Introduction to 3X5 Joker: Hold the Spin
3X5 Joker: Hold the Spin is a casino slot from Gamzix that aims to bring back the classic Joker slot experience. Gamzix is known for its mobile-first releases, often leaning into simple gameplay loops and basic themes, but don’t let that scare you away, as there are some good spins to be found. 3X5 Joker: Hold the Spin is an amalgamation of two previous games, those being 3X5: Hold the Spin and Joker Catcher, mostly taking inspiration from the former, such as its Hold the Spin bonus game and other things, but we will get more into that later on. Visually, the game leans into that classic casino feeling of a simple blue backdrop, bells, BARS, and horseshoes as symbols, and, of course, the old-school Joker character. If you want to know what the gameplay is like, well, just read the title, as this game is played on a 3x5 playing grid with the Hold the Spin bonus game feature, and not much else. However, we don’t want to underplay it, as the Hold the Spin feature is a fan-favorite in the iGaming industry, which is why we keep seeing it pop up so often. The bonus game locks in after filling up the middle reel of Coin Symbols, which can payout anywhere from 0.5X to 100X the bet, which, with a couple of lucky spins, will net you close to the max win of 2,000X the bet. If you want to experience some modern, but old-school gaming, then Gamzix has you covered.
Gamzix delivers on another quick-to-jump-into release, sporting some simple spins and the beloved Hold the Spin feature. If you want to test out the game for yourself, be sure to check out the 3X5 Joker: Hold the Spin demo.
Theme, Gameplay & Payouts
3X5 Joker: Hold the Spin is a video slot from Gamzix with 3 Reels, 5 Rows, and 11 Paylines. You can choose between making a Min.bet of 0.1 and a Max.bet of 50. 3X5 Joker: Hold the Spin comes with an average RTP of 96% and medium volatility, where wins will be relatively steady during your gaming session, but you’ll always have the small chance of hitting the max win of 2,000X the bet.
If you’ve played any other type of classic-themed slot before, then you’ll feel right at home as Gamzix aims to deliver a modern feeling to an otherwise timeless style. Its simplicity is also mirrored in its gameplay, making it even easier to play on the go. You can play the game on most mobiles, notepads, and desktops.
The lower-paying symbols are cherries, green BARS, blue BARS, and red BARS. Creating a win with 3 of the same symbols will pay out 1X to 4X the bet. The higher-paying symbols are stars, bells, horseshoes, dice, and the Joker. Landing a win with 3 of the same symbols pays out 16X to 50X the bet. The Special Symbols you’ll find are the Coin Symbols, and you’ll learn more about those in the next section.
Special Features & Mechanics
What is the max win in the slot 3X5 Joker: Hold the Spin?
You can win up to 2,000X the bet.
What feature is available in the slot 3X5 Joker: Hold the Spin?
The feature is the Hold the Spin Bonus Game.
Hold the Spin Bonus Game
The bonus game is triggered by landing 5 Coin Symbols on the 2nd reel, awarding you with 3 Respins and locking in the 5 Coin Symbols. During the bonus game, you play on a special playing grid where only Coin Symbols, with prizes ranging from 0.5X to 100X, and Empty Symbols can land. Each time you land a Coin Symbol, the Respin counter resets to 3, the payouts are awarded, and the next spin starts. When the Respin Counter hits 0, the bonus game ends.
Final Thoughts on 3X5 Joker: Hold the Spin
Gamzix has built up an impressive portfolio over the years that is mostly targeted towards mobile-first gameplay, which isn’t the first time we’ve seen a studio specialise in. While we enjoy these games for what they are, they also come with the associated problems of being old-school, which often means a lack of theme or gameplay. Here in 3X5 Joker: Hold the Spin, as we mentioned previously, this game appears to be a mix of two games at first glance, however, we are sad to say that this game is actually a reskin of one of those games. 3X5 Joker: Hold the Spin doesn’t offer much new in terms of gameplay or visuals, as it’s completely the same as the 2025 release 3X5: Hold the Spin, but now with a new color and a few new symbols. But let us at least move over to the gameplay section and talk about it in more depth.
Starting with the stats, we got an average RTP of 96% and a rather low max win of 2,000X the bet. One thing we must give Gamzix credit for is that their paytable is surprisingly good and is definitely a plus. However, there are no features that actually utilize this paytable, making spins, while being able to pay fairly well, feel very much the same as any other game. The Hold the Spin bonus game is the same as it has been for many years, however, this time, with only two active reels, as the middle one is fully sticky with the feature-triggering symbols. While the feature can go on for a while and give some pretty solid wins with each spin, as the max payout of a Coin Symbol is 100X, it also doesn’t feel all too exciting, as you can also hit a 0.5X Coin Symbol and nothing else, ending the feature right there and then. All in all, the game offers slightly more interesting visuals than its original, but not enough to make it feel like a distinct game, which is somewhat disappointing. But if you’re a fan of classic slots, be sure to check out the 3X5 Joker: Hold the Spin demo.
3X5 Joker: Hold the Spin is a slot built around old-school casino visuals and the titular Hold the Spin bonus game.
