5 Lions Megaways is the latest addition to Pragmatic Play's popular 5 Lions series, bringing the powerful Megaways system into the fold. While this isn't the first time we've seen a release in the 5 Lions lineup, this version introduces a new twist with up to 200,704 ways to win. The Chinese-inspired theme remains at the heart of the game, with symbols like turtles, phoenixes, and dragons creating everything you'd want from a slot, plus the cultural references.
On the technical side, the game plays on a 6-reel grid where each reel can hold up to 7 symbols, generating an ever-changing number of ways to win. The tumbling reels feature ensures consecutive wins are possible, while wild multipliers boost potential payouts in both the base game and bonus rounds. Bets range from 0.20, and players can activate an Ante Bet feature for an increased chance to potentially trigger free spins. Overall, it keeps the series’ reputation intact.
If you’re familiar with Pragmatic Play, you know they have a knack for keeping things fresh while sticking to themes that resonate with players. Other titles like 5 Lions Gold and 5 Lions Dance have already proven popular, and 5 Lions Megaways continues to build on that foundation, with enough tweaks to stand out.
Here’s a simple guide to get you started with 5 Lions Megaways
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Just as you’d expect, the symbols in 5 Lions Megaways are filled with classic Chinese imagery, from animals to traditional card icons. Here’s a breakdown of the payouts for different combinations:
Symbol | Payout (3, 4, 5, 6 on a payline) |
10 | 0.2x, 0.4x, 0.8x, 2x |
J | 0.2x, 0.4x, 0.8x, 2x |
Q | 0.2x, 0.4x, 0.8x, 2x |
K | 0.4x, 0.6x, 1x, 2.5x |
A | 0.4x, 0.6x, 1x, 2.5x |
Turtle | 0.6x, 1x, 2x, 5x |
Fish | 0.6x, 1x, 2.5x, 5x |
Frog | 1x, 1.5x, 3x, 10x |
Phoenix | 1.5x, 2.5x, 5x, 10x |
Dragon | 2x, 4x, 8x, 50x |
In addition to the paytable, 5 Lions Megaways is also equipped with both a wild and a scatter. The Wild (Dragon) substitutes for all symbols except Scatter, helping potentially form winning combinations.
The Yin-Yang Scatter, on the other hand, is there to trigger the Free Spins bonus. To activate this bonus feature, players need to collect three or more Yin-Yang Scatters.
Below you’ll find detailed explanations of all the relevant features in 5 Lions Megaways.
Every time you land a winning combination, the Tumbling Reels feature kicks in. Winning symbols are removed from the grid, and new ones tumble down from above to replace them. This allows for consecutive wins on just a single spin, with the process continuing until no new winning combinations are formed.
If a winning combo includes a wild symbol, it comes with a multiplier that can range from x2 to x40. This applies to both base game wins and free spins.
The Free Spins Feature is brought into play by getting 3, 4, 5, or 6 Yin-Yang scatter symbols, awarding a payout and entry into the Free Spins round. Here, players get to choose from a range of free spins and multiplier combinations:
Landing three scatters during the Free Spins round retriggers the feature with the same number of spins as originally chosen.
For those looking to increase their chances of triggering free spins, the Ante Bet feature is available. By increasing the stake by 25%, players double their chances of landing scatter symbols.
As you've just learned, 5 Lions Megaways is not the first of its kind. Other similar slot titles inspired by Chinese culture include Chinese Treasures, Panda Blitz, Panda Luck, . All are available at BetVictor casino.