Big Bad Wolf Megaways

Big Bad Wolf Megaways Slot: Comprehensive Data Analysis

Core Game Specifications

Attribute	Value
Developer	Quickspin
Release Date	2021-09-14
Theme	Fairytale, Three Little Pigs, Big Bad Wolf
Layout	6 reels, 2–7 rows (Megaways)
Paylines	117649
Bet Range	0.20–100
Core Mechanics	Megaways mechanic, Tumbling Reels, Piggy Wilds, Blowing Down the House Free Spins, Increasing Multiplier, Bonus Buy
Developer	Quickspin
Mechanics	Megaways, Tumbling Reels, Bonus Buy

Mathematical & Payout Model

Symbols & Paytable Hierarchy

Tier	Symbol(s)	Function & Value
Low Tier	J, Q, K, A	Provides small, frequent wins to maintain gameplay.
Mid Tier	axe, pitchfork, trowel, three pigs	Thematic items offering moderate payouts.
High Tier	wolf	Highest paying symbols. Top hits available with full combinations.
Wild	toolbox wild, Piggy Wilds	Acts as a substitute / feature trigger per game rules.
Scatter	full moon	Triggers free spins / bonus round when enough appear.

Big Bad Wolf Megaways Bonus Features Mechanics

Feature	Trigger	Initial Award	Core Mechanic	Enhancement/Retrigger
Piggy Wilds	2, 4, 6 consecutive tumbles		Turns pig symbols into wilds on reels 2–5
Blowing Down the House Free Spins	3 full moon scatters	11 free spins, 1× multiplier	Each win increases multiplier by 1×; multiplier persists	Collect scatters: 3 = +3 spins +5× multiplier; 6 = +3 spins +10× multiplier; >6 = +1 spin each
Bonus Buy	Player pays 90× bet	Immediate free spins feature	Access to Blowing Down the House bonus	RTP increases to ~96.44%

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What is the maximum win multiplier?	The maximum win is 30,540× your bet during the free spins feature.
What is the RTP of the game?	The default RTP is 96.05%, increasing to approximately 96.44% when using the Bonus Buy feature.
How do Piggy Wilds work?	After 2, 4, and 6 consecutive tumbles, each of the three pig symbols turns into a wild on reels 2–5.
How are free spins triggered?	Landing 3 full moon scatter symbols triggers 11 free spins with a starting multiplier of 1×.
Can I buy the free spins feature?	Yes, you can pay 90× your bet to directly access the free spins bonus and benefit from a slightly higher RTP.
Does the multiplier reset between free spins?	No, the win multiplier continues to increase with each win and does not reset during the free spins feature.
How many ways to win does the game offer?	The Megaways mechanic offers up to 117,649 ways to win on each spin.
What is the volatility level?	The game is high volatility, meaning wins are less frequent but can be substantial.

Big Bad Wolf Megaways Performance Summary: Strengths vs. Weaknesses