Hacksaw Gaming mobile slots, led by Wanted Dead or a Wild, are built around compact grids and bold features that suit an upright phone. This guide explains who the Malta-based, Stockholm-listed studio is, how its slots and scratchcards work in a UK app, how to read its volatility scale, and what changes for British players.
Hacksaw Gaming launched in September 2018, is headquartered in Malta and its parent, Hacksaw AB, has been listed on Nasdaq Stockholm since 25 June 2025.
It holds a Gambling Commission licence (ref. 000-054059) and its website lists more than 250 games.
Besides slots it makes scratchcards and instant-win games, which often sit in a separate section of a casino app.
Many Hacksaw slots show volatility on a 1-to-5 scale; Wanted Dead or a Wild and Chaos Crew sit at the high end.
Launched
September 2018
Headquarters
Malta
Ownership
Hacksaw AB, Nasdaq Stockholm (ticker HACK) since 25 June 2025
Hacksaw Gaming launched in September 2018 and is headquartered in Malta. Its parent company, Hacksaw AB, has been listed on Nasdaq Stockholm under the ticker HACK since 25 June 2025, which makes it one of the few slot studios whose results are public. Christoffer Källberg is group chief executive. In Great Britain it holds a Gambling Commission licence, reference 000-054059.
The studio’s website lists more than 250 games. As well as slots, Hacksaw makes scratchcards and instant-win games, and runs a platform called OpenRGS, a remote game server that other studios can use to release their own titles. You may therefore see games from smaller developers that run on Hacksaw’s technology.
Why Hacksaw slots suit an upright phone
Hacksaw’s slots tend to use square or near-square grids, such as 5x5 or 6x5, rather than wide 5x3 reels. A square grid fills the width of a phone held upright without black bars, so the symbols stay large. Controls are simple: a spin button, a stake selector and a menu, with the balance and win shown on one line.
The artwork is cartoon-like and stylised, but the themes, such as Wild West shoot-outs, are aimed at adults and the apps that carry them are rated 18+. Our guide to portrait versus landscape slots explains why square grids read so well on a phone.
Hacksaw Gaming slots you will see most often
Slot
Layout
RTP
Volatility
Max win
Wanted Dead or a Wild
5x5, 15 paylines
96.38%
High
12,500x
Chaos Crew
5x5, 15 paylines
96.30%
High (5 of 5)
10,000x
Chaos Crew 2
5x5, 19 paylines
96.27%
High (5 of 5)
20,000x
Le Bandit
6x5, cluster pays
96.34%
Medium
10,000x
Le Viking
6x5, 15,625 ways
96.32%
Medium
10,000x
Hand of Anubis
30-position cluster grid
96.24%
High (5 of 5)
10,000x
Wanted Dead or a Wild is the studio’s best-known slot, a Western-themed 5x5 game with three different bonus rounds and a 12,500x maximum. Chaos Crew and its sequel Chaos Crew 2 use the same 5x5 format with a punk, graffiti look.
The Le series: Le Bandit, Le Viking and Le Pharaoh
Hacksaw’s Le series features a recurring character in different settings. Le Bandit uses a 6x5 grid with cluster pays, Le Viking a 6x5 grid with 15,625 ways, and Le Pharaoh 19 paylines with a 15,000x maximum. All three are rated medium volatility in our slot facts, which makes them gentler than the studio’s 5-of-5 games.
That is a useful reminder that one studio’s catalogue can cover very different risk levels. Picking a medium-volatility title will not change the house edge, but it typically means a balance moves more gradually.
Reading Hacksaw’s volatility scale
Many Hacksaw games display volatility as a number out of five, often shown as icons on the loading screen or in the info panel. Our slot facts list Chaos Crew, Chaos Crew 2 and Hand of Anubis at 5 of 5, with Dork Unit, Joker Bombs and RIP City at 3 of 5.
3 of 5: wins arrive at a moderate pace; features land more often but pay less.
4 of 5: long gaps between features are common.
5 of 5: most spins return little; a large share of the value sits in rare bonus rounds.
In pounds: with £25 at 25p a spin you have 100 spins. On a 5-of-5 game it is quite possible to use all of them without triggering a bonus. On any rating, losses are the likely outcome over time.
Hacksaw scratchcards and instant wins in apps
Hacksaw is one of the main suppliers of online scratchcards. In a casino app these usually appear under a separate Scratchcards or Instant Win tab rather than among the slots. You tap or swipe to reveal symbols, and the result is decided the moment you buy the card, so the reveal is only presentation.
Scratchcards are quick, which makes it easy to play many in a short time. Each card has its own published RTP in the info screen, and UK game design rules on speed apply to online casino games too. Our pages on scratchcard apps and instant win games cover the formats.
What changes for UK players
Hacksaw slots in other markets often include paid feature spins or bonus buys; in Great Britain the bonus buy is not offered, so bonus rounds only come from normal play. UK versions also have no autoplay, no turbo, at least 2.5 seconds per spin and stake caps of £5 per spin for players aged 25 and over, or £2 for those aged 18 to 24. Free demos need age verification. See UK slot design rules on mobile for the full list.
How to find Hacksaw Gaming mobile slots in a casino app
Open your casino app and tap Slots.
Open the Providers filter and select Hacksaw Gaming.
Check the Scratchcards or Instant Win tab separately for its non-slot games.
If there is no filter, search for Wanted Dead or a Wild or Le Bandit.
Before spinning, open the info screen to note the RTP and volatility rating.
Lobbies differ between casinos and change over time, so confirm your chosen title is available before you deposit. Search shortcuts for each partner app are in finding games in a casino app.
Where to play Hacksaw Gaming slots on your phone
Each app below holds a UK Gambling Commission licence; check the Hacksaw game you want is in the lobby before depositing. Casumo gives new customers who opt in a 50% bonus up to £100 on a first deposit of £20 or more, wagered 10x within 7 days with a £5 maximum bet while active. 18+, T&Cs apply.
No partner offer is tied to a Hacksaw Gaming game. 10bet and Casumo give matched bonuses wagered 10x within set periods, and PlayOJO’s spins are on Big Bass Bonanza from another studio. 18+, T&Cs apply.
Significant terms: 18+. New UK customers only. Select the casino welcome bonus at sign-up and make your first deposit within 7 days. 100% bonus up to £25. Wager the bonus 10x on slots within 3 days. Maximum bonus winnings £1,000. Bonus is not redeemable. Full T&Cs apply. GamCare.org.uk
Read the 10bet reviewLicence: Blue Star Planet Limited, UKGC account 43173. Offer checked 5 October 2026.
Significant terms: 18+. New customers only. Opt-in required. 50% deposit bonus up to £100 on first deposit. Minimum deposit £20. 10x wagering on the bonus amount. Maximum bet or spin £5. Bonus valid for 7 days. Game, play and payment method restrictions apply. Full T&Cs apply. GamCare.org.uk
Read the Casumo reviewLicence: Recro Limited, UKGC account 61549. Offer checked 5 October 2026.
Significant terms: 18+. New UK customers (excluding Northern Ireland). First deposit only. Minimum deposit £10. 80 free spins on Big Bass Bonanza, £0.10 each. No wagering requirements; winnings paid in cash. Cannot be used with any other offer. Only available to players who arrive through the designated offer link. Full T&Cs apply. GamCare.org.uk
Read the PlayOJO reviewLicence: Skill On Net Limited, UKGC account 39326. Offer checked 5 October 2026.
18+. Gambling should be entertainment that costs money, not a way to make it. Set a deposit limit before you play: how to set limits. Free, confidential help: National Gambling Helpline 0808 8020 133.
Frequently asked questions
Is Hacksaw Gaming licensed in the UK?
Yes, Hacksaw Gaming holds a Gambling Commission licence for Great Britain, reference 000-054059, according to the provider facts we hold. That licence covers its role as a games supplier. The casino you play at must hold its own operator licence too, and both can be checked on the Commission’s public register. Hacksaw is headquartered in Malta, and its parent company is listed on Nasdaq Stockholm. Our guide on how to check a casino licence explains how to search the register from a phone.
What is Hacksaw Gaming’s most popular slot?
Wanted Dead or a Wild is Hacksaw’s best-known slot. It is a high-volatility Western-themed game on a 5x5 grid with 15 paylines, a published RTP of 96.38% and a maximum win of 12,500x. It has three separate bonus rounds, each with its own style of feature. Lower RTP versions exist, so check the figure in your app’s game rules. Our Wanted Dead or a Wild guide explains each bonus round for phone players.
Is Hacksaw Gaming a listed company?
Yes, Hacksaw AB, the parent company of Hacksaw Gaming, has been listed on Nasdaq Stockholm since 25 June 2025, under the ticker HACK. Being listed means it publishes financial reports, but it does not change how its games work or how they are tested. Christoffer Källberg is group chief executive, and the studio itself launched in September 2018. For how independent testing of games works, see our guide on how casino apps are tested, which covers random number generator checks.
Can I buy bonuses in Hacksaw slots in the UK?
No, bonus buys and paid feature spins are not available in Hacksaw slots for players in Great Britain. You may see them in videos filmed in other countries, where Hacksaw often includes several buy options, but UK builds remove those buttons. Bonus rounds can only be triggered through normal play. UK versions also drop autoplay and turbo, and no spin resolves in under 2.5 seconds. Our bonus buy glossary entry explains why the rules changed.
What does 5 of 5 volatility mean on a Hacksaw slot?
A 5-of-5 rating is the top of Hacksaw’s volatility scale and means wins are very irregular. Most spins return little or nothing, and bonus rounds, where much of the value lies, can take a long time to arrive. Chaos Crew and Hand of Anubis are rated 5 of 5 in our slot facts. The rating does not change the RTP or make a game more generous. Our hit frequency glossary entry explains how often wins land and why it matters.
Do Hacksaw scratchcards work on a phone?
Yes, Hacksaw scratchcards work on phones inside casino apps, and their simple tap-to-reveal design suits a touchscreen well. They are usually listed in a separate Scratchcards or Instant Win section rather than with slots. The outcome is fixed the moment you buy the card, so scratching faster or slower makes no difference. Because each card is so quick, spending can add up, so set a budget first. Our page on scratchcard apps explains RTPs and formats.
What is OpenRGS from Hacksaw?
OpenRGS is Hacksaw’s remote game server platform, which other studios can use to build and release their games. A remote game server is the system that runs a game’s maths and sends results to the casino app, so it sits behind the scenes. For players, it means some games from smaller studios may run on Hacksaw’s technology while carrying another studio’s name. It does not change the rules or the UK limits. Our guide on how casino app games work explains game servers in plain English.
Which Hacksaw slots are lower volatility?
Among the Hacksaw games in our slot facts, Le Bandit and Le Viking are listed as medium volatility, and Dork Unit, Joker Bombs and RIP City are rated 3 of 5 on the studio’s scale. These tend to give more frequent, smaller wins than 5-of-5 games like Chaos Crew. They still carry a house edge, so they are not cheaper to play over time. Check the info screen in your app for the live rating and RTP. Our Le Bandit guide covers its cluster-pays feature.
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