Das xBoot 2 is chock-a-block with features, combining returning mechanics from the original with evolved versions and entirely new additions. Here’s the full arsenal.
xNudge Wild
The xNudge Wild is a staple of Nolimit City. It’s a 4-row high Wild that always nudges to be fully visible on the reels. Each position the Wild nudges increases the Wild Multiplier by +1. It can land only on reels 3 and 4 generally, during Periscope Up! it lands on reel 4 only.
xWays
xWays symbols are another staple. They can land on reels 2 and 5, and when they do, they reveal a random regular paying symbol. The xWays symbol expands to 2-3 symbols in height, effectively splitting into multiple instances of the revealed symbol.
xBomb
xBomb symbols replace all icons except scatters. When an xBomb lands, it explodes all symbol types that are not part of winning combinations, except for other wilds and scatter symbols.
After the explosion removes non-winning symbols, the grid refills with new symbols cascading down. Before this collapse occurs, the xBomb increases the win multiplier by +1. This multiplier effect is cumulative.
Periscope Up!
Reel 3 can expand from its default 4 positions up to a maximum of 8 rows. When this occurs, a Periscope Wild may land on the expanded reel. This triggers a torpedo sequence.
How that works: a target appears, the submarine fires a torpedo, and one of two outcomes occurs. If the torpedo hits the target, the Periscope Wild expands to fill the top of the reel and then nudges down position by position, adding a multiplier with each nudge similar to the xNudge Wild mechanic. If the torpedo misses, the Periscope Wild remains as a single wild symbol without expansion or multipliers.
It’s a random feature appearing in the base game and Wolf Pack spins, and it’s always active in Silent Hunter Spins and Battle of the Atlantic Spins.
Torpedo Builder
In the base game and Silent Hunter Spins, landing a full 2-symbol-wide boat in the Ocular area above reels 5-6 triggers the Torpedo Builder feature. This launches a mini-game where a Torpedo tube appears under reels 2-5, and only Torpedo parts can land on those reels.
Players receive 3 spins to collect all 4 torpedo parts. The collection system works as follows: reels 2 and 5 drop Torpedo parts with values of +1 to +3 xWays symbols, while reels 3 and 4 drop Torpedo parts with values of +1 to +3 xWays Wilds.
If all 4 parts are successfully collected within the 3 spins, the Torpedo launches. The launch reveals xWays symbols behind the torpedo based on the collected values – regular split symbols appear on reels 2 and 5 according to the accumulated xWays values, and split wilds appear on reels 3 and 4 according to the accumulated xWays Wild values. Assembling torpedo parts over 3 spins creates genuine anticipation and tension.
Golden Torpedo Builder
In the base game and Silent Hunter Spins, landing a golden boat in the Ocular (instead of a regular boat) triggers the Golden Torpedo Builder. This is the premium version of the Torpedo Builder feature.
The critical difference is the Torpedo part values. In the Golden Torpedo Builder, Torpedo parts only have values of either +8 or +88. These are massively enhanced compared to the standard +1 to +3 values, creating potential for extraordinary xWays expansion when the torpedo launches.
Silent Hunter Spins
Landing 3 scatter symbols in the base game triggers 8 Silent Hunter Spins. This is the entry-level free spins mode, though “entry-level” is relative when discussing Nolimit City features.
The Periscope Up! feature is always active throughout Silent Hunter Spins, meaning reel 3 can expand on any spin and Periscope Wilds can land. The Periscope Wild nudge mechanic is enhanced in this mode – it awards a persistent multiplier that starts at x1 after the first nudge, then grows by +1 with each subsequent Periscope Wild nudge throughout the feature.
Wolf Pack Spins
Landing 4 scatter symbols in the base game awards 9 Wolf Pack Spins. This mode focuses on the Torpedo Builder mechanic rather than the Periscope.
A Torpedo Tube appears under reels 2-5 at the start of the feature. The tube is preloaded with xWays and xWays Wilds of size 2, giving you a base torpedo from the beginning. On reels 2 and 5, Torpedo parts that land drop +1 to +3 xWays symbols into the Torpedo area. On reels 3 and 4, Torpedo parts drop +1 to +3 xWays Wilds instead.
The key mechanic: any time a boat lands in the Ocular, the Torpedo launches in its current state, revealing the accumulated xWays and xWays Wilds. After launching, an identical Torpedo is immediately loaded (matching the configuration that just launched), which can be further enhanced on future spins.
Battle of the Atlantic Spins
Landing 5 scatter symbols in the base game awards 10 Battle of the Atlantic Spins. This is the premium free spins mode that combines both major feature mechanics.
Battle of the Atlantic Spins has both the Periscope Up! feature from Silent Hunter Spins and the Torpedo Builder from Wolf Pack Spins active simultaneously.
Extra Spin
When a free spins bonus round ends, you may have the chance to purchase an extra spin. Any existing multipliers and Torpedo Tube progress are kept, allowing you to continue building on what you’ve accumulated.
The cost depends on the current state of the feature – more advanced positions with higher multipliers or loaded torpedoes cost more.
Nolimit Boosters & Feature Buy
Das xBoot 2 offers four Nolimit Boosters that affect the base game that you can purchase:
- Bonus Booster costs 1.50x and guarantees a Scatter.
- Periscope Booster costs 8x and guarantees the Periscope Up! feature.
- Torpedo Booster costs 20x and guarantees Torpedo Builder will trigger via a full normal boat landing in the Ocular.
- Golden Torpedo Booster costs 4,500x the bet and guarantees Golden Torpedo Builder will trigger via a full golden boat landing in the Ocular.
On the other hand, you can use the standard Feature Buy
Feature Buys
Players can purchase direct access to free spins modes:
- Silent Hunter Spins: 80x the bet
- Wolf Pack Spins: 250x the bet
- Battle of the Atlantic Spins: 750x the bet
- Lucky Draw: 290x the bet
Mobile Experience
Das xBoot 2 is great on mobile as well. It’s perfect for smaller screens and the change in orientation. You can use it both on Android and iOS devices, and it can be both a smartphone and a tablet.
Theme, Visuals & Sound
Das xBoot 2 commits fully to its theme with impressive attention to atmosphere and visuals.
In true Nolimit fashion, this isn’t a lighthearted or playful take on the subject – the game embraces the tension, and danger of submarine operations during wartime.
The visual presentation places you deep underwater, with mines drifting past the submarine in grey, murky waters. The color palette is appropriately muted and oppressive, creating a sense of being hundreds of meters below the surface with tons of water pressing down from above.
Our Experience Playing Das xBoot 2
Das xBoot 2 is a bigger release than the first one. First of all, it’s a much more ambitious of a project that carries so much in terms of add-ons, features, boosters.
The potential is insane, but the extreme volatility, RTP, winning cap, and features make the game a very risky choice. It’s for high rollers, for sure, and casual players will probably not like this game in the least.
The extreme volatility label is earned for sure. This isn’t hyperbole – Das xBoot 2 is a deadly pressure cooker capable of long, punishing dry spells that can evaporate bankrolls with alarming speed. We experienced long base game sessions that were over 100 spins long without triggering significant features or accumulating meaningful wins. The game can be brutal, so please be careful with placing bets. Bankroll management is key.
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