The Angler

The Angler Slot: Comprehensive Data Analysis

Core Game Specifications

Attribute	Value
Developer	Betsoft
Release Date	June 19, 2017
Theme	Fishing adventure, Underwater animals
Layout	5×3
Paylines	20
Bet Range	$0.02–$100
Core Mechanics	Free spins with clingy wilds, Time to Fish bonus game, Double‑up gamble feature
Developer	Betsoft
Platform	HTML5, desktop and mobile compatible

Mathematical & Payout Model

Symbols & Paytable Hierarchy

Tier	Symbol(s)	Function & Value
Low Tier	J, Q, K, A	Provides small, frequent wins to maintain gameplay.
Mid Tier	Turtle, Puffer fish, Orange fish, Shark	Thematic items offering moderate payouts.
High Tier	Otis	Highest paying symbols. Top hits available with full combinations.
Wild	Red octopus	Acts as a substitute / feature trigger per game rules.
Scatter	Oyster with pearl	Triggers free spins / bonus round when enough appear.

The Angler Bonus Features Mechanics

Feature	Trigger	Initial Award	Core Mechanic	Enhancement/Retrigger
Free Spins with Clingy Wilds	Three scatter oysters on reels 3‑5	8 free spins	Wild octopus remains sticky during free spins	Can retrigger additional free spins
Time to Fish Bonus Game	Three bonus bucket symbols on reels 1‑3	100 credits	Choose to reel or pull fish to win prizes
Double‑Up Gamble	After any win		Bet heads or tails to double winnings	Can gamble half or all winnings

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

How do I trigger free spins?	Land three oyster scatter symbols on reels three, four and five to activate free spins.
What happens during free spins?	Wild octopus symbols become sticky and remain in place for the duration of free spins.
How do I enter the bonus game?	Land three bucket bonus symbols on reels one, two and three to start the Time to Fish bonus game.
What is the double‑up feature?	After a win you can gamble half or all winnings on a coin toss to double them.
What is the maximum win?	The highest possible win is 1750× your line bet by landing five Otis symbols.

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