Gold Strike (Blueprint Gaming) – Review & Demo Play

Gold Strike - Game Overview

Gold Strike by Blueprint Gaming hits the sweet spot for me. It runs on a 6x4 layout with 4,096 ways to win, wrapped in a retro Las Vegas vibe backed by rock riffs. Released in February 2024, it carries a default 96% RTP with a high volatility profile, and a max win of 10,000x stake. I rate the presentation as proper nostalgic without feeling dated, and the modern mechanics keep it punchy over a session.

Base Game & Features in Gold Strike

Gold Strike runs a 6x4 grid with 4,096 ways, using scatter pays from left to right. High pays can connect from two of a kind starting on reel 1, while other symbols need three or more. This setup throws out tidy line hits without traditional paylines. I found momentum decent even at flat stakes, with reels feeling active rather than waiting ages for a feature.

Wilds drop on reels 2 to 5, subbing for regular pay symbols but not Scatters or any Cash items. The Cash Collect mechanic is the heartbeat. Cash symbols, including Mini 25x, Major 250x and Mega 2,500x, land across all six reels. When a Collect Scatter lands with them, it scoops the displayed values. These pick-ups broke up dry patches for me and gave the base game a purpose beyond waiting on Scatters.

Symbols & Paytable in Gold Strike

Symbols lean into classic fruit machine territory. High pays are 7s, Bells, Plums, Lemons and Cherries, backed by A to 9 for the lows. Scatters trigger features and carry their own pay potential, with scatter payouts climbing to chunky sums when stacked, while Wilds only substitute. It’s a clean table that veteran players read at a glance, and it supports the 4,096-ways engine well without fiddly symbol upgrades or confusing tiers.

Gold Strike Symbols and Paytable

Symbol	Quantity	Payout
	Scatter
	6	x5
	5	x2.5
	4	x2
	3	x1.5
	2	x1
	6	x2.5
	5	x2
	4	x1.5
	3	x1
	2	x0.5
	6	x2.5
	5	x2
	4	x1.5
	3	x1
	2	x0.5
	6	x2
	5	x1.5
	4	x1.2
	3	x0.8
	2	x0.2
	6	x2
	5	x1.5
	4	x1.2
	3	x0.8
	2	x0.2
	6	x1.5
	5	x1.2
	4	x1
	3	x0.5
	6	x1.5
	5	x1.2
	4	x1
	3	x0.5
	6	x1.2
	5	x1
	4	x0.8
	3	x0.4
	6	x1.2
	5	x1
	4	x0.8
	3	x0.4
	6	x1
	5	x0.8
	4	x0.5
	3	x0.3
	6	x1
	5	x0.8
	4	x0.5
	3	x0.3
	Wild

Gold Strike Free Spins & Bonus Features

Hit three or more Scatters and you pick your path. That choice matters, as the bonuses play very differently and suit mood or bankroll. I liked being in control rather than being forced into one mode, and both routes can retrigger. Across multiple sessions the trigger rate felt fair for a high volatility slot, with the base game’s Cash Collect doing its bit to hold balance while chasing the feature you prefer.

Wild Strike Spins serve the punchier ride. You start on 8 spins with an unlimited win multiplier that goes up by 1 every time a Wild lands. With 2 or more Scatters, extra spins drop in. The best results came when I chained a couple of retriggers, pushing the multiplier high enough to make even middling ways spill decent totals. When it hits, it can climb fast and threatens that 10,000x cap.

Cash Strike Spins is the slow-burn builder. Cash and Cashpot symbols feed a trail, and hitting 12 unlocks a 10x multiplier on collected values. Progress can add extra spins, so momentum builds when the board stays lively. It’s a proper sweat watching each spin inch the meter forward. For players outside the UK, there’s a Bonus Buy at 75x bet to jump straight in, with the stated RTP holding at 96% whichever path you pick.

RTP, Volatility and Win Potential in Gold Strike

Gold Strike runs a 96.00% RTP by default, with a 94% setting seen at some operators. Volatility sits high, so sessions can swing. The 10,000x max win is in reach through the bonus routes and scatter pays, while the Cash Collect gives base spins teeth. I tailored stake to ride the variance and found the maths best suited to measured sessions rather than all-in punts.

There’s a Jackpot King variant listed at 94.99% RTP with a medium volatility tag and a 10,000x cap outside the progressive pots. That build plays steadier for me. The contribution to the shared pots trims the RTP a touch, yet any spin can fire the jackpot bonus where crowns lead to a wheel with three pots. I adjust staking and session length on JK games, leaning on time on device to let the side feature roll naturally.

Our Honest Verdict on Gold Strike

Gold Strike blends a classic Vegas look with current mechanics that keep me engaged. The dual bonus choice is the standout, and the Cash Collect stops the base from going stale. It feels familiar if you’ve played cash collect and multiplier systems before, but it’s executed well. I logged plenty of sessions where patience paid, and the game kept throwing meaningful decisions rather than autopilot spins.

For UK play, I rate it as a solid pick for mid-stakes grinders and anyone who enjoys a high variance chase with clear feature depth. I rotate between Wild Strike when I’m hunting peaks and Cash Strike when I want steady ladder moments. It’s not trying to reinvent anything, yet it delivers steady thrills and a fair crack at notable wins.