Galaxy Miner rules: Win Vortex counters, Bonus Feature and RTP

Galaxy Miner is PG Soft catalogue ID 1918451, code galaxy-miner. The supplier’s English game-information file is version 1.0 r2, updated 15 July 2025. It uses a compact three-reel, three-row layout with a collector mechanic rather than paylines that expand during play.

The PDF records 96.77% RTP, high volatility and a 5,000× maximum win. Current catalogue data returned 96.78%. The one-hundredth percentage-point difference is small but still evidence of separate records or profiles; the loaded Help screen should decide which number applies to a particular session.

Verified specification

Field	PG Soft reference	Session check
Catalogue identity	1918451 · galaxy-miner	Title and supplier
Document	1.0 r2 · 15 July 2025	Version in Help
Layout	3 columns × 3 rows	Standard spinning reels
Base bet	20	Rules screen
PDF RTP	96.77%	Reference model
Catalogue RTP	96.78%	Listing checked 8 October 2026
Overall hit rate	11.21%	Simulated reference
Volatility	High	Supplier label
Prize values	0.5×–1,000×	Printed on Prize symbols
Bonus trigger	6+ Prize symbols	Any main-game spin
Maximum win	5,000× bet	Round-ending cap
Euro defaults	€0.20–€100	Not evidence of NZD limits

PG Soft lists HTML5, iOS, Android, macOS and Windows support and a 1080×2340 portrait reference. It does not confirm that a New Zealand operator currently offers the title.

Prize symbols are values, not instant payments

Prize symbols can display amounts from 0.5× to 1,000× the bet. Their presence alone does not mean every printed value is credited. A Win Vortex must collect the relevant Prizes under the feature rules, or six or more Prize symbols must initiate the Bonus Feature.

This distinction is essential when reading a final board. Count the Prize symbols, record their printed factors, then identify each Vortex and its counters. Do not simply add all visible values without following the collector sequence.

The compact grid can make a busy event look simple, but several collection passes may happen before payment. History or a recording is more useful than a still image after the animation has cleared.

Win Vortex counters in the main game

A Win Vortex may carry one to five counters. When one or more Vortex and Prize symbols appear together, each Vortex spends one counter and collects the values of all Prize symbols.

If a Vortex still has counters, it repeats the collection using another counter. Only after its counters are exhausted is the value accumulated in that Vortex paid. Multiple Vortices can therefore collect the same visible Prize set in separate passes.

For example, a board with 2× and 5× Prizes presents 7× of visible value. A two-counter Vortex can collect that set twice, creating 14× inside the collector before payment. This example illustrates the sequence only; it is not a forecast of frequency or profit.

When more than one Vortex appears, preserve the order shown by the game. An assumed left-to-right order should not replace the recorded settlement.

Six Prizes open the Bonus Feature

Six or more Prize symbols on the reels trigger the Bonus Feature. A Persistent Win Vortex is then placed in the middle row of reel two, and three bonus spins are awarded.

Every new Prize symbol or new Win Vortex resets the remaining-spin counter to three. The wording is a reset, not an addition: receiving a new symbol with two spins left returns the counter to three rather than making it five.

During each bonus spin, the persistent centre Vortex collects all Prize values. Temporary Win Vortices also use their counters to collect the visible Prize field. Once their counters are gone, the persistent Vortex collects both the Prize symbols and values held by those other Vortices.

Collected Win Vortex symbols remain on the reels until the feature ends. The persistent Vortex then collects their stored values on every bonus spin. This continuing interaction is why a feature can grow sharply even though the visible grid remains only 3×3.

A worked collector audit

Suppose a bonus board shows three Prize symbols worth 1×, 3× and 8×, plus a new two-counter Vortex. The temporary Vortex can collect the 12× field twice. The persistent centre Vortex also processes the board according to the documented sequence and later continues collecting the stored Vortex value while that symbol remains.

An audit should not reconstruct the cash award from memory. Record the stake, each printed Prize, every Vortex counter, the persistent total before and after collection, the reset of the spin counter and the final feature credit.

The game’s History control is the first place to check a disagreement. If the detailed record cannot expose the collection steps, a continuous screen recording plus round ID gives support a clearer case than a cropped celebration screen.

RTP allocation and hit rates

In the PDF configuration, 46.68% of theoretical return is assigned to the main game and 49.09% to the Bonus Feature. That is an unusually feature-heavy split: most of the modelled return sits in the collector bonus rather than ordinary reel outcomes.

The simulated hit rate is 11.21% overall, comprising 10.19% main-game and 1.02% bonus-feature contributions. Hit rate is not a win probability in the everyday sense because a hit can return less than the stake.

Supplier simulations also list Big, Mega and Super Mega event frequencies, but those labels are presentation thresholds rather than independent jackpots. They should not be combined with the 5,000× cap or described as guaranteed milestones.

Resolving the 96.77% and 96.78% records

The PDF and catalogue differ by 0.01 percentage points. Neither should be rounded into a universal “about 97%” claim when the purpose is to verify a specific build.

Open the Rules screen after the game loads through the operator account. Capture the value, date, title and round-history context. If it states 96.77%, it aligns with version 1.0 r2. If it states 96.78%, record the catalogue-aligned profile. A missing RTP should remain unconfirmed rather than inferred.

The theoretical percentage describes an enormous sample under fixed rules. It cannot predict a short session, reverse high volatility or establish how often a player will enter the Bonus Feature.

Stakes, cap and mobile presentation

The supplier document gives euro defaults of €0.20 to €100. Those are configuration examples, not confirmed New Zealand-dollar limits. Currency, step sizes and maximum stake must be read from the live bet menu.

Both maximum exposure and advertised maximum win are 5,000×. Once the total reaches that ceiling, the spin or Bonus Feature ends. A Prize value of up to 1,000× remains subject to that total cap after repeated collections.

On mobile, check that the centre persistent Vortex, counters and printed Prize values remain readable without zoom. A narrow portrait screen is the reference, but browser overlays or an operator shell can still obscure information.

Turbo reduces reel animation time; it does not change Vortex counters or RTP. Autoplay stop conditions should be reviewed in the actual deployment because operator availability can differ from the supplier document.

Who may find this format useful

Galaxy Miner suits a reader who prefers one clearly defined collector system and can follow state across a respin-style bonus. It is less suitable for someone who wants frequent ordinary line wins or a feature whose value can be understood from one static board.

Its strongest analytical feature is transparency of printed Prize values. Its main complexity is the layered collection order once persistent and temporary Vortices coexist. High volatility and a feature-heavy RTP split make stake control more important than the bright value labels suggest.

Pre-session checklist

1. Match ID 1918451 and code galaxy-miner.
2. Read the RTP from the loaded game, not a review snippet.
3. Check the six-Prize trigger and three-spin reset wording.
4. Confirm each Vortex counter before calculating a result.
5. Record the currency and displayed stake limits.
6. Keep the round ID for any settlement query.

FAQ

How is the Galaxy Miner bonus triggered?

Six or more Prize symbols in the main game trigger it in PDF version 1.0 r2.

How many bonus spins are awarded?

It begins with three. A new Prize or Win Vortex resets the counter to three.

What is the largest printed Prize value?

The documented Prize range is 0.5× to 1,000× the bet.

What is the overall maximum win?

The supplier records a 5,000× cap for the reference build.

Which RTP is correct?

The PDF states 96.77% and current catalogue data returned 96.78%. The loaded Help screen is authoritative for the session.

Is Galaxy Miner confirmed for New Zealand accounts?

No. This page verifies supplier rules, not operator deployment or local access.

Sources

• PG Soft, Galaxy Miner Game Information, version 1.0 r2, updated 15 July 2025.
• PG Soft official catalogue record for ID 1918451, checked 8 October 2026.

How to verify the version you can actually open

A provider page proves that a title exists and describes the supplier's intended rules. It does not prove that a casino accepts players in New Zealand, that the title is enabled for a particular account, or that the highest published RTP is the version in the lobby. Treat availability, operator eligibility and product configuration as three separate checks.

Start with identity, then configuration

Open the game only through the authenticated casino lobby. The information or help panel should identify PG Soft, the exact title and the active mathematical return. Compare the reel or grid layout, paylines or cluster rules, named features and symbol behaviour with the official product material. Similar artwork or a matching title is not enough when the help file is missing or inconsistent.

When the supplier publishes several RTP values, report all of them as configurations. Do not assume the highest option is deployed. RTP is a theoretical long-run measure across a very large number of rounds; it is not a refund rate for one player and cannot predict the next result. Volatility is different: it describes how unevenly results are distributed on the provider's scale.

Read stake controls as money, not interface decoration

Provider sheets often quote a reference range in euros. That range does not establish New Zealand-dollar support or the limits in a specific account. Before a paid round, identify the total amount that will leave the balance. If the interface separates denomination, coins and lines, verify the combined total. If Extra Bet is active, calculate its full cost before pressing spin.

Feature-buy prices are multiples of the current bet, not promised returns. A 100x purchase at a $1 stake costs $100; at a $2 stake it costs $200. Availability can vary by market and some mathematical configurations may not support the control. If the live help does not explain the price, delivered feature and active RTP, leave the option unused.

Keep simulation figures in their proper scope

A game sheet may publish a maximum result observed in a large simulation. That is not automatically the contractual maximum payout and never describes a likely session. Preserve the provider's wording, sample size and configuration. Check the live rules for a binding cap and the operator terms for any separate payout limit. Do not turn an extreme result into a promotional headline.

Audit a disputed round

If an animation freezes or a connection drops, do not repeat the wager immediately. Reopen the game through the authenticated lobby and inspect round history. Record the time, total stake, balance movement and round identifier. The result can be settled by the gaming system even when the device never displays the final animation. Send evidence through verified operator support; never disclose a password, recovery phrase or one-time code.

Read the paytable as a calculation document

The paytable should explain what creates a win, which symbols substitute, where special symbols can land and how multiple awards combine. For line games, confirm direction and active paylines. For cluster games, confirm adjacency, minimum group size and the order of collection. For respins, identify what remains locked, what resets the counter and what ends the feature. A graphic effect can illustrate those rules but cannot replace them.

Separate addition from multiplication. Several prize values may be added before a multiplier applies, while reel-specific multipliers can sometimes multiply together only when each reel participates in the same win. Reconstruct one low-stake result from game history. If the arithmetic cannot be matched to the help file, stop and ask the operator rather than guessing.

Do not confuse hit frequency with a profitable round

Provider sheets can publish hit frequency or category probabilities. A hit simply means a round returned a qualifying amount; it can be smaller than the stake. “Big”, “Mega” or “Epic” thresholds are provider reporting categories, not promises. They are useful for comparing mathematical versions only when definitions and samples are the same.

Random outcomes do not become due after a long gap. A feature that appeared repeatedly in a demo or marketing clip has no obligation to repeat in a funded session. Previous rounds do not create a debt from the next random result.

Confirm market and device behaviour independently

A title can exist in the supplier catalogue while an operator disables it for a territory, currency, device or bonus. Language localisation is not evidence of legal availability. Confirm the operator's identity, accepted countries and current lobby separately from the provider review.

On mobile, verify that balance, total bet, feature state and help remain visible without overlap. On desktop, check that browser zoom does not hide a purchase control or change the apparent denomination. Mathematical configuration should not change merely because the screen changes; if the help shows another RTP, treat it as a different deployment and record it.

Keep a compact evidence record

For any fact used in a review, save the title, provider, official URL, document date when available, access date and exact territorial scope. For a live session, add the operator domain, Game ID, RTP, currency and a non-sensitive screenshot of the help panel. This makes later corrections possible when a supplier updates a sheet or an operator changes configuration.

Missing information should remain missing. Do not estimate an RTP from results, convert a euro reference range into an operator's NZD limit, or treat another casino's configuration as evidence. A transparent “not confirmed” is more useful than a precise-looking number without the correct source.

Use limits that survive the feature design

Collection meters, expanding grids, sticky symbols and near misses can make a session feel unfinished. Unless the rules explicitly preserve progress, the visible state has no value after the round or feature ends. Set a money limit and time limit before launch, count feature buys immediately, and stop at the limit even when a meter appears close to an upgrade.

No random game is an income plan. Do not borrow, use essential funds or raise the stake to recover a loss. If play stops feeling recreational, use timeout, deposit-limit or self-exclusion tools and consult the site's responsible gambling guide.