Shells ‘n Swells

Shells ‘n Swells Slot: Comprehensive Data Analysis

Core Game Specifications

Attribute	Value
Developer	Genii
Release Date	24 October 2019
Theme	Beach, Seashells, Ocean
Layout	5×3
Paylines	30
Bet Range	0.01–37.50
Core Mechanics	Both‑ways wins, Wild symbol, Expanding wilds, Free spins, Pick‑a‑prize bonus, 2× multiplier in free spins
Technology	HTML5, JavaScript
Mobile compatibility	Playable on mobile and desktop

Mathematical & Payout Model

Symbols & Paytable Hierarchy

Tier	Symbol(s)	Function & Value
Low Tier	gray clam shell, brown conch shell, blue sand dollar	Provides small, frequent wins to maintain gameplay.
Mid Tier	green pomatia shell, green & white striped shell	Thematic items offering moderate payouts.
High Tier	spiky yellow shell, purple shell	Highest paying symbols. Top hits available with full combinations.
Wild	hermit crab wild	Acts as a substitute / feature trigger per game rules.
Scatter	high tide scatter, shell scatter	Triggers free spins / bonus round when enough appear.

Shells ‘n Swells Bonus Features Mechanics

Feature	Trigger	Initial Award	Core Mechanic	Enhancement/Retrigger
Free Spins with 2× Multiplier	3+ High Tide scatters	6–10 free spins	Wins during free spins are doubled	Expanding wilds may appear
Pick‑a‑Prize Bonus	3+ shell scatters (feature symbols)	1–3 picks	Choose shells to reveal prizes

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What is the RTP of the game?	The return to player rate is 95.78%.
How volatile is the slot?	The volatility is high.
How many paylines does it have?	The game has 30 fixed paylines and pays both ways for 60 win ways.
What is the maximum win multiplier?	The maximum win is 12000× the bet.
How do I trigger free spins?	Land three or more High Tide scatter symbols to trigger 6, 8 or 10 free spins with 2× multiplier.
What does the pick‑a‑prize bonus do?	Landing three or more shell scatter symbols activates a pick‑a‑prize game where you choose shells to reveal prizes.
What does the wild symbol do?	The hermit crab wild substitutes for all symbols except scatters and appears in base game; expanding wild appears in free spins.

Shells ‘n Swells Performance Summary: Strengths vs. Weaknesses