Black Wolf hold and win slot
By: Marcus Reed, Wolfbet Editorial Team | Updated: August 2026 | 6 min read | Reviewed by: Cipher Games Ltd Compliance Team
Gambling involves financial risk and can result in losses. Black Wolf has an RTP of 95.63%, meaning a theoretical house edge of 4.37% over the long term. Individual sessions can vary significantly from this figure. 18+ Only | Licensed Gaming | Play Responsibly
Black Wolf: Hold and Win is a 3 Oaks Gaming slot set in a moonlit northern wilderness. It runs on a 5×4 grid with 25 fixed paylines and centres on a Hold and Win bonus game, a Boost feature that amplifies Moon symbol values, and a four-tier jackpot system with a Grand Jackpot worth 1000× your stake. Medium volatility and a straightforward trigger structure make it accessible; the Grand Jackpot ceiling and the Boost multiplier stack give it genuine high-end potential.
- RTP: 95.63%
- Volatility: Medium
- Grand Jackpot: 1000× stake
- Jackpot tiers: Mini 20×, Minor 50×, Major 100×, Grand 1000×
- Grid: 5 reels × 4 rows, 25 fixed paylines
- Bet range: up to $36.48 max at Wolfbet
- Max win: $36,480 (1000× at max bet)
How the Game Works
Black Wolf uses a standard left-to-right payline structure across its 5×4 grid. Three or more matching symbols on an active payline pay out from the leftmost reel. Four symbol types operate outside this structure: the Wild substitutes for regular symbols, the Scatter triggers free spins, the Moon Bonus symbol feeds the Hold and Win game, and the Boost symbol amplifies all Moon values on screen.
Symbols and Paytable
The paytable splits into premium wildlife symbols and lower-paying card ranks. All values shown are multipliers of the total bet, paid for combinations of 3, 4, or 5 matching symbols on a payline.
Wild substitutes for all symbols except Scatter, Moon Bonus, Boost, and Mystery.
Features
Free Spins
Landing 3 Huntress Scatter symbols anywhere on the reels during the base game awards 8 free spins. During free spins, more Boost and Moon Bonus symbols are added to the reel set, increasing both the frequency of Boost activations and Hold and Win triggers. Retrigger: landing 3 more Scatter symbols during free spins awards a further 8 spins, with no cap on retriggers.
Boost Feature
The Boost symbol appears exclusively on reel 3 during the base game and free spins. During the Bonus Game it can land on any reel. When a Boost symbol lands alongside one or more Moon Bonus symbols, it collects the values shown on all Moon symbols currently visible on the grid, sums them together, and adds the total directly to your win for that round. A single Boost activation with multiple high-value Moons can produce outsized payouts within a regular spin — without requiring the full Hold and Win trigger.
Bonus Game (Hold and Win)
Landing 6 or more Moon Bonus symbols in a single spin triggers the Bonus Game. The rules:
- You start with 3 re-spins. All triggered Moon symbols stick to the reels.
- Each time a new Moon Bonus symbol lands, it sticks and the re-spin counter resets to 3.
- The round continues until re-spins run out or all 20 grid positions are filled with Moon symbols.
- At the end, all Moon symbol values are summed and paid as the Bonus Win.
- Mystery symbols can also land during the Bonus Game. They reveal as Mini, Minor, or Major jackpot symbols one by one when the round ends.
- During the Bonus Game, the Boost symbol can appear on any reel, amplifying the accumulated Moon values further.
Jackpot System
Four fixed jackpots are embedded in the Bonus Game as special Moon symbol variants:
The Grand Jackpot requires filling every position on the 5×4 grid with Moon symbols — a rare outcome that pays 1000× stake regardless of the individual Moon values collected. At Wolfbet's maximum bet of $36.48, the Grand Jackpot pays $36,480.
Key Stats
Bankroll Management
Black Wolf sits at medium volatility, meaning results are more evenly distributed than high-volatility Hold and Win titles — wins come at a reasonable pace but won't regularly be large. The Boost feature does most of the work in regular spins; the Bonus Game is where the jackpot-tier payouts live.
Two practical considerations: the Bonus Game requires 6+ Moon symbols simultaneously, which is a meaningful bar at medium volatility. Sessions targeting the Grand Jackpot (all 20 positions filled) should budget for extended play. The Boost feature in the base game and free spins provides a steadier return mechanism in the meantime. All outcomes are determined by a certified RNG — past spins have no effect on future results. For fairness details, visit Wolfbet's Provably Fair page.
How to Play Black Wolf at Wolfbet
- Create an account — Click "Join the Pack" on the Wolfbet homepage and register.
- Deposit funds — Wolfbet accepts 30+ cryptocurrencies, plus Visa, Mastercard, Apple Pay, Google Pay, and MoonPay for card-to-crypto purchases.
- Find the game — Search "Black Wolf" or browse the 3 Oaks Gaming section.
- Set your bet — Choose a stake up to $36.48 per spin.
- Play — Watch for the Huntress Scatter (free spins), Moon Bonus (Bonus Game), and Boost symbol (reel 3 in base game).
Responsible Gambling
Set a session budget before you start and treat Black Wolf as entertainment. The 95.63% RTP is a long-run theoretical figure — short sessions will deviate from it. If you want to set deposit limits, cooling-off periods, or request self-exclusion, contact our support team at support@wolfbet.com.
About Wolfbet
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Black Wolf RTP?
The RTP of Black Wolf at Wolfbet is 95.63%, with a 4.37% house edge. This is slightly below the iGaming industry average of approximately 96%.
What is the Black Wolf grid layout?
Black Wolf uses a 5-reel, 4-row grid with 25 fixed paylines. Wins pay left to right starting from the first reel, requiring 3 or more matching symbols on an active payline.
How do I trigger the Bonus Game?
Land 6 or more Moon Bonus symbols anywhere on the reels in a single spin. The Hold and Win Bonus Game then begins with 3 re-spins. All Moon symbols stick; each new Moon that lands resets the counter to 3. The round ends when re-spins expire or all 20 positions are filled.
How does the Boost feature work?
The Boost symbol appears on reel 3 during the base game and free spins, and on any reel during the Bonus Game. When it lands alongside Moon Bonus symbols, it collects and sums all visible Moon symbol values, adding the total to your current win. It is the primary source of large payouts outside the Bonus Game.
How do I win the Grand Jackpot?
The Grand Jackpot (1000× stake) is awarded when all 20 positions on the 5×4 grid are filled with Moon symbols during the Bonus Game — whether regular Moon, Mini, Minor, Major, or Mystery symbols that resolve as jackpot types.
What does the Mystery symbol do?
The Mystery symbol only appears during the Bonus Game. It is depicted as a howling wolf silhouette. At the end of the Bonus Game, Mystery symbols reveal one by one, each transforming into a Mini, Minor, or Major jackpot symbol and paying the corresponding value (20×, 50×, or 100× stake).
How are free spins triggered?
Land 3 Huntress Scatter symbols (the archer figure) anywhere on the reels to trigger 8 free spins. Retrigger: 3 more Scatters during free spins add another 8 spins. During free spins, more Boost and Moon Bonus symbols appear on the reels, increasing the chance of both Boost activations and Bonus Game triggers.
Is Black Wolf the same as Black Wolf 2?
No. Black Wolf 2 is a separate title from 3 Oaks Gaming with a different jackpot structure (up to 2000× vs. 1000×) and additional mechanics. Wolfbet hosts the original Black Wolf at this page.
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