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Big Bass Bonanza Megaways - Pragmatic Play

Big Bass Bonanza Megaways is a fishing-themed slot by Pragmatic Play using variable reels with up to 117,649 ways to win and a free spins collection feature.

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13 Jan 2026 PokiesHub Australia

Game overview

Big Bass Bonanza Megaways is a slot game developed by and represents a Megaways adaptation of the original Big Bass Bonanza title. The game uses a variable reel system where each reel can display a different number of symbols per spin, creating a changing number of ways to win instead of fixed paylines.

In the base game, wins are formed by matching symbols on adjacent reels from left to right. The number of winning ways varies dynamically on each spin, depending on the active reel configuration. Regular spins form the core gameplay, with scatter symbols operating independently of winning ways.

The main feature is the Free Spins round, triggered by landing scatter symbols. During free spins, fish symbols display fixed cash values. When the fisherman symbol appears, it collects the values of all visible fish symbols and adds them to the total win. Multiple fisherman symbols can appear during the bonus, allowing repeated collection events within the same round.

Big Bass Bonanza Megaways is generally classified as a high volatility slot. Base game wins tend to occur with lower frequency, while the free spins feature concentrates most of the payout potential through symbol value collection. These characteristics are defined by the game’s internal mathematical model.

All spins and feature outcomes are generated using a random number generator (RNG). Each spin is independent, and results are determined according to predefined probability rules embedded in the game logic.

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Game characteristics

Informational values
Parameter Value
Game type Slot
Provider Pragmatic Play
Release year 2021
Platform Desktop / Mobile
Game format Slot
RTP (theoretical) ~96.71%
Volatility High
Paylines / Ways to win Megaways (up to 200,704 ways)
Reel layout 6×7
Bet range Varies by operator
Max win (multiplier) ~12,100×
Features Free Spins, Multipliers, Bonus Game
Special mechanics Megaways, Cascades
Random Number Generator (RNG) Certified RNG
Return model Fixed RTP
Game speed Normal
Autoplay availability Yes
Demo mode availability Yes
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Note. RTP, volatility, and certain parameters may vary depending on jurisdiction, configuration, or game version.