Megaways Slots UK & IRE at BoyleSports Games
Welcome to the revolutionary and exciting world of Megaways slots, promising a huge 117,649 ways to win 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. The game mechanic was first introduced by Big Time Gaming, but today you’ll find a whole host of 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 to try and land 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 win.
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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 you guessing with a variable number of paylines on every spin – this could be as many as 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 and the potential for big wins.
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 win potential and the number of ways to win changes 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 – set your bet per spin, then hit the spin button to start your reels moving.
You win with 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’ll win.
Alongside this, you’ll also see some common features in Megaways slot games, including:
1. Cascading Reels: Once you land a winning combination, winning symbols disappear and are replaced by new ones cascading down from the top. This means you can land multiple wins from a single spin.
2. Free Spins: A bonus round where you get to spin for free. Free spins is usually triggered by landing three or more scatter symbols.
3. Unlimited Win Multipliers: These are often found in free spins rounds, where the win multiplier increases with each cascade and doesn't reset.
4. Mystery Symbols: Special symbols that all transform into the same matching symbol to create wins.
Why are Megaways Slots so Popular?
Megaways slots are so popular due to their unpredictability. These high volatility slots promise a massive number of winning combinations. With 117,649 potential paylines on offer, not only does this bring the excitement, but it also creates significant win potential.
Bonus features like cascading reels can trigger a chain reaction of wins, with the chance for unlimited win 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.
What are the Best Megaways Slots to Play?
You’ll find a wide selection of Megaways slot games at BoyleSports Games, including:
1. Bonanza Megaways : Bonanza was the first Big Time Gaming Megaways game that got the gaming world excited in 2016. It promises classic Megaways action with 117,649 ways to win on each spin. Look out for a fantastic free spins feature and unlimited multipliers to boost your wins.
2. Extra Chilli Megaways: Another popular Megaways game from Big Time Gaming released in 2016. Expect 117,649 potential ways to win 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 ways to win on every spin, as well as an avalanche feature. Look out for Free Fall symbols to win multipliers up to 15x your stake.
4. Monopoly Megaways: This creative branded slot uses the classic Monopoly board and overlays it with the Megaways mechanic for exciting slot play. Yes, there are 117,649 potential paylines, but it also offers some classic Monopoly play too. The Reel Adventures feature sees Mr. Monopoly move around the board to land properties, secure multipliers and trigger free spins.
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 they 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 win mechanics.
You can also play our full collection of slots through our mobile app, available on both iOS and Android.
Try Before you Buy: Megaways Demo Mode
On many of our Megaways games, you can play in a free demo mode. This allows you to try games for free without wagering real money.
If you’re new to Megaways, it’s a great way to understand the unique features of specific slots, whether it’s how the bonus features trigger or how the cascading reels mechanic works. Plus, you can evaluate a game’s volatility before committing a real-money stake.
Just remember, if you play in demo mode you can’t spin for real-money wins.
Play Megaways Slots Online at BoyleSports
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We put responsible gambling as one of our top priorities. You’ll find a range of safer gambling resources available to help you manage your bankroll, set time limits and take time away from gaming. For further information on responsible gambling, visit BeGambleAware.org and GamCare .
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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 was invented and patented by Big Time Gaming, which is why you’ll see the first wave of Megaways games created by this developer. But they license it out to other top game developers too. This means you’ll find a huge variety of Megaways slots from different studios like Blueprint Gaming, Red Tiger, and Pragmatic Play.
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