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Microgaming Link&Merge

Link&Merge is Microgaming’s coin-based Hold & Spin mechanic, where adjacent coins merge into higher values to trigger chain reactions, multipliers, jackpots and final pot collection moments.

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What is Link&Merge?

Link&Merge is a bonus mechanic where players start with three spins, land coin symbols to reset the counter, and connect five or more adjacent coins to trigger a merge. Merged coins can create higher-value symbols, open space for more coins, and unlock bonus features such as multipliers or jackpot prizes.

How it Works

1
More anticipation

Every coin can extend the feature

2
Land coins to reset spins

Each new coin resets the counter back to three

2
Link 5+ adjacent coins

Five or more adjacent coin symbols can trigger a merge

4
Merge into higher values

Linked coins combine into a single higher-value symbol

5
Trigger bonus features

Merges can activate multipliers, jackpot prizes, or other Link&Merge features

6
Collect the final pot

When spins run out, all coin values are added up

Why it Matters to Players

More anticipation

The feature begins with three spins. Blank positions spin independently

Visible progression

Merged symbols show values building on screen

Chain reaction potential

Merges open space, which can lead to more links

Clear payoff moment

The final pot collection gives the feature a natural finish

Games Using Link&Marge

Lucky Twins Wilds Link&Merge
Lucky Twins Wilds Link&Merge

- Live 29 April 2026

Almighty Zeus Wilds Link&Merge
Almighty Zeus Wilds Link&Merge

- Live 29 April 2026

123 Soccer Link&Merge
123 Soccer Link&Merge

- Live 29 April 2026

How to explain Link&Merge
Link&Merge is Microgaming’s coin-based Hold & Spin mechanic. Players start with three spins, and every new coin resets the counter. When five or more adjacent coin symbols land, they merge into a single higher-value symbol, which can open space for more coins and trigger extra features such as multipliers or jackpot prizes. The feature ends when the spins run out, and all coin values are collected.
Starts with 3 spins
New coins reset the spin counter
5+ adjacent coins trigger a merge
Merges can lead to multipliers, jackpots and final pot collection
Link&Merge at a glance
Provider: Microgaming
Mechanic type: Hold & Spin with a cluster-style merge feature
Main trigger: 5 or more adjacent coin symbols
Core action: linked coins merge into a higher-value symbol
Feature flow: coins reset spins, merges create bonus potential, values collect at the end
Possible extras: multipliers, jackpot prizes, bonus features
Key point for affiliates: explain the mechanic clearly, but don’t imply jackpots are guaranteed