Panda Money

Big Time Gaming’s Panda Money Megaways brings a new contender to the growing lineup of panda-themed slots, blending Asian charm with the Prize Builder feature and the ever-popular Megaways format. Set against a serene backdrop with waterfalls, lily pads, and bamboo forests, this slot feels like a panda-flavored tribute to the iconic Bonanza game. But don’t be fooled by the sleepy panda chilling next to the grid—the Prize Builder feature means business!

Gameplay and Symbols

The 6-reel grid, plus a horizontal Extra Reel on top, allows for up to 15,625 ways to win. As a Megaways slot, each reel (including the Extra Reel) can hold up to 5 symbols, creating a dynamic layout. The highly volatile math model gives a default RTP of 96.1% (96.15% with bonus buys), and stakes range from 20c to $/€12 per spin.

Nine through Ace card ranks represent the low pays, paying 0.2x to 0.25x for six-of-a-kind wins. The high-pay symbols include a ring, butterfly, fish, and flower, offering 0.3x to 1x the bet for six-of-a-kind. The Yin & Yang wilds only appear on the Extra Reel, dropping down during Prize Builder if space allows.

Features That Build Big Wins

• Prize Builder: Winning symbols drop to the bottom and non-winning positions respin. Extra Reel symbols can fall into empty spaces if reels below have fewer than 4 symbols. The Prize Builder continues until no new winning symbols improve the combination.
• Free Spins: Three scatters award 8 free spins, with +2 spins per additional scatter. An unlimited win multiplier starts at x1 and increases whenever symbols are removed via the Prize Builder. Bamboo symbols collected by the panda raise the multiplier for every 5 collected, and scatters award +3 spins.
• Win Exchange & Bonus Buy: Wins of 100x+ can be exchanged for 8 free spins. Wins of 25x-100x can be gambled for 8 free spins on a wheel. Or, buy 8 free spins directly for 100x.

The Final Verdict

Panda Money Megaways is Big Time Gaming’s take on the winning symbol respin genre, combining straightforward mechanics with a hefty 67,330x winning potential. While Prize Builder sequences can sometimes underdeliver, the format keeps players on their toes with its combination of high-speed spins and the occasional lucrative payout. Though the game’s simplicity might make it feel cyclical at times, it packs sound stats and explosive potential in the right conditions.