Gold Creek - Review, Demo Play, Payout, Free Spins & Bonuses

Introduction 

Matrix Studios invite us to mine for gold and gems in Gold Creek, an online video slot featuring the Matrix Superpays mechanic with 500,000 ways to win on a 9x6 reel set that has varying symbols on each reel and a cart row above the main reel set.

There is a wild symbol in the shape of a glamourous mining companion, and this substitutes for all other symbols.
There are free spins available, and these are triggered when four golden nuggets appear in the cart row. 

More free games can be won by landing at least 3 consecutive wins in the base game. During this phase of the game, players get to choose between an expanded or roaming wild, both of which enhance your chances of winning.

Finally, there is a progressive Gold Pot Jackpot available.

In Gold Creek, there are ten paying symbols. The top-value symbols are four gemstones: amethyst, emerald, ruby and citrine. These are supplemented by 6 playing card symbols ranging from Ace to 9.

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Theme, Graphics and Soundtrack 

We are invited to go deep underground in search of riches with a wildly glamorous assistant in Gold Creek. 

There are lots of paths to take to riches, and we set off in a dark cave with glistening golden stalagmites rising from the floor to the side of the reels, where our companion awaits.

The symbols are brightly designed and stand out from the gloom of the reel set, and the golden nuggets in the cart reel are also clearly visible when they land.

The soundtrack is an eerie orchestral number adding to the tension, and we can hear the thunder of falling rock as the symbols cascade down from above.

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Gold Creek RTP and Variance 

The official RTP of Gold Creek is a very healthy 96.74%, and we found the game demonstrated high variance in extended play. Players may wait for regular wins, but be prepared for mega prizes in the free spins mode.

How to Play Gold Creek

There are lots of features to keep your eye out for in Gold Creek, so here is a brief introductory guide to the game.

1. Once the main screen opens, click on the menu icon in the top right corner to open the game rules on a new screen.
2. This opens with a brief overview of the game.
3. Scroll down to see the pay table and pay line details.
4. Below this is an explanation of how free games are triggered.
5. Scroll down for other features, beginning with the Gold Pot jackpot.
6. Next up is an explanation of matrix spins, and below this is the gamble feature.
7. Finally, on this screen, you will see the controls and how they operate.
8. Return to the main screen and click on the three dots below the spin button. Here you can set your wager, engage turbo spin and use auto spin, which can be customised.
9. Close this window, and above the spin button, you will see a dice symbol, which is the gamble option.
10. You are all set to go; just press the spin button.

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Once playing for real, set yourself a budget for each session and play responsibly.

Bet Sizes and Pay Table Wins 

Bet sizes range from 0.20 to 100, and the pay table for 6 of a kind is as follows:
Amethyst = x1000
Emerald = x150
Ruby/Citrine = x40
Ace/King = x35
Queen/Jack = x20
Ten = x18
Nine = x16

Max-win 1,000x

Volatility High

Top RTP 98.67%

Gold Creek Bonus Features and Free Spins

Matrix Spins is a bonus feature based on consecutive wins. If a player has 3, 4, 5, 6, or 7 consecutive wins, they are rewarded with 2, 6, 10, 12 or 15 free games. Before this phase of the game begins, you can choose from an expanded wild or roaming wild symbol.

The standard free spins feature is triggered by 4 golden nuggets in the cart row above the reels. The player is awarded 12 free spins, and each win will increase an external multiplier by x1.

More free games can be re-triggered by the golden egg appearing in the cart row during this phase. Players landing 1, 2, 3 or 4 eggs will be rewarded with 2, 3, 5 or 10 additional free games.

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Gold Creek Review 

This is an attractive-looking game from Matrix Studios, who have a great reputation for the design of their slots. It comes packed with features, and we found the free spins particularly rewarding with some mega wins available.

High rollers will be attracted by the impressive RTP, wide betting range, massive number of paylines and the high variance.

Novice gamers may find it a little intimidating, but it is a great introduction to a more sophisticated game. We can highly recommend it.

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