The Wild Life

The Wild Life Slot: Comprehensive Data Analysis

Core Game Specifications

Attribute	Value
Developer	IGT
Release Date	2017-03-22
Theme	African wildlife, safari, animals
Layout	5×3
Paylines	10
Bet Range	$0.10–$200
Core Mechanics	Expanding wilds, Sticky wilds during free spins, Free spins with retriggers, Both‑ways paylines
Technology	HTML5
Compatibility	Mobile and desktop

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	Zebra, Giraffe, Rhino, Elephant	Thematic items offering moderate payouts.
High Tier	Lion	Highest paying symbols. Top hits available with full combinations.
Wild	Lion wild	Acts as a substitute / feature trigger per game rules.
Scatter	Africa map scatter	Triggers free spins / bonus round when enough appear.

The Wild Life Bonus Features Mechanics

Feature	Trigger	Initial Award	Core Mechanic	Enhancement/Retrigger
Expanding Wild	Lion wild lands on reels 2‑4 in a win		Wild expands to fill entire reel
Free Spins	3, 4, or 5 scatter symbols land	10, 15, or 20 free spins	Free spins awarded	Retrigger by scatter during free spins (+2 spins each), up to 200 total
Sticky Wilds	Expanding wild during free spins		Expanded wild remains locked for duration of free spins

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

How many paylines does the game have?	The game has ten fixed paylines that pay both ways.
What is the RTP of the game?	The RTP is ninety‑six point sixteen percent.
What is the maximum win multiplier?	The maximum win is two thousand five hundred times the bet.
Can free spins be retriggered?	Yes. Each scatter during free spins adds two extra spins up to two hundred total.
What special wild feature exists?	The lion wild expands to fill the reel and becomes sticky during free spins.

The Wild Life Performance Summary: Strengths vs. Weaknesses