Dolphin Riches Hold and Win Slot Review

Dolphin Riches Hold and Win – Game Overview

I have spent a fair bit of time with Dolphin Riches Hold and Win, a 5 reel, 3 row video slot from Kalamba Games with 243 ways to win. Released in March 2024, it feels like a modern take on the classic Hold and Win idea, wrapped in a calm undersea setting with smooth visuals and sound. From the start I liked how feature focused it is without feeling messy.

The game uses all ways pays across the 243 lines, so wins land from left to right on adjacent reels rather than fixed paylines. That keeps things simple when I am spinning fast. Under the surface, though, Dolphin Riches Hold and Win hides several feature layers, from Hold and Win Spins to HyperBet and cashpots, which give the base game some welcome depth.

How to Play Dolphin Riches Hold and Win

Playing Dolphin Riches Hold and Win is straightforward even with the extra features. I set my stake between the minimum 0.20 and the upper limit per spin, then choose one of the three HyperBet levels depending on how aggressively I want to chase Hold and Win Spins. From there it is all about hitting 4 to 6 Hold and Win symbols to trigger the main bonus feature.

Symbols and Paytable in Dolphin Riches Hold and Win

In Dolphin Riches Hold and Win the reels are packed with sea themed icons and familiar card ranks. The top regular symbol pays 4 times the stake for five of a kind, dropping to 2 times for four and 0.4 for three, with a small payout even for two of a kind. Mid range symbols sit at 1 times, 0.4, 0.2 and 0.1 across five, four, three and two matches.

Lower paying symbols follow a simple pattern, returning 0.4, 0.2 and 0.1 times the stake for five, four and three of a kind. On top of that you have Scatters and Multiplier Wilds. Wilds can substitute and apply multipliers on winning combinations, while Scatters help to bring in bonus rounds. I like how the paytable is clear, which makes it easy to judge potential wins.

Symbols and Paytable

Symbol	Quantity	Payout
	5	x4
	4	x2
	3	x0.4
	2	x0.2
	5	x1
	4	x0.4
	3	x0.2
	2	x0.1
	5	x1
	4	x0.4
	3	x0.2
	2	x0.1
	5	x1
	4	x0.4
	3	x0.2
	2	x0.1
	5	x0.4
	4	x0.2
	3	x0.1
	5	x0.4
	4	x0.2
	3	x0.1
	5	x0.4
	4	x0.2
	3	x0.1
	5	x0.4
	4	x0.2
	3	x0.1
	5	x0.4
	4	x0.2
	3	x0.1
	5	x0.4
	4	x0.2
	3	x0.1
	Scatter
	Wild, Multiplier

RTP, Volatility and Wins in Dolphin Riches Hold and Win

Dolphin Riches Hold and Win comes with several RTP settings, usually ranging from 96 percent down to 91 percent, depending on the casino and jurisdiction. I always check which version is on offer, as it makes a noticeable difference over very long play sessions. Volatility sits above average, so the slot can be streaky, with dry spells between the better bonus rounds and Hold and Win sessions.

The maximum win advertised is 4,320 times your bet, which is respectable for a Hold and Win style game. Stakes start at 0.20 per spin and go up to high limits suited to serious bankrolls. From my own play, most of the larger swings come from the special features rather than base game hits, so I manage my balance with that in mind when chasing the bigger prizes.

Bonus Features in Dolphin Riches Hold and Win

Bonus Features in Dolphin Riches Hold and Win are built around the Hold and Win mechanic and the adjustable HyperBet. HyperBet lets me pick from three levels; at the highest level fewer Hold and Win symbols are required to trigger the feature, and only Super Hold and Win symbols appear. This choice between cost and feature frequency is a big part of how I approach the game.

Hold and Win Spins start when 4 to 6 Hold and Win symbols land, depending on which HyperBet level is active. You move to a special grid where these symbols lock in place and you get three spins to land more. Each time a new Hold and Win or Super Hold and Win symbol hits, the counter resets to three. Fill the entire grid and you receive an extra Full Grid prize on top.

During Hold and Win Spins, Super Hold and Win symbols can award one of four cashpots, giving set prizes that sit above standard symbol values. Back in the main reels, Multiplier Wilds can drop in to create surprisingly strong line hits. If I do not want to wait, the Buy Bonus option lets me pay to jump straight into either Hold and Win Spins or the separate Free Spins feature.

My Thoughts on Dolphin Riches Hold and Win

My Thoughts on Dolphin Riches Hold and Win are broadly positive after a number of sessions. The mix of 243 ways, HyperBet, cashpots and Multiplier Wilds gives the slot a clear identity without overcomplicating play. It will suit players who like Hold and Win games with above average volatility and some control over feature frequency. For me it has become a regular choice when I fancy an undersea theme.

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