Pragmatic Play's Candy-Coated Jelly Express Slot Puts Players in the Driver's Seat

^{Jelly Express builds on the pays-aways system mechanic from Sweet Bonanza that made it such a global hit. (Photo: Pragmatic Play)}

Pragmatic Play is inviting players back to its candy-filled dream world with the launch of Jelly Express, the highly anticipated mega release that builds on the sweet-themed success of Sweet Bonanza and Sugar Rush.

Released today, March 30, Jelly Express pulls into the station with a 96.50% RTP, high volatility, and a max win potential of 5,000x with a pays-aways system. However, it’s the player-driven bonus round that catches the eye as a new innovation in Pragmatic Play slots. 

Players will be able to choose between six bonus options, selecting a combination of free spins (up to 25) and multipliers (up to 100x), effectively choosing their own journey. A mystery free spins option is also available for those who prefer to let the game decide. 

How the Game Works

Much like Sweet Bonanza, Jelly Express has a 6x5 grid, and players need to match at least eight symbols anywhere on the board for a win. Although the symbols once again have a candy theme, there’s also a nice train crossover with a pink jelly train driver and gingerbread passengers, too. 

The tumble feature means new symbols replace winning combinations, giving players the chance to pick up multiple hits on a single spin. Three coin Scatter symbols trigger the Bonus Round, where players choose from six options. 25 Free Spins has multipliers up to 10x,  5 Free Spins has multipliers up to 100x, and four more options are in between.

Players can choose their own path in Jelly Express's bonus round, selecting from six free spins and multiplier combinations before it starts. (Photo: Pragmatic Play)

Whichever option players go for, the ultimate aim is to trigger the Super Free Spins, where wild multipliers are added to a running total, which applies to all subsequent wins featuring wilds. For players outside of the UK, a variety of Bonus Buy options are also available.

The Candy Land Series

Jelly Express joins a collection of over 20 titles in Pragmatic Play's candy and sweets universe, making it one of their most successful thematic series, alongside the Big Bass franchise.

After showcasing the game at ICE Barcelona and GAT Expo Cartagena, Pragmatic Play's Director of Public Relations, Sharon McHugh, offered her take on what makes this release stand out.

 "Jelly Express is on track to deliver an original gaming experience, putting players at the heart of the action with a colourful candy land setting, wild multipliers, special bets, and engaging bonus features," said McHugh.

From Sweet Bonanza in 2019, Sugar Rush in 2022, and Candy Blitz in 2023, the marshmallowy dream world has hit a chord with players worldwide, with even more sequels. Jelly Express is expected to be yet another big hit for Pragmatic Play.