Most modern slots are built from a set of standard features. Understanding these elements helps you get to grips with any new game faster.
Wilds
A wild substitutes for regular symbols to complete combinations. There are expanding wilds (fill a reel), sticky wilds (stay put for several spins) and multiplier wilds.
Scatters and free spins
A scatter triggers the bonus regardless of position on the reels — usually with three or more symbols. Free spins can come with extra conditions: sticky symbols, growing multipliers or extra spins.
Multipliers
Multipliers boost a payout by a set factor. They can be fixed, growing with every cascade (DoubleMax) or random within a round.
Jackpots
Fixed jackpots pay a set amount; progressive jackpots grow with player bets until they hit. Some slots combine several jackpot levels in one game.