Howl-O-Ween

Howl‑O‑Ween Slot: Comprehensive Data Analysis

Core Game Specifications

Attribute	Value
Developer	Rival Gaming
Release Date	September 24, 2025
Theme	Halloween, werewolves, Victorian gothic
Layout	5×3 with 243 ways to win
Paylines	243 ways
Bet Range	$0.30–$30.00
Core Mechanics	Werewolf Wilds, Full Moon Fury Expanding Wild Re‑Spin, Howling Riches Hold & Win Bonus, Bonus Buy option, Four jackpots (Mini, Minor, Major, Grand)
Software provider	Rival Gaming
Platform	Unified platform

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	Lantern, Magic Book, Top Hat, Gem	Thematic items offering moderate payouts.
High Tier	Blood Moon, Werewolf	Highest paying symbols. Top hits available with full combinations.
Wild	Werewolf Wild	Acts as a substitute / feature trigger per game rules.
Scatter	Prize symbol	Triggers free spins / bonus round when enough appear.

Howl‑O‑Ween Bonus Features Mechanics

Feature	Trigger	Initial Award	Core Mechanic	Enhancement/Retrigger
Howling Riches Hold & Win Bonus	Landing six Prize symbols		Locks Prize symbols and awards respins resetting with each new symbol	Jackpots including Grand up to 10,000×
Full Moon Fury Expanding Wild Re‑Spin	Werewolf Wild lands on reel 3		Wild expands to full reel and awards a respin
Bonus Buy	Player chooses to buy		Instant entry into Hold & Win bonus

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

How many ways to win does the game have?	The game uses 243 ways to win across a 5×3 grid.
What is the maximum win potential?	The maximum win is 20,000× the stake.
What is the RTP?	The RTP is up to 96.24% depending on mode.
What volatility does the game have?	The game has high volatility.
Can I buy the bonus?	Yes. A Bonus Buy option allows instant entry into the Hold & Win bonus.
What jackpots are available?	There are four jackpots: Mini, Minor, Major, and Grand.
What does the Werewolf Wild do?	It substitutes for regular symbols and triggers an expanding wild respin when on reel 3.

Howl‑O‑Ween Performance Summary: Strengths vs. Weaknesses