Up stack feature, among others. The game has a 5x5 reel grid, low variance and a maximum payout of 4,500x the stake. Our guide to bonus features explains these elements in more detail.
Muertos Multiplier Megaways (Pragmatic Play)
Pragmatic Play’s Muertos Multiplier Megaways was a favorite with the original review team and also attracted players worldwide. Set against a Mexican ‘Day of the Dea’ theme, this high-volatility slot uses 6 reels and the Megaways mechanic to offer up to 117,649 ways to win.
Winning symbols are replaced with new ones, potentially creating multiple wins on a single spin. During free spins, a global multiplier increases after each reel win; wild multipliers can raise it further, potentially building a large multiplier by the end of the feature. The Buy Bonus option lets players enter the feature directly for 100x the stake.
Elvis Frog Trueways (BGaming)
The original review team praised the consistency of BGaming’s releases. Elvis Frog Trueways is the third game in a series that began with the popular Elvis Frog Vegas. This 6-reel slot has an RTP of 96.79% and offers up to 262, 144 ways to win.
Bonus options include free spins with wild multipliers and a Coin Respin feature that can award a major jackpot. The original review also called out the graphics and animations, including the game’s presentation on desktop and mobile devices.
John Hunter and the Book of Tut Respin (Pragmatic Play)
The ‘John Hunter’ games have built a broad following, and Pragmatic Play added another installment in 2022. In John Hunter and the Book of Tut Respin, the treasure hunt revolves around ancient artifacts and hidden gems, with a potential top payout of 5,500x the stake.
Like many ‘Book’ slots, this game centers on a book symbol that acts as a wild or scatter, along with a free-spins round featuring a randomly selected expanding symbol. Fans of the series and ‘Book’ games may want to check it out alongside the other titles in the top 5.
Conclusion
Which of these new slot releases from 2022 stands out most to you? You may prefer another video slot that didn’t make the list. The original review ranked these five among the stronger games released that year and looked ahead to what 2023 might bring.
Evan Carrington brings more than 12 years of experience in the iGaming industry, specializing in online casino reviews, slot game analysis, and player safety assessments. Their expertise includes casino licensing, RTP, volatility, bonus terms, and withdrawal policies. Combining hands-on reviews with independent research, Evan provides clear, evidence-based coverage to help players understand gambling platforms, their features, and possible risks.
