The Wild Machine

The Wild Machine, created by Pragmatic Play, is a video slot that features a layout of five reels and five rows, which can randomly transform into a diamond-shaped arrangement of seven reels (1-3-5-7-5-3-1). This game includes 40 paylines and can be played in both its standard 5×5 format and the expanded version. Set within a quirky laboratory, the theme showcases a mad professor, an array of scientific tools, and a steampunk aesthetic.

At any point during the base game, a random spin may occur, expanding the grid and filling reels 1, 4, and 7 entirely with Wild symbols, leading to an increase in wild activity. Additionally, scatter symbols are significant; landing three on reels 2, 3, and 4 triggers the Wonder Wheel feature. This feature consists of a prize wheel with 30 segments, offering players the chance to win instant cash prizes or activate the Free Spins mode.

When free spins are obtained via the Wonder Wheel, players must select between two Free Spins modes: Gold Foundry or Diamond Forge. Gold Foundry grants eight free spins on the original 5×5 grid, with the possibility of two to five reels being completely filled with stacked Wilds on each spin. Conversely, Diamond Forge provides five free spins on the expanded 1-3-5-7-5-3-1 grid, ensuring that Wilds appear on reels 1, 4, and 7, while all new Wild symbols remain sticky for the duration of the feature.

Players cannot purchase bonuses, meaning access to the Free Spins or wheel feature is only available through regular gameplay. The combination of high volatility, unexpected changes to the grid, and the option between two free spins modes makes The Wild Machine a thrilling and diverse gaming experience.

You can play it for real money.