DuelReels™ Showdown
Maximum Bounty Reward
Bullets and Bounty delivers a genuinely innovative mechanic through its DuelReels™ system, where VS and Bounty VS symbols transform entire reels into character showdowns. When a VS symbol lands, the reel expands to show a full-height outlaw character displaying a multiplier between 2x and 100x. The twist: if multiple Outlaw DuelReels appear in a winning combination, their multipliers add together rather than multiply, creating strategic tension in every spin.
The Bounty VS variant introduces Progressive Bounty Hunter Multipliers that persist and grow throughout bonus rounds. This mechanic fundamentally changes how the Four Shots to Freedom feature operates, where collecting Bounty Hunter symbols on an external bar triggers DuelSpins with guaranteed VS symbols across multiple reels simultaneously.
With 19 paylines across a 5x3 grid, the game balances medium volatility with substantial win potential. The base game RTP of 96.27% shifts slightly depending on bonus buy choices: Bad Blood FeatureSpins™ reaches 96.36% RTP by guaranteeing at least two VS symbols per spin, whilst Draw or Die FeatureSpins™ offers 96.29% RTP with mandatory Bounty VS appearances.
Three FS scatters trigger a critical decision: accept 10 free spins with Progressive Bounty Hunter Multipliers, or gamble on a six-chamber revolver. Chambers one and two award the superior Four Shots to Freedom bonus, whilst chambers three through six pay instant cash prizes of 5x, 5x, 10x, or 20x your bet. The gamble RTP matches the safe choice at 96.26%, making this a genuine strategic decision rather than mathematical certainty.
Landing four FS scatters or winning the revolver gamble activates the Bullets and Bounty Bar mechanic. This external collection system sits beside the main grid, accumulating Bounty Hunter symbols. Collecting two hunters triggers DuelSpin Level 1 with guaranteed VS symbols on two reels. Each subsequent level requires one additional hunter and guarantees one more VS reel, culminating in Level 4 where all five reels become DuelReels simultaneously.
Five FS scatters unlock 'Go Ahead, Make Her Day', the rarest feature starting immediately at DuelSpin Level 1 with Progressive Bounty Hunter Multipliers active from spin one. This combination of guaranteed VS symbols and growing multipliers creates the path to the 20,000x maximum win, though the five-scatter trigger makes this appearance exceptionally rare during natural play.
DuelReels multipliers range from 2x to 100x, randomly assigned when VS or Bounty VS symbols expand. The crucial distinction: Outlaw DuelReels add their multipliers when multiple appear in the same payline, whilst Bounty Hunter multipliers progress upward throughout bonus features. A base game spin might show a 7x Outlaw on reel two and a 12x Outlaw on reel four within a winning combination, applying a combined 19x multiplier to that specific win.
Progressive Bounty Hunter Multipliers function differently. Starting at their revealed value, they increase with each subsequent appearance during free spins. A Bounty Hunter revealing 5x on spin three of True Grit might show 8x on spin seven, then 12x on spin nine, with each increment adding to potential wins when that reel participates in winning combinations.
| Symbol | Type | 3 Match | 4 Match | 5 Match |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sheriff Badge | Premium | 0.20x | 0.50x | 1.00x |
| Cowboy Hat | High | 0.10x | 0.20x | 0.50x |
| Whiskey Bottle | Medium | 0.07x | 0.15x | 0.30x |
| Bull Skull | Medium | 0.06x | 0.12x | 0.25x |
| Wagon Wheel | Low | 0.05x | 0.10x | 0.20x |
| Card Suits | Low | 0.02x | 0.05x | 0.10x |
| Wild (Dynamite) | Special | - | - | 3.00x |
| VS / Bounty VS | Feature | - | - | 3.00x |
Base paytable values appear modest, with the top Sheriff Badge symbol paying just 1.00x for five matches. This design intentionally shifts win potential toward the DuelReels multipliers rather than symbol combinations alone. A five-Sheriff-Badge win becomes significant when intersecting with a 50x Outlaw DuelReel, transforming the 1.00x base into a 50x payout.
The Wild symbol substitutes for all paytable symbols but cannot replace FS scatters or trigger symbols. Interestingly, five Wilds pay 3.00x directly, matching the five-symbol payout for VS symbols, creating occasional substantial base game wins without requiring DuelReel activation.
Cost: 1.5x base bet
Increases bonus trigger probability by 5x. RTP varies based on whether you gamble True Grit bonuses (96.33%) or take guaranteed free spins (96.24%).
Cost: 30x base bet
Every spin guarantees minimum two VS symbols across any combination of standard VS and Bounty VS. Highest RTP of all purchase options.
Cost: 30x base bet
Guarantees at least one Bounty VS symbol every spin, focusing exclusively on Progressive Multiplier potential rather than quantity of VS symbols.
Cost: 35x base bet
Immediate access to the three-scatter bonus with gamble or free spins choice. Balanced approach between cost and feature access.
Cost: 100x base bet
Bypasses lower bonuses entirely, starting with the Bullets and Bounty Bar mechanic and DuelSpin progression system from first spin.
Bad Blood FeatureSpins™ offers the highest theoretical return at 96.36% RTP, making it mathematically optimal for extended sessions. However, the 30x cost versus Four Shots' 100x cost represents different volatility profiles. Bad Blood provides more frequent smaller wins through guaranteed VS symbols, whilst Four Shots concentrates variance into the DuelSpin progression system.
The gamble decision within True Grit presents genuine strategic depth. Both options maintain 96.26% RTP, but the gamble offers 33.3% chance of upgrading to Four Shots to Freedom versus 66.7% chance of instant cash prizes. Players seeking maximum win potential should gamble consistently, whilst those preferring guaranteed feature play should accept the free spins.
BonusHunt FeatureSpins™ at merely 1.5x bet cost creates an interesting middle ground. The 5x increased trigger rate means bonuses appear roughly every 200 spins instead of 1,000, dramatically reducing the capital required to experience all features naturally. For players wanting authentic bonus discovery without excessive base game grinding, this represents exceptional value despite slightly lower RTP when avoiding gambles.
Hacksaw Gaming's implementation includes comprehensive keyboard shortcuts for accessibility. SHIFT+B opens the bonus buy menu, SHIFT+1 through SHIFT+4 instantly purchase specific bonuses, whilst SHIFT+F1 through SHIFT+F4 activate the various FeatureSpins modes. SHIFT+A accesses autoplay with customisable loss limits, single win limits, and special feature stop conditions.
The game supports bet ranges from €0.10 to €50.00 in base mode, with bonus purchases potentially exceeding the standard maximum. At €50.00 base bet, Four Shots to Freedom costs €5,000.00, requiring substantial bankroll for high-stakes bonus buying. The 19 paylines remain fixed rather than adjustable, with all lines active on every spin.
Mobile optimisation maintains full functionality across touch devices, with the 5x3 grid scaling appropriately for portrait and landscape orientations. The DuelReels expansion animation adapts to screen size, ensuring character reveals remain visually impactful regardless of device. Super Turbo™ mode available separately for base game and bonus game, allowing players to accelerate only the segments they choose.