Atomic Slot Lab has scheduled the release of its latest video slot in its catalogue, Golden Gills, with gameplay set to begin on February 26. The fishing-themed title places players in a 5x3 format and introduces several mechanics built around multiplier wilds, retriggerable free games and a respin system linked to jackpot prizes.
The studio describes the launch as follows: “We are pleased to announce an exciting slot release this week.” It adds that “Atomic Slot Lab presents Golden Gills, an immersive 5x3 fishing-themed slot featuring randomly added multiplier wilds, fully retriggerable free games with spin win multipliers, and a magnetic chainable respins feature. Lucky angling action begins on February 26.”
Fishing Theme With Multiplier Mechanics
Golden Gills runs on 20 paylines and carries a return to player of 94.02% with medium volatility. The design draws players into a fishing setting where different reel symbols activate distinct features.
Gold bobber symbols serve a dual purpose. They substitute for other icons as wilds and may appear at random on the inner reels during the base game. Single or double gold bobbers can land, and each version influences potential multipliers. A double gold bobber functions as a 2x wild multiplier. If two double gold bobbers appear, the multiplier increases to 4x, while three double gold bobbers raise it to 8x.
The game introduces two primary bonus paths, described by the developer as separate angling spots. According to the release: “Step into the boots of a seasoned fisherman and try your luck in two prime angling spots, one with lucrative multiplier-powered free games and the other with repeatable jackpot-enriched respins.” The announcement continues: “Grab your tackle box and let’s go hit those spots!”
Respins And Jackpot Progression
The respin feature activates when six or more red and/or gold bobbers appear. Double bobber symbols count as two toward triggering the feature. During respins, all bobbers display prize values of up to 80x the bet or one of three fixed jackpots: Mini, Minor or Major. Certain symbols may also carry a fish coin.
If players collect three fish coins within the respins phase, the game awards another round of respins and carries over any previously landed gold bobbers. Filling the entire grid with bobbers unlocks the Grand jackpot.
Free Games And Bonus Purchase Option
Three, four or five bonus symbols award 8, 15 or 25 free games respectively. The free games round is fully retriggerable. While the feature runs, each spin applies a random multiplier of up to 75x to total winnings for that spin.
Players also have access to a buy bonus function. For 100 times the current bet, they can enter the free games feature directly. Upon purchase, the game provides a free spin that guarantees three, four or five bonus symbols to initiate the round.
The developer concludes the announcement with a promotional note: “So, are the fish biting today? You bet they are!”
Source:
“OUT THIS WEEK: New slot release by Atomic Slot Lab”, Press Release, February 25, 2026
