Western Gold Megaways

Western Gold Megaways Slot: Comprehensive Data Analysis

Core Game Specifications

Attribute	Value
Developer	iSoftBet
Release Date	2020-09-16
Theme	Wild West
Layout	6 reels, variable rows (3–7)
Paylines	117,649 ways
Bet Range	€0.20–€20
Core Mechanics	Megaways mechanic with up to 117,649 ways to win, Cascading wins, Western Gold Cash Respins Hold & Win feature, Bonus Buy option (50× stake)
Engine	Megaways
Technology	HTML5

Mathematical & Payout Model

Symbols & Paytable Hierarchy

Tier	Symbol(s)	Function & Value
Low Tier	9, 10, J, Q, K, A	Provides small, frequent wins to maintain gameplay.
Mid Tier	Flask, Spur, Cowboy Hat	Thematic items offering moderate payouts.
High Tier	Gun	Highest paying symbols. Top hits available with full combinations.
Wild	Wild (reels 2‑5)	Acts as a substitute / feature trigger per game rules.
Scatter	Sheriff’s Badge	Triggers free spins / bonus round when enough appear.

Western Gold Megaways Bonus Features Mechanics

Feature	Trigger	Initial Award	Core Mechanic	Enhancement/Retrigger
Western Gold Cash Respins	5 or more Sheriff’s Badge scatters	3 respins	Hold & Win with multipliers and jackpots	Re‑spins reset on each new scatter; full reel boosts multipliers; Mini/Major/Mega jackpots (10×, 25×, 50×)

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What is the maximum win?	The maximum win is 12000× your stake.
What is the RTP?	The base RTP is 95.98% and increases to 97% when using the Bonus Buy.
What triggers the Cash Respins feature?	Landing 5 or more Sheriff’s Badge scatters triggers the Cash Respins feature.
What does the Bonus Buy do?	The Bonus Buy costs 50× stake and immediately triggers the Cash Respins feature while raising RTP to 97%.
What is the volatility level?	The volatility is medium‑high.
How many ways to win does the game offer?	The game offers up to 117,649 ways to win via the Megaways mechanic.
What is the cascading wins feature?	Winning symbols are removed and replaced by new ones, allowing multiple wins from a single spin.

Western Gold Megaways Performance Summary: Strengths vs. Weaknesses