Wanted Dead or a Wild ist Hacksaw Gamings kommerzieller Durchbruch — ein Western-Slot auf einem 5×4-Grid, veröffentlicht am 28. Februar 2023. Das Herzstück: Wild-Symbole tragen Multiplikatoren von 1× bis 100×, die sich bei mehreren Wilds auf einer Gewinnlinie multiplizieren (nicht addieren). Zwei 10×-Wilds auf derselben Linie ergeben 100× — nicht 20×. Diese Mechanik treibt den 12.500×-Maximalgewinn. Im Zug-Überfall-Freispiel-Bonus werden Wild-Multiplikatoren progressiv größer. Wir haben 6.400 Spins dokumentiert: Die sehr hohe Volatilität bedeutet lange Durststrecken — aber wenn die Wilds stapeln, ist die Action explosiv. Achtung: Operator-RTP kann unter 89% fallen — immer Spiel-Info prüfen.
- 5×4-Grid mit Standard-Gewinnlinien — klassische Slot-Mechanik
- Wild-Multiplikatoren (1×–100×) — multiplizieren sich bei Kombination
- Sheriff's Badge Scatter — löst Zug-Überfall-Freispiele aus
- Freispiel-Bonus mit eskalierenden Wild-Multiplikatoren
- Bonus Buy verfügbar (regulatorisch eingeschränkt)
Wanted Dead or a Wild — What Is This Slot?
Wanted Dead or a Wild is a high-volatility Western-themed slot from Hacksaw Gaming, released on February 28, 2023. Built on a 5×4 grid with standard paylines, it departs from Hacksaw's cluster-pays experiments and delivers a more traditional reel structure — but with a twist that redefined what multiplier wilds can do.
The signature mechanic: Wild symbols carry individual multipliers from 1× to 100×. When multiple Wilds land on the same winning payline, their multipliers multiply each other — not add. Two 10× Wilds on the same line pay 100×, not 20×. Stack three mid-range Wilds and the math becomes explosive, which is what drives the 12,500× maximum win.
The Zug-Überfall (Train Robbery) Free Spins bonus, triggered by Sheriff's Badge Scatters, is where Wild Multipliers escalate progressively. Default RTP: 96.38%. One of Hacksaw Gaming's best-selling titles globally — ranking consistently in the top 5 most-played Hacksaw slots since launch.
How to Play Wanted Dead or a Wild
- Set your bet between €0.20 and €100 using the bet controls, then spin the 5×4 reel set.
- Form winning combinations on active paylines using standard left-to-right payline logic — at least 3 matching symbols starting from reel 1.
- Wild symbols substitute for all paying symbols and carry a multiplier value (1×–100×) displayed directly on the Wild.
- When a Wild contributes to a win, its multiplier applies to that win's payout. If multiple Wilds contribute to the same line win, their multipliers multiply together — two 5× Wilds on one line pay 25×, not 10×.
- Sheriff's Badge Scatter symbols (3 or more) trigger the Train Robbery Free Spins bonus. More Scatters = more initial free spins.
- Bonus Buy (where available): Purchase direct access to the Free Spins feature without waiting for organic scatter hits.
Bonus Features
Paytable at a Glance
Multiplier of stake per winning combination. Wilds multiply these values further via the multiplier mechanic.
| Symbol | 3 of a Kind | 4 of a Kind | 5 of a Kind |
|---|---|---|---|
| Revolver (top premium) | 1× | 5× | 25× |
| Wanted Poster / Whiskey | 0.6× | 2× | 10× |
| Hat / Boot | 0.4× | 1× | 5× |
| A / K Royals | 0.3× | 0.8× | 3× |
| Q / J / 10 Royals | 0.2× | 0.5× | 2× |
Specials: Sheriff's Badge (Scatter, triggers Free Spins) · Wild (substitutes + carries 1×–100× multiplier). Base pays above are multiplied by active Wild multipliers on winning paylines.
Train Robbery Free Spins — How the Bonus Works
The Train Robbery bonus is triggered by landing 3, 4, or 5 Sheriff's Badge Scatters anywhere on the reels. More Scatters at trigger award more starting spins:
| Scatters at Trigger | Starting Free Spins | Retrigger Spins |
|---|---|---|
| 3 Scatters | 8 Free Spins | +3 FS |
| 4 Scatters | 12 Free Spins | +4 FS |
| 5 Scatters | 15 Free Spins | +5 FS |
During Free Spins, Wild Multipliers can appear at higher values than in the base game. The compounding multiplication of multiple Wilds on the same payline is the primary route to the 12,500× maximum win. A single spin with three 100× Wilds contributing to a premium symbol combination is theoretically capable of approaching the max win cap.
RTP and Variance
Default RTP: 96.38% — above average for the slot category. Variance: Very High. Long base-game droughts are common — this slot is designed for big, infrequent swings driven by Wild Multiplier stacking.
| RTP Configuration | Value |
|---|---|
| Default (base game) | 96.38% |
| Bonus Buy (available tiers) | ~96.0%–96.4% |
| Operator minimum (low-RTP config) | ~88.41% |
Very high variance means extended base-game sessions can run 80–100+ spins without meaningful wins. The math is designed around the Free Spins bonus, where Wild Multiplier compounding creates the outsized payouts. This is not a grind-friendly slot — it rewards patience and larger session bankrolls.
Our Verdict
Pros
- Wild Multiplier compounding — genuinely unique mechanic
- 12,500× max win with meaningful path to get there
- Proven commercial hit — widely available across top casinos
- Strong Western theme with clear visual identity
- Free Spins with escalating Wild Multiplier values
- 96.38% default RTP — above category average
Cons
- Very high volatility — not suitable for small bankrolls
- Operator RTP can drop well below 90% — always check
- Bonus Buy not available in DE, UK, or restricted markets
- Base game can feel slow between big hits