Push Gaming has expanded its portfolio with Mad Blast, a high-volatility, scatter-paying slot that combines cascading wins with a powerful progressive multiplier system. Played on a 5×6 grid, the game’s action takes place in the workshop of the Mad Tinkerer, a mysterious inventor surrounded by colorful, robotic-inspired bomb symbols.
Unlike traditional paylines, Mad Blast rewards players when eight or more matching symbols land anywhere on the reels. Each win removes the winning symbols from the grid, allowing new ones to fall into place, potentially triggering consecutive cascades. What makes this mechanic even more dynamic is the Total Multiplier, which doubles with each winning cascade—reaching a staggering 2,048x multiplier at its peak. However, this multiplier resets after a non-winning cascade in the base game.
The Multiplier Boost symbol enhances gameplay by increasing the Total Multiplier by 1 to 5 steps when part of a winning combination. Additionally, the Extra Life symbol gives players a second chance when a losing spin occurs by clearing all symbols except for scatters, Multiplier Boosts, and the most common symbol on the grid.
Free Spins, Bonus Buys, and Multiplier Strike Out
Mad Blast features an enticing free spins round, activated when players land three or more Mad Head scatter symbols. The number of free spins and the starting multiplier value increase depending on the number of scatters landed:
- 3 scatters: 8 free spins with a 2x starting multiplier
- 4 scatters: 10 free spins with a 4x starting multiplier
- 5 scatters: 12 free spins with an 8x starting multiplier
During free spins, the Multiplier Strike Out feature is introduced, further intensifying gameplay. After three consecutive winning cascades, the lowest active multiplier step is removed, ensuring progressively larger wins. However, the 2,048x multiplier remains intact, preventing a complete reset.
For players eager to skip the base game and jump directly into the action, Mad Blast includes two Bonus Buy options (where permitted by regulation):
- 150x the bet: 8 free spins with a 2x starting multiplier
- 750x the bet: 12 free spins with an 8x starting multiplier
The Push Bet feature is also available, doubling the base bet while increasing the probability of landing scatter symbols and triggering free spins.
Design, Sound, and Overall Gameplay Experience
Visually, Mad Blast leans into a tech-driven, sci-fi aesthetic, featuring robotic designs and a dark, futuristic backdrop with deep purple and black tones. A large mechanical robot looms in the background during gameplay, reinforcing the high-energy atmosphere.
The soundtrack complements the theme with electronic, fast-paced beats, though the intensity of the sound effects may be overwhelming for some players. Fortunately, the option to mute is available. The game interface includes a progress meter on the left, tracking the player’s position in the multiplier progression, while shortcut buttons and the Mad Blast logo are displayed on the right.
Push Gaming has built a reputation for innovative slots, and Mad Blast draws comparisons to popular scatter-pay games like Sweet Bonanza and Gates of Olympus. However, with mechanics reminiscent of Yggdrasil’s DoubleMax series, Mad Blast introduces its own identity by integrating cascading wins, a multiplier system, and unique bonus elements.
The slot’s RTP varies between 96.34% and 94.30%, depending on the game version. Its high volatility means wins may be less frequent, but when they do land, they can be substantial. With a maximum payout of 10,000x the stake, Mad Blast caters to both casual players and high rollers, offering betting limits ranging from €0.10 to €100.
Ihor Lozinskiy, Head of Studio at Push Gaming, shared insights into the slot’s potential: “Mad Blast creates explosive win potential every spin, with wins allowing for the creation of more wins and each increasing the title’s multiplier. The slot quickly expands the win potential on offer, and we are confident this is something players will gravitate toward.”