Expansion by Betsoft

Provider: Betsoft | Type: Video Slot | RTP: 96.08% | Max Win: 1,213× stake

Expansion is Betsoft's space-themed slot, launched in 2023 with a 5×4 grid and 30 fixed paylines. The central mechanic is Directional Wilds — Wild symbols that expand either horizontally, vertically, or diagonally across the grid when they land, covering multiple positions in a single spin. Stacked Mystery symbols in the base game can resolve into any regular symbol, creating unexpected clusters. Free Spins are triggered by three or more Scatters and can be purchased directly through a Bonus Buy option. Medium volatility and a 96.08% RTP place Expansion in the middle of Betsoft's catalogue — reliable, feature-rich, and accessible for players who want more than a classic fruit machine without the extreme swings of high-variance titles.

Game Overview

How to Play

1. Set your bet between $0.30 and $96 per spin

2. Press Spin — symbols land across five reels and four rows on 30 fixed paylines

3. Wins form left to right; Directional Wilds expand along a specific path (horizontal, vertical, or diagonal) when they land, converting multiple positions to Wilds simultaneously

4. Stacked Mystery Symbols can cover entire reels during base spins; they resolve into a single matching regular symbol, potentially creating large-symbol clusters

5. Three or more Scatter symbols anywhere on the reels trigger Free Spins

6. The Bonus Buy option provides direct access to Free Spins at a fixed multiple of the bet

Key Features

Directional Wilds The defining mechanic. When a Directional Wild lands, it expands along its assigned direction — horizontal Wilds cover an entire row, vertical Wilds cover a full reel, diagonal Wilds cut across the grid. A single Directional Wild can convert five or more positions on a single spin.

Stacked Mystery Symbols These appear in tall stacks during base play. When the reel stops, every Mystery symbol in the stack reveals the same random regular symbol, which can convert a reel into a block of matching icons and produce multi-payline wins from a single reel position.

Free Spins Triggered by three or more Scatters. During Free Spins, Directional Wilds and Mystery Symbols remain active, with the same potential to produce large coverage events as in the base game.

Bonus Buy Players can skip to Free Spins directly by paying a fixed premium. Useful for players who prefer concentrated feature play over extended base game sessions.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is the RTP of Expansion? A: 96.08%, in line with the industry average and consistent across Betsoft's 2023 release window.

Q: What is the maximum win? A: 1,213× your stake.

Q: How do Directional Wilds work exactly? A: Each Directional Wild has a preset expansion direction when it lands — horizontal (covers entire row), vertical (covers entire reel), or diagonal (covers a diagonal path across the grid). The direction is visible from the Wild's symbol design.

Q: Are Mystery Symbols available during Free Spins? A: Yes — both Directional Wilds and Stacked Mystery Symbols are active during Free Spins, with the same mechanics as the base game.

Q: Is demo mode available? A: Yes — Expansion can be played in demo mode at FatBet without registration.