Quick answer
Buckshot Wilds is a NetEnt slot (2024) with 96.05% RTP, medium volatility and a 800x max win. It has free spins, wild symbols and expanding wilds. RTP can vary by casino.
Key specs
- RTP
- 96.05%
- Volatility
- Medium
- Hit frequency
- 27% (about 1 in 3.7 spins)
- Max win
- 800x
- Grid
- 5×4
- Released
- 31 January 2024
- Bet range
- $0.20–$500
- Jackpot
- None
Casinos with NetEnt games
- Aurivo Casino100% up to $1,000 + 200 Free Spins30x bonusCarries NetEntPlay at Aurivo Casino (opens in new tab)
18+. New customers. Min dep $20. 30x bonus wagering. Max bet $5. 30 days. 200 spins on Book of Dead at $0.20. Credited in daily batches of 20 over 10 days. Full T&Cs apply.
Key terms
18+. New customers only. Min deposit $20. 30x bonus wagering requirement. Max bet $5 while wagering. Free spins on Book of Dead at $0.20 per spin. Spins credited in daily batches of 20 over 10 days. Offer valid 30 days. Full T&Cs apply. Please gamble responsibly.
- Kronos Royale200% up to $2,000 + 10% weekly cashback40x bonusCarries NetEntPlay at Kronos Royale (opens in new tab)
18+. New customers. Min dep $50. 40x bonus wagering. Max bet $10. 60 days. Full T&Cs apply.
Key terms
18+. New customers only. Min deposit $50. 40x bonus wagering requirement. Max bet $10 while wagering. Cashback: 10% of net casino losses each week (Monday to Sunday), paid as cash with no wagering every Monday, up to $500 a week. Offer valid 60 days. Full T&Cs apply. Please gamble responsibly.
- Lunaro100% up to $300 + 100 Free Spins25x bonusCarries NetEntPlay at Lunaro (opens in new tab)
18+. New customers. Min dep $10. 25x bonus wagering. Max bet $5. 30 days. 100 spins on Gates of Olympus at $0.20. Full T&Cs apply.
Key terms
18+. New customers only. Min deposit $10. 25x bonus wagering requirement. Max bet $5 while wagering. Free spins on Gates of Olympus at $0.20 per spin. Offer valid 30 days. Full T&Cs apply. Please gamble responsibly.
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How to play Buckshot Wilds (members only)
This game uses its own win-evaluation system. Check the in-game paytable for exactly how combinations are formed.
Buckshot Wilds is played on a 5×4 grid.
- Set your stake. Choose your total bet per spin between $0.20 and $500. Wins are paid as multiples of this stake.
- Check the paytable. Open the game's info screen to see what each symbol pays and the exact rules for this version.
- Spin. Each spin's result is decided by a certified random number generator, independent of previous spins.
- Trigger the bonus. Land the required scatter symbols to start the free spins feature.
- Optional ante bet. Pay extra per spin to raise the chance of triggering the feature.
- Optional bonus buy. Where permitted, pay a fixed price to start the bonus directly.
The full Buckshot Wilds guide: how winnings work, 6 features and 5 strategy tips
- Your stake plan: a $50 budget → about $0.25 a spin (medium volatility)
- What 96.05% RTP costs per $100 wagered: $3.95 on average
- 6 features explained: free spins, wild symbols, expanding wilds, bonus buy, ante bet and 1 more
- Bonus-buy risk breakdown
- Stake plans for $20 to $250 budgets, checked against the $0.20 minimum bet
- Strategy tips and a session planner for Buckshot Wilds
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How winnings work (members only)
What 96.05% RTP costs per $100 wagered, the 800x max win at a $1 stake
The top prize is capped at 800x your stake. On a $1 spin that is $800; on $0.20 it is $160. When the cap is reached the round usually ends immediately.
What 96.05% RTP means
Expected return = stake × 96.05%
Over $100 of total bets, the long-run average loss is $3.95
RTP is a long-run average across millions of spins. Any single session can finish far above or below it, especially on a medium volatility game.
The published hit frequency is 27%, meaning roughly one spin in 3.7 returns something — though many of those wins are smaller than the stake.
Features explained (members only)
6 features explained: free spins, wild symbols, expanding wilds, bonus buy and more
Free spins
A bonus round of spins played at no cost to your balance, usually triggered by landing three or more scatter symbols. Wins during the round are added to your balance, and many games let you retrigger extra spins.
Wild symbols
Wilds substitute for regular paying symbols to help complete winning combinations. They do not normally replace scatter or bonus symbols.
Expanding wilds
When an expanding wild lands, it grows to cover its whole reel, turning one symbol into a full column of wilds.
Bonus buy
Lets you pay a fixed multiple of your stake to enter the bonus feature straight away instead of waiting for it to trigger. It raises variance considerably and is not available in every country (it is banned in the UK).
Ante bet
An optional extra charge on each spin, typically +25%, that increases the chance of triggering the bonus feature.
Expanding reels
The grid grows during play, adding rows or reels and increasing the number of ways or lines that can pay.
Strategy tips (members only)
- Size your stake to the volatility. Medium volatility balances hit rate and win size. Expect dry spells between features, but not extreme swings. A simple rule: bring at least 200 spins' worth of budget, so a $50 budget suggests a stake of about $0.25.
4 more tips and a session planner
- Treat bonus buys as high-risk. Buying the feature concentrates your budget into a few large-variance rounds. Many results return less than the price paid. Read our bonus buy guide first.
- Understand the ante bet. It costs more per spin to trigger features more often; it does not change the game into a better bet.
- Bonus wagering: at 96.05% RTP, clearing $1,000 of wagering costs about $39.50 on average. Check the bonus terms, as some casinos exclude specific games. Run your numbers in the wagering calculator.
- Set limits before you spin. Decide your loss limit and session time in advance and stop when you reach either. No pattern or betting system changes the outcome of a spin.
More on this in slot RTP and volatility explained and bankroll management.
Does it fit your budget? (members only)
Stake plans for $20 to $250 budgets, checked against the $0.20 minimum bet
For medium volatility we suggest a budget of at least 200 spins. This is what that means for Buckshot Wilds (bets from $0.20 up to a maximum bet of $500).
| Budget | Stake a spin | Bet range | Average cost of 200 spins |
|---|---|---|---|
| $20 | $0.10 | Below the $0.20 minimum bet | $0.79 |
| $50 | $0.25 | Fits | $1.97 |
| $100 | $0.50 | Fits | $3.95 |
| $250 | $1.25 | Fits | $9.87 |
Averages only: a short session can end far above or below them. Set a loss limit before you play.
Questions
Frequently asked questions
Who makes Buckshot Wilds?
Buckshot Wilds is developed by NetEnt and was released in 2024.
What is the RTP of Buckshot Wilds?
The default RTP of Buckshot Wilds is 96.05%.
Is Buckshot Wilds high volatility?
Buckshot Wilds is rated medium volatility. Medium volatility balances hit rate and win size.
What is the max win on Buckshot Wilds?
The maximum win on Buckshot Wilds is 800x your stake, which is $800 on a $1 spin.
Can I play Buckshot Wilds for free?
Not on GambGenius at the moment: we don't list an official NetEnt demo of Buckshot Wilds.
Does Buckshot Wilds have a bonus buy?
Yes. Buckshot Wilds includes a bonus buy option, although it is unavailable in some countries such as the UK.
Where can I play Buckshot Wilds?
Aurivo Casino, Kronos Royale and Lunaro carry NetEnt games. Check Buckshot Wilds is in the lobby in your country before you sign up. 18+ · New customers · T&Cs apply. Availability varies by country.
Where this data comes from
- netent.com Provider
Specs are as published by the provider. Casinos can run lower-RTP versions, so always check the game rules before you play.
Game artwork © NetEnt, shown to identify the game.
