Cascades

What are Cascades?

The Cascades feature is a dynamic and interactive mechanic in slot games that creates additional winning opportunities in a single spin. When a winning combination is formed, the symbols involved disappear, allowing new symbols to drop into the empty spaces. This "chain reaction" effect can result in multiple consecutive wins without requiring extra spins, adding excitement and depth to the gameplay.

How Do Cascades Work?

Cascades operate through a seamless, step-by-step process that enhances the player experience:

1. Win Trigger:A winning combination appears on the reels.
2. Symbol Removal:Winning symbols vanish from the reels, leaving empty spaces.
3. New Symbols Drop:Symbols from above fill the empty spaces, potentially forming new winning combinations.
4. Repeat Process:The cycle continues as long as new winning combinations are formed during the same spin.

Each cascade occurs as part of a single spin, giving players additional chances to win without placing another wager. Cascades only stop when no further winning combinations can be formed.

Advantages of Cascades

For Players:

• Continuous Action: Cascades create a sense of momentum and excitement as new winning combinations emerge.
• Increased Payout Potential: Multiple wins can be achieved in one spin, adding to the overall rewards.

For Operators:

• Enhanced Engagement: Cascades tend to increase session duration by encouraging players to continue interacting with the game as they await additional winning combinations. This can lead to improved loyalty and better understanding of the game by players.
• Flexible Integration: This feature pairs well with other mechanics like Free Spins and Multipliers, enhancing the overall game offering.

How to Use Cascades in Gameplay

Cascades are an automatic feature integrated into the game mechanics. Players don’t need to activate it manually, as it triggers whenever a winning combination is achieved.

How it’s Recognized in Games:

• Symbols involved in the win disappear, creating a visual "cascade" effect.
• New symbols fill the gaps, offering more chances to win.
• Cascades continue until no additional winning combinations are formed.

Strategies for Maximizing Cascades

While Cascades are an automatic feature, players can use strategies to maximize their potential:

• Look for Games with Multipliers: Some games apply increasing multipliers with each cascade, significantly boosting payouts.
• Pay Attention to Themes: Games with Cascades often include other rewarding features like Wilds or Bonus Rounds that can enhance gameplay.
• Bet Strategically: Cascades don’t require extra spins, so players may adjust bets to optimize their overall winnings.

Information for Operators

The Cascades feature is designed to increase player chances while providing operators with versatile integration options.

Key Benefits for Operators:

• Customization: Identify symbols, combinations, or features that activate the x2 mechanic and adjust your gameplay accordingly.
• Market Appeal: This feature has broad appeal across demographics, making it an excellent addition to any slot portfolio.
• Game Management: Operators can manage the frequency, visuals, and payout structures associated with Cascades through back-office tools, ensuring the feature aligns with their platform’s goals.

The 18Peaches Cascade Feature

18Peaches has incorporated the Cascade feature in several of our games, each with unique twists to enhance the player experience.

Here are some of our games that feature Cascades:

• Cleo's Riches FlexiWays: In this game, winning combinations disappear from the reels, allowing new symbols to drop into place. This cascading action continues as long as new winning combinations are formed, creating endless possibilities for rewards with each spin.
• Lucky Skulls Bonanza: In this game, The Cascade feature activates after each spin. Winning symbols disappear, and remaining symbols cascade down, filling gaps from above. Cascades continue until no more wins occur.
• Frozen Fruits: The Cascade feature is integrated with special wild symbols that appear during the cascade, adding a layer of excitement and increasing winning potential.

Our Cascade feature is designed to keep players engaged while offering operators a versatile tool for player loyalty. With customization options and visual integration tailored to each game’s theme, the 18Peaches Cascade feature stands out as both engaging and flexible.