Big Bass Splash
Big Bass Splash by Pragmatic Play — Play at 20Bet Canada
Big Bass Splash is the instalment in Pragmatic Play and Reel Kingdom's legendary fishing series that raised the maximum win to 5,000x and introduced two mechanics new to the franchise: a two-scatter assist system that converts near-misses into bonus triggers, and a pre-bonus modifier draw that can set up the Free Spins before a single spin is played. With a 96.71% RTP — among the highest in the series — very high volatility, and a progressive multiplier that climbs to ×10 by Level 4, it's the version of Big Bass that put the franchise firmly on the map in Canadian online casinos.
Theme and Design
The setting shifts from deep ocean to a lakeside shoreline — you can see the water's edge and grassy banks above the frame, giving the game a more accessible, sunny atmosphere than earlier entries. A monster truck has replaced the float symbol as the top premium, reflecting the game's more adventurous, road-trip energy. The Fisherman Wild — dressed in waders and armed with his rod — appears only during Free Spins, and every fish on the grid displays a visible cash value, building anticipation throughout the base game. The art style is warm, cartoon-like and instantly familiar to anyone who has played Big Bass Bonanza or its sequels.
How to Play Big Bass Splash
The game plays on a 5×3 grid with 10 fixed paylines from left to right. The base game creates regular wins while hunting for the 3+ Scatter combination that opens the Free Spins round — where the game's full potential is unlocked.
- Set your bet — Bets run from C$0.10 to C$250.00 per spin at 20Bet Canada.
- Base game wins — 3–5 matching symbols left to right on any payline pay out. Monster truck (top): 200x for 5OAK; card royals: 5x–10x. Fish symbols show their cash values (2x–5,000x) but these are only activated during Free Spins.
- 2-Scatter base game assist — If exactly 2 Scatters land simultaneously, a random mechanic may complete the set: a Nudge Respin (Scatters shift down one row, other reels respin) or a Hook (pulls in a third Scatter from off-grid). Both mechanics make every 2-Scatter drop genuinely tense.
- Free Spins trigger — 3 Scatters = 10 Free Spins; 4 Scatters = 15; 5 Scatters = 20.
- Pre-bonus modifier draw — A fishing animation before the bonus begins can award up to 5 modifiers: Extra Fish, More Fisherman, More Dynamite/Hooks/Bazookas, Level 2 Start (begins bonus with ×2 multiplier active), +2 Spins (added to starting total and every future retrigger).
- Fisherman Wild collection — During Free Spins the Fisherman can land on any reel. He collects the displayed cash values of all fish symbols visible when he lands, paying out that total immediately. He also substitutes for regular symbols on paylines.
- Level-Up progression — Every 4th Fisherman collected:
— Level 2: ×2 on all money collections + 10 extra spins
— Level 3: ×3 on all money collections + 10 extra spins
— Level 4: ×10 on all money collections + 10 extra spins (no further retriggers after this) - In-round rescue features — Dynamite adds fish when Fisherman is stranded without them; Hook brings in a Fisherman when fish are alone with no Wild. Neither feature is guaranteed but both improve the bonus round's efficiency.
- Buy Bonus — 100x your stake triggers Free Spins immediately. Price adjusts automatically with bet level.
Key Features
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Money Symbol Fish | Random cash values 2x–5,000x displayed on fish symbols; only collectible in Free Spins by Fisherman Wild |
| 2-Scatter Assist | Nudge Respin or Hook can complete a 3-Scatter trigger from just 2 landing in base game |
| Pre-bonus Modifiers (up to 5) | Extra Fish, More Fisherman, More Dynamite/Hooks/Bazookas, Level 2 Start (×2 from spin 1), +2 Spins per trigger |
| Fisherman Wild | Free Spins only; collects all visible fish money values on landing; substitutes on paylines |
| Progressive Levels | 4 Fishermen = Level 2 (×2, +10 spins); 8 = Level 3 (×3, +10); 12 = Level 4 (×10, +10); no retriggers after Level 4 |
| Buy Bonus | 100x stake for immediate Free Spins entry |
RTP, Volatility and Game Stats
Big Bass Splash has a default RTP of 96.71% — above the industry average and near the top of the Big Bass series. Operators can set lower variants at 95.67% or 94.60%, so the info panel is worth a quick check before playing. Very high volatility means base game wins are mostly modest payline hits; the serious payout potential arrives in Free Spins, especially at Level 3 (×3) and Level 4 (×10) with high-value fish money symbols in view. The maximum win is 5,000x your stake. Bets run from C$0.10 to C$250.00 per spin. 19+ only. Please gamble responsibly.
Play Big Bass Splash at 20Bet Canada
Find Big Bass Splash in the Slots section at 20Bet — search by title or browse the Pragmatic Play catalogue. A free demo is available to try the modifier draw and level progression before playing for real money.
Frequently Asked Questions
Big Bass Splash adds three things the original didn't have: the 2-Scatter assist mechanic (Nudge Respin and Hook give near-misses a second chance), the pre-bonus modifier draw (up to 5 enhancements awarded before Free Spins begin), and a significantly higher win ceiling at 5,000x versus the original's 2,100x. The core mechanic — Fisherman Wild collecting fish money values during Free Spins, with multipliers building through progressive levels — is the same in both. The bet range is also wider in Big Bass Splash.
Level 4 is reached by collecting 12 Fisherman Wild symbols during Free Spins — every 4th Fisherman levels up the meter. At Level 4, the multiplier on all fish money collections becomes ×10, meaning a fish showing 500x pays 5,000x when collected at that stage. This is the maximum win scenario. After reaching Level 4 you also receive 10 extra spins, but no further level-ups are possible. Starting with the Level 2 Start modifier halves the Fishermen needed, since you begin the bonus already at Level 2.
The Buy Bonus costs 100x your stake and guarantees Free Spins on the next spin. It's a useful tool for players who prefer direct access to the main event rather than waiting through the base game, but it carries no guarantee on which modifiers you'll receive or how many Fishermen will land during the bonus. The 96.71% RTP applies equally to bought and naturally triggered Free Spins.
Yes. Big Bass Splash is HTML5-built and runs smoothly on iOS and Android through the 20Bet mobile browser or app, with all features including Buy Bonus available on any screen size.
