In essence, Lock and Roll plays much like a three-card game of video poker would, while retaining the traditional slot machine stylings and payout system. Rather than simply pressing a button or pulling a lever, before watching the reels determine the outcome, Lock and Roll offers players a decision point much like video poker.Īfter assessing the reels’ alignment from the first spin, players can select one, two, or all three reel symbols and “lock” them in place, before “rolling” the remaining reels and trying to line up winning combinations. Technically classified as a three reel, single pay line slot, Lock, and Roll boasted a truly innovative design scheme when it was released. IGT was acquired by rival Gtech in 2015, and the newly formed casino gaming conglomerate has elected to maintain the IGT name and branding.
The original trademark application for a video poker slot machine game concept known as Lock and Roll was filed in February of 1997 by major casino game manufacturer International Game Technology (IGT).
