Golden Treasures

Golden Treasures, developed by Atomic Slot Lab, features a classic Asian-inspired theme. The game's visual elements incorporate traditional Asian motifs, including dragons, pigs, frogs, and lotus flowers. The background displays stylized pink and purple clouds, which, according to some observations, clash with the overall design.

Core Game and Mechanics

Golden Treasures is built on a 5-reel, 4-row grid with 50 paylines. The game employs a medium volatility model, balancing the frequency and size of wins. Players can wager between £0.50 and £200 per spin, catering to a wide range of betting preferences, though the minimum bet may be considered high for some players.

The paytable consists of 11 symbols: 6 low-paying card ranks (Nine through Ace) and 5 high-paying themed symbols (mice, pigs, frogs, lions, and dragons). The dragon symbol is the highest-paying regular symbol, offering 5x the bet for a five-of-a-kind combination.

The game includes special symbols: Lotus Wilds, Temple Scatters, and Trinket symbols. Lotus Wilds substitute for other pay symbols and can create their own winning combinations, paying up to 10x for five of a kind.

The theoretical Return to Player (RTP) is set at 95.52%, which is slightly below the industry average but consistent with other Atomic Slot Lab releases.

Bonus Features

1. Free Spins Bonus:
   • Triggered by landing 3, 4, or 5 Temple Scatter symbols
   • Awards 10, 20, or 50 free spins respectively
   • Additional free spins can be won during the feature using the same triggering mechanism
   • Special Feature: If 6 or more identical symbols land on the middle three reels during a free spin, they all transform into Lotus Wilds
2. Respin Feature:
   • Activated by landing 6 or more Trinket symbols
   • Moves to a new playing field with multiple lines
   • Goal: Fill lines with Trinket symbols to reach various rewards displayed on the right side of the field
   • Rewards include free spins, multipliers, and jackpots
   • Players receive 3 respins initially
   • Each new Trinket symbol resets the respin counter to 3
   • Trinket symbols remain locked in place
   • Feature continues until respins are exhausted or all positions are filled
3. Jackpots:
   • Four fixed jackpots are available: Mini (20x), Minor (40x), Major (250x), and Grand (2,000x bet)
   • Jackpots are awarded during the Respin Feature if 6 Trinket symbols fill the corresponding game row
4. Buy Bonus Option:
   • Players can purchase direct entry to the Respin Feature
   • Cost: 80x the current bet

The most notable aspect of Golden Treasures is its innovative take on the Hold and Win mechanic in the Respin Feature. Unlike traditional Hold and Win bonuses where symbols simply stick and accumulate, Golden Treasures introduces a multi-line system with varied rewards. This approach adds depth to the feature, potentially offering a more engaging experience compared to standard Hold and Win bonuses found in many other slots.