Grimms' Bounty: Hansel & Gretel

Overview

Grimms’ Bounty: Hansel & Gretel takes the well-known fairy-tale siblings out of the candy cottage and drops them into a high-risk slot where every spin can build extra respins or multipliers. According to PG SOFT, the game is presented on a 3-reel, 5-row layout with 126 fixed ways to win and an RTP of 96.71%. High volatility and a maximum win of x10,000 mean long dry spells are possible, but the ceiling is generous enough to keep risk-tolerant players interested.

Key Mechanics Explained

Cascade Wins

Winning symbols disappear and allow new icons to fall into the grid, giving you multiple chances to land fresh combinations from a single paid spin. Cascades interact directly with the two side meters described below.

Dual Collection Meters

• Respin Meter (left): Each low-pay symbol involved in a win is collected. Reaching preset thresholds (PG SOFT states “every 5 symbols” in the base game) adds stored respins that fire when a non-winning tumble appears.
• Multiplier Meter (right): High-pay symbols are gathered here. Hitting the threshold lifts the current win multiplier by +1 in the base game.

The meters reset at the start of the next purchased spin, so momentum must be built within the same paid round.

Free Spins Feature

Three or more Scatters award 8 free spins. During the bonus, the rules tighten up:

• Low-pay collection upgrades the Respin Meter every 4 symbols (instead of 5).
• High-pay collection increases the multiplier by +2 per 4 symbols collected.
• Stored respins are consumed when no winning cascade appears, helping extend streaks.

The feature starts with a x2 multiplier, so even modest line wins can snowball if the collection meters stay active.

Practical Impact for Players

High volatility paired with collection-driven gameplay creates a feast-or-famine rhythm. Expect many sessions where nothing substantial happens until both meters line up during the same spin. Bankrolls should be sized accordingly—if you prefer smaller, steadier payouts, this Grimm tale may feel too harsh.

RTP & Multiple Versions

PG SOFT discloses a single theoretical return of 96.71%. Some operators request alternate RTP sets for compliance reasons; check the in-game paytable to make sure the figure displayed by your casino matches the one advertised.

Max Win Potential

The x10,000 cap is competitive for a 126-way slot. Reaching it would require sustained multipliers inside free spins plus a full grid of premium symbols. It is statistically rare; treat it as the upper mathematical limit, not a realistic expectation.

Mobile & UX Notes

Built in HTML5/JS, the vertical 3×5 grid fills phone screens comfortably while keeping both collection meters visible. Swiping and tap-to-skip animations are responsive, although on landscape desktop monitors the narrow reel set leaves wide side areas unused—a minor aesthetic gripe rather than a functional problem.

Responsible Play Reminder

This title is intended for adult entertainment only (18+). High volatility can produce extended losing streaks; set sensible limits, take breaks, and never chase losses. If local regulations require a higher age limit, follow those rules.