3 Lucky Hippos

3 Lucky Hippos Slot: Comprehensive Data Analysis

Core Game Specifications

Attribute	Value
Developer	Pear Fiction Studios (Games Global)
Release Date	January 9, 2024
Theme	Animals, African savanna, Hippos
Layout	5 reels, 3–6 rows (expands via Split symbols)
Paylines	243 to 7,776 ways to win
Bet Range	0.20 to 50 (currency varies)
Core Mechanics	Expanding reels via Split symbols, LockNWin bonus rounds (Multiply, Jackpot, Supreme), Cash Collect feature, Multiplier up to 10×, Lotus symbol triggers all LockNWin features, Bonus Buy options
Developer	Pear Fiction Studios
Partner network	Games Global

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	Dice, Chips, Money Bag, Gold Bars, Safe	Thematic items offering moderate payouts.
Wild	Wild symbol	Acts as a substitute / feature trigger per game rules.

3 Lucky Hippos Bonus Features Mechanics

Feature	Trigger	Initial Award	Core Mechanic	Enhancement/Retrigger
Multiply LockNWin	Orange Hippo coin		Respins lock Cash symbols; multiplier applied to collected cash
Jackpot LockNWin	Yellow Hippo coin		Collect jackpot coins to fill and win fixed jackpots (10× to 5,000×)
Supreme LockNWin	Pink Hippo coin		Orange and Purple Cash symbols collect other cash colors for bigger payouts
Lotus Bonus Feature	Lotus symbols on top row across all reels		Activates all three LockNWin features at once
Bonus Buy	Player choice		Instantly triggers selected LockNWin combinations for a bet multiplier cost

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What is the maximum win in 3 Lucky Hippos?	The maximum win is capped at 5,000× your bet.
What is the RTP of the game?	The RTP is up to 96.0%, depending on settings.
How many ways to win are there?	The game starts with 243 ways and can expand to 7,776 via Split symbols.
What does the multiplier feature do?	Orange Hippo coins increase a multiplier up to 10×, applied to Cash Collect or Multiply LockNWin payouts.
Can I buy bonus features?	Yes, Bonus Buy options allow instant access to LockNWin features at costs between ~26× and ~82× your bet.
What are the jackpots available?	There are five fixed jackpots: Micro (10×), Mini (20×), Minor (100×), Major (500×), and Mega (5,000×).
What triggers the Lotus feature?	Collecting Lotus symbols on the top row across all reels triggers all three LockNWin features simultaneously.
What is the volatility of the slot?	The game is high to very high volatility.

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