Last updated:
Igor Grigoriev
Pragmatic Play

Hold & Win Mechanics Pragmatic Play is a feature mechanic with repeated respins and fixing special characters on drums.

Forms a high voltage level and a clear goal - fill in the field to get a large win or jackpot.


Key characteristics

ParameterPlatform Value
Respins systemIncrease session time
Sticky symbolsIncreased engagement
Fixed prize valuesControlled economy
Jackpot integrationAdditional monetization
High max win potentialAttracting high-value players

How mechanics work

Trigger with special characters

Commit Dropped Characters

Restarting the respin counter with each new hit

Fill in the maximum payout field

Integrate local or network jackpots


What it gives the operator

Average turnover growth

Increased retention

Strong visual effect in the showcase

Possibility of tournament mechanics

Increase in LTV


What it gives the platform

Flexible setting of prize values

Trigger frequency control

Compatibility with jackpot systems

Integration with the bonus engine

High-load support


Where it works best

Mass-market storefronts

Crypto Casino

Tier-2 and Tier-3 markets

Brands with aggressive marketing

Feature-heavy slots


Integration

Jackpot management system

Bonus engine

Tournament engine

CRM & Retention tools

BI analytics


Role in product strategy

Hold & Win Mechanics Pragmatic Play is a tool for creating frequent high-impact moments, increasing engagement and increasing turnover of a slot product.