The Buffalo King Megaways slot is a six-reel Pragmatic Play game with up to 200,704 ways to win, a published RTP of 96.52%, high volatility and a 5,000x top prize. Tumbling reels, wilds carrying multipliers of up to 5x and a scatter-triggered free spins round do most of the work.
RTP of 96.52% means an average cost of about 3.48p per £1 staked.
Up to 200,704 ways: the reel heights change on every spin.
Wilds carry multipliers of up to 5x, and several in one win combine.
Four or more scatters give free spins plus an instant prize; three more in the round add five spins.
Developer
Pragmatic Play
RTP
96.52%
Volatility
High
Layout
6 reels (Megaways)
Ways to win
Up to 200,704
Max win
5,000x
What the Buffalo King Megaways slot is like to play
This is the Megaways take on Pragmatic Play's earlier Buffalo King. Instead of a fixed grid, each of the six reels shows a different number of symbols every spin, so the number of ways to win keeps changing, up to a maximum of 200,704.
It suits players who enjoy busy screens and are comfortable with high volatility. Tumbles and multiplier wilds can stack up inside one spin, while many other spins return little. If you'd rather have a calmer game, look at a medium-volatility title from our slot reviews instead.
How Megaways works in Buffalo King Megaways
Megaways is a reel system where the height of each reel changes from spin to spin. The number of ways to win is the number of symbols on each reel multiplied together. Wins form from matching symbols on adjacent reels, starting from the left, with no fixed paylines.
A worked example shows how quickly the count grows. If the six reels show 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 and 7 symbols on one spin, that is 2 × 3 × 4 × 5 × 6 × 7 = 5,040 ways. If all six reels show seven symbols, it is 7 to the power of 6, or 117,649. Buffalo King Megaways goes higher: 200,704 is 8 × 8 × 8 × 8 × 7 × 7, which tells you some reels can show more than seven symbols. The help screen shows the exact reel heights.
Ways to win at different reel heights (illustrative)
Symbols per reel (reels 1 to 6)
Ways to win
2, 2, 2, 2, 2, 2
64
2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7
5,040
7, 7, 7, 7, 7, 7
117,649
8, 8, 8, 8, 7, 7
200,704
More ways doesn't mean a bigger return. The RTP is fixed at 96.52% whatever the reel heights; the changing ways just shape how wins are spread. Our guide to Megaways slots on mobile covers the format in more depth.
How the features work: tumbles, wilds and free spins
Tumbling reels
After a win, the winning symbols are removed and new ones drop in to fill the gaps. If those make a new win, the tumble repeats. One spin can therefore pay several times before it ends.
Multiplier wilds
Wilds in this game carry multipliers of up to 5x. When more than one wild is part of the same winning combination, their multipliers combine. Whether they are added or multiplied together makes a large difference (a 2x and a 3x wild give 5x if added, 6x if multiplied), so read the help screen for the rule this game uses.
Free spins and retriggers
Landing four or more scatters starts the free spins and also pays an instant prize. During the round, landing three or more scatters adds five more spins. The number of spins you start with is set out in the game's help screen.
Since a Gambling Commission warning in January 2020, feature buy-ins are not offered to British players. The scatters are the only way into the free spins in UK apps.
Buffalo King Megaways RTP and volatility on £20
With a 96.52% RTP, the house edge is 3.48%. Multiply what you stake by 3.48% to get the expected cost of a session. High volatility means real results spread widely around that figure.
£20 on Buffalo King Megaways at three stakes
Stake per spin
Spins if £20 returns nothing
Staked over 100 spins
Expected cost of 100 spins
10p
200
£10.00
34.8p
50p
40
£50.00
£1.74
£1
20
£100.00
£3.48
On a high-volatility Megaways game, a long run of small or empty spins is normal. At 10p, £20 gives you 200 spins of room; at £1 it gives 20. If you want the free spins to have a fair chance of appearing during your session, the lower stake buys far more attempts.
What 5,000x means at different stakes
Stake per spin
Maximum win (5,000x)
Who can stake this much
10p
£500
All adults
50p
£2,500
All adults
£1
£5,000
All adults
£2
£10,000
Top stake for ages 18–24
£5
£25,000
Top stake for ages 25+
The maximum is a cap that very few sessions reach. Plan around the expected cost, not the top prize.
Playing Buffalo King Megaways on your phone
Pragmatic Play makes its slots in HTML5, so the game runs in casino apps and mobile browsers on iPhone and Android. Tall Megaways reels mean smaller symbols, so a larger phone or turning to landscape, where the app allows it, can help.
Search the casino app's lobby for Buffalo King Megaways and make sure you haven't opened the original Buffalo King.
Tap the game's info icon and check the RTP and the wild multiplier rule.
Set a modest stake; high volatility drains balances quickly at larger stakes.
Use your account settings to set a deposit limit and a reality check.
Finish when you hit your limit rather than chasing a retrigger.
Coral's App Store listing mentions Megaways slots among its games, but that doesn't confirm this particular title, so check the lobby. Our list of best Megaways slot apps and the answer to which casino apps have Megaways slots cover where the format is offered.
Pragmatic Play was founded in 2015 and is headquartered in Gibraltar. It holds a UK Gambling Commission licence and is regulated in more than 30 jurisdictions. Beyond slots, it offers live casino, Drops & Wins, jackpots, crash and arcade games; you can read more on Pragmatic Play's website (opens in a new tab).
Tumbles and multiplier wilds can stack in one spin.
Free spins pay an instant prize on entry and can be extended.
No paylines to track despite the huge ways count.
Drawbacks
High volatility can empty a small balance fast.
5,000x cap is far lower than the original Buffalo King's.
Tall reels make symbols small on compact phones.
Key details such as the starting free spins are only in the help screen.
Where to play Buffalo King Megaways with a welcome offer
We don't have an offer tied to Buffalo King Megaways. The three partner offers below are slot offers on named or selected games, so treat them as separate from this title and check each app's game lobby. 18+ and terms apply.
PlayOJO: new UK customers outside Northern Ireland get 80 free spins on Big Bass Bonanza, 10p each, with a first deposit of £10 or more. No wagering and winnings are paid in cash. Available only via the designated offer link and not with other offers.
Coral: deposit and bet at least £10 on slots between 1 October 2026 and 1 February 2027 for 100 free spins at 10p on selected games. Accept within 48 hours; valid for 7 days; no wagering on free spin winnings. Neteller, PayPal, Paysafe, Skrill, prepaid cards and certain debit cards don't qualify.
Ladbrokes: deposit and spend at least £10 on slots for 50 free spins a day across 10 days, a maximum of 500. Each spin is 10p on selected games, must be claimed before 23:59 and expires after 7 days; no wagering. Prepaid cards, PayPal, Paysafe, Neteller, Skrill and Moneybookers deposits don't count.
Gambling is paid entertainment, and the house edge makes losses the likely result over time. For free, confidential support, GamCare (opens in a new tab) runs the National Gambling Helpline on 0808 8020 133, 24/7.
None of these slot offers names Buffalo King Megaways, so check each app's lobby for the game. 18+, terms apply.
Coral and Ladbrokes are both run by LC International Limited (Entain). If you already hold an account with one Entain brand, you may not be able to open another; check the terms first.
Significant terms: 18+. New UK customers (excluding Northern Ireland). First deposit only. Minimum deposit £10. 80 free spins on Big Bass Bonanza, £0.10 each. No wagering requirements; winnings paid in cash. Cannot be used with any other offer. Only available to players who arrive through the designated offer link. Full T&Cs apply. GamCare.org.uk
Read our PlayOJO app reviewLicence: Skill On Net Limited, Gambling Commission account 39326. Offer checked 5 October 2026.
Significant terms: 18+. New players only. Offer runs 01/10/2026 to 01/02/2027. Deposit (certain types excluded) and bet £10+ on slot games to get 100 free spins (selected games, £0.10 each, 48 hrs to accept, valid 7 days). No wagering on free spin winnings. Deposits by Neteller, PayPal, Paysafe, Skrill, prepaid cards and certain debit cards do not qualify. Restrictions and T&Cs apply. GamCare.org.uk
Read our Coral app reviewLicence: LC International Limited, Gambling Commission account 54743. Offer checked 5 October 2026.
Time limitClaim daily for 10 days; each batch valid 7 days
Worked valueUp to 500 spins at £0.10 (up to £50 in spins)
Significant terms: 18+. New customers only, from 14/11/25 until further notice. Certain deposit methods excluded. Deposit and spend £10+ on slots for 50 free spins a day during the first 10 days after first deposit and registration (max 500, £0.10 each, selected games, claim before 23:59 each day, valid 7 days). No wagering. Prepaid cards, PayPal, Paysafe, Neteller, Skrill and Moneybookers deposits do not qualify. Restrictions and T&Cs apply. GamCare.org.uk
Read our Ladbrokes app reviewLicence: LC International Limited, Gambling Commission account 54743. Offer checked 5 October 2026.
18+. Every casino game has a built-in house edge, so over time you should expect to lose what you stake. Set a budget before you play and stop when it’s gone: safer gambling tools and support. Free, confidential help: National Gambling Helpline 0808 8020 133.
Frequently asked questions
What is the RTP of Buffalo King Megaways?
Buffalo King Megaways has a published RTP of 96.52%, so the house edge is 3.48%. That means about £3.48 of every £100 staked is kept on average over a very long run, although high volatility makes single sessions unpredictable. Check the RTP on the game's help screen in your app. Our guide to finding a game's RTP in an app explains where to look.
How many ways to win does Buffalo King Megaways have?
It has up to 200,704 ways to win. The six reels change height on every spin, and the ways count is the number of symbols on each reel multiplied together, so most spins have fewer ways than the maximum. The figure doesn't change the RTP. Our Megaways glossary entry explains the reel system in more detail.
How do the wild multipliers work in Buffalo King Megaways?
Wilds can carry multipliers of up to 5x. When more than one multiplier wild is part of the same winning combination, the multipliers combine. The game's help screen explains exactly how they combine, which matters because added and multiplied values give different totals. Our multiplier glossary entry explains the common approaches used across slots.
How do you trigger free spins in Buffalo King Megaways?
Four or more scatter symbols trigger the free spins and also award an instant prize. During the round, landing three or more scatters adds five extra spins. The starting number of spins is shown in the game's help screen. You can't buy the feature in Great Britain. Our free spins glossary entry covers in-game and operator free spins.
What is the maximum win on Buffalo King Megaways?
The maximum win is 5,000 times your stake: £500 at 10p, £5,000 at £1, £10,000 at the £2 cap for 18 to 24-year-olds and £25,000 at the £5 cap for players aged 25 and over. That is lower than the original Buffalo King's listed 93,750x. See our Buffalo King review for that game's numbers.
Is Buffalo King Megaways high volatility?
Yes, it is rated high volatility. Wins tend to come in uneven bursts, with tumbles, multiplier wilds and free spins producing most of the larger results, while many spins return little or nothing. A smaller stake gives a budget more room. Our explainer on what volatility means on a slot app has more detail.
Can I play Buffalo King Megaways on mobile?
Yes. It is an HTML5 game, so it runs in casino apps and mobile browsers on iPhone and Android, wherever the casino offers it. Check the app's game lobby before depositing. Tall Megaways reels can make symbols small on compact phones, so landscape view may help if your app supports it. See our guide to casino apps on Android phones for set-up tips.
What is the difference between Buffalo King and Buffalo King Megaways?
They are separate Pragmatic Play games. Buffalo King uses six reels and four rows for a fixed 4,096 ways, lists a 96.06% default RTP and a 93,750x cap. The Megaways version has changing reel heights with up to 200,704 ways, a 96.52% RTP and a 5,000x cap. Both are high volatility. Our Megaways slots on mobile guide explains the format.
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