This week’s sweepstakes spotlight takes us into the deep — literally. 6 Wild Sharks, developed by 4ThePlayer and powered by none other than Relax Gaming, combines a slick shark thriller vibe with one of the most unique features you’ll find in a modern slot — player-controlled wilds. You read that right. Pick where you want the wilds.
Whether you're here for the strategy or just in it for the thrill of seeing a shark tear through your reels, this is one of the most customizable high-volatility slots we’ve seen.
The game might have launched way back in 2020, but its smart design and bold features make it feel just as fresh as ever. If you’ve never played it, then you’re in for a treat.
At first glance, 6 Wild Sharks give off serene beach energy, but it goes well beyond that.
The reels float just beneath the water’s surface, with rays of sunlight beaming down and fish swimming past. But the peaceful aesthetic hides the tension, and there’s plenty of it. This is a high-stakes, high-volatility slot, and the sharks circling beneath the waves are your key to the game’s biggest wins.
We love the fact that the look is clean, there’s no clutter, and no flashing animations. Just a slick underwater grid and the ever-present hum of danger beneath. Surprisingly, the soundtrack does a lot of heavy lifting. It mixes suspenseful orchestral cues with the soft rush of ocean waves. It feels cinematic — subtle, but nonetheless effective.
If you've ever watched the hit classic Jaws and thought, "This would make a great slot," well, this is it.
6 Wild Sharks plays on a 6x4 grid which gives you a generous 24-symbol space to land winning combos. There are a whopping 4,096 ways to win, and wins form by landing 2-6 matching symbols on adjacent reels, left to right.
This is the kind of setup that kicks out both frequent small hits and the potential for larger, more exciting wins. This is especially true once you start factoring in Wild Zones and Locked Wilds.
Low-paying symbols. The usual suspects are here — 10, J, Q, K, A — all lightly styled to blend into the underwater theme, which makes sense. These are your volume hitters in this slot.
High-paying symbols. As you’d expect, fish, stingrays, octopuses, scuba divers, and surfer girls, with the surfer being the top-paying symbol at up to 30x your bet for 6 of a kind.
Wild symbol. A great white shark biting into a bold “WILD.” These only appear in specific Wild Zones on reels 1, 2, 5, and 6. You can even pick where these go, but more on that in a minute.
Scatter. A floating buoy, landing only on reels 3 and 4, and used to trigger Free Spins.
The grid feels big, and that’s because it is. But it’s how the wilds work that turns this from a basic ocean slot into something special.
This is the game’s signature feature and what really earns it a place as our Game of the Week. Wild Choice gives players direct control over how risky (or safe) they want their spins to be.
There are two modes you can choose to play with.
This is the standard format, or what we’d call the base game. No pre-set Wilds. You spin and wait for wilds and scatters to land somewhere on the reels. It’s still volatile and has the full win potential but without the added control.
This is where it gets interesting. In Advanced Mode, you can place 1-6 Locked Wilds before spinning. Wilds can only be placed in the Wild Zones on reels 1, 2, 5, and 6. Each Wild position has a different cost based on its payout potential, so the option is totally yours.
Reels 5 and 6 are cheaper but better for chasing bigger but less frequent wins.
Reels 1 and 2 are more expensive but better for consistent hits and building momentum.
This turns every spin into a mini-strategy session. Do you spend more upfront for steady action? Or bet less and shoot for wild wins on the back end?
There are nearly 15,000 possible wild configurations, making this easily one of the most customizable slots out there. No 2 players have to approach it the same way.
Free Spins in 6 Wild Sharks are triggered by landing 2x scatters on reels 3 and 4. From here, the 2 modes diverge yet again.
You get 15 spins by default. But here’s the kicker — you can actually trade those spins for Locked Wilds.
6 Wilds = 1 Free Spin
3 Wilds = 6 Free Spins
Any combo in between is possible
It’s about as flexible as you can get. It’s a system that lets you build your ideal setup. Prefer more spins? Keep your 15 and roll the dice to see what happens. Want wilds on reels 1 and 6? Give up some spins and lock them in.
In this version, you get 10 spins, but all your Locked Wilds from the base game carry over. This gives the game a sense of continuity and rewards players who’ve been building a specific Wild strategy in the base game.
What’s even better is that any wilds that land during Free Spins lock in place for the rest of the round.
Free Spins can also retrigger with 2 more scatters, adding 3+ spins with no limit. Stack that with your locked Wilds and a few high-paying symbols, and you’re on track for something serious.
The max win in 6 Wild Sharks is 10,368x your bet, which puts it squarely in the elite tier of high-volatility slots. Of course, you’ll need a perfect setup — likely with multiple Locked Wilds and stacked high symbols — but the math checks out.
The RTP is strong, as well. When you’re playing classic mode it’s a solid 96.5% but if you notch it up to advanced mode it’s a hefty 97%. Both are above the fold when it comes to RTPs.
The bet range starts at just 0.10 SC and caps at 50 SC per spin in Classic Mode. That’s a bit on the lower end when it comes to range. In advanced mode, the total bet can increase significantly depending on how many Wilds you lock in. It scales well, whether you’re playing with a small Sweeps Coin stash or going big.
Not every slot needs bonus wheels, 50 modifiers, or free spin retriggers on retriggers. Sometimes, giving the player a bit more control is all it takes to create something truly satisfying. So, here’s why 6 Wild Sharks is our Game of the Week.
It puts power in your hands. With the Wild Choice mechanic, by far our favorite, you're not just spinning and hoping. You’re crafting your strategy — balancing spins and Wilds to suit your style.
It delivers big win potential. A 10,368x max win, stacked across a wide reel grid with 4,096 ways to win, means you’re never more than a few spins away from a breakout moment. The potential is huge.
It’s mobile-optimized to the core. The Big Reel Portrait Mode makes this slot perfect for mobile players, rotating the game for full-screen play without compromising the layout. It looks and plays beautifully.
It stays engaging. Even without a dozen bonus rounds, the wild configuration options and flexible Free Spins keep every session feeling fresh.
Whether you're a cautious strategist or a go-big-or-go-home kind of player, 6 Wild Sharks gives you the tools to play your way. It’s a shark-infested, feature-smart slot that rewards thought, timing, and just a little bit of risk.
You’re either bait—or you’re the shark. Which one will you be?