This week, we’re pushing something a bit different than the rest with Hacksaw Gaming as they lean into Norse mythology with Stormborn. This is a slot forged in fire and lightning that promises plenty of thunderous action. Recently released, this 5×4 reel slot with 14 paylines is all about Mjolnir, sticky wilds, and bonus choices that put some control in your hands.
With a decent max win of 15,000x your bet and multiple layered features, Stormborn is as bold as the myth it’s based on.
Stormborn runs on a standard 5-reel, 4-row layout with just 14 paylines, making it a little more traditional in structure than some of Hacksaw’s recent chaos-driven releases like Le Zeus. Despite its somewhat compact grid, the mechanics give it plenty of punch.
Volatility sits at 4/5, so you can expect fewer frequent payouts but the chance for heavy-hitting wins when things align. The RTP is fair, sitting around 94.2% depending on the feature or bonus you're playing.
The hit frequency lands at 33.76%, which means the game typically pays out 1 in every 3 spins, which isn’t bad considering the volatility level.
At the heart of Stormborn are the Thunder Respins. Landing 5+ Coin symbols triggers this mode, where only Coins, Collector Chests, and blanks appear. Here’s how it pans out.
Coins stick in place, revealing bronze, silver, or gold values worth up to 500x your bet
Every new Coin or Chest resets the respin counter back to 3
The round continues until no new symbols land, and you run out of respins
Collector Chests scoop up all Coin values on the reels. If a Chest lands with a multiplier, it boosts the total before collecting. Multiple Chests can appear and each collects separately, creating explosive combinations.
This mechanic is Hacksaw’s nod to “Hold & Win” but with its own flair, and it forms the foundation for most bonus rounds.
Stormborn is stacked with 2 sets of bonus rounds, each with its own twist. Here’s the breakdown of the bonus rounds.
Stormbreaker (3 scatters). 3 free spins with Thunder Respins active and a guaranteed 2+ Coins and 1 Collector Chest on entry.
The Wild Storm (3 scatters). 10 free spins with sticky Wilds and Wild God Reels if 4 land vertically.
Legacy of Lightning (4 scatters). 3 free spins with Thunder Respins, at least 4 Coins, 1 Collector Chest, and Mjolnir multipliers that boost Coins or Wilds.
Hammer of the Heavens (4 scatters). 10 free spins with Mjolnir multipliers applied directly to sticky Wilds.
And if you’re lucky enough to land 5 scatters, you unlock the Hidden Epic Bonus — Blessings of the Bifrost. This is the ultimate bonus round and starts with 5 free spins, plus at least 5 Coins, 1 Collector Chest, and 1 Mjolnir symbol guaranteed from the beginning. It’s the god-tier feature players will chase. On top of that, you can’t get into that action through a bonus buy, but more on that in a minute.
There are really 2 mechanics that give Stormborn its heavy win potential. The Sticky Wild Multipliers are found in The Wild Storm and Hammer of the Heavens rounds. Wilds stick to the grid, and if 4 stack vertically, they form a Wild God Reel that can transform entire reels into multipliers. Then there are Mjolnir Multipliers, which are exclusive to Legacy of Lightning and Hammer of the Heavens. When the hammer lands, it assigns random multipliers to Coins or Wilds depending on the bonus game, turning decent setups into massive payouts.
As with most Hacksaw titles, Stormborn offers FeatureSpins and Bonus Buys—
BonusHunt FeatureSpins (3x bet). 5x more likely to hit a bonus.
Godly FeatureSpins (50x bet). Guarantees a Thunder Respin with at least 3 Coins and 1 Collector Chest.
Heir of Thunder (100x bet). Let's you choose between Stormbreaker or The Wild Storm.
Mighty Mjolnir (200x bet). Lets you choose between Legacy of Lightning or Hammer of the Heavens.
These options make it easy for players to target their favorite features, from simple respins to the more volatile multiplier-heavy modes.
The game supports a huge betting range from 0.10 SC to 100 SC, making it approachable for casual spinners and appealing for higher rollers chasing the 15,000x max win.
This payout ceiling places Stormborn firmly in Hacksaw’s “big prize” lineup, comparable to heavy hitters like Wanted Dead or a Wild.
Visually, it’s no surprise that Stormborn leans into the icy Norse aesthetic. The reels are framed by frozen mountains, storm clouds, and runic engravings, while burly warrior figures flank the grid. The design is a bit darker and more serious than Hacksaw’s playful “Le” series, which fits the epic theme.
Audio ties in with booming drums and thunderclaps, building intensity during respins and bonus features. It really sells the mythological drama without becoming overbearing.
Stormborn is Hacksaw Gaming’s answer to players who want mythology, multipliers, and multiple paths to big wins. It’s not nearly as chaotic as Le Zeus, but its structured set of bonus modes makes it feel strategic — especially with the choice-based features.
The Thunder Respins definitely bring in steady excitement, while the Mjolnir multipliers and sticky Wilds provide the bursts of volatility that can push wins toward that impressive 15,000x max payout.
If you like your slots with Norse flavor, collector mechanics, and multiple bonus paths, Stormborn is a worthy addition to your playlist. It’s polished, powerful, and loaded with the kind of potential Hacksaw fans expect.