Year of the Dog

Year of the Dog Slot: Comprehensive Data Analysis

Core Game Specifications

Attribute	Value
Developer	Genesis Gaming
Release Date	25.01.2018
Theme	Chinese New Year
Layout	5×4
Paylines	1024
Bet Range	0.40–3.20
Core Mechanics	Free spins with player choice, Wild multipliers, Mystery choice bonus
Technology	HTML5, JS
Compatibility	Mobile and desktop

Mathematical & Payout Model

Symbols & Paytable Hierarchy

Tier	Symbol(s)	Function & Value
Low Tier	9, 10, J, Q, K, A	Provides small, frequent wins to maintain gameplay.
Mid Tier	Oranges, Lanterns, Coins, Ingot	Thematic items offering moderate payouts.
Wild	Red Chinese character	Acts as a substitute / feature trigger per game rules.
Scatter	Shih Tzu dog	Triggers free spins / bonus round when enough appear.

Year of the Dog Bonus Features Mechanics

Feature	Trigger	Initial Award	Core Mechanic	Enhancement/Retrigger
Free Spins with Choice	Three or more scatters		Player chooses free spins count and wild multiplier	Mystery choice randomizes both
Wild Multiplier	During free spins when wild appears		Wild multiplies total win	Multiple wilds multiply together

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

How many ways to win does the game have?	The game offers 1,024 ways to win.
What is the RTP of the slot?	The return to player is 97.04%.
What volatility level does the game have?	The game has high volatility.
How do I trigger the bonus feature?	Land three or more Shih Tzu scatter symbols to trigger the free spins bonus.
What choices are available in the free spins bonus?	Players choose between sets of free spins with different wild multipliers or a mystery option.
What does the wild symbol do?	The red Chinese character wild substitutes for regular symbols and applies multipliers during free spins.
Can multiple wild multipliers combine?	Yes. Multiple wild multipliers multiply together for a larger win.

Year of the Dog Performance Summary: Strengths vs. Weaknesses