Introduction
Developed by Pragmatic Play, Bison Spirit is an online casino slot machine that takes players on a thrilling adventure through the open plains of North America. This 6-reel, 4-row game boasts stunning visuals and engaging gameplay features, making it an attractive option for both beginners and seasoned gamblers.
Theme
The theme of this game revolves around the majestic bison, an iconic symbol of the American wilderness. The reels are set against a breathtaking backdrop of rolling hills, towering trees, Bison Spirit and endless skies. As players embark on their journey, they will encounter various wildlife friends, including eagles, wolves, bears, and more.
Design
The design of Bison Spirit is both vibrant and immersive. Each symbol has been intricately crafted to capture the essence of the wild west. The 6 reels are divided into two rows each, creating an unusual but visually appealing layout. When a win occurs, the winning symbols will freeze in place while others continue spinning until no more wins can be achieved.
Symbols
The game’s paytable is comprised of various high and low-paying symbols:
- High-payout symbols: Bison (5x for 6+), Eagle (2.5x-1x), Wolf (2x-0.25x)
- Low-payout symbols: Numbers A, K, Q, J
Payouts
Bison Spirit offers a moderate to high variance experience with a wide range of payouts:
- Payout Multiplier:
- 6+ Bison
- Eagle
- Wolf
- Number Symbol (A, K, Q, J)
- Maximum Payout: 2500x total bet
Wilds
In this game, the bison icon serves as both a wild and a scatter. When it appears on reel 1 or 2 in combination with three other symbols of any value from reels 3 to 6, it will trigger an instant payout.
Scatters
The bison symbol also functions as a scatter when appearing four times anywhere across the reels. It rewards players with a free spins feature:
- Free Spins Feature: up to 25+ free spins
Bonus Features
In addition to the above-mentioned features, Bison Spirit offers two more bonus rounds for increased entertainment and potential winnings:
- Great Bear’s Strength Bonus : this is activated when three or four Great Bears (bonus symbols) appear anywhere on reels. This feature awards an instant payout of up to 2500x total bet
- Golden Eagle Bonus : triggered by three Golden Eagles, players are awarded with 10 free spins and a multipliers bonus
Free Spins
When the bison icon lands four times in any position across the reels, it will trigger an unlimited number of free spins. In these rounds:
- Winnings do not reset
- All wins have been paid in full before applying winnings from new combinations
RTP and Volatility
The game has a high RTP (Return to Player) rate of 96.5% which suggests that, over time, players can expect to win more often than they lose.
Bison Spirit is classified as a High-Volatility slot due to:
- Higher number of spins required for large wins
- Random occurrences and rewards
Betting Range
To cater to diverse player preferences, the game’s betting range spans from 0.20 credits (minimum) to 100 credits per spin.
Max Win
The maximum win in Bison Spirit is capped at a staggering 1 million units of currency or 2500x total bet.