Spark of Genius

In "Spark of Genius" by Play'n GO, players engage with a video slot that features a 6×6 grid and employs the Cluster Pays mechanism, where clusters of four or more symbols form closed circuits to generate wins. The game is set in a historical-steampunk backdrop from the early 20th century, showcasing the competition between inventors Maynard Woodrow (Manifest Energy) and Tess Jačova (Resonant Energy) as they vie for supremacy in the electric future.

As winning circuits are formed, the Energy Charger meter at the top of the screen fills. There are two distinct energy tracks: Manifest Energy for Woodrow and Resonant Energy for Tess, each comprising three levels that unlock various bonus features upon collecting enough circuits. The features for Manifest Energy include Relay after 15 circuits, Overload after 25, and Empire Energy Spin after 35 circuits.

On the other hand, Tess Jačova's track provides features like Gyrota, which rotates between 3 to 7 symbols, Dynamo, which introduces 2 to 6 special circuit symbols with four connections, and culminates in the Free Energy Spin. During this spin, a multiplier increases with each successive win. The Empire Energy Spin introduces a 2×2 Transformer symbol at the center of the grid, functioning as four connected circuits; any closed circuit linked to it enhances the multiplier.

Moreover, non-winning cascades during the bonus spin can activate the lower levels of the energy tracks, increasing the potential for additional gameplay. Bonuses cannot be purchased; access to the Free Energy Spin and Empire Energy Spin is only available by filling the Energy Charger through regular play. All symbols depict circuits with varying connections, and there are no separate Wilds or Scatters. The combination of the electrifying visual style, the rivalry of the inventors, and the closed circuit mechanics offers a unique gaming experience.

You can play it for real money.