Golden Tour

Golden Tour Slot: Comprehensive Data Analysis

Core Game Specifications

Attribute	Value
Developer	Playtech
Release Date	27/09/2012
Theme	Golf, Sports
Layout	5 reels × 3 rows
Paylines	5
Bet Range	£0.01–£5 per line (total £0.05–£25)
Core Mechanics	High RTP of 97.71 %, Pays both ways, Wild symbol substitutes for two ball symbols, Scatter‑triggered bonus pick‑and‑win with multipliers
Software	Playtech
Release date	27/09/2012

Mathematical & Payout Model

Symbols & Paytable Hierarchy

Tier	Symbol(s)	Function & Value
Low Tier	golf shoes, pint of beer, flagstick	Provides small, frequent wins to maintain gameplay.
Mid Tier	golf bag, golf cart	Thematic items offering moderate payouts.
High Tier	white golf ball, orange golf ball, golden golf balls	Highest paying symbols. Top hits available with full combinations.
Wild	double golf balls	Acts as a substitute / feature trigger per game rules.
Scatter	gopher, duck, catfish	Triggers free spins / bonus round when enough appear.

Golden Tour Bonus Features Mechanics

Feature	Trigger	Initial Award	Core Mechanic	Enhancement/Retrigger
Golden Tour Bonus pick‑and‑win	3 or more identical scatter symbols on consecutive reels	Prize based on chosen clubs	Select driver, iron, putter to reveal prize	3× multiplier for 4 scatters, 10× multiplier for 5 scatters

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What is the RTP of Golden Tour?	The RTP is 97.71 %.
How many paylines does Golden Tour have?	It has 5 adjustable paylines.
What is the maximum win?	The maximum win is 2000× the stake.
How does the bonus feature work?	Landing 3 or more identical scatters on consecutive reels triggers a pick‑and‑win bonus where you choose clubs to reveal a prize.
What multipliers apply in the bonus?	A 3× multiplier applies if you entered with 4 scatters and a 10× multiplier if you entered with 5 scatters.
What does the wild symbol do?	The wild (double golf balls) substitutes for white or orange golf ball symbols and pays both ways.
What is the volatility level?	The volatility is medium.
Can paylines win both ways?	Yes. Paylines pay both left‑to‑right and right‑to‑left.

Golden Tour Performance Summary: Strengths vs. Weaknesses