Big Time Gaming
Big Time Gaming (BTG) is an Australian slots studio, founded in Sydney in 2011, that changed the industry by inventing the Megaways engine — the reel system that gives you up to 117,649 ways to win. It is best known for high-volatility hits like Bonanza and Extra Chilli, and was acquired by Evolution in 2021. On UBET you can play 71 of its titles instantly in your browser, with no download required.
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About Big Time Gaming
Big Time Gaming is a boutique slots developer formed in Sydney, Australia in 2011 by Nik Robinson, Huw McIntosh and Ian Schmidt. Rather than pumping out dozens of games a year, the studio built a reputation for a small catalogue of highly innovative, big-win-focused slots.
In April 2021 Big Time Gaming was acquired by Evolution, one of the largest companies in online gaming, in a deal reported at 450 million euros. The studio continues to design its own distinctive games, now backed by Evolution's global reach and distribution.
Signature mechanics: Megaways and beyond
BTG's biggest contribution is Megaways. First seen in Dragon Horn (2016), Megaways varies the number of symbols on each reel every spin, creating up to 117,649 ways to win instead of a fixed set of paylines. The mechanic became so popular that BTG licensed it to studios across the industry, so many Megaways slots you see from other brands trace back to BTG.
The games lean heavily on cascading (tumbling) reels, where winning symbols disappear and new ones drop in for chain wins, and on increasing multipliers during free spins. BTG also popularised the Feature Drop (bonus buy) button, letting you pay a set multiple of your stake to jump straight into the bonus round instead of waiting for it to trigger naturally.
Popular games to try on UBET
Bonanza Megaways is the flagship: a mining-themed slot with a conveyor-belt top reel, a GOLD letter collection that unlocks free spins, and an unlimited win multiplier in the bonus. Extra Chilli builds on that formula and adds the Chilli Gamble, where you can risk your won free spins for the chance at more.
White Rabbit Megaways is another standout, known for its notably high RTP and its Extending Reels feature. Across the 71 titles on UBET you will also find newer releases that mix Megaways with fresh bonus mechanics, so there is variety beyond the classics.
RTP and volatility guidance
BTG slots are known for high volatility. That means wins can be infrequent, but the potential payouts are large — many titles advertise max wins in the thousands of times your stake. This character makes them popular with players who enjoy big swings, and less suited to those who prefer steady, frequent small wins.
RTP varies by game and sometimes by the version an operator runs. As reference points, Extra Chilli Megaways is generally around 96.1 to 96.8 percent, while White Rabbit Megaways sits higher, near 97.7 percent. Always check the RTP shown in each game's info screen, since it can differ between titles.
Fairness and licensing
Big Time Gaming is an established, regulated developer and is now part of the Evolution group, a publicly listed company. Its games use certified random number generators, so outcomes on every spin are random and cannot be predicted or influenced.
The Feature Drop and Chilli Gamble options are optional extras, not a way to beat the odds. As with any high-volatility slot, there is no guarantee of winning, so it is worth setting a budget and treating play as entertainment.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently asked questions
Is Big Time Gaming fair?
Yes. Big Time Gaming is an established, regulated studio and is now owned by Evolution, a publicly listed gaming company. Its slots use certified random number generators, so every spin outcome is random and independent.
What are the best Big Time Gaming games?
Bonanza Megaways and Extra Chilli are the studio's most famous titles, both packed with cascading reels and increasing multipliers. White Rabbit Megaways is another favourite thanks to its high RTP and Extending Reels feature. UBET carries 71 BTG games to explore.
What RTP do Big Time Gaming slots have?
It varies by game. Extra Chilli Megaways is typically around 96.1 to 96.8 percent, while White Rabbit Megaways runs higher at roughly 97.7 percent. Check the info screen inside each game, since the exact RTP can differ between titles and versions.
Are Big Time Gaming slots high or low volatility?
Most BTG slots are high volatility. Wins can be less frequent but potentially very large, with many games offering max wins of thousands of times your stake. They suit players who enjoy bigger swings rather than steady small wins.
What is Megaways?
Megaways is Big Time Gaming's reel engine, which changes the number of symbols per reel each spin to create up to 117,649 ways to win. BTG invented it and licensed it across the industry, which is why so many Megaways slots exist today.
Do I need to download anything to play on UBET?
No. All 71 Big Time Gaming titles run instantly in your browser on UBET, with no download or installation needed. You can play on mobile or desktop straight away.
Who is Big Time Gaming and what did they invent?
Big Time Gaming is a Sydney-based studio, part of the Evolution group since 2021, and the inventor of Megaways — the variable-reel mechanic (up to 117,649 ways to win) now licensed to studios across the industry. Bonanza and Extra Chilli are its defining titles.
Can the RTP of Big Time Gaming games change between casinos?
Some studios ship games in more than one RTP build and each operator chooses which to run, so a number quoted on the web isn't automatically the one you're playing. The authoritative figure is always the game's own information/rules panel during your session — check it there rather than trusting third-party lists.