Big Time Gaming slots UK

Big Time Gaming invented the Megaways mechanic in 2016, and other studios now use it under licence.

By Ryan Jessop. Last checked 5 October 2026.

Key takeaways

Big Time Gaming invented the Megaways mechanic in 2016, and other studios now use it under licence.
Variable reel heights and up to 117,649 ways, now used across hundreds of titles.
High volatility.
Slots are capped at £5 a spin in Britain.

Short answer: Big Time Gaming invented the Megaways mechanic in 2016, and other studios now use it under licence. None of our seven fully reviewed slots is its work.

What it changed

Variable reel heights and up to 117,649 ways, now used across hundreds of titles.

The numbers

Slot	Developer	Ways to win	Layout
Big Bass Bonanza	Pragmatic Play	10 paylines	5 reels, 3 rows
Gates of Olympus	Pragmatic Play	Pays anywhere (8 or more matching symbols)	6 reels, 5 rows
Book of Dead	Play'n GO	10 paylines	5 reels, 3 rows
Fishin' Frenzy	Blueprint Gaming (Reel Time Gaming)	10 paylines	5 reels, 3 rows
Starburst	NetEnt	10 paylines, paying both ways	5 reels, 3 rows
Fluffy Favourites	Eyecon	25 paylines	5 reels, 3 rows
Sweet Bonanza	Pragmatic Play	Pays anywhere (8 or more matching symbols)	6 reels, 5 rows

What to expect

High volatility.

In more detail

Big Time Gaming is an Australian studio whose Megaways idea changed the look of online slots within a few years. It also popularised paying to trigger a feature, which is not available in Britain. Its own games are few and highly volatile; its influence is mostly felt through other studios' Megaways titles.

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Key terms on this page

Megaways: A licensed mechanic in which the number of symbols per reel changes each spin.
Pays anywhere: Wins formed by enough matching symbols anywhere on the grid.
Ways to win: A system paying for matching symbols on adjacent reels in any position.

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Frequently asked questions

What is Big Time Gaming known for?

Big Time Gaming invented the Megaways mechanic in 2016, and other studios now use it under licence.

Are these slot sites licensed?

Yes, all five, by the Gambling Commission.

What is the maximum stake on UK slots?

£5 a spin, or £2 for ages 18 to 24.

Can I try slots free?

Usually, in demo mode after age verification.

Is autoplay allowed on UK slots?

No. Each spin must be started by the player and take at least 2.5 seconds.

Can I play slots for free?

Most slots have a demo mode at licensed casinos, available once your age has been verified.

Are online slots random?

Yes. A tested random number generator decides each spin independently of every other.

What is a maximum win?

The cap on a single spin's total win, expressed as a multiple of the stake, such as 5,000x.

Do slots pay more at certain times?

No. Time of day, day of the week and previous results make no difference.

What is a scatter symbol?

A symbol that pays or triggers a feature wherever it lands, without needing a payline.

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