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Pragmatic Play’s release Wildies is a feast for the senses, drawing players into a whimsical world of sweet treats and confectionery delights. Building on the success of sugary classics like Sweet Bonanza, Sugar Rush, and Candy Blitz, Wildies stands out with its traditional 25-payline structure and high volatility, ensuring every spin is packed with potential excitement.
Betting Options and Bonus Features
The game features a beautifully designed 5x4 grid brimming with mouth-watering symbols. From jell-o and cakes to cups of coffee and candy canes, each symbol is meticulously crafted to draw players into its sugary realm. The Wild and Scatter symbols add a splash of color and whimsy, depicted as a sandwich bar and a lollipop respectively. The backdrop of an antiquated candy shop, complete with a wooden frame around the reels, enhances the nostalgic feel, while the soothing soundtrack and crisp audio effects perfectly complement the visual feast.
Wildies is all about delivering sweet surprises and exciting gameplay. Wins are formed by landing 3 or more matching symbols on any of the 25 paylines, with the cherry cake being the top symbol, rewarding players with a delectable 30x for five of a kind. The jell-o follows closely, offering 24x for the same combination.
The Wild symbol, a luscious sandwich bar, not only completes winning combinations but also brings with it the excitement of the Wild Respins feature. Whenever a Wild lands, it triggers a respin with the Wild sticking to its position while the remaining reels spin again. The feature continues as long as new Wilds keep landing. Each new Wild increases the multiplier - 2x for the second Wild, 3x for the third, up to a maximum of 10x for the fifth. If multiple multipliers are involved in a win, their values are combined, potentially leading to some seriously sweet payouts.
The Free Spins feature is the icing on the cake. Triggered by landing 3, 4, or 5 Scatter symbols, it awards 6 free spins where Wilds become sticky and move to random positions with each spin. Additional Wilds collected during the free spins enhance the excitement, as every third Wild guarantees an extra Wild on the next spin and awards 3 additional free spins. The multipliers increase with each collected Wild, up to 10x, creating a thrilling and rewarding experience.
The game also offers a Buy Free Spins feature for 80x the current bet. This instant access to the free spins round comes with a bonus buy RTP of 96%, making it an appealing option for players looking to boost their chances of hitting big wins.
Roshstein’s Take
Wildies is a slot that truly lives up to its name, delivering wild, exciting gameplay and a visually captivating experience. Pragmatic Play has once again proven its ability to create a slot that’s not only engaging but also packed with high win potential.
The combination of Sticky Wilds, multipliers, and free spins makes every spin a thrilling adventure. As a high-stakes player, I appreciate the high volatility and the potential for massive payouts. The Wild Respins feature keeps the adrenaline pumping, while the Free Spins round offers continuous excitement with its Roaming Wilds and increasing multipliers. Wildies is a delightful addition to Pragmatic Play’s amazing lineup, and I’m excited to see how players respond to its sweet charms.
