Hood vs Wolf

Fairy-tale face-off in anime style

Hood vs Wolf puts a Japanese anime spin on the classic Red Riding Hood story. Instead of simply spinning reels, PG SOFT turns the tale into a head-to-head contest where you collect symbols for either side and then settle the score in a round of rock–paper–scissors. The studio pitches it as an “interactive battle slot” aimed at mobile players who like a bit of video-game flavour mixed into their gambling sessions.

Math profile: what the disclosed numbers tell us

• RTP: 95.39 % (below the market’s 96 % average; always double-check the paytable in your jurisdiction as operators can request alternative configurations).
• Volatility: Medium – in practice that usually means hit rates feel steady enough for casual bankrolls, but the top prizes are capped compared with high-variance PG SOFT releases.
• Maximum quoted win: 4,000× your bet – respectable for story-driven slots, yet noticeably lower than the 10,000×+ ceilings found in the studio’s newer catalogue.

No official sheet lists the exact reel matrix or number of win lines. Third-party reviewers describe a 5×3 grid with 30 fixed paylines, but treat that as unverified until you see it in the information menu of the live game.

How the main features are supposed to work

1. Battle Meter

According to PG SOFT’s promotional material, special Hood and Wolf symbols add points to a tug-of-war meter at the top of the screen. The first character to reach a set threshold (18 points in the marketing copy) unlocks its corresponding bonus.

2. Mini “Janken” wins

Rock, paper and scissors symbols can appear on the middle reels. A winning hand – rock beats scissors, etc. – awards an instant payout. The size of that payout is not disclosed publicly, so keep an eye on the paytable.

3. Rock–paper–scissors pre-bonus round

• You and the opposing character play three turns of the classic hand game.
• Each win for your side is said to add five free spins.
• The losing side’s wins can also influence modifier frames or extra wilds once the free-spin session begins.

All of the above comes straight from the provider’s marketing sheet; mechanics may differ in the real-money build deployed by a specific casino.

4. Free-spin variants

There are two advertised modes:

• Wolf Feature – random single frames can convert premium Hood symbols into additional wilds.
• Hood Feature – up to five frames per spin convert Wolf-themed icons into wilds.

Because both versions use symbol conversion rather than progressive multipliers, expect moderate, more frequent payouts rather than one gigantic hit.

Mobile experience

PG SOFT builds everything in HTML5. In portrait mode the battle animations sit on top of the reels while swipe gestures handle bet adjustment. Landscape gives you a wider view but slightly shrinks the character art. Touch targets are large enough for smaller screens, and the settings menu offers quick toggles for turbo spin and left-hand play.

Verdict: a niche crowd-pleaser

If you like narrative slots and don’t mind giving up a sliver of RTP for interactive add-ons, Hood vs Wolf is worth a few test spins. The 4,000× max win keeps expectations realistic, while the medium volatility and frequent mini features provide entertainment value for casual sessions. High-risk hunters and players who insist on 96 %+ returns will probably look elsewhere.

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