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Merge Up Slot Overview

Merge Up is a very high-volatility grid slot by BGaming, built around a 6x6 Cluster Pays layout and a merge-based symbol progression system. Released on October 26, 2023, this innovative slot draws inspiration from mobile match-3 games, creating a unique gaming experience that blends familiar mechanics with slot gameplay.

Game Specifications

The slot operates on 97.25% RTP with very high volatility, offering a maximum win of 5,000x the bet. Players can set their bet amount between 0.20 and 50.00 per round, making it accessible to various bankroll sizes. The hit rate sits at 3.04, while the Free Spins round triggers on average once every 276 spins.

Merge Up Mechanics and Gameplay

The heart of the game lies in the shimmering Gem symbols of different levels, which form winning clusters and merge into higher-value symbols. When 4 or more identical symbols cluster together, they create a winning combination. After the cluster win pays out, some symbols will disappear, and others will merge together.

Symbol Progression System

There are nine levels of symbols in the game and the win amount is dependent on the level of merging symbols and their number, with the opportunity for a chain reaction of winnings. These upgraded symbols not only pay but also have the potential to merge again, setting the stage for a thrilling chain reaction of winnings.

Bonus Features

Free Spins Round

The Scatter symbol is the ninth level and appears at any position during the game. Four, five or six of the Scatter symbols hit anywhere on the screen trigger 15, 18 or 20 spins accordingly. During this Free Spins round, if three or more Scatter symbols hit the reels, five more free spins are awarded.

Cell Multipliers

During Free Spins, all winning clusters generate a sticky Cell Multiplier that remains on the reels until the Bonus round ends. Multipliers can be increased from x2 to x128 each time a winning combination is landed again, with this applied to subsequent wins.

Bonus Buy and Chance x2

The Bonus Buy option will cost 100x your current bet and instantly trigger the free spins bonus game. Additionally, a player can buy Chance x2 in the main game. It slightly increases the bet and gives the player more chances to hit free spins.