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Complete Guide to Fear the Dark by Hacksaw Gaming

Complete Guide to Fear the Dark by Hacksaw Gaming
96.25%RTP
5,000xMax Win
6×6Grid
Cluster PaysPaylines
MediumVolatility

Step into the Shadows with Fear the Dark!

Fear the Dark by Hacksaw Gaming is a 6x6 cluster pays horror slot. Wins form from clusters of 5+ matching symbols. The Moon Man scatter triggers the Full Moon multiplier overlay. Alone in the Dark is the free spins mode (10 or 15 spins, increased Moon Man frequency). When free spins end, the game enters Darkness Spins — shrinking the grid to 4x4 then 2x2 for 2 extra spins each time. Medium volatility, 96.25% RTP, max win 5,000x. Max bet: 2,000.

Symbols & Paytable

Symbol567–89–1011–1314+
Staircase / Headstone0.10x0.20x0.40x0.80x3.20x12.80x
Drink0.20x0.40x0.60x1.20x4.80x19.20x
Block0.20x0.50x0.70x1.50x6.00x24.00x
Cross0.30x0.50x0.80x1.70x7.00x28.00x
Ghost0.50x0.80x1.20x2.50x10.00x40.00x
Ghoul0.60x0.90x1.50x3.00x12.00x48.00x
Pig0.70x1.00x2.00x4.00x16.00x64.00x
Clown1.00x1.50x3.00x5.00x20.00x80.00x
Zombie1.50x2.50x5.00x10.00x40.00x120.00x

Full Moon, Alone in the Dark & Darkness Spins

Full Moon: Landing the Moon Man scatter activates 2–5 Full Moon multiplier symbols at the top of the grid, each corresponding to a high-paying symbol with values of 2x–100x. Applied to all wins on that symbol. When no new wins occur, multipliers are removed one by one and the corresponding symbols cascade off the grid.

Alone in the Dark (3 scatters → 10 spins / 4 scatters → 15 spins): Increased Moon Man frequency during the feature. Landing additional scatters awards 4 extra spins. Full Moon activations occur more frequently throughout.

Darkness Spins Mode: After all free spins are consumed, 2 additional spins are awarded on a shrinking grid — first 4x4, then 2x2. If Full Moon triggers during Darkness Spins, the grid resets to 6x6 and continues. Creates a high-stakes final phase with concentrated symbol density.

Bonus Buy Options

OptionCost
BonusHunt FeatureSpins3x bet — 5x trigger boost
Moon Man FeatureSpins40x bet — at least 1 Moon Man per spin
Buy 10 Free Spins100x bet
Buy 15 Free Spins150x bet

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Facts & Figures

FieldValue
TitleFear the Dark
ProviderHacksaw Gaming
Reels6
Rows6
PaylinesCluster Pays (5+ symbols)
RTP96.25%
Max Win5,000x
VolatilityMedium
Min Bet0.10
Max Bet2,000.00
ThemeHorror / Graveyard
Feature Buy Available?Yes

FAQ

What is Darkness Spins Mode?
After all free spins are used, 2 extra spins play out on a 4x4 grid, then 2 more on a 2x2 grid. If Full Moon triggers during this mode, the grid resets to 6x6 and the feature continues.
What multiplier range does Full Moon offer?
Moon Man multiplier symbols carry values of 2x–100x, applied to all wins on the corresponding symbol type.
What is the difference between 10 and 15 free spins?
3 scatters award 10 spins. 4 scatters award 15 spins. Both feature increased Moon Man frequency and can extend with additional scatters (+4 spins per trigger).
What is the max win?
5,000x your stake.