{"title":"Play Starburst Slot at Smooth Spins","description":"Starburst Slot by NetEnt blends arcade visuals with expanding Wilds and re-spins, offering dual-direction paylines across a fast-moving 5-reel layout.","custom_path":"/en-gb/casino/games/1014219-starburst","heading":"Play Starburst Slot Game","heading_tag":"h1","nofollow":false,"noindex":false,"has_custom_schema":true,"schema_json":[{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"BreadcrumbList","itemListElement":[{"@type":"ListItem","item":{"@id":"https://www.smoothspins.co.uk/en-gb","name":"Online Slots Site"},"position":1},{"@type":"ListItem","item":{"@id":"https://www.smoothspins.co.uk/en-gb/casino","name":"Casino"},"position":2},{"@type":"ListItem","item":{"@id":"https://www.smoothspins.co.uk/en-gb/casino/category/starburst-reels","name":"[category] | [brand]"},"position":3},{"@type":"ListItem","item":{"@id":"https://www.smoothspins.co.uk/en-gb/casino/games/1014219-starburst","name":"Play Starburst Slot Game"},"position":4}]},{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"Game","@id":"https://www.smoothspins.co.uk/en-gb/casino/games/1014219-starburst","name":"Play Starburst Slot Game","description":"Starburst Slot by NetEnt blends arcade visuals with expanding Wilds and re-spins, offering dual-direction paylines across a fast-moving 5-reel layout.","image":"cms-images/ckzpcme65g4tnf2zudf7n8cdjv2t","genre":"Online Slot","creator":{"@type":"Organization","name":"NetEnt"},"numberOfPlayers":{"@type":"QuantitativeValue","minValue":1,"maxValue":1},"url":"https://www.smoothspins.co.uk/en-gb/casino/games/1014219-starburst"},{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"FAQPage","mainEntity":[{"@type":"Question","name":"Can I play Starburst Slot on Smooth Spins?","acceptedAnswer":{"@type":"Answer","text":"Yes, Starburst is available on Smooth Spins. You can locate it using the search bar once you’ve logged into your account. The game runs well on both desktop and mobile."}},{"@type":"Question","name":"Who developed Starburst Slot?","acceptedAnswer":{"@type":"Answer","text":"Starburst was developed by NetEnt, one of the most well-known game studios in the industry. The game is widely recognized for its simplicity and signature expanding Wild feature."}},{"@type":"Question","name":"What features are included in Starburst Slot?","acceptedAnswer":{"@type":"Answer","text":"Features include expanding Starburst Wilds that trigger re-spins and a payout structure that works both left to right and right to left. There are no additional bonus rounds."}}]}],"has_toc":true,"alternate_languages":[],"copy_sections":[{"toc_title":"About","title":"\u003ch2 class=\"bvs-h2\"\u003eStarburst Slot Review at Smooth Spins\u003c/h2\u003e","content":"\u003cp\u003eStarburst is widely considered the most iconic online slot ever made. Developed by NetEnt and released in June 2012, the Starburst slot has introduced more players to online gaming than any other title in history and remains one of the most-played slots in the UK regulated market more than 14 years after its release.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Starburst slot is a fast-paced 5-reel video slot with a cosmic theme that blends arcade visuals with sharp, geometric gem symbols. The backdrop is a quiet galaxy scene, and the standout visual element is the multicoloured Starburst Wild that expands across reels 2, 3 and 4 to trigger re-spins. Unlike many modern slots, Starburst focuses on clarity and consistency, offering 10 paylines that Win Both Ways (paying from left to right AND right to left) for double the winning combinations on every spin.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Starburst slot is rated low volatility with a 22.7% hit frequency, meaning a winning combination lands roughly once every 4.42 spins on average. The maximum win is 500x stake, achieved through filling the reels with the highest-value BAR symbols backed by expanding Starburst Wilds. It is a compact format built for smooth and direct play sessions and the slot most commonly featured in \u003ca href=\"https://www.smoothspins.co.uk/en-gb/offer\"\u003eUK casino welcome offer free spins\u003c/a\u003e for over a decade.\u003c/p\u003e"},{"toc_title":"How to Play","title":"\u003ch2 class=\"bvs-h2\"\u003eHow to Play Starburst\u003c/h2\u003e","content":"\u003cp style=\"margin-left:0px;\"\u003eBefore launching Starburst, new users will need to register with Smooth Spins by providing a few basic details. After signing up, deposit funds securely using one of the supported payment methods listed in your profile. With your account active, type \u003cstrong\u003eStarburst\u003c/strong\u003e into the search bar and open the game from the \u003ca href=\"https://www.smoothspins.co.uk/en-gb/slots\"\u003eslots games section\u003c/a\u003e. From there, you can set your preferred stake using the coin and level selectors on the game screen, then press spin to begin.\u003c/p\u003e\u003ch3 class=\"bvs-h3\" style=\"margin-left:0px;\"\u003eSteps to Play the Main Base Game\u003c/h3\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-left:0px;\"\u003eStarburst's layout is minimal but responsive, making it easy to get into the rhythm of spinning.\u003c/p\u003e\u003col\u003e\u003cli\u003eChoose your coin value and bet level from the bottom panel to define your total stake.\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eClick the central spin button to start the round across 5 reels and 3 rows.\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eUse the info button to access the paytable and understand how expanding Wilds behave when they appear.\u003c/li\u003e\u003c/ol\u003e"},{"toc_title":"Symbols \u0026 Payouts","title":"\u003ch2 class=\"bvs-h2\"\u003eStarburst Symbols \u0026amp; Payouts\u003c/h2\u003e","content":"\u003cp\u003eThe Starburst slot uses a tiered symbol structure with classic arcade icons at the top, gem symbols in the lower tier, and the iconic Starburst Wild as the only special symbol on the reels. There is no scatter symbol on Starburst.\u003c/p\u003e\u003ch3 class=\"bvs-h3\"\u003ePremium Symbols\u003c/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe top-paying symbols on the Starburst slot are the classic arcade icons:\u003c/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBAR\u003c/strong\u003e (highest-paying premium symbol)\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLucky 7\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003c/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eFilling all 5 reels with BAR symbols delivers the maximum 500x stake payout when paired with the Win Both Ways mechanic.\u003c/p\u003e\u003ch3 class=\"bvs-h3\"\u003eGem Symbols\u003c/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe gem symbols form the lower-paying tier on the Starburst slot, each rendered as a brightly coloured 3D jewel:\u003c/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYellow Gem\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGreen Gem\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrange Gem\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlue Gem\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePurple Gem\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003c/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe gems appear more frequently than the arcade premium symbols and form the base of the regular winning combinations during most spins.\u003c/p\u003e\u003ch3 class=\"bvs-h3\"\u003eThe Starburst Wild Symbol\u003c/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Starburst Wild is the only special symbol on the reels and the defining mechanic of the entire game. The multicoloured Starburst Wild appears only on reels 2, 3 and 4 (never on reels 1 or 5). When it lands, it expands to fill the entire reel and triggers a re-spin with that reel locked in place.\u003c/p\u003e\u003ch3 class=\"bvs-h3\"\u003eStarburst Symbol Paytable\u003c/h3\u003e\u003cfigure class=\"table\"\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-left:0px;text-align:center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSymbol\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-left:0px;text-align:center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e3 Symbols\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-left:0px;text-align:center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e4 Symbols\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-left:0px;text-align:center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e5 Symbols\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003c/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-left:0px;text-align:center;\"\u003eBAR\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-left:0px;text-align:center;\"\u003e2.50x\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-left:0px;text-align:center;\"\u003e5.00x\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-left:0px;text-align:center;\"\u003e25.00x\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003c/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-left:0px;text-align:center;\"\u003e7\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-left:0px;text-align:center;\"\u003e1.00x\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-left:0px;text-align:center;\"\u003e2.50x\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-left:0px;text-align:center;\"\u003e12.00x\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003c/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-left:0px;text-align:center;\"\u003eYellow Gem\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-left:0px;text-align:center;\"\u003e0.50x\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-left:0px;text-align:center;\"\u003e1.00x\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-left:0px;text-align:center;\"\u003e6.00x\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003c/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-left:0px;text-align:center;\"\u003eGreen Gem\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-left:0px;text-align:center;\"\u003e0.40x\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-left:0px;text-align:center;\"\u003e0.80x\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-left:0px;text-align:center;\"\u003e5.00x\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003c/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-left:0px;text-align:center;\"\u003eOrange Gem\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-left:0px;text-align:center;\"\u003e0.30x\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-left:0px;text-align:center;\"\u003e0.60x\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-left:0px;text-align:center;\"\u003e4.00x\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003c/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-left:0px;text-align:center;\"\u003eBlue Gem\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-left:0px;text-align:center;\"\u003e0.20x\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-left:0px;text-align:center;\"\u003e0.40x\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-left:0px;text-align:center;\"\u003e2.50x\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003c/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-left:0px;text-align:center;\"\u003ePurple Gem\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-left:0px;text-align:center;\"\u003e0.10x\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-left:0px;text-align:center;\"\u003e0.30x\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-left:0px;text-align:center;\"\u003e1.20x\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003c/tr\u003e\u003c/tbody\u003e\u003c/table\u003e\u003c/figure\u003e\u003cp\u003ePayouts are calculated per active payline. Starburst uses Win Both Ways, so each combination effectively counts in both directions.\u003c/p\u003e"},{"toc_title":"Bonus Features","title":"\u003ch2 class=\"bvs-h2\"\u003eStarburst Slot Bonus Features\u003c/h2\u003e","content":"\u003cp\u003eThe Starburst slot does not rely on layered mini-games or traditional Free Spins rounds. Instead, the game focuses its energy on three core mechanics that all run continuously during base gameplay: the Starburst Wild with Re-Spins, the Win Both Ways payout system, and the absence of any scatter or bonus trigger that interrupts the natural spin flow.\u003c/p\u003e\u003ch3 class=\"bvs-h3\"\u003eStarburst Wilds with Re-Spins\u003c/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe core bonus mechanic on the Starburst slot is the expanding Starburst Wild with re-spins. The Wild only appears on reels 2, 3 or 4 (never on reels 1 or 5). When a Starburst Wild lands:\u003c/p\u003e\u003col\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Wild expands\u003c/strong\u003e to fill the entire reel from top to bottom.\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThat reel locks in place\u003c/strong\u003e for the next re-spin.\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA free re-spin is awarded\u003c/strong\u003e with the locked Wild reel still active.\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIf another Wild lands\u003c/strong\u003e on one of the other two middle reels during the re-spin, it also expands and triggers another re-spin.\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe feature can repeat up to three times\u003c/strong\u003e with all three middle reels (2, 3 and 4) locked as expanded Wilds.\u003c/li\u003e\u003c/ol\u003e\u003cp\u003eHitting three stacked Starburst Wilds across the middle reels is the dream sequence on the Starburst slot. With all three middle reels locked as expanded Wilds and the Win Both Ways system active, this combination can deliver the maximum 500x stake payout on a single re-spin sequence.\u003c/p\u003e\u003ch3 class=\"bvs-h3\"\u003eWin Both Ways Payout System\u003c/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eUnlike traditional slots that only pay from left to right, the Starburst slot pays from both directions: left to right AND right to left. This mechanic is always active on every spin and re-spin, and it effectively doubles the number of winning combinations that can form on each spin.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Win Both Ways system is part of why Starburst has such a high hit frequency for a slot with only 10 paylines. The system was a genuine innovation when NetEnt released Starburst in June 2012 and has since been adopted by other slot studios across the industry.\u003c/p\u003e\u003ch3 class=\"bvs-h3\"\u003eNo Free Spins or Scatter Symbols\u003c/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Starburst slot has no traditional Free Spins round and no scatter symbol that triggers a separate bonus mode. The expanding Wild Re-Spins act as the equivalent of a free spin mechanic, since every triggered re-spin is a free additional spin awarded on top of the original paid spin.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis minimal feature set is part of what defines the Starburst experience. Players who prefer multi-stage bonus rounds with multipliers and free spin counters will find Starburst lighter than modern releases. Players who prefer fast, clean gameplay with frequent re-spin triggers will find Starburst delivers exactly what they want.\u003c/p\u003e"},{"toc_title":"Similar Games","title":"\u003ch2 class=\"bvs-h2\"\u003eStarburst Slot Similar Games\u003c/h2\u003e","content":"\u003cp\u003eStarburst’s clean layout and focused gameplay make it easy to compare with other well-known slots that prioritize pace and accessibility. \u003ca href=\"https://www.smoothspins.co.uk/en-gb/home/search?term=Book%20of%20Dead\"\u003eBook of Dead\u003c/a\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c/strong\u003eremains a go-to for players looking for expanding symbol bonuses and straightforward mechanics. \u003ca href=\"https://www.smoothspins.co.uk/en-gb/casino/games/1014167-gonzos-quest\"\u003eGonzo’s Quest\u003c/a\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c/strong\u003efeatures cascading reels and a multiplier trail that builds tension as matches form. The \u003ca href=\"https://www.smoothspins.co.uk/en-gb/casino/games/1012515-mega-moolah-goddess\"\u003eMega Moolah Goddess\u003c/a\u003e, while slightly more complex, is widely available and known for its simple base game paired with progressive jackpot potential. These titles consistently appear in casino libraries due to their lasting popularity and streamlined design.\u003c/p\u003e"},{"toc_title":"Smooth Spins Verdict","title":"\u003ch2 class=\"bvs-h2\"\u003eSmooth Spins Verdict on the Starburst Slot\u0026nbsp;\u003c/h2\u003e","content":"\u003cp\u003eThe Starburst slot has earned its status as the most iconic online slot ever released over more than 14 years of continuous popularity. NetEnt built the game around three simple ideas (expanding Wilds, Win Both Ways paylines, and a clean cosmic aesthetic) and the combination has aged remarkably well in a market that constantly chases new mechanics and bigger maximum wins.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe low volatility rating is what makes Starburst so widely loved. Players get a winning combination roughly once every 4.42 spins, with the expanding Starburst Wild triggering re-spins frequently enough to keep sessions engaging without the long dry spells that high-volatility slots demand. The 500x stake maximum win is modest by 2026 standards (modern Megaways slots routinely advertise 10,000x or higher), but Starburst was never designed to be a big-game-hunting slot. It is designed for steady, frequent wins that stretch a bankroll across longer sessions.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor UK players, Starburst is also the slot most likely to be featured in welcome offer free spins. If you have ever opened a UK casino account, there is a strong chance the first slot you spun was Starburst. The Starburst slot is one of the strongest entry-level offerings in the Smooth Spins slot lobby and a must-try for any player new to online slots or returning to NetEnt's catalogue.\u003c/p\u003e"}]}