Wilderland is a NetEnt fantasy slot released on 24 March 2020, set in an enchanted forest where wild symbols move across a five-reel layout. The game uses 20 fixed paylines and a 5x3 playing area, with the Forest Treasure feature converting adjacent Wilds into Walking Wild variants. Its Free Spins round continues while at least one Walking Wild remains on the reels, subject to a guaranteed minimum of six spins.
Wilderland places the Activation Zone across the middle row during the base game. Two or more horizontally adjacent Wild symbols in that zone activate Forest Treasure and change into one of four Walking Wild forms. Each transformed symbol then moves one reel to the left at the beginning of the following paid spins.
Wilderland expands the Activation Zone to all three rows during Free Spins. Walking Wilds can expand, double line wins or count as Scatters, while the Magic Wild feature can return an eligible symbol to reel five after it leaves reel one. These events follow the programmed game rules and cannot be selected or guaranteed by the player.
Wilderland has the following verified specifications:
Developer: NetEnt
Release date: 24 March 2020
Game category: Video slot
Theme: Enchanted forest fantasy
Playing area: 5 reels x 3 rows
Winning system: 20 fixed paylines
Forest Treasure trigger: 2 or more horizontally adjacent Wilds in the Activation Zone
Walking Wild variants: Regular, Expanding, x2 and Scatter Walking Wilds
Free Spins trigger: 3 or more Scatter and/or Scatter Walking Wild symbols
Minimum Free Spins: 6
Main mechanics: Forest Treasure, Walking Wilds, Magic Wild and Free Spins
Maximum win potential: 800x stake
Volatility: High (7/10)
Demo available: Yes
Supported formats: Desktop and mobile
Wilderland is listed by Wildz with high volatility and demo play enabled. The game configuration offered by a licensed operator can vary by market, so the information panel inside the available version remains the relevant place to confirm its current rules and betting conditions. The quoted maximum win is a technical ceiling rather than an expected result.
Wilderland evaluates wins from left to right across 20 fixed paylines on a five-reel, three-row layout. A paid spin can land ordinary Wild symbols on any reel, where they substitute for regular paying symbols according to the paytable. Forest Treasure becomes available only when at least two Wilds appear side by side in the active horizontal zone.
Wilderland changes the triggering Wilds into Walking Wild symbols when Forest Treasure activates. Those symbols remain on the playing area between spins and move one reel left at the start of each new spin until they leave the grid. Their presence can improve the conditions for line wins, but it does not make a payout or feature continuation certain.
Wilderland activates Forest Treasure when two or more adjacent Wilds land horizontally in the Activation Zone. The zone covers the middle row in the base game, so qualifying Wilds must meet within that specific strip. Each triggering Wild becomes one of four Walking Wild variants chosen by the game.
Wilderland broadens the Activation Zone to the full 5x3 playing area during Free Spins. This gives Wild combinations on any row the possibility of creating additional Walking Wilds while the bonus is running. The expanded zone changes where the feature can start, not the random probability of a profitable result on any particular spin.
Wilderland includes a standard Walking Wild, an Expanding Walking Wild, an x2 Walking Wild and a Scatter Walking Wild. The Expanding version forms a full-reel stack, the x2 version doubles line wins in which it participates, and the Scatter version substitutes for both regular symbols and Scatters. Every Walking Wild advances one reel to the left at the start of the next spin.
Wilderland keeps these symbols active only until they move beyond reel one, unless another game feature returns or replaces them. Several Walking Wilds can therefore occupy the reels at once and may have different modifiers. Their type and landing pattern are randomly determined, so no stake choice can force a particular variant to appear.
Wilderland can activate Magic Wild in the base game after a stack of three Walking Wilds leaves reel one and no other Walking Wild remains. When the feature is awarded, the departing stack returns on reel five and begins another journey to the left. The official rules describe this as a possible event rather than an automatic return.
Wilderland applies a broader Magic Wild condition during Free Spins, where any number of Walking Wilds leaving reel one can activate the return. A successful return keeps at least one Walking Wild on the reels and can consequently extend the bonus sequence. Magic Wild is controlled by the game and cannot be triggered through timing, previous outcomes or a betting pattern.
Wilderland awards Free Spins when three or more Scatter and/or Scatter Walking Wild symbols appear anywhere during the base game. A trigger with three Scatters starts the feature with one Walking Wild in the centre of reel five. Each additional triggering Scatter adds another randomly placed Walking Wild or x2 Walking Wild for the first free spin.
Wilderland guarantees at least six Free Spins, but the round does not use a fixed upper count. Spins continue while a Walking Wild remains on the reels, and Forest Treasure or Magic Wild can introduce or return symbols that prolong the sequence. The open-ended structure allows a longer feature without guaranteeing either an extension or a win.
Wilderland has a platform volatility rating of 7/10, placing it in the high-volatility category. This profile indicates that results may be less evenly distributed than in a low- or medium-volatility game. Forest Treasure and the Free Spins sequence can concentrate part of the game’s win potential into feature events.
Wilderland volatility does not predict when a Walking Wild, bonus trigger or larger payout will occur. Each game cycle remains random and previous results do not make a particular outcome due. Players can manage their stake and session limits, but they cannot change the underlying volatility through a playing system.
Wilderland has an official maximum payout of 800x the stake. This figure is the upper win ceiling stated for the game and can involve favourable combinations of paylines, Walking Wild modifiers and bonus events. It should not be read as a typical return from Forest Treasure or Free Spins.
Wilderland requires an uncommon sequence of results to reach its maximum. The x2 Walking Wild can multiply qualifying line wins, while Expanding and Scatter Walking Wilds can alter the available symbol positions and bonus conditions. None of these mechanics ensures progress towards the maximum payout on a later spin.
Wilderland play begins by opening the game, reviewing its paytable and information panel, and selecting a stake within the controls supplied by the operator. One paid game cycle starts when the spin control is used, after which the reels determine line wins and any Forest Treasure activation. Players should understand the four Walking Wild types and Free Spins ending condition before using real money.
Wilderland is subject to Great Britain’s statutory online slot limits when provided by a Gambling Commission licensee. Customers aged 18–24 may stake no more than £2 per game cycle, while those aged 25 or older have a £5 maximum. These limits control the permitted stake per cycle but do not affect the random likelihood of a win.
Yes, Wilderland is available in mobile and desktop formats. Wilderland retains its five-reel layout, 20 paylines, Activation Zone and Walking Wild features on compatible phones and tablets. The interface adapts to the smaller display while the core feature rules remain the same.
Wilderland mobile performance can depend on the device, browser and internet connection used. Players should use a secure connection and confirm that the controls and information panel display correctly before staking. Opening the game on mobile does not change its volatility or random outcome generation.
Yes, Wilderland has demo play enabled at Wildz. Wilderland demo mode uses virtual credits, allowing the Forest Treasure, Walking Wild and Free Spins rules to be observed without a real-money stake. Any balance or win shown in the demo cannot be withdrawn as cash.
Wilderland demo results do not forecast later real-money outcomes because every game cycle is random. At a Gambling Commission-licensed website, age verification is required before customers may access free-to-play gambling games. Demo mode is therefore a way to inspect the mechanics, not a method for identifying a winning pattern.
Wilderland may be offered in Great Britain by an online operator holding the appropriate Gambling Commission permission and carrying the NetEnt game. Customers must be at least 18 years old, complete the required checks and follow the statutory online slot stake limits. Availability at a particular licensed website depends on its current game catalogue.
Wilderland is listed in Wildz’s international catalogue, but Wildz states that visitors from the United Kingdom are redirected to partner casinos. Players should use the Gambling Commission public register to check the business that ultimately provides the game before depositing. The international catalogue alone should not be treated as evidence that Wildz directly accepts a UK registration.
Wilderland real-money play in Great Britain is regulated by the Gambling Commission. Operators serving England, Scotland and Wales must hold the appropriate permission, and customers must be 18 or older. Licensed remote businesses must verify a customer’s name, address and date of birth before allowing gambling.
Wilderland players should distinguish Great Britain from the whole United Kingdom when applying these rules. Northern Ireland has a separate legal framework and is not governed by the Gambling Act 2005 in the same way as England, Scotland and Wales. The Gambling Commission’s public register can be used to check the status of a business serving the British market.
| Area | United Kingdom Rule |
|---|---|
| Minimum online gambling age | 18+ |
| Main regulator | Gambling Commission |
| Online casino licensing | Operators serving Great Britain must hold the appropriate Gambling Commission permission |
| Identity checks | Name, address and date of birth must be verified before gambling |
| Maximum online slot stake, ages 18–24 | £2 per game cycle, in force since 21 May 2025 |
| Maximum online slot stake, ages 25+ | £5 per game cycle, in force since 9 April 2025 |
| Free demo access at licensed operators | Age verification is required before access to free-to-play gambling games |
| Wildz status for UK visitors | Wildz states that UK visitors are redirected to partner casinos |
Min/Max Bet:
0.20 –
400.00
Volatility:
High
(7/10)
Platform:
Desktop & Mobile
Developer:
Net Ent
Game Type:
Slots