Crystal Catcher

Although the lowest player return rate (RTP) is stated as 94.30%, using the ‘Push Bet’ feature can increase the theoretical average return rate to 94.40%. This 0.10% increase may seem small, but it indicates a more advantageous mathematical structure for the player in long sessions.

When playing Crystal Catcher, it’s important to know that different casinos can set different RTP versions. During our test of the slot, wins were small and frequent, but the overall returns could be lower than the 96.30% listed on Push Gaming’s website (including 95.30%, 94.30%, 90.30%, and 88.30% versions). Players should check the casino’s RTP before playing with their real money because it can affect how long their balance lasts in the game.

Crystal Catcher lets you buy straight into the free spins, but players must set aside a significant amount of money to activate the feature. Players have two options: Standard Bonus, which is 75x the bet or Super Bonus Buy, which is 275x the bet. Even when the bonus hits right away, it’s hard to make back that cost unless you get very lucky. Think of it as a risky shortcut rather than a guaranteed way to win big.

The trigger requires the Bonus Crystal Symbol (a specific non-paying symbol) to be in view at the same time as a Wild Beetle Symbol, which then collects it. Once it is activated, the reels are lowered into lava, and players receive 7 free spins for a shot at a big win. During the bonus game, all Wild Beetle symbols present move to any crystal symbols or instant prize symbols to collect cluster wins.

In the base game, multiple features trigger randomly, which include the following:

• Instant Prize and Crystal Symbols: When clusters of five or more crystals of the same colour connect, wins are triggered. The Wild Beetle Symbol can also appear to activate its multiplier value when it flies to any special crystal, bonus or instant prize symbols. The Wild Beetle also leaves a copy with the same value every time it jumps.
• Crystal Catcher Feature: This feature activates when the Wild Beetle symbol lands on the reel with any instant prize, bonus, or crystal symbols. The Wild Beetle collects symbols and increases its multiplier; it leaves Golden Beetles (copies of its current multiplier) behind when it jumps.

• Normal Bonus Buy (75x): If you choose this, it triggers the Free Spins feature immediately with 7 spins. It is important to remember that it is a high-risk entry, as even a “hit” doesn’t guarantee you will recover the 75x cost.
• Super Bonus Buy (275x): This option is even more volatile. It is designed for those seeking the slot’s full 5,000x potential, but the high cost means a substantial win is needed just to recover the 275x outlay.