Wild Bandito rules and Gold Framed symbol guide

Wild Bandito is PG Soft catalogue ID 104. The checked file identifies version 1.0r935, updated 8 July 2025. It uses five reels, four rows, 1,024 ways and cascading symbols. Gold Framed symbols can turn into Wilds after contributing to a win.

The document reports 96.73% RTP, medium volatility and a 28.74% overall hit rate. Its advertised maximum is 25,000x, while the highest exposure in one billion simulated spins was 2,525x.

Verified r935 specification

Field	Official value	Live check
Catalogue ID	104	Exact title
Layout	5 reels × 4 rows	1,024-way grid
Reel model	Cascading	Several stages per paid spin
RTP	96.73%	Help panel
Volatility	Medium	Supplier classification
Overall hit rate	28.74%	Model statistic
Advertised maximum	25,000x	Theoretical ceiling
Simulated exposure	2,525x	Billion-spin observation
EUR reference	€0.20–€20	Not an NZD limit

Bet sizes are 0.01, 0.05 and 0.1 across ten levels with base bet 20. Use the live total stake, not a converted supplier endpoint.

Gold Framed conversion

Ordinary symbols on reels two, three or four may appear with a gold frame. When a framed symbol participates in a win, it changes into a Wild after wins are paid and new symbols cascade. Wild and Scatter cannot themselves be Gold Framed.

The frame is conditional potential rather than an immediate Wild. A framed symbol that does not join a winning combination should not be counted as transformed. Capture the highlighted win, the collapse and the replacement state.

Wild substitutes for regular paying symbols but not Scatter. Ways begin on reel one and continue across adjacent reels. A matching symbol after a gap does not extend the combination.

Increasing multiplier

The multiplier begins at x1 for each main-game spin. When one or more winning symbols appear, wins are paid, symbols cascade and the multiplier increases by one for the next evaluation. It does not retroactively increase the result that caused the step.

If stages pay 1x, 0.5x and 2x at factors x1, x2 and x3, the accumulated value is 1 + 1 + 6 = 8x. Multiplying the factors together or applying the last factor to every stage is incorrect.

Free Spins Feature

Three Scatters award 12 free spins, with two more for each extra triggering Scatter. During the feature, every ordinary symbol on reel three appears Gold Framed, excluding Wild and Scatter. This creates more conversion opportunities but does not guarantee a win.

The feature multiplier starts at x1 and increases by one after winning cascades. Free spins can retrigger. Track the factor at the beginning and end of every spin rather than assuming it carries or resets in a way not shown by the Help file.

The RTP split is 68.64% main game and 28.09% free spins, totalling 96.73%. These are mathematical contributions, not short-session return targets.

Hit-rate evidence

The overall hit rate is 28.74%, split into 28.34% main game and 0.40% feature. Hits can be below stake. Big Win, Mega Win and Super Mega Win frequencies are 1 in 295, 1 in 1,309 and 1 in 2,496; they describe presentation bands.

Maximum labels

The 25,000x headline is the theoretical maximum. The 2,525x figure is the highest exposure observed in one billion simulated spins. Neither is a forecast or proof of an operator payout cap.

Mobile verification

PG Soft lists iOS, Android, HTML5, macOS and Windows with a 1080×2340 portrait reference. On a small display, distinguish a gold border from the bright Wild artwork and keep the multiplier visible during cascades.

Save the version screen, stake, framed-symbol win, converted Wild and final history. Turbo may make that sequence hard to capture without slowing the presentation.

A frame-conversion worksheet

Record every Gold Framed symbol by reel, row and symbol type before evaluation. After a win, mark only framed symbols included in the highlighted combination. Those are the positions expected to become Wild after payment and the cascade. Framed symbols outside the win remain ordinary framed symbols for the current rule evaluation.

On the refreshed grid, confirm both the new Wild positions and the multiplier step. These events have different causes: the Wild comes from a winning framed symbol, while the factor rises because the spin produced one or more winning symbols. A review should not claim that every new Wild adds another multiplier point unless the Help file states it.

Worked cascade example

Suppose the first stage pays 1.5x at x1 and converts two framed symbols. The second stage uses those Wilds and pays 0.8x at x2. A third stage pays 1.2x at x3. The accumulated return is 1.5 + 1.6 + 3.6 = 6.7x. The number of converted Wilds does not multiply the result separately.

Use the values shown in the actual history. The example explains order of operations but cannot predict a round or replace the game’s paytable.

Feature-state evidence

During free spins, reel three starts with ordinary symbols Gold Framed. Capture it before the first evaluation so a later Wild conversion can be traced to its source. The x1 multiplier and spin counter should be visible in the same record.

If the multiplier remains after a non-winning free spin, document that behaviour from the client rather than assuming a reset. The checked PDF describes increments after wins but the full state transition should be verified in the deployed build.

Paytable and ways

With five reels and four positions on each, the game provides 1,024 ways. A win must begin on reel one and cross adjacent reels. Count matching positions on each reel, include permitted Wild substitutions and stop at the first reel without a match.

Gold frames do not change ordinary symbol value before conversion. Their importance is conditional on participation in a win. This prevents a decorative border from being treated as an immediate prize multiplier.

Session and history checks

A brief low-stake test can confirm frame placement and conversion order but cannot establish the published RTP. Record rounds and balance movement without labelling a small-sample return as an alternative percentage.

If a connection drops during a cascade, reopen the game through the authenticated lobby and inspect history before repeating the wager. The server may have completed settlement even when the animation stopped. Preserve the round identifier, time, stake and final credit for verified support.

Currency and configuration

The r935 EUR range is a supplier reference. Confirm the live currency symbol, denomination controls and total deduction independently. Do not convert €0.20–€20 and present the result as an operator’s NZD range.

Likewise, the 96.73% source value must match the loaded Help screen. If another approved RTP configuration appears, report that configuration rather than silently replacing it with the catalogue headline.

Responsible feature tracking

The multiplier and framed symbols reset according to the current round or feature rules; they are not a savings balance. A screen full of frames at the end of a losing sequence does not create value outside the documented settlement.

Decide a stopping point before launch and count all spins against it, including those that create frames without a paid result. If play becomes focused on recovering losses or forcing one more conversion, use a timeout and leave the game.

Availability limits

This article does not host a demo. Sponsored links do not prove the game is available at their destinations. The PDF verifies PG Soft’s model, not New Zealand or 22Bet availability, NZD support or account eligibility.

Check an authenticated lobby and applicable terms. Do not bypass territorial controls.

Who may appreciate it

Wild Bandito may suit readers who like watching ordinary symbols acquire a second function after a win. It may be less suitable for someone who wants fixed lines, no cascades or a feature whose result is known immediately.

Gold frames can create a strong “almost converted” feeling, but an unconverted frame has no stored value. Set time and money limits first and consult the responsible gambling guide if needed.

Version checklist

Confirm ID 104, r935, five reels, four rows, 1,024 ways, Gold Framed symbols on reels two to four, conversion only after participating wins, x1 starting multiplier, +1 after winning cascades, three-Scatter trigger, 12 spins, full framed reel three in the feature, 96.73% RTP and medium volatility.

See the PG Soft catalogue guide, editorial methodology and corrections policy.

FAQ

What RTP is stated?

Version r935 states 96.73%. The live Help screen is the final check.

When does a Gold Framed symbol become Wild?

After it participates in a win and the subsequent cascade is processed.

How many free spins begin the feature?

Three Scatters award 12; every extra triggering Scatter adds two.

What changes in free spins?

All ordinary symbols on reel three appear Gold Framed, and the multiplier increases after wins.

Is NZ access confirmed?

No. Supplier evidence cannot prove current operator availability.

Sources

• PG Soft Wild Bandito r935 PDF
• PG Soft official catalogue
• PG Soft catalogue methodology
• Corrections policy

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.