3 Arcane Cauldrons

3 Arcane Cauldrons is a Hold and Win slot developed by NowNow Gaming. The game is set in a dark fantasy world where three witches each tend a bubbling cauldron, and every spin brings the potential to activate one or more powerful bonus features.

The slot runs on a 5-reel, 3-row grid with 17 paylines. Its standout mechanic is the three-cauldron system: each cauldron – Pink (Multi), Green (Double), and Blue (Extra) – unlocks a distinct bonus when bonus symbols are collected. What sets 3 Arcane Cauldrons apart from standard Hold and Win titles is the ability to trigger and combine all three cauldron features simultaneously, which adds a layer of depth not commonly found in the format.

Key highlights of the game include:

• Three distinct bonus modes, each tied to a separate cauldron
• The ability to combine bonuses in the Multiple Arcane Bonus
• Four Jackpot prize tiers up to 10,000x
• Multiple Bonus Buy options including BonusHunt FeatureSpins™

NowNow Gaming built the game with a progressive structure: base game spins build toward feature activation, ensuring that even non-winning spins contribute to eventual bonus triggers.

The RTP of 96.35% was calculated by simulating 10,000,000,000 rounds. Note that Bonus Buy variants carry slightly different RTPs: BonusHunt FeatureSpins™ at 96.23%, Single Arcane Bonus at 96.25%, and Multiple Arcane Bonus at 96.29%.

3 Arcane Cauldrons is set in a moonlit stone crypt. The background features dark arched corridors lit by flickering torchlight. A glowing blue spectral witch hovers on the right side of the reels, while skull ornaments and candles frame the grid.

The three cauldrons above the reels are central to the visual design. Each glows in a distinct color – pink, green, and blue – and pulsates when filled with bonus symbols during gameplay. The effect makes the top of the screen feel alive and active throughout play.

Symbol design leans into the dark fantasy aesthetic. Owls, poisoned potions, glowing lanterns, and gem-encrusted skulls make up the symbol set, rendered with sharp detail against the dark reel background. A black raven serves as the Wild.

The soundtrack sets an atmospheric tone – understated and eerie without being distracting. Combined with the clean, readable interface, the game strikes a balance between immersive presentation and functional clarity.

3 Arcane Cauldrons is played on a standard 5x3 grid. Wins form when matching symbols land on adjacent reels from left to right, starting on the leftmost reel. The game uses 17 fixed paylines.

To start playing:

• Set your bet – Use the up/down arrows next to the bet display to choose a stake between 0.10 and 100.
• Spin – Press the circular spin button to start a round.
• Autoplay – Select a number of automatic spins via the autoplay option.
• Paytable – Access full symbol payouts and feature rules via the three-bar menu.
• Bonus Buy – Use the Buy Bonus button to purchase direct access to bonus features.

During the base game, three bonus symbols can land on any reel. Each is linked to one of the three cauldrons above the reels. When a bonus symbol lands, it is collected into its matching cauldron and reveals a bet multiplier, transforming into a Coin symbol. The cauldron may then randomly trigger its associated bonus game.

Single Arcane Bonus

Triggered when a bonus symbol is collected into a cauldron, which may randomly activate one of the three bonus games. All bonus and Jackpot symbols from the triggering spin carry over into the feature. During the bonus, only Coin symbols and Jackpot symbols can appear on the reels. When the feature ends, the total value of all collected Coin and Jackpot symbols is paid out.

Bonus Buy Option: Yes – Single Arcane Bonus can be purchased for €100.00 at a €1.00 base bet (100x the bet). RTP: 96.25%.

Extra Re-Spin Bonus (Blue Cauldron)

When the blue bonus symbol triggers this feature, the re-spin counter starts at 4 instead of the standard 3. Every time a new Coin or Jackpot symbol lands, the counter resets to 4. All other Hold and Win mechanics remain the same.

Bonus Buy Option: Available via the Multiple Arcane Bonus purchase.

Multipliers Bonus (Pink Cauldron)

When the pink bonus symbol triggers this feature, random multipliers of x2, x3, or x5 can attach to any Coin or Jackpot symbol during the bonus. If a Coin receives more than one multiplier, the values multiply together – for example, x2 and x5 result in x10. All multiplied values are added together at the end of the feature for the total win.

Bonus Buy Option: Available via the Multiple Arcane Bonus purchase.

Double Reels Bonus (Green Cauldron)

When the green bonus symbol triggers this feature, a second reel grid identical to the first is activated. At the start of the feature, all triggering bonus and Jackpot symbols are duplicated onto the new grid. New Coin and Jackpot symbols can land on either grid during re-spins, and both grids share a single re-spin counter. If the Multipliers bonus is also active, multipliers can appear on either grid.

Bonus Buy Option: Available via the Multiple Arcane Bonus purchase.

Multiple Arcane Bonus

Any combination of two, or all three, bonus features can activate simultaneously from a single spin. The core mechanics remain the same as the Single Arcane Bonus, but the active cauldron modifiers from each triggered bonus all apply at the same time.

Bonus Buy Option: Yes – Multiple Arcane Bonus (any 2 or all 3 features) can be purchased for 250x bet. RTP: 96.29%.

BonusHunt FeatureSpins™

Each spin costs 2x the standard base bet. While active, every spin is three times more likely to trigger a bonus feature. This option does not guarantee a bonus but increases the frequency of feature activation over time.

Bonus Buy Option: Yes – Activate for 2x bet. RTP: 96.23%.

Jackpot Symbols

Four Jackpot prize tiers exist, each tied to the current bet:

• Mini: 10x
• Major: 100x
• Mega: 1,000x
• Max Win: 10,000x (awarded when all 15 reel positions are filled during a bonus game)

Jackpot symbols can land in both the base game and during bonus games. In the base game, they display their multiplier values but are only awarded once a bonus game is triggered.

Wins in 3 Arcane Cauldrons form when 3, 4, or 5 matching symbols land on a payline from left to right. The table below shows base game payouts as multiples of the bet amount.

Wild Symbol: The Raven Wild substitutes for all standard symbols in the paytable. It does not substitute for bonus symbols or Jackpot symbols.

Bonus Symbols: Three distinct witch-themed bonus symbols appear only during the base game. Each is linked to a specific cauldron (Blue, Pink, or Green). They do not award payouts directly – their value is only realized when a bonus game is triggered.

Coin Symbols: These appear during bonus games and when bonus symbols are collected in the base game. Each Coin displays a bet multiplier. Possible values: 1x, 2x, 3x, 4x, 5x, 10x, 15x, 20x, 25x, 50x, 75x, 100x, 150x, 200x, 250x, 500x.

Standard wins form when 3 or more matching symbols land across one of 17 paylines, reading from left to right starting on reel 1. The Wild symbol substitutes for all regular symbols to complete winning combinations.

The main win potential, however, lies in the bonus games. Once a bonus is triggered, the Hold and Win mechanic takes over:

• Coin and Jackpot symbols land and stick in place
• 3 re-spins are awarded and reset each time a new Coin or Jackpot symbol lands
• The bonus ends when re-spins run out or all 15 grid positions are filled
• Filling all 15 positions awards the Max Win Jackpot of 10,000x

In the Double Reels bonus, two grids are active simultaneously, doubling the number of positions available for Coins and Jackpots. When the Multipliers bonus is also active, coin values can increase significantly through combined multipliers.

The Max Win of 10,000x is only achievable during a bonus game when all grid positions are filled.

There is currently no direct sequel or variant of 3 Arcane Cauldrons. Players who enjoy the Hold and Win format with dark fantasy themes may find similar gameplay in NowNow Gaming's other releases. Forbidden Fury offers a high-volatility slot with cascading wins and multiplier mechanics in a comparable dark fantasy setting. Alchemist Wonders uses scatter pays and cascades with a potion and alchemy theme that shares some visual similarities with 3 Arcane Cauldrons.

3 Arcane Cauldrons brings a structured and well-executed approach to the Hold and Win format. The three-cauldron system gives each bonus its own identity, and the ability to combine them adds meaningful variety to the bonus games. The Double Reels feature, in particular, stands out as a differentiator within the format.

The base game functions primarily as a build-up phase, which may feel slow for players who prefer action on every spin. High volatility means bonus triggers can take time, and results within the bonus vary considerably.

Best suited for: Players who enjoy Hold and Win mechanics, dark fantasy themes, and feature combinations with high win potential. Less suited to players seeking frequent, consistent base game wins.