Thundering Blaze

Thundering Blaze Slot: Comprehensive Data Analysis

Core Game Specifications

Attribute	Value
Developer	Lightning Box Games (Light & Wonder)
Release Date	July 23, 2024
Theme	Fire, Fruit, Classic 7s
Layout	5×3
Paylines	40
Bet Range	0.48–60
Core Mechanics	Wild symbols with multipliers, Respin feature triggered by lightning bolts, Upgraded Respin with dual grid, Bonus Buy option, Four jackpots (mini, minor, major, grand)
Technology	HTML5
Exclusive partner	BetMGM (US)

Mathematical & Payout Model

Symbols & Paytable Hierarchy

Tier	Symbol(s)	Function & Value
Low Tier	J, Q, K, A	Provides small, frequent wins to maintain gameplay.
Mid Tier	Cherries, Grapes, Orange	Thematic items offering moderate payouts.
High Tier	Bell, Watermelon, Wild 7	Highest paying symbols. Top hits available with full combinations.
Wild	Wild 7, Wild 77, Wild 777	Acts as a substitute / feature trigger per game rules.
Scatter	Lightning Bolt	Triggers free spins / bonus round when enough appear.

Thundering Blaze Bonus Features Mechanics

Feature	Trigger	Initial Award	Core Mechanic	Enhancement/Retrigger
Respin	6–13 lightning bolts	3 respins	Collect lightning bolts on active reels; resets respins when collected	Colossal lightning bolts split into multiple bolts
Upgraded Respin	Thunder cloud meter filled	Dual‑grid respins	Two 5×3 grids play simultaneously	Doubles chance to collect lightning bolts
Bonus Buy	Player selects option	Instant respin or upgraded respin	Pay fixed multiple of bet to trigger feature
Jackpots	Lightning bolt lands during respins		Mini and minor fixed; major and grand progressive	Progressive jackpots seeded and re‑seeded automatically

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What is the RTP of Thundering Blaze?	The RTP is 95.13%.
What is the maximum win multiplier?	The maximum win is 1370× your wager.
Can I buy bonus features?	Yes. You can buy respins for 41.66× bet or upgraded respins for 83.33× bet.
What jackpots are available?	There are four jackpots: mini and minor fixed, and major and grand progressive.
How do upgraded respins work?	Filling the thunder cloud triggers upgraded respins with two simultaneous grids.

Thundering Blaze Performance Summary: Strengths vs. Weaknesses