HighBonanza Megaways vs Extra Chilli
| Bonanza Megaways | Extra Chilli | |
|---|---|---|
| Provider | Big Time Gaming | Big Time Gaming |
| RTP | 96.00% | 96.82% |
| Volatility | High | High |
| Max win | 10,000x | 20,000x |
| Layout | 6 reels, 2–7 rows | 6 reels, 2–7 rows |
| Paylines / ways | Up to 117,649 ways | Up to 117,649 ways |
| Release date | 16 December 2016 | 15 May 2018 |
| Bonus buy | No | Yes |
| Our score | 8/10 | 7.9/10 |
Verdict
- Extra Chilli has the higher default RTP (96.82%), though the gap matters only over very long play.
- Both are rated with the same volatility.
- Extra Chilli offers the bigger max win at 20,000x.
Neither game is "better" in terms of your chances – choose the one whose features and volatility fit how you like to play, and try both demos first.
Bonanza Megaways in brief
Bonanza launched the Megaways mechanic, and playing it now is a lesson in why the format took over. The constantly changing grid makes every spin look different, and the free spins multiplier increases with every cascade without resetting. It looks dated but plays well.
Extra Chilli in brief
Extra Chilli builds on Bonanza with a free spins gamble wheel – risk your spins for a chance at more. Unlimited multipliers remain the core. The 96.82% default RTP is among the best for a Megaways game.
Features compared
Bonanza Megaways
- Megaways: Each reel shows 2–7 symbols per spin, so the number of ways changes every spin.
- Reactions: Winning symbols explode and new ones drop in.
- Unlimited win multiplier: In free spins the multiplier rises by 1 after every reaction.
Extra Chilli
- Free spins gamble: You can gamble your free spins for more on a wheel before the bonus starts.
- Feature Drop: Option to buy the bonus at a price that drops over time (where available).
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Frequently asked questions
Which has the higher RTP, Bonanza Megaways or Extra Chilli?
Extra Chilli has the higher default RTP (96.82%), though the gap matters only over very long play.
Which pays more, Bonanza Megaways or Extra Chilli?
Extra Chilli offers the bigger max win at 20,000x. Max wins are rare and not a realistic expectation for any session.