Quick answer
Shamrock Holmes Megaways is a Games Global slot (2020) with 96.44% RTP, high volatility and a 28,000x max win. It uses megaways. RTP can vary by casino.
Key specs
- RTP
- 96.44%
- Volatility
- High
- Hit frequency
- 35.34% (about 1 in 2.8 spins)
- Max win
- 28,000x
- Pays
- Megaways
- Released
- 8 December 2020
Not published by the provider: grid, bet range, jackpot
Casinos with Games Global games
- Kronos Royale200% up to $2,000 + 10% weekly cashback40x bonusCarries Games GlobalPlay at Kronos Royale (opens in new tab)
18+. New customers. Min dep $50. 40x bonus wagering. Max bet $10. 60 days. Full T&Cs apply.
Key terms
18+. New customers only. Min deposit $50. 40x bonus wagering requirement. Max bet $10 while wagering. Cashback: 10% of net casino losses each week (Monday to Sunday), paid as cash with no wagering every Monday, up to $500 a week. Offer valid 60 days. Full T&Cs apply. Please gamble responsibly.
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Themes:
How to play Shamrock Holmes 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.
Shamrock Holmes Megaways pays with megaways.
- Set your stake. Choose your total bet per spin. 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.
The full Shamrock Holmes Megaways guide: how winnings work, 1 feature and 3 strategy tips
- Your stake plan: a $50 budget → about $0.17 a spin (high volatility)
- What 96.44% RTP costs per $100 wagered: $3.56 on average
- 1 feature explained: megaways
- Stake plans for $20 to $250 budgets, checked against the $0.20 minimum bet
- 4 slots with the same style and a higher RTP (up to 98.09%)
- Strategy tips and a session planner for Shamrock Holmes Megaways
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How winnings work (members only)
What 96.44% RTP costs per $100 wagered, the 28,000x max win at a $1 stake
The top prize is capped at 28,000x your stake. On a $1 spin that is $28,000; on $0.20 it is $5,600. When the cap is reached the round usually ends immediately.
What 96.44% RTP means
Expected return = stake × 96.44%
Over $100 of total bets, the long-run average loss is $3.56
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.
The published hit frequency is 35.34%, meaning roughly one spin in 2.8 returns something — though many of those wins are smaller than the stake.
Features explained (members only)
1 feature explained: megaways
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 96.44% RTP, clearing $1,000 of wagering costs about $35.60 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 $0.20 minimum bet
For high volatility we suggest a budget of at least 300 spins. This is what that means for Shamrock Holmes Megaways.
| Budget | Stake a spin | Bet range | Average cost of 300 spins |
|---|---|---|---|
| $20 | $0.07 | Below the $0.20 minimum bet | $0.71 |
| $50 | $0.17 | Below the $0.20 minimum bet | $1.78 |
| $100 | $0.33 | Fits | $3.56 |
| $250 | $0.83 | Fits | $8.90 |
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 98.09%)
Slots with the same mechanic (megaways) and volatility (high) as Shamrock Holmes Megaways, with a higher published RTP. Casinos can still run lower versions of any of them.
Questions
Frequently asked questions
Who makes Shamrock Holmes Megaways?
Shamrock Holmes Megaways is developed by Games Global and was released in 2020.
What is the RTP of Shamrock Holmes Megaways?
The default RTP of Shamrock Holmes Megaways is 96.44%.
Is Shamrock Holmes Megaways high volatility?
Shamrock Holmes Megaways is rated high volatility. High volatility concentrates the return in rare, large wins.
What is the max win on Shamrock Holmes Megaways?
The maximum win on Shamrock Holmes Megaways is 28,000x your stake, which is $28,000 on a $1 spin.
Can I play Shamrock Holmes Megaways for free?
Not on GambGenius at the moment: we don't list an official Games Global demo of Shamrock Holmes Megaways.
Does Shamrock Holmes Megaways have a bonus buy?
No bonus buy is listed for Shamrock Holmes Megaways in the sources we checked.
Where can I play Shamrock Holmes Megaways?
Kronos Royale carries Games Global games. Check Shamrock Holmes 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
- slotcatalog.com Slot database
Specs come from 1 independent slot database. Casinos can run lower-RTP versions, so always check the game rules before you play.
