# Retro-Inspired Online Slot Games The Big Wheel Slot Game Offers Special Features By Mishal Omar | Published 2017-01-04 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/big-wheel References: [onlinecasinoreports](http://www.onlinecasinoreports.com/articles/new-realistic-games-slot-available-big-wheel.php) & [innovategaming](http://www.innovategaming.com/realistic-games-big-wheel) Called Big Wheel, this [online slot game](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/slotstat) was designed by the software provider 'Realistic Games.' Big Wheel is classic in its appearance, with its visual design and play style being heavily influenced by [retro slot machines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/retrogames). The game offers a single payline for the purpose of simplicity. The game has special features that provide added benefits for players, including a [50-50 chance](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spin-the-wheel-decision-maker) of entering it if the Big Wheel symbol lands above or below the center reel line. The game also has a 'Crazy Reel Bonus' which is used randomly if players do not win on a spin. The Big Wheel game works to provide gamblers with a retro-themed game that is based entirely on luck, but that also provides higher chances of winning in the case that luck is not on the player's side. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.6/10 - Popularity: 6% | Activity: 4% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Retro-inspired Online Slot Games:** Opportunity to create more online slot games with a classic, retro aesthetic. - **Simplified Slot Game Features:** Opportunity to create more slot games with a single payline and simple gameplay. - **Random Bonus Features in Slot Games:** Opportunity to introduce more random bonus features in slot games to increase player engagement. ### Where This Applies - **Online Gambling:** Online gambling companies can develop more retro-themed slot games to attract players. - **Software Development:** Software development companies can create slot game software that offers random bonus features to increase player engagement. - **Casino and Gaming Industry:** Casino and gaming companies can integrate more retro-inspired slot games in their physical casinos to attract older players who prefer classic aesthetics. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Fortune-Telling Slot Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/esa-gaming.md) - [nostalgic slot machine designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/licensing-agreement-with-hasbro.md) - [Revamped Online Gambling Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/games-global.md) - [Sweet-Inspired Slot Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/phoenix-flames.md) - [Treasure-Hunting Slot Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wizard-games.md) - [Mobile Slot-Style Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gaming-realms.md) - [Bingo-Style Betting Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/slingo-full-house.md) - [Collaborative Slot Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bugs-money.md) - [Cocktail-Themed Slot Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/yggdrasil.md)