Fire in the Hole xBomb vs Fire in the Hole 2

Fire in the Hole xBombFire in the Hole 2
ProviderNolimit CityNolimit City
RTP96.06%96.07%
VolatilityVery highVery high
Max win60,000x65,000x
Layout6x3–6x66x6
Paylines / waysUp to 46,656 ways–
Release date2 March 202122 February 2024
Bonus buyYesYes
Our score8/10–

Verdict

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.

Fire in the Hole xBomb in brief

Fire in the Hole xBomb is a mining-themed cascade game where xBomb wilds blow open extra rows. Its Lucky Wagon bonus has sticky multipliers that make late spins the most exciting. It strikes a good balance between Nolimit's extremes and a gameplay loop you can actually follow.

Fire in the Hole 2 in brief

Fire in the Hole 2 is a 6x6 mining sequel. Each spin starts with three active rows, and every collapse opens another row, up to six. Dirt blocks hide wilds, split symbols or bonus symbols, which only activate once the dirt is cleared.

Features compared

Fire in the Hole xBomb

  • xBomb wilds: Exploding wilds destroy surrounding symbols and unlock rows.
  • Lucky Wagon spins: Persistent sticky multipliers on a fully unlocked grid.

Fire in the Hole 2

  • Collapsing Mine: Rows open one at a time, up to six.
  • Buried features: Dirt blocks hide wilds, splits and bonus symbols.
  • xBomb Wild Multipliers: Clear neighbours and raise the multiplier.

Frequently asked questions

Which has the higher RTP, Fire in the Hole xBomb or Fire in the Hole 2?

Fire in the Hole 2 has the higher default RTP (96.07%), though the gap matters only over very long play.

Which pays more, Fire in the Hole xBomb or Fire in the Hole 2?

Fire in the Hole 2 offers the bigger max win at 65,000x. Max wins are rare and not a realistic expectation for any session.