What Is Irish Eyes Slot?
Irish Eyes by NextGen Gaming is an Irish-themed slot released in 2011 with a published RTP of 96.17% and 25 paylines. A sequel, Irish Eyes 2, was later released with slightly higher RTP. The original game is known for its Stacked Wild mechanics, free-spins round with multipliers and a simple, accessible Irish countryside theme.
NextGen Gaming is a reputable studio with a heritage of building high-RTP slots. Irish Eyes delivers solid value at 96.17% and stands as one of the more reliable Irish-themed slots in the studio's portfolio. The game's appeal is its combination of stacked wilds, multiplier free spins and approachable medium volatility.
RTP & Volatility
Irish Eyes Slot carries a published RTP of 96.17%. Medium volatility means the game balances win frequency and payout size.
RTP is a theoretical long-run figure — it does not predict outcomes in any single session. Set a budget before playing.
Key Features
Stacked Wild symbols appear on reels two, three and four — the middle three reels — giving the highest probability of covering the central reels simultaneously. When multiple middle reels show stacked wilds at the same time across a 25-payline grid, the resulting coverage can produce full-reel wild combinations.
Free spins trigger when three or more Scatter symbols land, awarding between 15 and 25 free spins depending on the number of scatters. All wins during free spins are subject to a multiplier: 3x for 15 spins, 4x for 20 spins and 5x for 25 spins. The multiplier-free-spin combination is what gives Irish Eyes its bonus ceiling.
Stacked symbols beyond the Wild also appear across the reels in the base game, following the same design principle as NextGen's Clover Rollover. Wild symbols substitute for all non-scatter symbols. No pick-and-click bonus round is present — the game focuses on stacked mechanics and multiplier free spins.
Theme & Design
A beautiful Irish countryside at dawn: rolling green hills, blue skies, four-leaf clovers, horseshoes, gold coins, harps, leprechaun hats and the game's signature smiling female character with green eyes in the title treatment. The colour palette is warm and pastoral. The Celtic folk music fits the landscape setting.
Verdict
Irish Eyes is a well-constructed NextGen Irish-themed slot with a solid 96.17% RTP, multiplier free spins up to 5x and reliable stacked wild mechanics. For Irish players who want a reputable studio's take on the classic Irish theme with confirmed RTP and multiplier bonus, it is a strong choice in the mid-RTP range.
Pros
- 96.17% RTP confirmed and published
- Multiplier free spins up to 5x
- Stacked wilds on middle three reels
- 25-payline coverage
- Very low €0.01 minimum bet
Cons
- Medium win ceiling from 25 paylines
- Design dated by 2026 standards
- Maximum bet of only €125
- Not at every Irish casino
Where to Play Irish Eyes Slot in Ireland
Irish Eyes is available at Irish casinos carrying NextGen Gaming content.
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NextGen Gaming builds all titles in HTML5. Irish Eyes Slot runs in any modern mobile browser on iOS or Android. All features function identically on mobile.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Irish Eyes has a published RTP of 96.17%. Irish Eyes 2, the sequel, may carry a slightly different RTP — check the specific version at your casino.
15 free spins carry a 3x multiplier; 20 free spins carry a 4x multiplier; 25 free spins carry a 5x multiplier. The number of free spins triggered depends on how many Scatter symbols land.
Stacked Wild symbols appear on reels two, three and four — the three central reels — maximising the probability of multi-reel wild coverage on a 25-payline grid.
Yes. The game uses HTML5 and runs in any modern mobile browser on iOS or Android.
⚠ 18+ only. Gambling can be addictive. Play responsibly.
Contact the Gambling Awareness Trust: 1800 753 753 or gamblingcare.ie. RTP is a theoretical long-run average.