Big Shrimpin’

Big Shrimpin’ Slot: Comprehensive Data Analysis

Core Game Specifications

Attribute	Value
Developer	Rival
Release Date	March 18, 2024
Theme	Fishing, Ocean, Adventure
Layout	5×3
Paylines	25
Bet Range	0.25–25
Core Mechanics	Expanding Wilds, Free Spins, 5× Multiplier during Free Spins, Catch of the Day Pick Bonus, Bonus Buy option
Technology	HTML5
Mobile	Yes

Mathematical & Payout Model

Symbols & Paytable Hierarchy

Tier	Symbol(s)	Function & Value
Low Tier	Lighthouse, Anchor, Seagull, Fish	Provides small, frequent wins to maintain gameplay.
Mid Tier	Ship Wheel, Dog, Shrimp	Thematic items offering moderate payouts.
High Tier	Captain Bubba Crustacean	Highest paying symbols. Top hits available with full combinations.
Wild	Shrimp Net (Expanding Wild)	Acts as a substitute / feature trigger per game rules.
Scatter	Captain Bubba’s Compass	Triggers free spins / bonus round when enough appear.

Big Shrimpin’ Bonus Features Mechanics

Feature	Trigger	Initial Award	Core Mechanic	Enhancement/Retrigger
Free Spins with Multiplier	3–5 Compass scatters	10–20 free spins	Expanding wilds carry 5× multiplier during free spins
Catch of the Day Pick Bonus	3 Boat bonus symbols on reels 1, 3, 5		Pick buoys to reveal cash prizes until rubber boot ends feature
Bonus Buy	Player choice		Allows direct purchase of Free Spins or Pick Bonus

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What is the RTP of Big Shrimpin’?	The RTP is approximately 94.19%, depending on the setting (medium).
What is the volatility level?	The game features low volatility, offering frequent smaller wins.
What is the maximum win multiplier?	The highest paying symbol (Captain Bubba) pays up to 300× the bet for five of a kind.
How do I trigger free spins?	Land 3, 4 or 5 compass scatter symbols to receive 10, 15 or 20 free spins, during which expanding wilds carry a 5× multiplier.
What is the Catch of the Day bonus?	Landing three boat bonus symbols on reels 1, 3 and 5 activates a pick‑bonus where you select buoys to reveal cash prizes until you pick the rubber boot.
Can I buy bonus features?	Yes, there is a Bonus Buy option allowing you to purchase either the free spins or the pick bonus directly.
What are the betting limits?	You can bet from 0.25 up to 25 credits per spin across 25 fixed paylines.
Does the wild symbol expand?	Yes, the shrimp net wild expands to fill the reel and substitutes for other symbols.

Big Shrimpin’ Performance Summary: Strengths vs. Weaknesses