Big Bass Splash is one of the most successful entries in the Big Bass series that Pragmatic Play publishes with Reel Kingdom. It takes the simple 5x3 format of a classic line slot, adds fish symbols carrying cash values, and lets a fisherman wild scoop them up during free spins. It is easy to understand from the first spin, and the bonus has enough variety to stay interesting. It is also the game where new players will meet the 50 welcome Free Spins, so it is worth knowing how it works.
Overview
The game uses five reels, three rows and 10 fixed paylines. The setting is a lakeside, with tackle boxes, rods and dragonfly lures as the main symbols, and a cheerful soundtrack that suits shorter sessions. Fish symbols show a cash value on their body, which only matters when a fisherman lands in free spins.
Pragmatic Play may supply the game in more than one RTP configuration, so check the in-game info panel for the figure that applies to your version.
How It Plays
In the base game, wins pay left to right on the 10 lines for three or more matching symbols, with the top symbols paying from two. Base-game wins are mostly small, and you can go some time without seeing much. A random base-game feature can occasionally drop fisherman wilds onto the reels to complete a win, but the main goal is to land scatters and reach free spins.
On GB-facing sites the game runs at the minimum spin speed set by UK game design rules, and autoplay is restricted.
Symbols and Paytable
Values below are shown by tier. The in-game paytable shows exact amounts for your stake.
| Symbol | Tier | What to expect |
|---|---|---|
| Big bass | Premium | Top line pay; pays from two on a line |
| Tackle box and rod | High | Strong line pays |
| Float and dragonfly lure | Medium | Regular mid-sized pays |
| A, K, Q, J and 10 | Low | The most frequent small wins |
| Fish (money symbol) | Cash value | Shows a cash value; collected by the fisherman in free spins |
| Fisherman | Wild | Substitutes for all paying symbols; collects fish values in free spins |
| Scatter | Scatter | Three or more trigger free spins |
Bonus Features
Free Spins
Three, four or five scatters award 10, 15 or 20 free spins. During the round, every fisherman wild that lands collects the cash values of all fish symbols on screen. A spin with one fisherman and several high-value fish can pay very well.
Fisherman Progression
Every fisherman you land fills a meter. Every fourth fisherman retriggers the round with 10 extra spins and raises the multiplier applied to later collections, stepping up to 2x, 3x and finally 10x. Reaching the top multiplier is the route to the biggest wins.
Random Modifiers
Before free spins begin, the game may apply one or more random modifiers: extra fish on the reels, extra fishermen, extra spins or a higher starting level on the meter. They make each bonus feel slightly different.
No Feature Buy in the UK
The feature-buy option is not offered to British players. Free spins come only from landing scatters during normal play.
RTP and Volatility
The RTP is listed at around 96.7%, above the floor average of about 96.2% and the highest of the five slots we have reviewed. Volatility is high, but the bonus is more frequent and easier to follow than in some of the grid slots. The maximum win is 5,000x your stake, reached mainly through a long free-spin round at the 10x multiplier.
As always, confirm the RTP in the in-game info panel before you play.
Playing It on Mobile
The 5x3 layout suits phones perfectly. In portrait mode the reels are large and clear, the fish values are legible, and the spin button sits comfortably under your thumb. It loads quickly and runs smoothly on mid-range Android handsets as well as recent iPhones. There is no app to download; the site runs in your mobile browser and can be pinned to the home screen.
Playing It at Alicewin
Big Bass Splash sits in the popular games rail of the slots lobby, alongside other Big Bass titles. It is also where the welcome offer’s 50 Free Spins are credited, at 10p per spin. They are valid for 7 days, and any winnings from them are wagered 10x. The full welcome package is 100% up to £200 + 50 Free Spins on a first deposit of at least £20, with 10x wagering on the bonus over 30 days.
Claim 100% up to £200 + 50 Free Spins on Big Bass Splash at the welcome offer. New players only, 18+, 10x wagering, T&Cs apply.
With your own money, stakes run from 10p per spin to the UK cap of £5, or £2 for players aged 18–24. Slots contribute 100% to wagering, and the maximum bet while a bonus is active is £2 per spin. For a detailed look at the offer, see our bonuses page.
Our Verdict
Big Bass Splash scores 9.1 out of 10, the top mark in our collection. The collect mechanic is clear, the meter gives the bonus a sense of progress, and the random modifiers add welcome variety. The RTP is strong, and the game plays beautifully on mobile. Its 5,000x ceiling is modest next to newer grid slots, and the base game is quiet, but as a first game for the welcome Free Spins it is a sensible, well-made choice.
What’s Next
Head back to the slots collection for all five reviews. If you enjoy simple line slots, read our Book of Ra review; for something far more volatile, try the Le Zeus review. Browse the full slots lobby for the rest of the Big Bass series.
