ELK Studios has introduced a new slot game, Elysian Gold, structured on a 6-row by 4-column grid. The game integrates a variety of mechanics designed to enhance player engagement and variability in gameplay outcomes.
Mythological setting
Central features include a persistent wild forge, the expansion of columns, a symbol collect mechanism, symbol splits, symbol replacements, and the presence of larger-than-standard symbols. Additionally, Elysian Gold offers both a standard bonus and a super bonus, together yielding a theoretical maximum win potential of up to 25,000x the initial bet.
The narrative framework of Elysian Gold situates players in the mythological setting of Valhalla, following the character Kane, an adventurer seeking passage to the Elysian fields—a realm beyond the typical confines of the afterlife. This thematic backdrop is interwoven throughout the game, providing context and continuity to the various features and mechanics.
Bonus mode
Triggering the bonus mode requires the appearance of three or more bonus symbols within a single spin. Upon activation, the free drops bonus game is engaged. A distinctive aspect of this bonus is the ‘safety level,’ which is incremented by one row each time a free drop results in a win. This increase in the safety level effectively raises the number of potential paylines, thereby augmenting the win possibilities. Each subsequent free drop commences from the currently achieved safety level, preserving the expanded opportunity structure attained during the feature.
The game also incorporates the Icarus symbol, a special feature that triggers when two or more such symbols appear on the reels. In situations where no further wins are present, the Icarus symbols activate a replacement of symbols, thereby offering additional chances for winning combinations to form.
Elysian Gold utilises the X-iter™ function, which presents players with a selection of five distinct entry modes to engage with the game. These modes range from a 2.5x bet, which increases the probability of triggering the bonus round by over three times, to a 500x bet option that guarantees entry into the super bonus round and ensures the presence of a persistent Pandora’s box feature.
ELK Studios stated:
With every step, the promise of Elysian Gold gleamed brighter, the ultimate prize for a soul unwilling to surrender.
