PG Soft Unveils Dead Man’s Riches With Dynamic Wild Mechanics

A Duel Between Crews

Set against a high-seas backdrop, Dead Man’s Riches features two rival pirate factions chasing a single treasure trove beneath the ocean. The 5-reel, 3-row setup uses three types of Wilds—Red Skull, Blue Skull, and Captain—all substituting for standard symbols. The game’s central mechanic, the Travelling Wild Feature, triggers when Red or Blue Skull Wilds appear on the reels.

Once triggered, the feature grants a respin where each Red or Blue Skull moves one symbol position down. This continues until no such Wilds remain, ending the feature. Crucially, these Wilds carry multipliers that can stack when combined.

A standout twist occurs when a Red Skull and Blue Skull Wild occupy the same symbol position during the Travelling Wild Feature. This activates the Wild Captain, which fuses the multipliers of both Wilds into one enhanced symbol. If either base Wild lacks a multiplier, it is treated as x1 by default.

This mechanic not only adds depth to the gameplay but also creates meaningful anticipation around reel positioning—something rarely emphasized in standard video slots.

Free Spins

Triggering Free Spins requires three or more Scatter symbols. Once activated, players face a choice: 15 standard Free Spins or 8 Free Spins featuring Persistent Wilds.

In the latter option, Red Skull and Blue Skull Wilds that would normally leave the reels instead reappear—either at the top row or on the fifth reel—extending their impact. This design encourages players to consider volatility and style of play before committing.

“Dead Man’s Riches casts players off on a maritime voyage to track down a legendary treasure beneath the crashing waves. Steer a course through seas packed with Free Spins, travelling Wilds, and two buccaneering crews”, a company spokesperson said.