Aztec Powernudge

Unveiled in April 2024, this slot merges the Powernudge downward-moving mechanic with a Scatter Pays payout system, this in a universe linked to one of the greatest Amerindian civilizations. The game uses a variety of popular features such as multipliers, Free Spins and a bonus purchase option to take players to the gates of Aztec treasures.

The setting for the Aztec Powernudge game is a clearing lost in the middle of a thick jungle, next to an ancient temple on the left, bearing witness to the past remains of a flourishing civilization. It seems that the Aztec treasure was spared from the Spanish Conquistadors, so much so that all you have to do is bend down to pick up the multitudes of crystals scattered on the ground.

Diamonds can appear with up to 100x multipliers!

Technically, the grid offers 6 reels with 5 rows, and we’re not far off the usual Powernudge slot statistics: volatility is high, rated 4 out of 5, the RTP is 96.46% and it’s possible to generate winnings of up to 5000x the stake. You’ll begin your exploration of pre-Columbian ruins by betting between $0.20 and $240 per spin.

If we remember correctly, this is the first time that the Scatter Pays system has been mixed with the Powernudge mechanism, which reserves an innovative action where symbols pay anywhere on the screen and automatically scroll down one position with each win. Aztec Powernudge can pay out when at least 8 identical symbols appear anywhere on the grid, and the payout is determined by the type and number of winning symbols. Gemstones are represented as strong symbols and pay between 0.40x and 15x the stake, while common A, K, Q and J pay between 0.25x and 1.50x the stake.

We also have the diamond as a Multiplier symbol and the Scatter to trigger Free Spins.

Multiplier Symbol

When a diamond appears on the reels, it carries a random multiplier. In the basic game, possible values range from 5x to 100x.

Powernudge Feature

When a winning combination occurs, the winnings are collected in a counter, and reels containing at least one of the winning symbols will automatically move down one row to reveal another symbol at the top. The win will be collected again for all winning combinations on the screen, and the Nudge function will only end when there are no more winning combinations on the screen.

All multipliers from the multiplier symbols will also be collected, and when no more moves down are possible, the total won will be multiplied by the total multiplier collected.

Free Spins

During downward moves, Scatter symbols are collected on the right-hand side of the grid. Collect 4, 5, 6, 7 or 8 Scatter symbols in the same Power Nudge sequence to win 15, 20, 25, 30 or 35 Free Spins respectively.

During the bonus, the Multiplier symbol can now carry multipliers of 250x, 500x or 1000x the bet in addition to the other possible values. In addition, the guaranteed minimum win is 15x the total stake. Should this minimum not be reached after the last free spin, more free spins will be awarded one after the other until the minimum win is reached or exceeded. You can also receive 5 additional Free Spins with 3 or more Scatter symbols collected in the same Nudge sequence.

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Buy Free Spins

Free spins can also be purchased using the Buy Bonus option, at a cost of 100x the total stake. When you buy the bonus option, you’ll receive 4, 5 or 6 Scatter symbols at random.

An Aztec adventure punctuated by a PowerNudge mechanism

Pragmatic Play has cleverly combined Powernudge and Scatter Pays in Aztec Powernudge to perpetuate the series with a new approach and theme. The Aztec world may not be the most original, but it still boasts beautiful, inviting graphics. If we look a little more closely at the game’s mechanics, we can appreciate the fact that it is not compulsory to find new winning symbols to create new winnings following the Powernudge move. On the other hand, we won’t have the pleasure of witnessing the tumbling symbols usually caused by a Scatter Pays win. The best thing to do is to try out the Aztec Powernudge slot in demo mode, so you can get a real taste of what’s in store in the game.