The Wild Multiplier can be seen in many games. The following article is prepared to introduce this common feature!
Calculation of Wild Multiplier
Let's use an example for explanation:
Size: 1 x 3 slot machine
Lines: 1 line
Bet: 1
Game Feature: When a connection passes through Wild, the score is tripled.
Reel/Score/Trial Area
There is a fundamental point in calculating the Wild Multiplier: Calculate the following two combinations separately:
Includes Wild
Does not include Wild
In the example trial table:
The upper part is for pure symbol connections (not including WILD)
The lower part is for combinations of symbols + WILD
After distinguishing these two parts, it becomes clear to calculate:
The number of connection combinations that include Wild
The number of connection combinations that do not include Wild
Then, using the expected value method, you can calculate the scores for both types, and finally add up the expected values to get the total expected value.
Calculating the combination of WILD + symbols: Remember to deduct the situation of pure symbol connections to get the correct number of combinations
Calculating the connection through WILD: Remember to multiply the score by the Wild multiplier
After gaining a basic understanding of the Wild Multiplier, readers might want to think about how to calculate if the game rules change to multiplying the multiplier each time a connection passes through multiple Wilds.
We use the above example for demonstration, with the rule changed to:
Each time a connection passes through a Wild, the score is multiplied by 3 times
Reel/Score/Trial Area
Under this rule, it is necessary to list all possible positions of Wild for calculation, and then calculate the expected value for each possibility.
Conclusion
The Wild Multiplier is a very common and simple game rule in current slot games, and what remains is how to extend and vary this feature. The above is a simple introduction to the Wild Multiplier, hoping to help everyone better understand this feature.
