
Elysium Studios, in partnership with Swintt, has released Wild Wild North, a new Norse mythology-themed slot featuring cascading reels and a cluster pays mechanic. The game is set across a 6x6 grid, where players form wins by landing clusters of five or more matching symbols. When winning clusters appear, they are removed from the reels, allowing new symbols to cascade down and create further winning opportunities.
The game's backdrop presents a frozen Nordic landscape filled with mythical elements, enhancing the theme with intricate visuals and immersive sound design. The gameplay incorporates a variety of special features and bonus rounds designed to keep players engaged and increase win potential.
Key gameplay features
At the heart of Wild Wild North is the Feature Bar, located at the top of the reels. It showcases three legendary Norse warriors—Ragnar, Freya, and Harald—each with a unique modifier that activates once their segment of the bar is filled. Winning clusters contribute to filling the corresponding sections, unlocking special abilities:
- Harald's Respin: Removes symbols in an "X" pattern and triggers a respin.
- Ragnar's Wilds: Randomly adds wild symbols to the grid.
- Freya's Transformation: Eliminates all low-value symbols, replacing them with high-value ones.
The order in which these features activate is determined randomly at the start of each spin. If multiple features are triggered in a single round, they will execute sequentially in the order they appear in the Feature Bar.
Bonus rounds and special features
In addition to the character-driven features, the game includes two main bonus rounds that can significantly boost winnings:
- Wheel Bonus: Triggered by landing three or more scatter symbols, this feature allows players to spin a prize wheel, awarding multiplier prizes or advancing to higher reward levels.
- Free Spins: Activated by landing three or more free spins symbols, this round grants players seven free spins with at least one character modifier active during each spin. Each time a character feature is used, a global multiplier increases by 1x, and additional scatter symbols can add extra spins.
The game’s bonus rounds provide opportunities for extended gameplay and larger payouts, with players able to accumulate increasing multipliers and additional features during free spins.
Game specifications and betting options
Wild Wild North offers a balance of entertainment and winning potential through its medium volatility level and engaging mechanics. The game's key specifications include:
- Reels: 6x6
- Volatility: Medium (3/5)
- Hit Rate: 17.63%
- RTP: 94%
- Minimum Bet: €0.20
- Maximum Bet: €40
- Maximum Win: 8,762.20x the stake
- Max Exposure: €350,488
The betting range allows for flexibility, accommodating both casual players and high rollers looking for larger stakes.
The game’s design stays true to its Norse mythology theme, featuring highly detailed character animations, dramatic sound effects, and an atmospheric soundtrack that enhances the overall experience. Symbols on the reels include Viking-inspired icons such as weapons, shields, and mythological beasts. The cascading effect and lighting animations further add to the dynamic nature of the gameplay.
Availability and market reach
Wild Wild North is now available across all operators that feature Swintt games, making it accessible to players in regulated markets. The game has been optimized for both desktop and mobile devices, ensuring smooth performance across various platforms.
With its unique combination of cluster pays, cascading reels, and character-driven modifiers, Wild Wild North adds to Elysium Studios' growing portfolio of feature-rich online slots.
Source:
Unleash the power of ancient warriors in Wild Wild North by Elysium Studios, swintt.com, January 2025.