Dancing Drums Review
Dancing Drums is a slot from Light & Wonder. It uses 5 reels, 3 rows and 243 ways. Light & Wonder lists an RTP of 96%.
Dancing Drums Features
About the game
Dancing Drums comes from Light & Wonder. On 5 November 2026 it was number 114 on the Slots Launch list of the most played demos.
Slots Launch tags it with the theme Asian.
Related titles in the catalogue: Dancing Drums Link, Dancing Drums Explosion and Dancing Drums Dragon.
How it plays
Dancing Drums is Light & Wonder's online version of its Chinese-themed casino machine, released online on 26 March 2018. It uses 5 reels of 3 rows with 243 ways to win, so matching symbols pay on adjacent reels from left to right without fixed lines.
Light & Wonder lists three features: a pick feature, free games and a jackpot bonus. Bets run from 0.18 to 100, and the RTP is 96%. The rules of each feature are in the game's paytable.
RTP, volatility and max win
The studio lists an RTP of 96%. Casinos can pick a lower RTP setting where the studio offers one; the game's info screen shows the version you're playing. Source: Light & Wonder: Dancing Drums.
Playing the demo
The demo on this page runs with play money through Slots Launch. Open the paytable or info screen inside the game to see the symbol values and bonus rules for the version you are playing.
Dancing Drums Pros and Cons
Strengths
- 243 ways
- RTP of 96%
- Jackpot bonus
Limitations
- The studio's page names the features but doesn't explain them
Our Verdict
A land-based favourite brought online: simple 243-ways reels with a jackpot pick on top.
Dancing Drums FAQs
Who makes Dancing Drums?
Light & Wonder.
What is the RTP of Dancing Drums?
96%.
How many reels does it have?
5.
Can I play Dancing Drums for free?
Yes, the demo on this page uses play money.
