Big Bucks Bandits Megaways Slot Review – Demo, RTP & Features

Where slot games are concerned, Yggdrasil are renowned for being the best. And in their latest release, Big Bucks Bandits Megaways, the European software developers bring Megaways into play, which isn’t their first time doing so. So, you naturally expect good things due to their experience with this mechanic in particular.

In terms of the theme of this one, some people may not be able to spot it immediately, but it’s a Western-themed idea, which is why Bandits is included in the title. The backdrop being a sort of desert-like setting, gives weight to the theme. And the game takes place in and around the Grand Canyon too.

The backdrop mentioned above not only plays a big role in selling the game’s theme but also on the visual front because it’s well-designed. The icons that appear on the reels are fine, but in some ways, you could suggest they’re slightly dated, but maybe that adds to the authenticity of the theme.

Eagle-eyed readers will have noticed the inclusion of the word Megaways in the title of this review, and as always, this is going to be crucial in how well this game is received. You can have a great game as standard but include the Megaways mechanic, and things just seem to get even better.

With Megaways in tow, there are up to a stunning 117,649 ways to win available per spin. And in Western-style, it will be a shootout to see if the max paylines are in play in a single round. It certainly adds to the excitement and winning potential.

Game Features

The Megaways system heavily influences how Big Bucks Bandits Megaways plays, as you will expect. In each round, it’s possible to have a whopping 117,649 ways to win, which means the winning potential can be off the scale. Of course, it’s not going to be a case of having this amount of paylines in play every round, as each spin is individual.

Yggdrasil, the creators of this slot, are fans of respins, and when six or more money bag icons are in view on the reels, the Jackpot Heist Respins feature will spring into life. These money bag icons stay locked in place, with three respins then getting underway. The counter resets when more money bag icons come into view.

Trophies appearing during the feature are also beneficial as they will reward the player spinning the reels a fixed jackpot, with prizes worth up to 1,000x the bet. At the conclusion of the respins bonus round, the Double Cross Gamble feature starts. It’s at this point players have a decision to make as they can gamble what they have by spinning the reel, with green segments including the total prize of 5x. But it’s also possible to lose everything.