Gladiator

Gladiator Slot: Comprehensive Data Analysis

Core Game Specifications

Attribute	Value
Developer	Playtech
Release Date	2009
Theme	Ancient Rome, Movie tie‑in
Layout	5 reels × 3 rows
Paylines	25
Bet Range	Varies by version/operator
Core Mechanics	Adjustable paylines, Wild symbol, Scatter symbol, Free spins, Bonus rounds, Multiplier, Progressive jackpot (in some versions)
Software	Playtech
Technology	HTML5

Mathematical & Payout Model

Symbols & Paytable Hierarchy

Tier	Symbol(s)	Function & Value
Low Tier	9, 10, J, Q, K, A	Provides small, frequent wins to maintain gameplay.
Mid Tier	Gracchus, Juba, Proximo	Thematic items offering moderate payouts.
High Tier	Lucilla, Commodus	Highest paying symbols. Top hits available with full combinations.
Wild	Helmet	Acts as a substitute / feature trigger per game rules.
Scatter	Coliseum	Triggers free spins / bonus round when enough appear.

Gladiator Bonus Features Mechanics

Feature	Trigger	Initial Award	Core Mechanic	Enhancement/Retrigger
Coliseum Bonus	Three or more scatter symbols		Pick stones to reveal free spins, multipliers, extra wilds, extra scatters	Extra free spins awarded when a character lands on middle reel during free spins
Gladiator Jackpot Bonus	Three wild helmet symbols on reels 2, 3, and 4		Reveal nine helmets with prizes	Progressive jackpot awarded if all nine are gold

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

How many paylines does Gladiator offer?	The game offers adjustable paylines from 1 to 25.
What is the wild symbol?	The wild symbol is the gladiator’s helmet and substitutes for all symbols except the scatter.
How do I trigger the Coliseum Bonus?	Landing three or more Coliseum scatter symbols triggers the Coliseum Bonus.
What happens in the Coliseum Bonus?	You pick stones to reveal free spins, multipliers, extra wilds, and extra scatters.
How do I access the Gladiator Jackpot Bonus?	Landing three helmet wilds on the middle reels triggers the Gladiator Jackpot Bonus.
What is the maximum win multiplier?	The highest symbol payout is 5,000× the bet for five Commodus symbols on a payline.
Is there a progressive jackpot?	Some versions include a progressive jackpot awarded via the Gladiator Jackpot Bonus.
What is the RTP of the game?	The return to player rate is 94.09%.

Gladiator Performance Summary: Strengths vs. Weaknesses