Big Bass Bonanza
Provider
Pragmatic Play
Released
2020
RTP
96.71%
Volatility
High
Min/Max Bet
R2.50 - R625
Max Win
2,100x Stake
Theme
Fishing, Underwater, Adventure
Paylines
10 paylines
Reels
5 reels, 3 rows
Game Features
Game Overview
Big Bass Bonanza is a hugely popular fishing-themed video slot from Pragmatic Play that has captured the attention of South African players since its release in 2020. This high volatility game combines simple mechanics with a potentially lucrative free spins feature where fishermen collect money symbols for big wins. Its straightforward gameplay, charming graphics, and substantial win potential have made it a staple in South African online casinos, spawning several successful sequels including Bigger Bass Bonanza and Big Bass Splash.
Bonus Features
Free Spins with Fisherman Collect
Landing 3, 4, or 5 scatter symbols triggers 10, 15, or 20 free spins respectively. During free spins, whenever a fisherman (Wild) and one or more money symbols (fish with cash values) appear simultaneously, the fisherman collects the values of all money symbols visible on the reels. Additionally, collecting 4 fisherman symbols during the feature awards 10 extra free spins and increases the collection multiplier (1x → 2x → 3x → 10x) for subsequent collections. This can be repeated multiple times during a single free spins round.
Money Symbols
Fish symbols with cash values attached appear during both the base game and free spins. In the base game, they function as regular symbols, but during free spins, their values can be collected by the fisherman Wild symbol, adding substantial wins to your balance.
Multiplier Progression
During the free spins feature, collecting 4 fisherman symbols not only awards additional free spins but also increases a multiplier for all subsequent collections. The progression goes from 1x to 2x to 3x and finally to 10x, significantly enhancing the potential of the Money Symbol collections.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Engaging free spins feature with collection mechanics
- Progressive multiplier system during free spins
- High RTP of 96.71% is above industry average
- Opportunity to retrigger free spins multiple times
- Simple, straightforward gameplay with high win potential
- Fun fishing theme that resonates with many players
Cons
- Base game can be uneventful with few features
- High volatility means extended dry spells are common
- Maximum win of 2,100x is lower than some competitors
- Graphics are somewhat basic compared to newer releases
- Free spins can be difficult to trigger
