What is a Multiplier Wild?
A Multiplier Wild is a placeholder symbol found in slot machines that can multiply winnings by a specific factor. It serves as a substitute for a regular symbol to complete or expand a winning line, and additionally multiplies the resulting payout by the designated value. For instance, a win with a Wild symbol that has a 3x Multiplier will trigger a payout that is triple the original amount.
How do multiplier wilds work?
Payout of winnings
If you manage to get a winning symbol combination that includes a wild symbol, the regular payout will be determined first. The paytable of a slot machine will provide you with information about the win hierarchy of all symbols. The indicated multiplier will be applied to this win value. This means that the line win will be multiplied according to the game rules. The lowest value is a 2x multiplier, which results in doubling the standard win, without any wilds involved.
Combined special functions
One of the best features of Multiplier Wilds is the fact that they combine two fantastic functions. Each feature, placeholders and multipliers, on their own already help you score great wins. But when you put them together, they unleash real power, especially for otherwise small winnings. It's not uncommon for this type of wild to be available in the base game itself, so you don't have to wait for a bonus round to enjoy the benefits of Multiplier Wilds.
Use and amount of the multiplier
Of course, the usage of a multiplier wild depends on the game. Often, you can find this feature right in the base game. In that case, the corresponding multipliers range from 2x to 3x. If the multiplier wilds are part of a bonus feature in the free spins round, the multipliers can be even higher. This makes the already exciting free spins even more thrilling and, most importantly, more lucrative.