iGaming Glossary / Bonus Round
What is Bonus Round?
A special slot feature such as free spins or a pick game. It pays on different math from the base game.
A bonus round is a special feature inside a slot that breaks away from normal spinning. Common types include free spins, pick and click games where you reveal hidden prizes, and wheel features. It is usually triggered by landing enough scatter symbols.
It matters because this is where a large share of a slot total payout is designed to come from. The bonus often runs on different maths to the base game, with extra wilds, multipliers or expanded reels that raise the win potential well above a standard spin.
Because so much value sits in the feature, slots can feel flat until it hits. That is normal for higher volatility games. Knowing this helps you set realistic expectations. 18+.
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