Big Bass Reel Repeat: Slot Overview
Pragmatic Play and long-time partner Reel Kingdom return to the waters with Big Bass Reel Repeat, yet another entry in their prolific fishing-themed series. This time, the twist isn’t just in the tackle—it’s in the timeline. Introducing a sci-fi flavor and a “repeat” mechanic, the game blends nostalgic fishing vibes with a retro-futuristic twist, allowing bonus rounds to randomly repeat under certain conditions for extra chances at catching cash-laden fish.
While the futuristic theme isn’t overwhelmingly in-your-face, it peeks through in small but noticeable ways. Money symbols have a sci-fi grid pattern, a ray gun joins the paytable, and the iconic Fisherman looks like he just stepped out of a synth-heavy ’80s time machine. Still, much of the game sticks to familiar Big Bass territory: aquatic plants, floating bubbles, and underwater critters remain part of the scenery.
What really sets the tone is the synthwave soundtrack and the flashy transition animations between base play and the bonus round. While you may not be fishing on Mars, there’s definitely a quirky, time-bending energy at play that separates Big Bass Reel Repeat from its predecessors—if only slightly.
Big Bass Reel Repeat: Slot Setup
The action in Big Bass Reel Repeat unfolds across a 5-reel, 3-row grid framed by bubbles, with 10 fixed paylines paying left to right from the first reel. The slot includes three feature buy options as well as an ante bet system, all of which maintain a steady RTP of 96.51%, regardless of the chosen setup. Bets range from €0.10 to €250 per spin, and the game operates on a high volatility model.
When activating the ante bet, players can choose from three multipliers:
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3x the base bet for an increased chance of triggering the bonus,
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3.2x for a chance to activate the Reel Repeat mechanic, or
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5x for enhanced chances at both the bonus and Reel Repeat feature.
Symbol-wise, Big Bass Reel Repeat includes classic 10–A card ranks on the lower end, while premium symbols consist of money-bearing fish, tackle boxes, ray guns, dragonflies, and boats. Five of a kind pays from 5x to 10x for royals, and 20x to 200x for premiums. The Fisherman wild makes his appearance exclusively during the bonus round, where he substitutes for all regular pay symbols to complete or boost winning lines.
Big Bass Reel Repeat – Free Spins Feature
Landing 3, 4, or 5 scatter symbols in the base game awards 10, 15, or 20 free spins, respectively. If only 2 scatters land, a third may be added via a respin or can randomly appear after the initial spin result.
Pre-Bonus Modifier Pick
Before the free spins round begins, players pick a card to reveal one of the following modifiers:
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More Fish! – Increases the number of Money symbols (fish) on the reels and improves the chance of landing higher-value ones.
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Higher Multipliers! – Enhances retrigger multipliers to x4, x6, or x20 instead of the usual progression.
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3 Fisherman to Retrigger – Reduces the retrigger requirement to 3 Fisherman wilds (instead of 4) and applies multiplier upgrades immediately on the next spin, not just after retriggering.
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MEGA – Combines all three modifiers for a supercharged bonus round.
How Free Spins Work
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Fisherman wilds collect all visible Money symbol prizes, which can range from 2x to 5,000x the bet.
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Money symbols may appear as 2×2 or 3×3 mega symbols, increasing collection potential.
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Every time 4 Fisherman wilds are collected, the round retriggers with +10 free spins and a multiplier upgrade:
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Level 2 = x2,
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Level 3 = x3,
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Level 4 = x10.
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Random Enhancements During Free Spins
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If Fisherman wilds appear without any Money symbols, fish may randomly land on the reels.
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If Money symbols appear without a Fisherman, a hook may pull in a Fisherman symbol.
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A special “Bass-ooka!” animation may trigger, transforming all symbols (except visible Fishermen) into new ones.
Feature Buy Options
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100x the bet: Buy standard free spins.
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160x the bet: Buy free spins with a chance to trigger the Reel Repeat feature, restarting the bonus round after it ends, while keeping previous winnings.
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1,250x the bet: Buy free spins with the MEGA modifier guaranteed (all three boosts active).
Big Bass Reel Repeat – Slot Verdict
And just like that, another Big Bass slot joins the ever-growing lineup. How many are we at now? Too many to count easily. That said, Big Bass Reel Repeat does at least make an effort to stand apart. It’s easily the most sci-fi inspired of the bunch, with a retro-futuristic, synthwave flair that Reel Kingdom has handled surprisingly well. The neon visuals, 80s-style cut-scenes, and updated sound design give it a distinct look—though not so distinct that it doesn’t still feel like a Big Bass game at heart. Which, to be fair, is probably key to attracting die-hard fans once more.
In terms of features, the game borrows from titles like Big Bass Splash and Bigger Bass Splash, where modifiers can improve the free spins round. The twist here is that players get only one pick before the bonus—unless they get lucky and land the MEGA modifier, which activates all three perks. That’s where the big potential lies, and why the MEGA buy costs 1,250x the bet. This slot also leans heavily into feature buys and ante bets, especially since the “Repeat” mechanic (the game’s namesake) only triggers through certain ante bet options or specific bonus buys—a bit strange for a feature the title is built around.
There’s also an odd pricing inconsistency worth mentioning: the MEGA bonus here includes three modifiers for 1,250x, while Bigger Bass Splash allows you to activate all five modifiers for just 350x—and both games share the same 5,000x max win cap. In fact, Bigger Bass Splash even has a higher chance of hitting that cap, making this latest entry feel less generous by comparison.
All in all, Big Bass Reel Repeat comes wrapped in fresh visuals and has a fun twist with its sci-fi setting, but underneath it all, it’s hard to ignore that many of its predecessors offer better value, stronger mechanics, or more flexible bonuses. Unless you’re particularly drawn to the aesthetic or want to chase that MEGA bonus, this might be one Big Bass entry that’s easier to skip.