About This Game
This is a 5-reel 3-row to 5-reel 6-row video slot game.
The objective of the game is to spin the reels so the symbols land in different combinations.
Winning combinations are highlighted on the reels and a payout is awarded.
The top row is a single reel which is horizontally oriented.
Bet Rules
Each spin played costs a total bet amount.
The total bet is based on the initial bet placed, multiplied by the cost of the ways played.
The initial bet is the current total bet divided by the way cost of 20.
Way Rules
This game includes 243 ways and can go up to the maximum number of 7776 ways.
A way is a pattern of adjacent symbol positions that runs across the reels.
A win is awarded when matching symbols land adjacent to each other in this pattern.
Way wins run from left to right, starting from the first slot reel.
Payout Rules
Way win payouts are based on the initial bet placed.
The payout value is based on the winning combination formed.
The total payout is the sum of all way wins resulting from a spin.
Only the highest winning combination is awarded per symbol combination.
The win up to value displayed is rounded down, and is approximately the highest possible win achievable on a single spin.
The Paytable displays the payout for each symbol combination based on the current bet.
Split Symbols
Split symbols land on the top row.
When a Split symbol lands, the symbol number will determine the number of symbols on the corresponding reel.
Split symbols add 1, 2 or 3 symbols per reel.
The additional reel size in the base game is carried over to the LockNWin™ feature.
Hippo Coin Symbols
The game has 3 different coloured Hippo coin symbols: orange, yellow and pink.
Each Hippo coin symbol collects to the hippo of the same colour above the reels.
Hippo coin symbols do not have a payout.
Hippo coin symbols appear in base game only.
The graphical collection of Hippo coin symbols in this game is purely for visual entertainment and as such does not influence triggering the features.
Wild Symbols
Wild symbols can land on reels 2, 3, 4 or 5.
Wild symbols can substitute for other symbols to complete winning combinations.
Wild symbols can substitute for all symbols except Lotus, Split, Cash and Collect symbols.
Multiplier Feature
When a Collect symbol lands on reel 5, the total value of all Cash symbols on screen is multiplied by the Multiplier and awarded.
When the Multiply LockNWin™ is complete, all Cash values are multiplied by the Multiplier and the Multiplier is reset to 1x.
The Multiplier starts with a value of 1x and increases with each orange Hippo coin symbol landing on the reels.
The Multiplier can increase up to 10x.
The Multiplier resets to 1x at the end of any feature on which it was applied.
This feature is available in base game and Multiply LockNWin™
The Multiplier feature does not apply to way wins.
Collect Feature
This feature can trigger in base game only.
When a Collect symbol lands on reel 5, the total value of all Cash symbols on screen is multiplied by the Multiplier and awarded.
Cash symbols appear on reels 1, 2, 3 or 4.
Cash symbols can have values between 0.2x and 16.4x the total bet.
The maximum Multiplier for the Collect Feature is 9x.
Collect Feature and LockNWin™ Feature cannot be triggered simultaneously.
LockNWin™ Feature
Whenever one or more Hippo coins appear there is a chance for a LockNWin™ to be triggered.
The combination of Hippo coins that collect when the LockNWin™ is triggered determines the features awarded.
3 respins are awarded.
All symbols are removed from the reels except Cash symbols, which lock into place when they land.
Every time a Cash symbol or Jackpot coin lands, the respin count resets to 3.
LockNWin™ ends when the count runs out or the reels are full of Cash symbols.
Cash symbols can have values between 0.2x and 100x the total bet.
Multiply LockNWin™ Feature
The Multiply LockNWin™ may be triggered any time an orange Hippo Coin lands.
When the Multiply LockNWin™ is complete, all Cash values are multiplied by the Multiplier and the Multiplier is reset to 1x.
Wins awarded during this feature are added to base game wins.
Jackpot LockNWin™ Feature
The Jackpot LockNWin™ may be triggered any time a yellow Hippo Coin lands.
When all positions are collected on a jackpot, the corresponding jackpot is awarded.
More than one jackpot can be won in the Jackpot LockNWin™.
Wins awarded during this feature are added to base game wins.
Supreme LockNWin™ Feature
The Supreme LockNWin™ may be triggered any time a pink Hippo Coin lands.
Orange Cash collects all green Cash when it lands.
Purple Cash collects all green Cash and orange Cash when it lands.
Wins awarded during this feature are added to base game wins.
Lotus Bonus Feature
Lotus Symbols land on the top row.
Collecting a Lotus symbol on all reels will trigger all 3 LockNWin™ features.
Lotus symbols can be collected over several spins and more than one Lotus symbol can land at a time.
The Multiplier starting value is carried over from the base game.
Additional Information
Some settings and features may not be available in this game.
Malfunction voids all pays and plays.
Any changes to game rules will be conducted in accordance with regulatory requirements.
In the event of a disconnection, the final game state is displayed on return to the game.
The balance is updated with the amount won or lost.
The results of the last game played are displayed.
If a request does not reach the server before disconnection, the results of the previous game played are displayed.
Any features in progress that require interaction or selection can be continued.
Return to Player
The Return to Player (RTP) is the theoretical statistical percentage of the total money bet in a game that is paid out as winnings over time.
Values reflect the maximum expected return and do not change.
The RTP value is shown in-game.
Depending on the game you are playing, the RTP value may be defined as a single value or defined by the different stages or modes of the game.
The probability of triggering certain game events may change during gameplay depending on the current game state or progress.
Values are calculated initially by dividing the total payouts by the total bets from a simulation of numerous game rounds.
3 Lucky Hippos Free Play Explained
A 3 Lucky Hippos free play or demo mode is often used by players to learn how a slot works before wagering. Since this option isn’t available on our site, we provide the essential information straight from the game instead. By reviewing these details, you’ll understand how 3 Lucky Hippos operates without needing to access a demo. This page gives you a straightforward breakdown of its main features as an alternative to free play.
