Icy Wilds

Icy Wilds Slot: Comprehensive Data Analysis

Core Game Specifications

Attribute	Value
Developer	IGT
Release Date	2016
Theme	Winter, Northern Lights, Arctic animals
Layout	5×4
Paylines	50
Bet Range	$0.50–$100
Core Mechanics	Stacked symbols transform into wild reels on next spin, Free spins bonus up to 45 spins retriggerable up to 250 spins, Ice Princess wild substitutes for all except scatter
Software	IGT
Technology	HTML5

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	Snowy owl, Ermine, Snow leopard	Thematic items offering moderate payouts.
High Tier	Crown, Ring, Heart locket, Ice Princess	Highest paying symbols. Top hits available with full combinations.
Wild	Ice Princess	Acts as a substitute / feature trigger per game rules.
Scatter	Polar bear	Triggers free spins / bonus round when enough appear.

Icy Wilds Bonus Features Mechanics

Feature	Trigger	Initial Award	Core Mechanic	Enhancement/Retrigger
Stacked Wild Reels	Full stack of high‑value symbol on a reel		That reel becomes wild on next spin	More wilds appear during free spins
Free Spins Bonus	Three or more polar bear scatters on different reels	10–45 free spins	Free spins play at same bet with richer wilds	Retriggerable up to 250 free spins

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

How many paylines does Icy Wilds have?	Icy Wilds has 50 fixed paylines.
What is the RTP of Icy Wilds?	The RTP is 94.15%.
What is the maximum win multiplier?	The maximum win is 10000x your stake.
How do stacked wilds work?	A full stack of a high‑value symbol transforms that reel into a wild on the next spin.
How many free spins can you win?	You can win 10 to 45 free spins and retrigger up to 250 free spins.
What symbol triggers free spins?	The polar bear scatter triggers the free spins bonus.
Does the Ice Princess act as a wild?	Yes. The Ice Princess substitutes for all symbols except the scatter.
Can free spins be retriggered?	Yes. Free spins can be retriggered up to a total of 250 spins.

Icy Wilds Performance Summary: Strengths vs. Weaknesses