The difference between Hold & Win and classic bonus games
Hold & Win mechanics are firmly entrenched in the arsenal of leading providers, but many players wonder: how does it differ from classic bonus games such as freespins or risk rounds? The answer lies in the principles of gameplay construction, in the level of involvement and in the type of rewards.
Classic bonus games
Frispins. The most common form of bonus: drums spin for free, but retain bets and multipliers. Usually additional functions are used - expanding Wild, increased multipliers, cascades.
Bonus fields and minigames. The player opens the cells, spins the luck wheel, or selects items to gain hidden prizes.
Risk games (Double or Nothing). The ability to increase winnings by guessing a card or color.
Classic bonuses are varied, but they often depend on random combinations and do not always give a feeling of control over the process.
Hold & Win
The main difference is the structure and dynamics:
Key differences
Principle of play.
Freespins: conventional spins with enhanced capabilities.
Hold & Win: Step-by-step accumulation of values on the field.
Tempo.
Classic power-ups: fast, dynamic spins.
Hold & Win: a slow, stressful process with each new coin.
Focus on winning.
Freespins can give "empty" series.
In Hold & Win, every coin collected is guaranteed to earn a reward.
Psychology of perception.
Classical bonuses depend on multipliers and random combinations.
Hold & Win creates the illusion of control: the player sees progress on the field and feels that he is controlling the outcome.
Why Hold & Win is perceived differently
The mechanics cause constant tension: each new symbol is an extension of chance.
The player feels a direct dependence of the win on the number of icons held.
Jackpots are often added, increasing interest in the round.
Result
Hold & Win differs from classic bonus games in that it is based on the principle of holding symbols and extending respins, and not on free spins or mini-games. It gives the player clear visual progress, transparent rules and a direct link to the accumulation of winnings. This is what makes mechanics popular and stand out against the background of traditional bonus functions.
Classic bonus games
Frispins. The most common form of bonus: drums spin for free, but retain bets and multipliers. Usually additional functions are used - expanding Wild, increased multipliers, cascades.
Bonus fields and minigames. The player opens the cells, spins the luck wheel, or selects items to gain hidden prizes.
Risk games (Double or Nothing). The ability to increase winnings by guessing a card or color.
Classic bonuses are varied, but they often depend on random combinations and do not always give a feeling of control over the process.
Hold & Win
The main difference is the structure and dynamics:
- 1. Accumulation format. The player collects special symbols (coins, balls, tokens) that are held on the screen.
- 2. Respins as a basis. The mechanics are built on repeated backs with a limited counter (usually 3). Each new character updates the counter.
- 3. Transparent target. The player's task is to collect as many characters as possible and hold out as long as possible, and the ideal scenario is to fill the entire field.
- 4. Fixed and jackpot prizes. Rewards are expressed in specific multipliers or fixed amounts, including Mini, Minor, Major, and Grand.
Key differences
Principle of play.
Freespins: conventional spins with enhanced capabilities.
Hold & Win: Step-by-step accumulation of values on the field.
Tempo.
Classic power-ups: fast, dynamic spins.
Hold & Win: a slow, stressful process with each new coin.
Focus on winning.
Freespins can give "empty" series.
In Hold & Win, every coin collected is guaranteed to earn a reward.
Psychology of perception.
Classical bonuses depend on multipliers and random combinations.
Hold & Win creates the illusion of control: the player sees progress on the field and feels that he is controlling the outcome.
Why Hold & Win is perceived differently
The mechanics cause constant tension: each new symbol is an extension of chance.
The player feels a direct dependence of the win on the number of icons held.
Jackpots are often added, increasing interest in the round.
Result
Hold & Win differs from classic bonus games in that it is based on the principle of holding symbols and extending respins, and not on free spins or mini-games. It gives the player clear visual progress, transparent rules and a direct link to the accumulation of winnings. This is what makes mechanics popular and stand out against the background of traditional bonus functions.
