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The Wild 3

Slots5x3 gridMedium high volatility
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Official numbers from Light & Wonder

Official RTP
95.54%
Volatility
Medium high
Max win potential
1,250×
Release date
2018-09-26
Grid
5x3
Hit frequency
—
Pay mechanic
Paylines
Game type
Slots

Features

Themes

Our recorded session

The Wild 3 has not gone through our rig yet. When it does, the full recorded session appears here: balance curve, hit rate, best win and the longest dry streak, published next to the official RTP above. Until then this page carries Light & Wonder's own figures and a playable demo, and nothing of ours.

Questions about The Wild 3

The RTP is 95.54%, which is slightly below the industry average of around 96%.

The maximum win is 1,250x the bet.

Yes, a free demo is available to try the game without risk.

Our game score4/10

The Wild 3: A Light & Wonder Slot from 2018

Light & Wonder built The Wild 3 around a layered feature set. The game stacks multiple mechanics (Respins, Random Wilds, a Pick Bonus, and Multipliers) into a compact 5x3 grid.

How The Wild 3 Plays

An Ante Bet option raises the bet size to improve feature access. Wild symbols substitute for regular symbols, and Scatters count wherever they land. Random Wilds can drop at any moment, adding unpredictability to otherwise quiet spins. Respins give the grid a second shake without charging a fresh bet.

Bonus Features

The Pick Bonus presents a selection of hidden prizes chosen by the player. Multipliers increase the value of wins. Free Spins open a bonus round played without further stakes. Together these systems create a session that leans on variety rather than any single blockbuster mechanic.

RTP, Volatility and Win Potential

The 95.54% RTP sits below the ~96% industry average, meaning a slightly steeper house edge. Medium-high volatility signals a profile that favors larger but less frequent hits: expect dry stretches that demand patience and a bankroll buffer. The 1,250x max win sets a modest ceiling, capping the upside at a level that casual players won't mind but high-potential hunters may find constraining.

Theme and Design

The Western, Animals, and Gold themes converge on a frontier atmosphere of wildlife and gold-rush prospecting.

Verdict

The Wild 3 earns a 4/10 rating. The stacked features keep sessions from going stale, and the medium-high volatility offers genuine swing potential, but the sub-par RTP and capped 1,250x win limit the long-term appeal. It suits players who value feature variety over a high ceiling. Try the free demo to see whether the feature cocktail matches your taste.