Starmania 2

Starmania 2 is a celestial-themed video slot developed by Light & Wonder, serving as a sequel to the original Starmania released in 2015. The game features a unique 5-reel, 3-row grid where symbols float in space against a cosmic backdrop. This layout offers 27 ways to win, with payouts occurring from left to right and right to left on adjacent reels.

The game's symbol set is comprised of various celestial objects. Low-paying symbols include green, red, and blue planets, offering wins between 0.40x to 5x the bet. Mid-tier symbols are represented by green and red stars, paying between 1.20x and 10x. The blue star cluster awards 2x to 20x the bet. The highest-paying regular symbol is the orange and purple star cluster, offering payouts of 0.40x, 2.50x, 20x, and 50x for 2, 3, 4, or 5 symbols respectively.

Starmania 2 incorporates several innovative features:

• Wild Symbol: The golden star serves as the Wild, appearing only on reels 2, 3, and 4 (the Hot Zone). It substitutes for all symbols except the Bonus symbol.
• Wild Symbol Collector: As Wilds land on the reels during the base game, they are stored in special Collectors above the reels. These collected Wilds are then added to the next Free Spins round on a 3×3 grid.
• Win Multiplier Reels: Multipliers above reels 4 and 5 can be activated by landing Multiplier Planet symbols in the center of the grid. Reel 4 offers multipliers from 1x to 10x, while reel 5 can award up to 15x.
• Free Spins: Triggered by landing 3 or more Bonus symbols, or by collecting 25 Wilds per reel in the Hot Zone. Players receive 6, 8, or 10 Free Spins for 3, 4, or 5 Bonus symbols respectively. During Free Spins, the game shifts to a compact 3×3 grid with enhanced payouts and active Win Multiplier Reels.

The game boasts improved HD graphics compared to its predecessor and an enhanced soundtrack, creating an immersive cosmic atmosphere. With an RTP of 96.01% and a maximum potential win of 4,861 times the bet, Starmania 2 offers an engaging gaming experience for players who enjoy space-themed slots with innovative features.

A particularly interesting aspect of Starmania 2 is its dual-trigger Free Spins feature. Players can activate the bonus round not only through traditional scatter symbols but also by consistently landing Wild symbols in the base game. This mechanic adds an extra layer of anticipation to every spin, as players gradually progress towards the bonus even without landing scatters.