Lightning Link Pokies Online

What Are Lightning Link Pokies?

Lightning Link is one of the most popular pokie series in Australia, originally created by Aristocrat for land-based venues. The signature feature is the hold-and-spin mechanic: when you land special bonus symbols, they lock in place while the remaining reels respin. If new bonus symbols appear, they also lock, and the respins continue. Fill the screen with bonus symbols to win the grand jackpot.

At Happy23, we offer a selection of online pokies that feature the same exciting hold-and-spin mechanic, giving Australian players the chance to experience this beloved format from the comfort of home or on mobile.

How Hold and Spin Works

The hold-and-spin feature is triggered when you land 6 or more special bonus symbols (usually coins or orbs) anywhere on the reels. Here is how it works:

1. Trigger: Land 6+ bonus symbols to activate the hold-and-spin feature.
2. Lock: All bonus symbols lock in place. You start with 3 respins.
3. Respinn: The remaining positions respin. If a new bonus symbol lands, it locks and respins reset to 3.
4. Jackpot: Fill all positions with bonus symbols to win the grand jackpot. Otherwise, the feature ends when respins run out.

Best Hold and Spin Pokies at Happy23

While traditional Lightning Link games are not available online, Happy23 offers similar hold-and-spin pokies from top providers that capture the same excitement. Try Big Bass Bonanza for a fishing-themed collect feature, or explore our top 10 slot games for more options. Learn about RTP and volatility to choose the right game.