Lightning Strike Megaways

Lightning Strike Megaways Slot: Comprehensive Data Analysis

Core Game Specifications

Attribute	Value
Developer	Blueprint Gaming
Release Date	February 14, 2019
Theme	Norse mythology, Viking, Fantasy
Layout	6 reels, up to 15,625 ways to win (Megaways)
Paylines	15625
Bet Range	0.10 to 50 (currency varies by operator)
Core Mechanics	Megaways mechanic, Mystery symbols, Expanding wilds with respins, Pay both ways, Mega Spins Exchange gamble feature
Engine	Megaways licensed from Big Time Gaming
Technology	HTML5, mobile compatible

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	Freja, Loki	Thematic items offering moderate payouts.
High Tier	Odin, Thor	Highest paying symbols. Top hits available with full combinations.
Wild	Thor’s Hammer	Acts as a substitute / feature trigger per game rules.

Lightning Strike Megaways Bonus Features Mechanics

Feature	Trigger	Initial Award	Core Mechanic	Enhancement/Retrigger
Lightning Strike Respins	Thor’s Hammer lands on reels 2–5		Expands to full reel, applies multiplier (up to ×3), grants respin, can repeat up to four times	Multipliers multiply across respins (up to ×81)
Mystery Symbols	Yggdrasil tree lands		Transforms into a random pay symbol to aid wins
Mega Spins Exchange	Win ≥5× stake		Gamble wheel offers cash prizes or Mega Spins	Mega Spins play on enriched reels with more wilds and mystery symbols

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

How many ways to win does the game offer?	The game offers up to 15,625 ways to win using the Megaways mechanic.
What is the RTP of the slot?	The RTP is 95.96%.
What is the maximum win multiplier?	The maximum win multiplier is 10000x the stake.
How does the Lightning Strike feature work?	Thor’s Hammer expands to full reel, applies a multiplier up to ×3, and grants a respin. This can repeat up to four times.
What are Mystery symbols?	Mystery symbols are Yggdrasil tree icons that transform into a random pay symbol to help form wins.
How do Mega Spins work?	Wins of 5× stake or more trigger a gamble wheel offering cash prizes or Mega Spins. Mega Spins play on enriched reels with more wilds and mystery symbols.
Does the slot pay both ways?	Yes, wins are paid both left to right and right to left.
What is the volatility level?	The volatility is high.

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