Prospector’s Plinko

Prospector’s Plinko Slot: Comprehensive Data Analysis

Core Game Specifications

Attribute	Value
Developer	Gaming Corps
Release Date	August 31, 2023
Theme	Mining, Gold rush
Layout	5 reels × 3 rows, 243 ways to win
Paylines	243
Bet Range	0.10–50
Core Mechanics	Plinko Bonus Game, Prospector’s Bet ante, Wild symbol, Multi‑level multipliers
Technology	HTML5
Compatibility	Desktop, mobile, tablet

Mathematical & Payout Model

Symbols & Paytable Hierarchy

Tier	Symbol(s)	Function & Value
Low Tier	10, J, Q, K, A	Provides small, frequent wins to maintain gameplay.
Mid Tier	Pickaxe, Lantern, Helmet	Thematic items offering moderate payouts.
High Tier	Prospector	Highest paying symbols. Top hits available with full combinations.
Wild	Dynamite	Acts as a substitute / feature trigger per game rules.
Scatter	Mine cart	Triggers free spins / bonus round when enough appear.

Prospector’s Plinko Bonus Features Mechanics

Feature	Trigger	Initial Award	Core Mechanic	Enhancement/Retrigger
Plinko Bonus Game	Three scatter symbols on reels 1, 3, and 5	20 golden nuggets	Nuggets drop into carts with multipliers; collecting enough advances levels	Higher levels offer higher multipliers and golden carts up to 1000×
Prospector’s Bet	Player activates ante		Doubles bet	Triples chance to trigger Plinko Bonus

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

How do I trigger the Plinko Bonus?	Land three scatter symbols on reels 1, 3, and 5 to start the bonus game.
What does the Prospector’s Bet do?	It doubles your bet and triples your chance to trigger the Plinko Bonus.
What is the RTP of the game?	The return to player rate is 96.24%.
What is the maximum win?	The maximum win is 5000× your bet.
What symbols act as wilds?	The dynamite symbol acts as the wild and substitutes for all except scatter.
How many ways to win are there?	There are 243 ways to win across the 5×3 grid.
What is the volatility level?	The game has high volatility.

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