300SPINS™BALANCEDShadows Inc.
Hacksaw Gaming
Shadows Inc is a futuristic assassin-themed slot by Hacksaw Gaming.
The slot is built on a 5x4 reel grid with 14 paylines and offers a theoretical maximum win of x15,000x.
It also comes with special features such as Best of Bonus and Standard Free Spins, adding extra gameplay variety from the feature mix and a separate free-spin phase with expanded payout chances.
Verdict
BALANCEDPlayer Fit Spectrum
Balanced
CasualBalancedHardcore
Based on the 300SPINS™ test, Shadows Inc. may sit between casual and hardcore play styles, with elements of both.
In addition, the highest win multiplier was relatively large in this test. This may suit players who enjoy standout wins from a single spin.
About 300SPINS™
Every 300SPINS™ review starts with hands-on play: we manually play each slot, record the results and analyze the session data ourselves. Every test follows the same protocol: 300 paid spins in one continuous session, a fixed base bet, and no bonus buys or optional bet enhancements. Naturally triggered free spins and bonus rounds are included in the results. This consistent setup lets us compare win frequency, payout multipliers and feature activity across games. The analysis describes the recorded session, rather than the game’s complete long-term payout behavior.
Experienced RTP Deviation
RTP Deviation
139.5%
Below avg.Avg. (98.45%)Above avg.
Deviation measures how far this session’s RTP sits from the all-review average, whether above or below it.
This slot shows a large deviation from the average and is expected to display both sides of the experience: large wins and high losses.
About RTP Deviation
This analysis does not evaluate the slot's theoretical RTP or long-run return. It only measures how far the total return recorded in this 300-spin session was from the average of other eligible 300SPINS™ reviews conducted with the same method. A larger deviation may suggest a wider range of outcomes, but it does not establish the slot's actual volatility or predict future results.
Specifications
Characteristic
BALANCED
User Rating
No ratings
Free Spin
2 Triggers
Jackpot
None
Reel Config
5x4
Paylines
14 Lines
RTP
96.2%
Volatility
-
Max Win
15,000x
Bonus Buy
100x
Demo Play
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- Reel Config
- 5x3
- RTP
- 96%
- Paylines
- 20
300SPINS™BALANCEDBalance Chart: 300SPINS™ Review
Balance Timeline
300 Paid Spins300SPINS balance time-series chart for Shadows Inc.. The chart starts at 5000, ends at 5237, and bottoms at 4814 on spin 116. Free spin trigger markers appear on spin 117, 294.
300SPINS balance timelineSPIN 0Balance 5,000
Free Spin Analysis: 300SPINS™ Review
Free Spin Profile
Steady Experience
Free spins had a visible presence in the session, without taking over the whole flow. This creates a steadier free-spin experience, where the feature feels more approachable than dramatic.
Free Spin Comparison
CASUALFree spin profile chart for Shadows Inc.. Free spins triggered twice during our 300-spin session. The field average is 2.08. Free spin payout averaged 11.3x, against a field average of 65.9x.
Free Spin Hit Rate
Natural free spin triggers during 300 paid spins
2
Free Spin Payout Multiplier
Average payout multiplier per free spin trigger
11.3x
Free Spin Quadrant
QUIETFrequent
Strong
Quiet
Impact
SLOT
Hit Rate Analysis: 300SPINS™ Review
Play Rhythm
Dynamic Experience
Wins were less frequent, so the rhythm felt more selective and tension-driven. This creates a more dynamic play rhythm, where fewer but more meaningful moments carry the experience.
Rhythm Comparison
HARDCORE+Rhythm comparison chart for Shadows Inc.. Hit Rate is 18.7% against a field average of 26.6%, while Profit Hit Rate is 8.0% against a field average of 10.5%.
Hit Rate
Any winning paid spin
18.7%
Profit Hit Rate
Paid spins returning more than the bet
8.0%
Rhythm Quadrant
FREQUENTFrequent
Strong
Dry
Selective
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Payout Analysis: 300SPINS™ Review
Payout Profile
Dynamic Experience
The largest payout moment stood out clearly, giving the session a sharper peak. This creates a more dynamic payout profile, where the result is shaped by sharper swings and stronger payout movement.
Payout Comparison
HARDCORE+Payout comparison chart for Shadows Inc.. Max Payout is 229.6x against a field average of 100.3x, while Avg Payout is 7.47x against a field average of 4.52x.
Max Multiplier
Largest payout from a single paid spin
229.6x
Average Multiplier
Average payout per paid spin
7.47x
Payout Quadrant
SWINGPeak
Swing
Steady
Dynamic
SLOT
Dependency Analysis: 300SPINS™ Review
Dependency Profile
Dynamic Experience
A large share of the total payout came from bigger wins, making the result feel concentrated and high-impact. This creates a more dynamic dependency profile, where the session result leans heavily on specific high-impact moments.
Dependency Comparison
HARDCORE+Dependency comparison chart for Shadows Inc.. Free Spin Dependency is 5.4% against a field average of 31.3%, while Big Win Dependency is 69.2% against a field average of 50.3%.
Free Spin Dependency
Share of total payout that came from free spins
5.4%
Big Win Dependency
Share of total payout that came from larger standout wins
69.2%
Dependency Quadrant
BIG WINBonus
Loaded
Steady
Big Win
SLOT
Special Features
Highlight Features
Best of Bonus
Best of Bonus is a meta-bonus feature that initiates three consecutive bonus rounds. After all three rounds are completed, the system compares their outcomes. The bonus round that achieved the highest score or payout is then awarded to the player. This feature provides a unique layer of anticipation by giving players multiple chances to hit a big win and ensuring they receive the best possible outcome.
Standard Free Spins
A Standard Free Spins round is one that sticks to the basics. It faithfully performs the essential functions of a free spins round as described in the main "Free Spins" feature, without any complex additional abilities.
Bonus Buy Efficiency
Price x100
Average Bonus Buy Price
Experience Value
Reasonable Experience Value
Free spins triggered twice during our 300-spin session. With a buy price of x100, buying offers a much shorter path if you mainly want to experience the free-spin feature.
Monetary Value
Weak Monetary Value
Free-spin payout strength and free-spin dependency were moderate compared with other slots in our 300SPINS reviews. The buy looks useful as access to the feature, but not an exceptional profit signal.
Avg. Min x81.6Avg. Max x129.1
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User Rating
Community Score
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About 300SPINS™ Reviews
Every 300SPINS™ review starts with hands-on play: we manually play each slot, record the results and analyze the session data ourselves. Every test follows the same protocol: 300 paid spins in one continuous session, a fixed base bet, and no bonus buys or optional bet enhancements. Naturally triggered free spins and bonus rounds are included in the results. This consistent setup lets us compare win frequency, payout multipliers and feature activity across games. The analysis describes the recorded session, rather than the game’s complete long-term payout behavior.