The original game at a glance
This profile covers original Starburst rather than similarly named versions.
| Subject | Explanation |
|---|---|
| Developer | NetEnt. |
| Layout | Five reels and three rows. |
| Lines | Ten paylines. |
| Features | Expanding Wilds and Respins. |
How the star changes the display
The original Starburst uses five reels, three rows and ten paylines. Gems, bars and sevens distinguish its regular symbols. The game’s own paytable explains the value of each eligible combination.
The special Starburst Wild can expand across a reel and trigger a Respin. A Wild substitutes for paying symbols under the game’s rules. Its appearance does not mean that every line produces a return.
For example, imagine a special star appearing during a round. Its reel expansion is shown, a Respin creates another arrangement, and the round result is then displayed. This illustrates a sequence, not a promised payout calculation.
A feature spin and a new decision
A Respin can belong to a triggered feature; it should not be confused with a separately requested new round. Let the animation complete, then read the total result and round reference.
This differs from Gonzo’s Quest, where winning symbols disappear and replacements fall down. In Starburst, the key relationship is between a special reel expansion and the following Respin.
Following the feature
Identify the layout
Distinguish regular symbols from the special star.
Observe the effect
Check which reel expands and whether a Respin begins.
Read the round result
Treat the final result as the whole round outcome, not the animation itself as an account.
Starburst questions
Who developed it?
The original Starburst is a NetEnt slot.
Does a Respin guarantee a return?
No. The new arrangement is evaluated under the game’s rules.
Is it like Gonzo’s Quest?
Both are NetEnt slots, but Starburst uses Wilds and Respins while Gonzo’s Quest uses Avalanche.
Which rules take priority?
Consult the exact version’s in-game Help and paytable; this page is an introduction.