LeoVegas Megaways - NZ Review, Demo Play, Payout, Free Spins & Bonuses

Introduction to Leovegas Megaways

This slots game from Blueprint Gaming features a changing number of ways to win, which adjust with every spin of the reel to give between 1,350 and 117,649. Although it’s a branded game based on an online casino, you don’t need to be a fan of LeoVegas Casino to enjoy what this Megaways slots game has to offer. The Megaways format is actually patented by Big Time Gaming, and Blueprint Gaming is using it under license. That is lucky for us slots players, as it has allowed the developers to combine an innovative game format with Blueprint’s excellent graphics and user-friendly functionality.

Review / First Impressions

Those who are familiar with the European online casino, LeoVegas, will instantly recognise the branding which is used in the game. Others will simply enjoy the glamourous Vegas theme, with a few lion-inspired additions. You should spot the large reel table, which adjusts slightly with each spin to open up between 1,350 and 117,649 megaways. Bright lights, a jazzy soundtrack and some exciting bet options all make themselves known pretty quickly in this excellent game from Blueprint Gaming. You'll also spot a horizontal reel along the top, which is where the cascading symbols drop after line wins.

Payout Ratio (or RTP) of Leovegas Megaways Slot

This game features a generous payout ratio, or RTP (return to player) of 96.5%. Coming in just above the average for online slots games, this refers to the amount the machine pays out over time. It shouldn’t be taken as an exact payout, as this can vary for short sessions, but as an indication of the machine payout over time.

Leovegas Megaways Slot Graphics

The game features an orange and red background, colours synonymous with both the king of the jungle and the LeoVegas Casino. Blending both Vegas inspired imagery with that of a lion (Leo), the game combines both glamour and wildlife into one stunning slot. Brand logos from the casino include the pawprint and the lion’s face, which is seen across the game. The reels are encased in lights, whilst the backdrop to the reels is a lit-up Vegas skyline.

Lower scoring symbols are made up of the playing card digits 9-A, whilst higher scoring symbols are made up of a collection of jewels including emeralds, sapphires, rubies and diamonds. An up-tempo jazzy soundtrack is enjoyed throughout the game.

Leovegas Megaways Game Theme

This game is one of a new generation of casino-branded slots games. Built around the LeoVegas Casino brand, the game was designed by Blueprint Gaming. Originally assumed to be exclusively available on the LeoVegas Casino, the game is now available at a wide number of other casinos. The Swedish owned LeoVegas Casino has been a trailblazer in mobile casino playing and is one of the world's most popular online casinos. Available to customers in Europe and most notably enjoyed by those in the Nordic countries and the UK, LeoVegas casino is sadly not available in New Zealand. However, this branded slots game is available at a range of casinos which offer Blueprint software and also for free here at Slots Temple NZ.

How to Play Leovegas Megaways Slots

Simply bet across the board with a total bet of between $0.20 and $10.00, using the arrows above and below the wager amount shown to the left of the reels. Above that is a Bonus Buy button - hit that to purchase a spin on the Megaways Wheel ($4 for a $0.20 wager or $200 for a $10 wager) or purchase a Bonus Buy of between $20 (for $0.20 wager) and $1,000 (for $10 wager) for instant access to the Free Spins wheel. When you’re ready to go, hit the LeoVegas logo button to the right of the reels to make them spin, or hit the Autoplay button below to choose an Autoplay of between 10-100 spins. Use this menu to also choose to stop autoplay on a Loss Limit, Single Win Limit or after a Jackpot win.

Leovegas Megaways Game Volatility

This game features a thrilling HIGH volatility. That means that the stakes are high and whilst you may have to wait for a payline win, when it comes, it could be much higher than the more frequent payouts you'll encounter in a low volatility game. A slots game with a high volatility is specifically aimed at what we call high rollers - risk takers who enjoy the thrill of games and don’t dip in and out of slots for a few minutes here and there.

How to Win at Leovegas Megaways Slots

Wins come when players land three or more matching symbols in one payline.

Leovegas Megaways Bonus Features

The W wild symbol substitutes all symbols apart from the mystery and the scatter.

The cascade feature is always in play. With every spin, players will notice an additional horizontal reel along the top. After any payline win, the winning symbols in the reels below will disappear and these top symbols will cascade down, often to create more payline wins. This cascade feature will continue until there are no more wins.

Look out for the mystery symbol, as depicted by a black paw print on a pink background. This symbol will randomly transform into any other symbol, (apart from the bonus scatter), increasing line wins as it does.

Free spins are one of the main bonus features in this slot. See more about the free spins feature below.

Megaways Wheel Bet

If you choose to purchase a Megaways Wheel Bet, you will enjoy a spin on the exciting Megaways Wheel. This will award up to ten spins with a guaranteed minimum megaways of between 1,000 and 117,649.

Leovegas Megaways Strategy and Tips

There’s no strategy involved in slots games, unlike in card games such as poker and blackjack. There’s also no way to cheat or hack the game. There are, however, certain strategies which you can apply in order to limit the amount of money you might lose. Start by making small wagers and knowing when to walk away. In a high volatility game, this is usually best after a big win! The other option is to play the game in demo or free mode, which you can do here at Slots Temple NZ.

Leovegas Megaways Slot Biggest Possible Win

The highest scoring symbol is the diamond, which pays out 50x your stake when it appears six or more times in a line. With the highest stake of $10, that’s a win of $500! This can be increased hugely during free spins when a multiplier is in play.

Free Spins on Leovegas Megaways Slot

The free spins feature is triggered when four or more bonus scatter symbols land anywhere on the reels. Before the feature, players take a spin on the free spin’s wheel, during which free spins are awarded as follows:

4 scatters = up to 15 free spins
5 scatters = up to 20 free spins
6 scatters = up to 25 free spins
7 scatters = up to 30 free spins

These spins are also awarded with an original multiplier of between 1x and 10x, which increases which every cascade throughout the feature. More free spins may be awarded during the feature: 3 scatters will award a further 5 free spins and 4 or more scatters will award a further 10 free spins.

Rather than wait to be awarded free spins, players also have the choice of purchasing a Bonus Bet. This gives players instant access to the free spins wheel, after which they can enjoy their free spins and multiplier combo.

Leovegas Megaways Slot on Mobile - Android, iPhones and Tablets

LeoVegas was one of the first casinos to embrace mobile slots playing, so it’s little surprise that a slot built in its honour is also playable on a range of platforms. This includes both Android and iOS tablet and smartphone devices, as well as all the original formats such as PC, Mac and laptop. When you play this slots game on a mobile device, you’ll spot that the speed, functionality, graphics and sounds are unchanged from the desktop version. It simply means you can play whenever and wherever you choose!

Games you might enjoy if you like Leovegas Megaways

Legacy of Ra Megaways

Another game using the Megaways format, Legacy of Ra Megaways is arguably the best Egypt themed megaways game around. This game has also been developed by Blueprint Gaming. With up to 15,625 ways to win, expanding special symbols and an excellent free spins round, why play any other Egypt game?

Vikings Unleashed Megaways

This Viking themed game from Blueprint has bags in common with Leovegas Megaways and that includes the same RTP of 96.5%, as well as offering up to 117,649 megaways too! It also features the same cascading symbols after every line win and the chance to make large bonus bets.

Temples of Treasure Megaways

Another biggie in the Megaways scene is this game, also from Blueprint Gaming, which features an excellent hidden temple theme. Transport yourself to a world of Incas (or is it Aztecs?) and enjoy the same format as both Leovegas Megaways and Vikings Unleashed.

Leovegas Megaways FAQs

Is Leovegas Megaways available to play for real money in New Zealand?

Yes and don’t worry that the game is based on the European LeoVegas online casino, as it’s still available to play at New Zealand and Australian casinos. In fact, it’s available at a number of casinos which offer real $NZ money play and Blueprint slots. These include Dunder, Casino Room and the fab GDay Casino.

Can I play Leovegas Megaways in NZ$?

Yes, this game is available to enjoy with $NZ currency at a wide number of casinos, including GDay Casino, Dunder and Casino Room.

Which NZ Casinos offer Leovegas Megaways?

Most NZ casinos that offer Blueprint games, such as GDay and Dunder, offer this megaways slot game.

Does Leovegas Megaways have a Free Spins feature?

Yes it most certainly does - players can enjoy up to 30 free spins and an unlimited multiplier. What’s more, you can be awarded up to 10 more free spins within the feature. Impatient types can even purchase a Bonus Bet and get themselves straight onto the free spins wheel to enjoy the feature without hanging around for it to come to you!

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