Hacksaw Gaming's Wild West DuelReels Showdown
Bullets and Bounty introduces DuelReels mechanics that fundamentally change how Wild West slots operate. When a VS or Bounty VS symbol lands, the entire reel transforms into a cinematic duel between Katherine O'Callaghan and outlaws, with multipliers ranging from 2x to 100x applied to winning combinations.
The slot distinguishes itself through Outlaw DuelReels versus Bounty DuelReels. Standard VS symbols trigger Outlaw DuelReels where multipliers add together when multiple outlaws survive on different reels. Bounty VS symbols activate Bounty DuelReels with progressive multipliers that increase throughout the True Grit bonus feature. Only one VS symbol can appear per reel, preventing multiplier stacking on the same column.
Four distinct bonus purchase options cater to different risk profiles. BONUSHUNT FEATURESPINS costs 1.5x your bet and increases bonus trigger probability by 5x. BAD BLOOD FEATURESPINS at 30x bet guarantees minimum 2 VS symbols every spin. DRAW OR DIE FEATURESPINS ensures at least 1 Bounty VS per spin for the same 30x bet price but with higher volatility.
The True Grit bonus triggered by 3 FS scatters presents a genuine strategic choice: accept 10 free spins with progressive Bounty Hunter multipliers, or gamble on a 6-chamber revolver. The revolver gamble offers chambers 1-2 awarding Four Shots to Freedom, chamber 3-4 giving 5x cash, chamber 5 paying 10x, and chamber 6 delivering 20x your total bet.
Four Shots to Freedom from 4 FS scatters or successful gamble provides 10 spins with the Bullets and Bounty Bar mechanic. Landing Bounty Hunter symbols fills this bar across four levels, each level requiring more hunters but rewarding DuelSpins with guaranteed VS symbols. Level 4 demands 5 Bounty Hunters but guarantees a DuelSpin with all 5 reels showing VS symbols plus 3 extra spins.
The hidden Go Ahead, Make Her Day epic bonus activates with 5 FS scatters, granting 10 free spins starting at DuelSpin Level 1 with progressive Bounty Hunter multipliers. This feature combines the best elements of both main bonuses, explaining the 20,000x maximum win potential.
Symbol payouts follow traditional hierarchy with card suits paying 0.02-0.10x for 3-5 matches. Themed symbols escalate: Wagon Wheels pay up to 0.20x, Bull Skulls 0.25x, Whiskey Bottles 0.30x, Cowboy Hats 0.50x, and Sheriff Badges reach 1.00x for five-of-a-kind. Wild dynamite bundles, VS symbols, and Bounty VS symbols all pay 3.00x for five matches whilst substituting for regular symbols.
RTP variations across features demonstrate mathematical precision: base game sits at 96.27%, True Grit without gambling maintains 96.26%, True Grit with consistent gambling also 96.26%, Four Shots to Freedom increases to 96.30%, BONUSHUNT without gambling drops to 96.24%, BONUSHUNT with gambling rises to 96.33%, BAD BLOOD peaks at 96.36%, and DRAW OR DIE settles at 96.29%.
The 19 paylines create winning combinations through straight horizontal lines, V-shapes, inverted V-patterns, zigzags, diamond formations, and step patterns, all evaluating left to right from the leftmost reel. Medium-low volatility at 2 out of 5 stars means more frequent smaller wins compared to high-variance alternatives, making the 20,000x maximum win particularly impressive for this volatility rating.
Bet limits span 0.10 to 50.00 EUR in base game, though feature purchases can exceed the maximum bet limit. The 5-reel, 3-row grid uses a desert dusk backdrop with stormy grey clouds, sandy terrain, and towering saguaro cacti creating authentic Wild West atmosphere whilst Katherine O'Callaghan stands beside the reels with her rifle, red hair flowing, and face partially covered by her signature red bandana.
VS or Bounty VS symbols expand to cover entire reels, showing cinematic duels between characters. Outlaw DuelReels add multipliers together across multiple reels. Bounty DuelReels feature progressive multipliers in True Grit bonus.
Triggered by 3 FS scatters. Choose between guaranteed 10 free spins with progressive Bounty Hunter multipliers or gamble on revolver chambers.
Activated by 4 FS scatters or successful gamble. 10 free spins with Bullets and Bounty Bar tracking Bounty Hunter symbols across 4 progressive levels.
Hidden epic bonus from 5 FS scatters. 10 free spins starting at DuelSpin Level 1 with progressive Bounty Hunter multipliers. Combines Four Shots mechanics with True Grit multiplier progression.
Costs 1.5x base bet. Each spin becomes 5 times more likely to trigger a bonus game. Medium volatility feature purchase option.
Costs 30x base bet. Guarantees minimum 2 VS, Bounty VS, or combination landing every spin. Highest RTP feature at 96.36%.
Costs 30x base bet. Guarantees at least 1 Bounty VS symbol every spin. High volatility option focused on Bounty DuelReels.
19 paylines evaluate left to right. Card suits form low pays, themed symbols deliver medium wins, specials offer highest payouts plus features.
Bullets and Bounty operates on Hacksaw Gaming server version 2.0.240 with game version 1.0.0. The random number generator carries full certification, ensuring fair and unpredictable outcomes across all spins and bonus features.
The slot complies with accessibility requirements established by Directive EU 2019/882, the European Accessibility Act. Full keyboard navigation exists through shortcuts: SHIFT+S toggles sound, SHIFT+M controls music, SHIFT+I opens information, SHIFT+P displays paytable, SHIFT+Arrow UP/DOWN adjusts bet, SHIFT+T activates turbo, SHIFT+B accesses bonus menu, SHIFT+A opens autoplay, and SHIFT+ENTER confirms selections.
Autoplay functionality includes customisable round counts from 10 to 1000 spins, loss limits at 5x, 20x, 50x bet or custom amounts, single win limits at 10x, 20x, 75x bet or custom values, and optional stops on special feature wins. Interrupted games resume immediately upon return with completed round results displayed, whilst unfinished games void after 24 hours.
Standard disclaimer applies: malfunction voids all pays and plays. Complete game history remains viewable after closing the game window. Hacksaw Gaming maintains full documentation at www.hacksawgaming.com.