Merry Hog

Merry Hog Slot: Comprehensive Data Analysis

Core Game Specifications

Attribute	Value
Developer	Belatra Games
Release Date	December 7, 2023
Theme	Christmas, Animals
Layout	5×4 reels, 20 paylines
Paylines	20
Bet Range	0.20–50 (currency varies by operator)
Core Mechanics	Memory‑effect reels that remember symbol positions by bet, Magic safes that open or nudge revealing symbols or Golden Hog, Free spins with accumulative multiplier and horizontal reel, Police Control freezes safes during free spins, Buy Bonus to access free spins directly
Technology	HTML5
Mobile compatibility	Playable on desktop and mobile

Mathematical & Payout Model

Symbols & Paytable Hierarchy

Tier	Symbol(s)	Function & Value
Low Tier	candy cane, cookie, Christmas tree cookie, diamond	Provides small, frequent wins to maintain gameplay.
Mid Tier	ginger cat, female pig, bulldog police officer	Thematic items offering moderate payouts.
Wild	hog wild	Acts as a substitute / feature trigger per game rules.
Scatter	bonus scatter, +1 scatter	Triggers free spins / bonus round when enough appear.

Merry Hog Bonus Features Mechanics

Feature	Trigger	Initial Award	Core Mechanic	Enhancement/Retrigger
Free Spins with Accumulative Multiplier	Three or more bonus scatters		Multiplier starts at x1 and increases by +1 each spin; multiplier symbols can add x2, x3, x5	Police Control can freeze safes; horizontal reel adds safes or multipliers
Magic Safes Open and Nudge	Magic safes appear in base or free game		Safes reveal symbols or Golden Hog and nudge down each spin	+1 scatter can nudge safes up; safes may freeze under Police Control
Buy Bonus	Player chooses to purchase		Direct access to free spins for a set cost

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Can I play Merry Hog for free?	Yes. A free demo version is available on many casino and slot information sites.
What is the RTP of Merry Hog?	The RTP is 96.08 percent.
What is the maximum win multiplier?	The maximum win is 5000x the bet.
Does Merry Hog have a progressive jackpot?	No. The game does not feature a progressive jackpot.
Can I buy the free spins feature?	Yes. The game offers a Buy Bonus option to access free spins directly.
What special symbols are in Merry Hog?	The game includes magic safes, Golden Hog, wilds, bonus scatters, +1 scatters, coin symbols and multiplier symbols.
What does Police Control do?	Police Control freezes magic safes for three spins during free games.
What are memory‑effect reels?	Reels remember symbol positions based on the current bet and restore them when the bet returns.

Merry Hog Performance Summary: Strengths vs. Weaknesses