Golden Hen Demo Slot by Light & Wonder Free Play

Golden Hen is an online Slot from Light & Wonder.

Quick Facts

- Layout: 5 reels x 3 rows

- Paylines: 243 ways-to-win

- Key mechanics: Free Games feature, Merged Wild/Scatter symbols, 5x Multiplier for 5-of-a-kind wins

- Special symbols: Rooster Wild, Target Scatter, Golden Rooster (Bonus symbol)

How the Game Plays

Golden Hen takes you to a bright, sun-drenched farm where the reels are filled with vibrant rural life. Developed by Light & Wonder (via the NextGen Gaming studio), the game utilizes a popular 243-ways-to-win system, meaning wins are awarded for matching symbols on adjacent reels from left to right. Symbols include farmyard staples such as chicks, mother hens, and a classic barn. The Rooster serves as the Wild, appearing on the middle reels to help complete winning combinations by substituting for standard symbols.

Free Spins Explained

The Free Games feature is the heart of the experience and is triggered when three Scatters (Target symbols) or three Wilds appear on the center reels. Once activated, you are awarded 10 free spins. During this bonus round, the Wild and Scatter symbols merge into a single "Golden Rooster" symbol, which acts as both. This merged symbol significantly increases the likelihood of retriggering the bonus. Additionally, any five-of-a-kind win achieved during the free games is boosted by a 5x multiplier, offering the potential for the game's highest rewards.

Golden Wins & Mechanics

A unique aspect of this slot is its high RTP of 97.22%, which is notably higher than the industry average. While the gameplay remains straightforward, the ability to trigger the bonus through both Wilds and Scatters provides more frequent paths to the feature. The game's focus is on steady base play punctuated by the high-value multipliers found within the coop during the bonus round.

Click the Play for Free button to load the Golden Hen demo, test its features and payouts and decide if it is a game you enjoy.