Laughing Buddha

Laughing Buddha Slot: Comprehensive Data Analysis

Core Game Specifications

Attribute	Value
Developer	Habanero
Release Date	30 August 2022
Theme	Asian, Good Fortune, Joy
Layout	5×3
Paylines	28
Bet Range	0.28–1,400
Core Mechanics	Multiplier wilds (2× or 3×), Expanding symbols during free spins, Retriggerable free spins, Bonus buy feature, Jackpot Race progressive jackpot
Technology	HTML5, optimized for mobile (iOS and Android)
Platform Features	Autoplay, turbo spin, mobile compatibility

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	Jade Mirror, Sycee, Dragon	Thematic items offering moderate payouts.
High Tier	Laughing Buddha	Highest paying symbols. Top hits available with full combinations.
Wild	Pearl wild (2× or 3× multiplier)	Acts as a substitute / feature trigger per game rules.
Scatter	Golden Urn	Triggers free spins / bonus round when enough appear.

Laughing Buddha Bonus Features Mechanics

Feature	Trigger	Initial Award	Core Mechanic	Enhancement/Retrigger
Multiplier Wilds	Pearl wild appears in winning combination		Wild substitutes and applies 2× or 3× multiplier (highest applies)
Free Spins with Expanding Symbols	Three Golden Urn scatters	8 free spins	One revealed symbol expands to fill reels during free spins	Retriggers possible
Bonus Buy	Player chooses to buy feature		Instant access to free spins for fixed cost (~650× line wager)
Jackpot Race	Ongoing during base game		Progressive jackpot pooled from bets

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What is the RTP of Laughing Buddha?	The RTP is 96.64% in the base game.
How many paylines does the game have?	The game has 28 fixed paylines.
What is the maximum win multiplier?	The maximum win is 56,043× your stake.
How do multiplier wilds work?	Pearl wilds substitute for regular symbols and apply a 2× or 3× multiplier to wins.
How are free spins triggered?	Landing three Golden Urn scatters triggers 8 free spins with expanding symbols and retriggers.
Can I buy the free spins feature?	Yes. You can purchase free spins directly for a fixed cost.
What is the Jackpot Race?	It is a progressive jackpot feature funded by a portion of bets.

Laughing Buddha Performance Summary: Strengths vs. Weaknesses