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Gold Megaways is a Big Time Gaming slot (2021) with 96.42% RTP, high volatility and a 20,200x max win. It uses up to 1,000,000 ways with free spins and expanding reels. RTP can vary by casino.
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Key specs
- RTP
- 96.42%
- 0.38 points above the median (96.04%)
- Volatility
- High5 of 6 on our volatility scale
- Max win
- 20,200x
- Higher than 91% of slots in our database
- Grid
- 6 reels
- Pays
- Up to 1,000,000 ways
- Released
- 18 Aug 2021
- Bet range
- $0.05–$20
- Jackpot
- None
Casinos with Big Time Gaming games
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- Solstice Spins50 Free Spins No Deposit + 100% up to $50035x bonusCarries Big Time GamingPlay at Solstice Spins (opens in new tab)
18+. New customers. Min dep: none for the free spins; $20 for the match bonus. 35x bonus wagering. Max bet $5. 14 days. 50 spins on Starburst at $0.10. Spin wins capped at $100. Full T&Cs apply.
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How to play Gold Megaways (members only)
The number of symbols on each reel changes every spin, so the number of ways to win changes too. Matching symbols on adjacent reels, from left to right, pay in any position.
Gold Megaways is played on a 6 reels grid with up to 1,000,000 ways.
- Set your stake. Choose your total bet per spin between $0.05 and $20. Wins are paid as multiples of this stake.
- Check the paytable. Open the game's info screen to see what each symbol pays and the exact rules for this version.
- Spin. Each spin's result is decided by a certified random number generator, independent of previous spins.
- Trigger the bonus. Land the required scatter symbols to start the free spins feature.
The full Gold Megaways guide: how winnings work, 3 features and 3 strategy tips
- Your stake plan: a $50 budget → about $0.17 a spin (high volatility)
- What 96.42% RTP costs per $100 wagered: $3.58 on average
- 3 features explained: free spins, expanding reels, megaways
- Stake plans for $20 to $250 budgets, checked against the $0.05 minimum bet
- 4 slots with the same style and a higher RTP (up to 97.47%)
- Strategy tips and a session planner for Gold Megaways
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How winnings work (members only)
What 96.42% RTP costs per $100 wagered, the 20,200x max win at a $1 stake
The top prize is capped at 20,200x your stake. On a $1 spin that is $20,200; on $0.20 it is $4,040. When the cap is reached the round usually ends immediately.
What 96.42% RTP means
Expected return = stake × 96.42%
Over $100 of total bets, the long-run average loss is $3.58
RTP is a long-run average across millions of spins. Any single session can finish far above or below it, especially on a high volatility game.
Features explained (members only)
3 features explained: free spins, expanding reels, megaways
Free spins
A bonus round of spins played at no cost to your balance, usually triggered by landing three or more scatter symbols. Wins during the round are added to your balance, and many games let you retrigger extra spins.
Expanding reels
The grid grows during play, adding rows or reels and increasing the number of ways or lines that can pay.
Megaways
A licensed mechanic where the number of symbols on each reel changes every spin, so the number of ways to win can run into the hundreds of thousands.
Strategy tips (members only)
- Size your stake to the volatility. High volatility concentrates the return in rare, large wins. Long losing runs are normal. Keep stakes small (around 1% of your session budget or less) so you can ride out the swings. A simple rule: bring at least 300 spins' worth of budget, so a $50 budget suggests a stake of about $0.17.
2 more tips and a session planner
- Bonus wagering: at 96.42% RTP, clearing $1,000 of wagering costs about $35.80 on average. Check the bonus terms, as some casinos exclude specific games. Run your numbers in the wagering calculator.
- Set limits before you spin. Decide your loss limit and session time in advance and stop when you reach either. No pattern or betting system changes the outcome of a spin.
More on this in slot RTP and volatility explained and bankroll management.
Does it fit your budget? (members only)
Stake plans for $20 to $250 budgets, checked against the $0.05 minimum bet
For high volatility we suggest a budget of at least 300 spins. This is what that means for Gold Megaways (bets from $0.05 up to a maximum bet of $20).
| Budget | Stake a spin | Average cost of 300 spins |
|---|---|---|
| $20 | $0.07 | $0.72 |
| $50 | $0.17 | $1.79 |
| $100 | $0.33 | $3.58 |
| $250 | $0.83 | $8.95 |
Averages only: a short session can end far above or below them. Set a loss limit before you play.
Same style, better RTP (members only)
4 slots with the same style and a higher RTP (up to 97.47%)
Slots with the same mechanic (megaways) and volatility (high) as Gold Megaways, with a higher published RTP. Casinos can still run lower versions of any of them.
Beware The Deep Megaways97.47% RTP · +1.05 pts
Lucky Fishing Megaways96.97% RTP · +0.55 pts
Spin & Score Megaways96.97% RTP · +0.55 pts
Queen of Riches96.9% RTP · +0.48 ptsQuestions
Frequently asked questions
Who makes Gold Megaways?
Gold Megaways is developed by Big Time Gaming and was released in 2021.
What is the RTP of Gold Megaways?
The default RTP of Gold Megaways is 96.42%.
Is Gold Megaways high volatility?
Gold Megaways is rated high volatility. High volatility concentrates the return in rare, large wins.
What is the max win on Gold Megaways?
The maximum win on Gold Megaways is 20,200x your stake, which is $20,200 on a $1 spin.
Can I play Gold Megaways for free?
Not on GambGenius at the moment: we don't list an official Big Time Gaming demo of Gold Megaways.
Does Gold Megaways have a bonus buy?
No bonus buy is listed for Gold Megaways in the sources we checked.
Where can I play Gold Megaways?
Solstice Spins carries Big Time Gaming games. Check Gold Megaways is in the lobby in your country before you sign up. 18+ · New customers · T&Cs apply. Availability varies by country.
Where this data comes from
- bigtimegaming.com Provider
- bigwinboard.com Slot database
Specs come from the provider's own site and 1 independent slot database. Casinos can run lower-RTP versions, so always check the game rules before you play.
Game artwork © Big Time Gaming, shown to identify the game.
