Buffalo King Untamed Megaways is an online slot from Pragmatic Play released on June 20, 2024. The game is a reworked version of the popular Buffalo King Untamed slot with added Megaways mechanics and extra reels.
The slot is themed around the Wild West. Its main character is the buffalo. Other North American animals also appear on the reels.
The game features a bonus round with free spins where a Wild symbol applies an extra multiplier to any win. Free spins can be retriggered an unlimited number of times.
This is a Megaways game with a non-standard reel layout. Reels 1 and 6 have 5 rows, while reels 2, 3, 4, and 5 have 6. However, this layout is flexible because symbols can expand, so the number of rows constantly changes and sometimes central reels have fewer rows than the outer ones.
To win, 3 or more matching symbols must land horizontally or diagonally from left to right. The buffalo is an exception as it pays even for 2 matches. Vertical matches within a single reel do not count, but horizontal connections within reels do contribute to payouts.
The bet can range from 1 to 10 coins. Coin values go from €0.01 to €1.2. The total bet is always multiplied by 20. This means the minimum per round is €0.2 and the maximum is €240.
The RTP of Buffalo King Untamed Megaways is 96.52%, which is above the industry average. The maximum theoretical win can reach x10,000 the bet.
The slot has high volatility, rated 5 out of 5 by Pragmatic Play. Because of this, the game avoids long losing streaks and frequently shifts between small and big wins.
To start a round, select your bet amount, set the coin value, and press the start button on the control panel. If 3 or more matching symbols land on adjacent reels, a payout follows.
An autoplay feature is available, launched via the "Autoplay" button on the control panel. There are also options for faster spin animations and battery-saving mode. The second is useful for those playing on phones, tablets, or laptops.
Symbols include animals from the American Southwest: buffalo, cougar, bald eagle, and others. Standard playing card symbols from nine to ace also appear.
The game uses multipliers. They are not shown in the help section, but symbol values change with the bet size. Below are the values for the default €2 bet (10 coins at €0.01 x20).
|
Symbol |
Nominal |
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| 2 | 6 | 5 | 4 | 3 | |
Nine
|
1 | 0.7 | 0.5 | 0.3 | |
Ten
|
1 | 0.7 | 0.5 | 0.3 | |
Jack
|
2 | 0.8 | 0.6 | 0.4 | |
Queen
|
2 | 0.8 | 0.6 | 0.4 | |
King
|
1.5 | 1 | 0.7 | 0.5 | |
Ace
|
2 | 1.5 | 1 | 0.6 | |
Elk
|
3 | 2 | 1.2 | 0.8 | |
Wolf
|
4 | 2.5 | 1.5 | 1 | |
Puma
|
5 | 3 | 2 | 1.2 | |
Eagle
|
7.5 | 4 | 2.5 | 1.5 | |
Buffalo
|
1 | 10 | 5 | 3 | 2 |
Bonus
|
200 | 30 | 10 | 4 | |
Wild
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The Buffalo Medallion not only pays but also triggers the bonus round. Its combinations count regardless of reel position.
The Rock symbol has no value and does not pay. It is the Wild, capable of substituting any other symbol. The win is calculated based on the replaced symbol’s value. The Rock appears only on reels 1, 3, 4, and 5.
When 4 or more Buffalo Medallions land, free spins are triggered. The number of spins depends on how many bonus symbols appear.
| Medallions | Free Spins |
|---|---|
| 4 | 10 |
| 5 | 15 |
| 6+ | 20 |
During free spins, base game rules apply and the active bet from the triggering round is used.
Wilds can appear during the bonus round. If part of a win, they add an extra x1 multiplier.
If another Medallion lands during free spins, the bonus round retriggers. The number of additional spins depends on how many symbols appear.
| Medallions | Extra Free Spins |
|---|---|
| 3 | 5 |
| 4 | 10 |
| 5 | 15 |
| 6+ | 20 |
Additional free spins replace the remaining ones. For example, if 10 spins remain and 5 more are won, the 10 are canceled and 5 new ones start. Retriggers can happen unlimited times.
If 3 Medallions land during the base game, respins start on the reels to their left. During these respins, another bonus symbol can appear, triggering the free spins round.
Free spins can also be bought. The cost depends on the bet size. At a €2 bet, the price is €200. Buying always starts with 10 spins.
An ante feature is also available. When activated, the bet increases by 50%, RTP drops to 94%, but the chance of triggering the bonus round rises. The extra 50% does not affect payout calculations during the base game.