Cluster Pays 1 article

Cluster Pays is a slot mechanic that awards wins for groups of matching symbols touching one another on a grid rather than for symbols aligned on fixed paylines. Games define a minimum cluster size and adjacency rule, and many remove winning symbols so new ones can fall into place. Cascades are common with the mechanic but are not required for a cluster-pays game. Coverage stays with the reusable format or mechanic; branded titles that adopt it remain separate subjects.