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At BOYLE Casino, we offer some of the very best Megaways slots, with 117,649 different ways to land symbol combinations on every spin. Read on to discover how these games work, how they differ from traditional slots, and the top games to try.
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What Are Megaways Slots?
Megaways slots use a random reel modifier system to offer a potential 117,649 paylines on every spin. Big Time Gaming first introduced the mechanic, but today you’ll find many game providers offering these slot games.
At first glance, a Megaways slot may look like a regular online slot. And the good news is, the basic gameplay is the same: you hit spin to send your reels spinning in the hope of landing matching symbols across the paylines.
But where Megaways games differ is the number of paylines on offer. Each time you spin the reels of one of these games, the number of symbols on each reel changes randomly (usually from two to seven), offering you a different number of paylines on every spin. If you’re playing a Megaways slot with six reels, each spin will offer you between 64 (2 x 2 x 2 x 2 x 2 x 2) and 117,649 (7 x 7 x 7 x 7 x 7 x 7) ways to land combinations.
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Megaways Vs. Traditional Slots: What’s The Difference?
With traditional online slots, you’ll play across a fixed number of reels and paylines. For example, some classic slots have three reels and five paylines, while other video slots may play across five reels with 20 paylines.
The Megaways mechanic, on the other hand, keeps each spin unique with a variable number of paylines on every spin, up to 117,649. This ever-changing number of paylines leads to higher-volatility slot games and offers an element of surprise with each spin.
And while traditional slots offer steady and predictable gameplay, Megaways games thrive on
unpredictability. Let’s look at a list that shows the difference between Megaways slots and traditional games.
1. Traditional Slots Reels and paylines: Traditional slots have a fixed number of reels and paylines. Gameplay: The gameplay tends to be structured and straightforward. Number of paylines: The number of paylines remains consistent throughout gameplay. Player experience: Traditional slots offer a familiar experience for players who prefer simple and straightforward slot games.
2. Megaways Slots
Reels and paylines: Megaways slots use a variable number of ways to create winning combinations. Gameplay: The gameplay is more dynamic and unpredictable. Number of paylines: The number of paylines can increase or decrease depending on the symbols that land. Player experience: Every spin can offer different paylines, adding an element of surprise to the gameplay.
Understanding The 117,649 Ways To Win
While 117,649 potential paylines might seem confusing, in reality it’s a simple concept. Megaways slot games have six reels. On each spin, the number of symbols on each reel varies between two and seven. If each reel has seven symbols on it, that makes up your 117,649 paylines. It’s a simple calculation:
7 Ă— 7 Ă— 7 Ă— 7 Ă— 7 Ă— 7 = 117,649
The maximum potential and the number of ways to form combinations change on every spin, but you’ll usually see this displayed on the screen for each spin.
Some Megaways games take this even further and offer up even more potential paylines. This can be as high as 200,704 in Great Rhino Megaways, for example.
How To Play Megaways Slots & Common Features
You play Megaways slots in the same way as other online slots, as you can set your bet per spin, then hit the spin button to start your reels moving.
You can trigger base game prizes in Megaways games by landing matching symbols across your reels, starting with the leftmost reel. With most Megaways slots, you’ll earn a payout by landing three or more of the same symbol. The more symbols you land and the higher their value, the more you can earn.
Alongside this, you’ll also see some common features in Megaways slot games, including:
1. Cascading Reels: Once you land a matched combination, triggering symbols disappear and are replaced by new ones cascading down from the top. This means you can land multiple combinations from a single spin.
2. Free Spins: A bonus round where you get to spin for free. Free spins are usually triggered by landing three or more scatter symbols. There are also free spins in other games such as jackpot slots.
3. Unlimited Win Multipliers: These are often found in free spins rounds, where the multiplier
increases with each cascade and doesn't reset.
4. Mystery Symbols: Special symbols that all transform into the same matching symbol to create combinations.
Why Are Megaways Slots So Popular?
Megaways slots are so popular due to their unpredictability. These high-volatility slots offer different ways to win, with 117,649 potential paylines on offer; not only does this bring interesting gameplay, but it also creates a variety of ways to trigger combinations.
Bonus features like cascading reels can trigger a chain reaction of symbol combinations, with the chance for growing return multipliers during free spins.
As the game mechanic has proven so popular with players, more and more of the leading developers have adopted it. This ensures a huge variety of high-quality games.
Best Megaways Slots at BOYLE Casino
You’ll find a wide selection of Megaways slot games at BOYLE Casino, including:
1. Buffalo Blitz Megaways : Head into the wild with Buffalo Blitz Megaways, which combines the popular Megaways mechanic with an American frontier theme. With changing reel sizes and thousands of possible combinations, it offers a fresh take on the classic Buffalo slot format.
2. Extra Chilli Megaways: Another popular Megaways game from Big Time Gaming released in 2016. Expect 117,649 potential ways to form combinations on every spin, plus a reaction mechanic, wild symbols and free spins.
3. Gonzo’s Quest Megaways: This is a brilliant example of an all-time classic slot being revamped with the Megaways game mechanic. Everyone’s favourite explorer, Gonzo, is back to search for more treasure in the long-lost City of Gold. There are 117,649 potential paylines, as well as an avalanche feature; look out for Free Fall symbols to win multipliers up to 15x your stake.
4. Captain Kraken Megaways: Feel the atmosphere of a swashbuckling adventure with Captain Kraken Megaways. This pirate-themed slot combines the Megaways mechanic with changing reels and multiple ways to create combinations, creating plenty of opportunities for matched combinations on every spin.
5. Rainbow Riches Megaways: Join Larry the Leprechaun for a modern twist on the classic Rainbow Riches series. This Irish-themed slot combines the familiar Rainbow Riches style with the Megaways mechanic, offering up to 117,649 ways to create combinations. Look out for cascading reels, a Super Gem feature and a Free Spins round, where an increasing multiplier can add another layer to the gameplay.
6. Reel King Megaways : The classic Reel King gets a Megaways makeover, combining its familiar fruit-machine style with up to 117,649 ways to form matches. This slot game includes cascading reels and the Reel King feature, where lit reels can progress you through the Reel King, Super King and Mega King levels. You can also trigger Reel King Free Spins, with a multiplier that increases with each cascade during the bonus round.
Play Megaways Slots On Your Mobile
All our Megaways slot games are fully optimised for a seamless experience on all mobile and tablet devices. Each game is built in HTML, so it can be played directly in a mobile browser with no download required. Mobile games are just like the desktop versions; they aren’t stripped down and retain all the same features, graphics and mechanics.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How are payouts calculated in Megaways slots?
Payouts are awarded for landing matching symbols on adjacent reels, starting from the first reel on the left. The value of the win depends on the specific symbol, the number of matching symbols in the combination, and your stake.
How can I be sure Megaways slots are fair and random?
All licensed Megaways slots use a Random Number Generator (RNG) to determine the outcome of every single spin. This is a complex algorithm that ensures every single spin's outcome is independent and completely random, guaranteeing a fair gaming experience.
Are all Megaways games made by the same company?
The Megaways mechanic itself is owned by Big Time Gaming, which is why you’ll see a number of Megaways games created by this developer. But they also license it out to other top game developers. This means you’ll find a huge variety of Megaways slots from different studios like Blueprint Gaming, Red Tiger, and Pragmatic Play.
Are Megaways slots high volatility?
Not necessarily. Volatility varies by game, so players should check each slot's volatility rating.
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