Our favourite intrepid conquistador is back, and he needs you! Gonzo is embarking on another expedition in search of the long-lost treasures of the Inca. Join him in NetEnt’s Gonzo’s Gold™ slot and see what you can do to help Gonzo get the reels spinning. This brand-new game premiered on 14 October of 2021, featuring a Free Spins bonus, Cluster Pays™, special Expanding symbols and an RTP of 93.07%.
Join us as we take a closer look at this slot and its bonus features — we’ll tell you how you can get your hands on some free spins and what you need to do when the bonus game rolls around!
ABOUT THE GONZO'S GOLD™ SLOT
Gonzo’s Gold™ developer is none other than NetEnt, the company behind timeless hits like Starburst™, Twin Spin™ and the original Gonzo’s Quest™. Gonzo picks up where we left him — on the reels of Red Tiger’s Gonzo’s Quest™ Megaways™ — and embarks on another spectacular adventure across uncharted lands in search of bonus spins and a max. win of 6,500x.
The relentless conquistador will stop at nothing to find the way to the treasures of an ancient empire; he’s bringing along plenty of bonus features and an all-new layout to help himself on this epic quest. Unlike previous games in Gonzo’s adventure, Gonzo’s Gold™ is a 5x5 Cluster Pays™ slot that features cluster wins instead of paylines. All you have to do is land identical symbols that are horizontally or vertically adjacent!
It’s uncharacteristic of the franchise and somewhat risky of NetEnt, but the game developer has seen previous success with Aloha! Cluster Pays™ and made sure to include a handful of other features that will make Gonzo’s Gold™ just as memorable.
GAMEPLAY & GAME RULES
Unlike the original Gonzo’s Quest™, there are no paylines or Avalanche reels in this game, but the core gameplay is simple: if four low-paying symbols or three high-paying symbols land in a cluster, you win a payout. The symbols must be identical and adjacent to one another vertically or horizontally.
WAGER
The minimum wager in the Gonzo’s Gold™ slot is €0.10 (or currency equivalent), and the max. win is capped at 6,500x the wager. There is no button to set the max. bet, but players can adjust their wager manually.
Wins are formed when matching symbols land in clusters, touching vertically or horizontally on the reels. Players can also get their hands on a few bonus spins through the game's Free Spins round.
SYMBOLS
There are 10 symbols in the game, including the temple Scatter. From the lowest-paying symbol to the highest, they are as follows: 10, J, Q, K, A, green, blue and purple Inca sculptures and Gonzo himself as the game’s highest-value symbol. The lower-value symbols — 10, J, Q, K and A — need four matching symbols to form a winning combo, while higher-paying sculptures and Gonzo need three of the same symbol to form a win.
SCATTER SYMBOL
The Scatter symbol can appear anywhere on the reels in the base game and during the Gonzo’s Gold™ Free Spins feature. Scatter symbols appearing on the reels is a good sign — this special symbol will not only be what you need to get some free spins and a bonus payout, but it will also substitute for all other symbols like a Wild.
Scatter symbols substituting for Expanding symbols (more on that later) are excluded from the additional cluster win in the bonus game. The highest possible winning combo will be paid if a Scatter substitutes for other symbols.
SPECIAL FEATURES
Aside from a chance to grab some free spins, Gonzo’s Gold™ offers players a shot at boosting their wins through other special features.
Any time three or more Scatters land, players will get to enjoy a special win on top of the free spins. Landing three Scatter symbols will award a win of 2x the wager, four symbols will bump that up to 20x, and all five Scatters on the reels mean that you get to walk away with a whopping 200x the bet. Note that this is not a win multiplier but simply an extra payout — don’t expect to see your winnings from bonus spins multiplied!
Additionally, when the free spins start rolling, players can pick one of the mystery tiles to reveal a special Expanding symbol that can boost cash funds won through the bonus round even more.
GONZO’S GOLD™ FREE SPINS FEATURE
Let’s take a closer look at the bonus round in Gonzo’s Gold™ and everything you need to know about the free spins within it. Before you play, we recommend taking a look at the game’s rules, found by clicking on the ‘i’ button in the base game. The rules detail everything you need to know, including the paytable.
GONZO’S GOLD™ FREE SPINS BONUS
The Free Spins bonus is triggered by landing three or more Scatter symbols in the base game, awarding 10 free spins and a bonus win of 2x, 20x or 200x the wager, depending on the number of Scatters landing on the same spin. The number of free spins doesn’t change; whether you land three, four or five Scatters, you’ll get 10 free spins.
The Free Spins feature can be retriggered! If you land another three or more Scatters, you’ll enjoy 10 more free spins and another bonus payout of up to 200x your bet.
GOLDEN SYMBOL EXPANSION
Before the Free Spins round begins, the player must choose one of nine mystery symbols in a quick pick-and-click game. The chosen symbol will act as the Golden Expanding symbol during the bonus feature. Whenever two or more adjacent Expanding symbols land, they expand to cover an entire row or reel.
After the symbols expand, an additional cluster win is awarded for the Expanded symbols. This payout is awarded on top of the win from the original free spin, and all Expanded symbols will be considered adjacent, regardless of their position on the reels. Symbols that become adjacent as a result of the expansion will not expand further.
The Scatter symbol doesn’t count as a Golden Expanding symbol; Scatters that substitute for Expanding symbols won’t expand and won’t cause adjacent Golden symbols to expand.
GONZO'S GOLD™ FREE PLAY (DEMO)
You can play the Gonzo’s Gold™ online slot for free through the demo mode available at EnergyCasino.
Playing video slots and other casino games for free is an excellent way to get to know the game and its bonus features, which can help you figure out gameplay mechanics and see whether you like the theme and bonuses.
You won’t have to place a minimum deposit or dip into your cash funds — the demos are played with a virtual bankroll. Winnings obtained in the demo, including wins obtained through the Free Spins feature, are also virtual. Still, it’s a great way to familiarise yourself with the gameplay before committing to real wagers.
To play for free, all you need to do is locate the game at our Casino, hover over the thumbnail and click on the ‘DEMO’ button. Depending on your jurisdiction, you may be asked to register and complete the verification process to access the demos. In cases where verification is not necessary, you may be able to play as a visitor.
OUR THOUGHTS
Unlike previous Gonzo slots, Gonzo’s Gold™ doesn’t bring anything extraordinary to the table. The soundtrack perfectly complements the setting, the theme and features deliver, and NetEnt’s production quality speaks for itself — but that’s where the story ends.
In a sea of hot releases that break the mould, avid fans of the series expect something more than just the next iteration of the recycled Gonzo IP. In a way, it feels like Gonzo’s Gold™ is a step back from the original Gonzo’s Quest™ slot, where players got to enjoy explosive chain wins and stacking multipliers through the Avalanche feature.
The good news is that Gonzo’s Gold™ offers plenty of chances to enjoy big wins through the Free Spins feature, where symbols can expand to cover multiple reel positions and reel in bigger wins.
Another distinguishing feature of this video slot is the bonus payout awarded for landing Scatters. In most games with a Free Spins round, landing more Scatters in one spin means grabbing a bigger heap of free spins. In Gonzo’s Gold™, players win 10 free spins regardless of the number of Scatters they land; however, the bigger that number is, the greater the bonus payout will be! So look out for the temple symbol, because landing five of these shiny Scatters can net 200x your wager!
GAME RULES
The Gonzo’s Gold™ slot is a 2021 NetEnt release, featuring free spins, bonus payouts and the Cluster Pays™ mechanic.
- There are no paylines in Gonzo’s Gold™; instead, winning combinations are formed in clusters of matching symbols, which can touch either vertically or horizontally in adjacent positions. The minimum wager is €0.10 (or currency equivalent), and the max. win is 6,500x the wager.
- There are 10 symbols in this slot game, including the Scatter. The Scatter is the key to unlocking the Free Spins feature and doubles up as the game’s Wild symbol.
- The bonus game is triggered when at least three Scatters land on the reels, which awards 10 free spins and a bonus win of 2x the bet. Landing four or five Scatters in one spin will increase the bonus payout to 20x or 200x the wager, respectively.
- At the start of the Free Spins feature, players must pick one of the tiles on the board, after which a random symbol is selected to be the Expanding symbol for the bonus round. Winning clusters of this symbol will expand to cover the entire reel.
- Gonzo’s Gold™ RTP is 93.07%. The RTP is correct at the time of publishing and may be subject to change in the future.
FAQ
⭐HOW TO PLAY THE GONZO'S GOLD™ SLOT?
Playing Gonzo’s Gold™ is no different from playing other online slots. First, you will need a registered and verified account with sufficient cash funds to place a real wager on the slot game.
When you’re ready to play, locate the Gonzo’s Gold™ slot at our Casino and load up the game. Before you set the reels on fire, take a moment to look through the game’s rules and set your preferred wager. The minimum wager is €0.10 (or currency equivalent), and the max. winnings are capped at 6,500x the bet. There is no button to set the max. bet, but players can adjust their wager manually.
There are no paylines in this slot game; instead, wins are awarded for clusters of adjacently lying symbols that touch horizontally or vertically. When you’re all set, click the spin button and enjoy!
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Before making the qualifying deposit and claiming a Deposit Bonus of any kind, make sure to read through the offer’s Terms and Conditions in full. These terms will detail everything you need to know, from jurisdictional limitations and expiration dates to wagering requirements and qualifying games.
⭐HOW DOES THE BONUS FEATURE WORK?
The game’s bonus is triggered when at least three Scatters land on the reels, awarding 10 free spins and a bonus payout of 2x, 20x or 200x the bet, depending on the number of Scatters on the reels. Retriggering the feature will award another 10 bonus spins, along with another bonus payout of up to 200x the wager.
At the start of the feature, players select a random symbol, which can then expand to cover multiple positions on the reels. Payouts for expanded symbols are awarded on top of the cluster wins, making for some interesting gameplay!
⭐WHAT IS THE RTP OF GONZO'S GOLD™?
Gonzo’s Gold™ RTP is 93.07%. The RTP is correct at the time of publishing and may be subject to change.
⭐IS GONZO'S GOLD™ AVAILABLE ON MOBILE?
Yes, you will be able to enjoy Gonzo’s Gold™ on mobile devices as well. If you have a compatible tablet or phone, simply log in to your EnergyCasino account and get the reels rolling.
The Gonzo’s Gold™ slot is perfectly optimised for mobile play, so rest assured that you won’t be sacrificing any of the features or the polished experience — you’ll get to enjoy everything there’s to love about Gonzo’s Gold™ on a mobile-friendly user interface.
⭐CAN I PLAY THE GONZO'S GOLD™ SLOT FOR FREE?
You can enjoy Gonzo’s Gold™ for free through the demo mode, an alternative version of the game where all wagers and winnings are virtual.
The demo is available at EnergyCasino, and you can play simply by hovering over the game’s thumbnail and clicking on the ‘DEMO’ button. This will take you to an alternative set of reels, which you’ll get to play around with a virtual balance.
Playing for free is a great way to familiarise yourself with the game, all without having to grab a Deposit Bonus or put your cash on the line. Experiment with your wager and see if you like the game’s special features — this can help you determine what kind of features and themes to look out for in the future.
⭐WHERE CAN I PLAY GONZO'S GOLD™ FOR REAL MONEY?
When you are ready to raise the stakes, you can place a real-money wager on Gonzo’s Gold™ at EnergyCasino. All you have to do is log in to your EnergyCasino account, search for the Gonzo’s Gold™ slot, and get ready to spin!
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Take a look at the Terms and Conditions of the offer to see if you’re eligible, and note any wagering requirements, expiration dates, qualifying deposit and the selection of games you can use your funds on. If you’re playing at other casinos, check to see whether any game weighting applies to the wagering requirements, as some casinos may conceal unreasonable wagering requirements behind skewed game weighting.
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⭐CAN I WIN REAL MONEY WITH THE GONZO'S GOLD™ DEMO?
No, all winnings and wagers in Gonzo’s Gold™ demo play are entirely virtual. The demo version is designed to give you a taste of the game without the financial commitment of a real wager, as you will be provided with a virtual bankroll to wager with.
⭐WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS OF GONZO'S GOLD™ FREE PLAY?
Giving any slot a try through the free-play demos is a great way to see if you enjoy the game and whether or not it suits your playstyle. There are no financial constraints, and you can keep playing for free until you’re comfortable enough with the rules and mechanics.
⭐HOW TO WIN IN THE GONZO'S GOLD™ GAME?
As with all casino games and betting as a whole, there is no fail-safe strategy or method to winning.
Winning symbol combinations pay a multiplier on the amount you wager; thus, the amount you win is directly proportional to your wager. For example, if you bet €1 and win 5x your bet, you will receive €5. If you bet €10, you will receive €50. Regardless of the amount you choose to wager, Gonzo’s Gold™ features several game mechanics, such as the Free Spins round and bonus payouts, that may help you collect bigger wins.
We strongly encourage you to set limits, establish a budget, take breaks and always play responsibly.
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