Wild Waves Megaways

Wild Waves Megaways Slot: Comprehensive Data Analysis

Core Game Specifications

Attribute	Value
Developer	OneTouch
Release Date	August 31, 2023
Theme	Surfing, Beach, Ocean
Layout	6 reels with 2–7 rows plus a top horizontal tracker reel
Paylines	Up to 117,649 ways to win
Bet Range	$0.20–$100
Core Mechanics	Megaways mechanic with up to 117,649 ways, Cascading wins, Mystery symbols, Shark Danger full‑reel wilds with multipliers, Free spins with progressive multiplier, Bonus Buy option
Technology	HTML5, mobile‑first design
Compatibility	Android, iOS, Windows, Mac

Mathematical & Payout Model

Symbols & Paytable Hierarchy

Tier	Symbol(s)	Function & Value
Low Tier	10, J, Q, K, A	Provides small, frequent wins to maintain gameplay.
Mid Tier	Seashell, Starfish, Crab, Pearl	Thematic items offering moderate payouts.
High Tier	Surfer Dude	Highest paying symbols. Top hits available with full combinations.
Wild	Wild symbol (top reel)	Acts as a substitute / feature trigger per game rules.
Scatter	Scatter symbol	Triggers free spins / bonus round when enough appear.

Wild Waves Megaways Bonus Features Mechanics

Feature	Trigger	Initial Award	Core Mechanic	Enhancement/Retrigger
Shark Danger full‑reel wilds	Shark Danger symbol on top tracker		Transforms reel below into full‑reel wild with random multiplier (6× in free spins)
Free Spins with progressive multiplier	4 or more scatters	10–16 free spins	Progressive multiplier starts at 1× and increases by 1 per cascade	Retriggers via 3 scatters on top tracker give +4 spins

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What is the maximum win?	The maximum win is 10000× the stake.
What is the RTP?	The RTP is 95.95%.
What is the volatility?	The volatility is high.
How many ways to win?	There are up to 117,649 ways to win via Megaways mechanic.
What does Shark Danger do?	Shark Danger on the top tracker turns the reel below into a full‑reel wild with a multiplier.
How does the progressive multiplier work?	In free spins, the multiplier starts at 1× and increases by 1 with each cascade.
Can I buy the bonus?	Yes. You can buy the free spins bonus for 100× your stake.

Wild Waves Megaways Performance Summary: Strengths vs. Weaknesses