Sahara Riches: Cash Collect is a video slot developed by Playtech. Despite the title, the desert theme incorporates some visual elements of Persian influence, with symbols like decorated treasure chests and jade camels. The game uses a standard 5-reel, 3-row layout with 30 fixed paylines.
The core gameplay feature revolves around Cash Collect symbols and special coin symbols. These coin symbols can land anywhere on the reels during regular gameplay. Each coin holds a cash value that is revealed when a Cash Collect symbol lands on reel 5. If there are multiple coin symbols on the reels when the Cash Collect symbol appears, the values of all the coins are added together and awarded to the player.
There are also special number symbols that can land on the reels. These number symbols come in various values (+2, +3, +4, etc.). Landing a Cash Collect symbol on reel 5 simultaneously with a number symbol triggers the Free Spins bonus. The number of free spins awarded is determined by the value on the number symbol.
During Free Spins, Cash Collect symbols become even more important. Unlike the base game where they only appear on reel 5, Cash Collect symbols can land on any reel during free spins. Additionally, whenever a Cash Collect symbol lands, it becomes locked in place for the next three spins. This increases the chance of collecting more coin values or even triggering additional free spins with the number symbols.
The Wild symbol in Sahara Riches: Cash Collect is depicted by a veiled woman. This symbol substitutes for all regular pay symbols on the reels, helping players complete winning combinations. There is no Scatter symbol in this game.
The maximum win potential in Sahara Riches: Cash Collect is 500x the total stake, which might be considered low for a medium volatility slot. The RTP (Return to Player) is 95.67%, which is slightly below the industry average.