Once Again Upon a Time Hold & Win Slot at Fish and Spins Casino

Fish and Spins Casino offers this particular title among its collection of modern releases. Once Again Upon a Time – Hold & Win brings a fresh take on fairy tale themes with advanced mechanics. Booming Games released this slot in 2023 as part of their Hold & Win series. The game features a 5×3 grid with 25 paylines and medium volatility. Players can bet from £0.25 to £50 per spin with a maximum win potential of 5,000x the stake. The RTP stands at 95.95%, which sits slightly below the industry average. The title combines classic fairy tale imagery with the popular Hold & Win mechanic that triggers bonus rounds. Unlike standard slots, this game locks special symbols in place during bonus features to create bigger winning combinations.

Symbol Payouts and Values

Symbol	3 Matches	4 Matches	5 Matches
Prince	£2.50	£10.00	£50.00
Princess	£2.00	£8.00	£40.00
Castle	£1.50	£6.00	£30.00
Crown	£1.00	£4.00	£20.00
Ring	£0.75	£3.00	£15.00
A/K	£0.50	£2.00	£10.00
Q/J	£0.40	£1.50	£8.00

Game Mechanics and Features

The base game operates on a standard grid where winning combinations form from left to right. The activity includes wild symbols that substitute for regular icons to complete winning lines. Scatter symbols appear on reels 1, 3 and 5 to trigger the main bonus round. The Hold & Win feature activates when six or more bonus symbols land anywhere on the reels. These special icons lock in place while the remaining positions spin again. Users receive three respins that reset each time a new bonus symbol appears. The round continues until no respins remain or all positions fill with bonus symbols. Each locked icon displays a cash value or jackpot symbol that contributes to the final payout.

Bonus Rounds and Special Features

The free spins mode triggers with three scatter symbols anywhere on the grid. Players receive 10 free games with enhanced features during this round. The activity includes:

Sticky wilds that remain locked for the duration of free spins
Multipliers up to 3x on winning combinations
Additional free spins when three more scatters land
Higher frequency of bonus symbols for Hold & Win triggers

The jackpot system includes four progressive levels. Mini, Minor, Major and Grand jackpots become available during the Hold & Win round. Special jackpot symbols can land on any position during the bonus feature. Filling the entire grid with bonus symbols guarantees the Grand jackpot prize.

Betting Options and Return Rates

The title at Fish&Spins accommodates different bankroll sizes with its wide betting range. Casual fans can start with minimum bets while high rollers have room to increase stakes significantly. The autoplay function allows up to 100 automatic spins with customizable stop conditions. The volatility rating means wins occur with moderate frequency but vary in size. Players should expect periods without significant payouts followed by larger winning streaks. The hit frequency sits at approximately 28%, meaning roughly one in four spins produces a winning combination. This balance makes the game suitable for extended playing sessions without depleting bankrolls too quickly.

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