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Pirots 3 is a 6x7 grid slot developed by ELK Studios and the third instalment in the Pirots series. The game moves the familiar cast of birds into a Wild West setting, subtitled "By Hook or By Crook", and expands the grid further to 6x7 – one row taller than Pirots 2's 6x6 layout. The core CollectR™ mechanic returns, with birds collecting gems of their own colour to build wins and fill the feature meter.

What separates Pirots 3 from its predecessors are two brand-new features exclusive to this instalment: Gunslingers & Bandits, a duel mechanic in which birds shoot across the grid to collect symbols, and Train Heist, triggered when the same bird collects on both train backdrop positions. These additions layer new collection events on top of the established CollectR™ loop, giving players additional ways to reach the game's 10,000x maximum win potential.

How to Play & Core Mechanics of Pirots 3

For players wanting to understand how wins are built in Pirots 3, the game operates on a 6x7 grid without traditional paylines. All win generation flows through the CollectR™ mechanic, in which birds move across the grid and collect gems that match their own colour.

Each bird collects gems in orthogonally adjacent positions – directly above, below, left, or right. When a matching gem lands next to a bird, it is collected, contributing to the player's win total and incrementally filling the feature meter.

How to build the feature meter: every collected gem counts toward the meter. When the meter is fully filled, the player receives three chests of random feature symbols. These introduce mechanics that can modify the grid, transform symbols, or create additional collection opportunities within the same round.

How gem upgrades increase wins: gems can be upgraded up to seven times, with the payout value increasing at each step. Repeatedly filling the feature meter is the primary driver of upgrades, rewarding sessions where collection events occur consistently.

What causes the meter not to fill: if a round ends without enough collection activity, the feature meter may reset, and upgrade progress does not carry forward into subsequent base-game rounds.

Positions that block bird movement: birds can only collect gems in orthogonally adjacent spaces. Empty grid positions act as barriers, limiting the reach of each bird within a round. Feature symbols that introduce new symbols into empty positions can restore blocked collection routes.

The bonus game is triggered by collecting three bonus symbols within a single round. Once active, the grid size, feature meter progress, gem payout level, and further bonus symbol collections all persist throughout the bonus, carrying forward the session state rather than resetting it.

Gunslingers & Bandits Feature in Pirots 3

The Gunslingers & Bandits feature is a duel mechanic new to Pirots 3 and not present in earlier Pirots games.

When two adjacent birds appear on the grid, there is a random chance that a duel is triggered. The birds move apart and then shoot in any direction across the grid, collecting every symbol they hit. This creates collection events that are independent of normal orthogonal adjacency – the birds effectively reach symbols that standard movement would not allow. When three or more birds are adjacent, a duel is guaranteed rather than random, making bird clustering a meaningful factor in how the feature activates.

The feature also includes a sub-mechanic: the Bandit's Escape. When a bird collects a key symbol, the Bandit's Escape is triggered. The bandit lands on the game grid and begins collecting symbols independently, then duels birds until defeated. This extends the collection sequence beyond normal bird movement and can reach symbols in parts of the grid that birds have not yet covered.

While the bandit is active, it occupies grid positions and may compete with birds for symbols in shared areas. Its path is not player-controlled, which introduces an element of unpredictability into the collection sequence.

Train Heist & Coin Game Features in Pirots 3

Train Heist

The Train Heist feature is triggered when the same bird collects a symbol on both train backdrop positions during a round. When this condition is met, up to three feature symbols are awarded directly. This makes Train Heist a collection-triggered bonus that operates within the normal flow of play rather than requiring a separate mode. Players benefit most from rounds in which a single bird covers a wide range of the grid, increasing the likelihood of landing on both backdrop positions.

Coin Game

The Coin Game feature is triggered when the entire grid is cleared during either the Peanut feature or the Bandit's Escape feature. Once triggered, the player receives either coin wins or an alternative result – the outcome is determined by chance and is not influenced by player decisions. The Coin Game does not activate through standard gameplay.

X-iter™ Game Mode in Pirots 3

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FAQ of Pirots 3

What is new in Pirots 3 compared to Pirots 2?

Pirots 3 uses a 6x7 grid, one row larger than Pirots 2's 6x6 layout. The Wild West theme replaces the dinosaur-egg setting of the previous game. Two brand-new features are introduced: Gunslingers & Bandits, a duel mechanic in which adjacent birds shoot across the grid to collect symbols, and Train Heist, triggered when the same bird lands on both train backdrop positions. The Coin Game is also new, triggered by clearing the entire grid during specific features. The core CollectR™ mechanic, gem upgrade chain, feature meter, and X-iter™ modes carry over from previous games.

What is the CollectR™ mechanic in Pirots 3?

The CollectR™ mechanic is the system by which birds on the grid collect gems of their own colour. Each bird collects gems that appear directly adjacent to it – above, below, left, or right. Collected gems contribute to the player's win and fill the feature meter. When the meter is full, three chests of random feature symbols are awarded. Collecting three bonus symbols in a single round triggers the bonus game.

How does the Gunslingers & Bandits feature work?

When two adjacent birds appear on the grid, there is a random chance they perform a duel. The birds move apart and shoot in any direction, collecting every symbol they hit. When three or more birds are adjacent, a duel is guaranteed. A separate sub-mechanic, the Bandit's Escape, is triggered when a bird collects a key symbol: the bandit lands on the grid, collects symbols independently, and duels birds until defeated. Both mechanics create collection events that reach beyond standard orthogonal adjacency.

How do I trigger the Pirots 3 Bonus Game?

The Pirots 3 Bonus Game is triggered by collecting three bonus symbols within a single game round. Once active, the grid size, feature meter progress, gem payout level, and any further bonus symbol collections all persist throughout the bonus. Feature and collection progress built before the trigger carries forward rather than resetting when the bonus begins.

What is the maximum win in Pirots 3?

The maximum win in Pirots 3 is 10,000x the stake. On a £1 bet, this represents a theoretical maximum of £10,000.

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