Release the Bison by Pragmatic Play – A Thrilling Pokie Adventure for Aussie Players on Joe Fortune

Get ready to embark on a wild journey with Release the Bison, a thrilling pokie from Pragmatic Play. With its engaging features and stunning graphics, this game offers plenty of excitement for Aussie players looking for a great time on Joe Fortune.

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Property Value Notes
Reels 5
Rows 4
Paylines 20 Fixed
Volatility High
RTP 96.54%
Max Win 3000× bet
Min Bet 0.20
Max Bet 300
Hit Frequency approx. 1/263 Estimated

RTP Section

This game has an RTP of 96.54%, which means it returns an average of $96.54 for every $100 wagered. There are no alternative RTP profiles available for this game as of now.


How the Pokie Plays

Release the Bison features a 5-reel, 4-row layout with 20 fixed paylines that pay left to right. Wins are formed by connecting matching symbols across active paylines, allowing for layered excitement every spin. The game boasts both low and high-paying symbols, each offering different payouts, making it essential for players to understand the symbol hierarchy for optimal play.


Symbol Category Role
10, J, Q, K, A Low Paying Standard symbols
Cheetah, Hyena, Eagle, Wolf High Paying Standard symbols
Bison Wild Wild Substitutes for all except Bonus Scatter
Blue Gem Scatter Bonus Scatter Triggers Free Spins

Symbol Category Payouts
Low Paying 3 0.15–0.40×
Low Paying 5 0.50–1.50×
High Paying 3 0.50–1.50×
High Paying 5 2–4×
Wolf 2 0.50×
Wolf 5 10×

Base Game Features

The base game includes several exciting features that enhance the gameplay experience:

Feature Description
Guaranteed Win Triggers on a non-winning spin with a payout range of 10–40× bet.
Wild Respin Triggered when 4 or more Wilds land, where Wilds roam to new positions with each respin.
Scatter Respin Two Bonus Scatters land to respin non-scatter reels, aiming to land a third Scatter.
Ante Bet Increases bet by 25% for a higher chance of triggering Free Spins but disables Bonus Buy.

Free Spins Feature

The Free Spins feature is triggered by landing 3 to 5 Bonus Scatters. Players spin a dual-sided wheel to determine the number of free spins and the multiplier:

Scatters Free Spins Multiplier
3 8, 10, 12, 15, 18 1, 2, 3, 4, 5
4 8, 10, 12, 15, 18 2, 3, 4, 5
5 10, 12, 15, 18 3, 4, 5

During Free Spins, Wilds have a roaming behaviour and can get sticky, remaining throughout the free spins. Additionally, additional Scatters can retrigger Free Spins.


Volatility / Maths — Known vs Unknown

Aspect Status
Volatility Rating High
Hit Frequency approx. 1/263
Max Win 3000×
RTP 96.54%

Joe Fortune Takeaway

  • Exciting high volatility pokie with a generous max win potential.
  • Features multiple ways to trigger Free Spins, enhancing win opportunities.
  • Engaging Wild and Respin features keep gameplay fresh.