Wanted Dead or a Wild Slot by Hacksaw Gaming
Wanted Dead or a Wild is a 5-reel, 5-row video slot by Hacksaw Gaming with 15 fixed paylines, released in September 2021.
Wanted Dead or a Wild has a default RTP of 96.38%, high volatility, and a max win of 12,500x the bet. Wins form on fixed paylines with VS expanding wilds and multipliers.
Game facts
| Provider | Hacksaw Gaming |
|---|---|
| Game type | Slots |
| Release date | 29.09.2021 |
| RTP | 96.38%Other RTP versions: 94.55%, 92.33%, 88.42% |
| Volatility | High volatility |
| Max win | 12 500x the bet |
| Reels × rows | 5 × 5 |
| Pays | 15 paylines |
| Bet range | 0.2 – 100 |
| Hit frequency | about 19.3% |
| Free spins | 3 or more bonus symbols of one kind trigger its bonus round: Great Train Robbery (10 free spins, wilds stay in place for the round), Duel at Dawn (10 free spins with more VS symbols on the reels) or Dead Man's Hand |
| Multipliers | VS symbols expand to cover their reel as a wild with a multiplier from 2x to 100x; several VS multipliers on screen are added together before being applied to a win |
| Wild symbol | Yes |
| Jackpot | No |
| Bonus buy | Yes · Great Train Robbery 80x, Duel at Dawn 200x, Dead Man's Hand 400x the bet |
| Features | |
| Devices | Desktop and mobile browsers |
| Restrictions | Bonus buy is not available in the UK |
| Themes | Wild West |
How to play
- Set your bet from 0.2 to 100.
- Wins form when matching symbols land on a payline.
- VS symbols expand to cover their reel as a wild with a multiplier from 2x to 100x.
- Three or more bonus symbols of one kind trigger a bonus round.
Bonus features
- Great Train Robbery: 10 free spins with sticky wilds that stay in place for the round.
- Duel at Dawn: 10 free spins with more VS symbols on the reels.
- Dead Man's Hand: a collect phase of 3 spins that collects up to 20 wilds and a multiplier up to x31.
- VS expanding wild reels: VS symbols expand to cover their reel as a wild with a multiplier from 2x to 100x; several VS multipliers on screen are added together before being applied to a win.
- Bonus buy: Great Train Robbery costs 80x the bet, Duel at Dawn 200x, and Dead Man's Hand 400x the bet. Not available in the UK.
RTP and volatility
The default RTP is 96.38%. Some casinos run lower RTP versions (94.55%, 92.33%, 88.42%); the RTP of the version in play is shown in the game information screen. The volatility is high; the hit frequency is about 19.3%.
Is there an official app?
The APK file downloads with the download button on this page. To install it, allow the browser to install apps when Android asks, open the downloaded file, and confirm. Then open the app and play Wanted Dead or a Wild. The game runs on desktop and mobile browsers. The free demo is on this page; real-money play only where online gambling is legal for you.
Where to play for real money
Play Wanted Dead or a Wild only at licensed online casinos available in your country. Before playing, check the casino's licence, the RTP version in the game information screen, and that the bonus buy is available (it is not available in the UK). 18+.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the RTP of Wanted Dead or a Wild?
The default RTP is 96.38%. Some casinos offer versions with lower RTPs, which you can check in the game information screen.
What is the volatility and max win?
The volatility is high. The maximum win is 12,500x your bet.
How do I trigger the free spins?
You trigger a bonus round by landing 3 or more bonus symbols of one kind. There are three different bonus rounds.
Can I buy the bonus?
Yes, you can buy the bonus round. The costs are 80x, 200x, or 400x the bet depending on the round, but the bonus buy is not available in the UK.
Can I play Wanted Dead or a Wild for free?
Yes, you can try the free demo on this page before playing for real money.
How do I download and install the app?
Use the download button on this page to get the APK file. Then open the file and confirm the installation when Android asks.
Can I win real money?
Yes, you can win real money if you play at a licensed online casino. Remember that results are random.
Is there a strategy or trick to win?
No, results are random. Set a budget and use the demo to understand the game.
18+. Gambling involves risk; play only where online casinos are legal for you.
Updated: 25.10.2026