The Border

The Border Slot: Comprehensive Data Analysis

Core Game Specifications

Attribute	Value
Developer	Nolimit City
Release Date	13 September 2022
Theme	Immigration/US‑Mexico border, Crime, Adventure
Layout	6×6 grid with Cluster Pays
Paylines	Cluster Pays
Bet Range	0.20 to 100 (currency varies)
Core Mechanics	Cluster Pays, Cascading wins (Collapse), xWays, xSplit, xNudge Cluster Wild, xBomb Wild, xCluster multiplier, Boosted xRIP, Mule Spins free spins, Coyote Spins free spins, Bonus Buy (Nolimit Bonus)
Technology	HTML5 / JS
Platform compatibility	Mobile, tablet, desktop

Mathematical & Payout Model

Symbols & Paytable Hierarchy

Tier	Symbol(s)	Function & Value
Low Tier	scorpions, snakes, vultures	Provides small, frequent wins to maintain gameplay.
Mid Tier	cartel members	Thematic items offering moderate payouts.
High Tier	Border Patrol Agent, Drug Lord	Highest paying symbols. Top hits available with full combinations.
Wild	xNudge Cluster Wild, xBomb Wild	Acts as a substitute / feature trigger per game rules.
Scatter	Dollar Sign Scatter	Triggers free spins / bonus round when enough appear.

The Border Bonus Features Mechanics

Feature	Trigger	Initial Award	Core Mechanic	Enhancement/Retrigger
Mule Spins free spins	6 scatters	10 free spins	xWays infect cluster symbols, cascades, xMechanics active	Boosted multipliers
Coyote Spins free spins	7+ scatters	12 free spins plus 2 per extra scatter	xCluster multiplier increases per cluster, multipliers do not reset	Highest win potential
Boosted xRIP	Optional extra 50% bet		Guaranteed scatter on first column	Increases free spins trigger rate and max win probability
Nolimit Bonus (Bonus Buy)	Player choice		Buy into Mule or Coyote Spins or Lucky Draw	Immediate access to free spins modes

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What is the maximum win in The Border?	The maximum win is 44,288× the bet.
What is the RTP of The Border?	The default RTP is 96.17%, with alternate versions at 94.07% or 92.15%.
How do I trigger free spins?	Landing 6 scatters triggers Mule Spins; 7 or more triggers Coyote Spins.
What are the special x‑mechanics?	They include xWays, xSplit, xNudge Cluster Wild, xBomb Wild, and xCluster multiplier.
Can I buy the bonus features?	Yes. You can buy Mule Spins, Coyote Spins, or a Lucky Draw via the Nolimit Bonus.

The Border Performance Summary: Strengths vs. Weaknesses