Bonus symbols slots

Bonus symbols are special icons that trigger a bonus round or free spins when they land in the required pattern, often on specific reels or when a certain number appears.

The advertised RTP covers the game as a whole, including bonus features, but bonus rounds are what generate extra winnings.

It varies by game; check the paytable—common triggers are 3 or more bonus symbols on the reels or on configured positions.

Some games award cash prizes for landing bonus symbols in the base game, but many only unlock the bonus feature and pay inside the bonus round.

Yes, many slots allow retriggers during a bonus round by landing additional bonus symbols or related symbols, granting extra spins or picks.

They can increase volatility by adding more ways to win in the bonus, but overall risk depends on the entire feature set and base game.

Yes, most modern slots with bonus symbols work on desktop and mobile, and many offer free demo play.

Scatter symbols usually pay or trigger features from anywhere on the reels, while bonus symbols primarily trigger a specific bonus feature and may not pay on their own.

There is no universal limit; it depends on the game’s design and RNG, though some features have retrigger rules or caps.

Some bonus rounds offer jackpot prizes or progressive wins, but this depends on the game and is not guaranteed.