gameplay
Bonus round
An in-slot mini-game that pays out separately from the base game, typically triggered by scatters.
Also known as: featurebonus featurebonus game
A separate scoring mode inside a slot, usually triggered by 3+ scatter symbols. Common formats:
- Free spins: N spins at a fixed bet, often with a multiplier or extra wilds.
- Pick-me: choose from hidden objects for cash rewards.
- Wheel of fortune: spin a wheel for a multiplier.
- Second-screen games: an interactive mini-game with independent RNG.
Bonus rounds concentrate a large portion of a slot’s total RTP. On a 96% RTP slot with a bonus feature, the base game might run at 92-93% RTP and the bonus at 200-500%. That is why triggering a bonus feels good — it is genuinely where the return sits.