Wild Willy’s Gold Rush

Wild Willy’s Gold Rush Slot: Comprehensive Data Analysis

Core Game Specifications

Attribute	Value
Developer	Armadillo Studios
Release Date	April 25, 2023
Theme	Gold Rush, Wild West, Mining
Layout	5×3
Paylines	20
Bet Range	0.20–100 credits
Core Mechanics	Multiplier reel above the reels, Free spins triggered by scatter symbols, Whiskey‑shot collection meter, Cascading multipliers up to 20×, Golden nugget cash prizes
Technology	HTML5
Release	April 25, 2023

Mathematical & Payout Model

Symbols & Paytable Hierarchy

Tier	Symbol(s)	Function & Value
Low Tier	10, J, Q, K, A	Provides small, frequent wins to maintain gameplay.
Mid Tier	Drunk, Digger, Tycoon, Saloon Girl	Thematic items offering moderate payouts.
High Tier	Wild Willy, Golden Nugget	Highest paying symbols. Top hits available with full combinations.
Wild	Wild Willy	Acts as a substitute / feature trigger per game rules.
Scatter	Mine Cart	Triggers free spins / bonus round when enough appear.

Wild Willy’s Gold Rush Bonus Features Mechanics

Feature	Trigger	Initial Award	Core Mechanic	Enhancement/Retrigger
Multiplier Reel	Every spin		Displays a symbol that multiplies matching wins by 3× or 20×
Free Spins	3+ mine cart scatters	8, 12, or 15 free spins	Golden nuggets become cash prizes; wilds collect values and fill meter	Extra spins and multipliers awarded via whiskey‑shot collection

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

How do I trigger free spins?	Land three, four, or five mine cart scatter symbols to receive eight, twelve, or fifteen free spins.
What does the multiplier reel do?	It displays a symbol each spin; if that symbol contributes to a win, the win is multiplied by 3× or by 20× if it is a golden nugget.
How do I earn extra free spins during the bonus?	Collect Wild Willy symbols during free spins; collecting three, seven, or eleven awards five extra spins and increases the multiplier to 3×, 5×, or 20× respectively.
What are golden nuggets worth?	In the base game they pay up to 5× the bet; in free spins they act as cash prizes ranging from 2× to 25× the bet.
What is the RTP and volatility?	The game has a variable RTP with the highest version at 96.03% and features high volatility.

Wild Willy’s Gold Rush Performance Summary: Strengths vs. Weaknesses