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Who doesn’t like winning? And let’s face it, we’ve all wondered what the highest-paying slots are to stay safe. Well, truth be told, the real way to win over the long run and against the house edge is to play on a mix of slots – not always the highest-RTP ones, but low-RTP and high-volatility ones as well. But today, we’re going to keep it simple.
In this guide, you’re going to find out all about the best high-RTP slots for winning big. I’d be remiss if I didn’t mention upfront that there’s no guarantee of any kind here. Even a game with an RTP of 95% isn’t exactly going to pay you out $95 for every $100 you wager. It’s a theoretical thing, something calculated by the game provider and only applicable to long-term use. Also, keep in mind that when it comes to slots, no single game works for everybody.
Alright, with all that out of the way, here’s my list of the best slots for big wins – slots that I’ve found to be exceptionally lucrative and quite generous over the years.
25 Good Highest RTP Slot Games
I consider any slot with an RTP of 96% or higher to be “high-RTP.” By that measure, there are tons of slots that are high-RTP. But not all of them are actually good. You also need to look at the features, bonus rounds, symbols, paylines, minimum and maximum wager sizes, volatility, and a lot more to correctly determine the value of a slot game.
And it pleases me to tell you that I’ve done that research for you. Okay, maybe not so much as specifically for you but more while having fun myself on dozens of online casinos, but the bottom line is that these are all great slot games to play.
Reputed games with good features and high RTP include:
- Mega Joker (NetEnt): 99% RTP and high volatility with a progressive jackpot.
- Goblins Cave (Playtech): 99% RTP at max coin value and medium volatility.
- Jackpot 6000 (NetEnt): 98.8% when played optimally and high volatility.
- Ugga Bugga Multi-Spin (Playtech): 98.74% RTP and low volatility.
- 1429 Uncharted Seas (Thunderkick): 98.6% RTP and low volatility.
- Marching Legions (Relax Gaming): 98.12% RTP and high volatility.
- Blood Suckers (NetEnt): 98% RTP and low volatility.
- Starmania (NextGen Gaming): 97.87% RTP and low to medium volatility.
- Kings of Chicago (NetEnt): 97.8% RTP and high volatility.
- White Rabbit Megaways (Big Time Gaming): Up to 97.72% RTP and high volatility.
- Retro Reels Extreme Heat (Microgaming): 97.5% RTP and medium volatility.
- Couch Potato (Microgaming): 97.43% RTP and medium volatility.
- Big Bad Wolf (Quickspin): 97.2% RTP and high volatility.
- Apollo God of the Sun (Novomatic): 97.17% RTP and high volatility.
- Jack Hammer II (NetEnt): 97.1% RTP and low volatility.
- Gorilla Go Wilder (NextGen Gaming): 97.04% RTP and high volatility.
- Reel Rush (NetEnt): 97% RTP and medium volatility.
- Quick Hit Ultra Pays Eagle’s Peak (Big Time Gaming): 96.89% RTP and high volatility.
- Dead or Alive 2 (NetEnt): 96.82% RTP and low volatility.
- Big Bass Bonanza (Pragmatic Play): 96.71% RTP and high volatility.
- Sugar Rush (Pragmatic Play): 96.5% RTP and high volatility.
- Gates of Olympus (Pragmatic Play): 96.5% RTP and high volatility.
- Immortal Romance 2 (Stormcraft Studios): 96.3% RTP and high volatility.
- Medusa Megaways (SG Digital): 96.28% RTP and high volatility.
- 9 Masks of Fire (Gameburger Studios): 96.24% RTP and medium volatility.
The majority of high-RTP games are either low volatility (so smaller payouts) or simply incapable of giving those 1000X wins. It’s only the high volatility ones that might have 96-97% RTP that are the most well-known for those hefty payouts.
Biggest Payout Slot Games
Naturally, the biggest payouts come from slots linked to a progressive jackpot. The chances are low, but just as high-volatility slot games with a low RTP can hide a pleasant surprise, these jackpots can also be triggered more often than you think. Now, I’m not saying it’s easy. Just playing progressive jackpot games is most likely a recipe for disaster for your bankroll. No, what I’m actually postulating is that hitting jackpots (especially the smaller ones in games that have a couple of them) is not that rare. And this isn’t just my experience – I’ve seen people talk about it everywhere from their YouTube channels to on the Casinomeister forums.
So, what are the highest-paying slot games?
- Mega Jackpots Cleopatra
- Monopoly Big Spin
- Divine Fortune
- Carnival Cash
- Hall of Gods
- Buffalo
- MGM Grand Millions
- Mercy of the Gods
- Arabian Nights
- Mega Moolah
- Gold Fish
- Book of 99
- Wheel of Fortune
- Eye of Horus
- Age of the Gods
- Mega Fortune
- Cleopatra’s Gold
- Dead Man’s Trail Dream Drop
- Bonanza Megapays
- Joker Millions
Whereas these games offer max wins in the range of 50,000x and carry jackpots of $500k+, it’d be a fool’s errand to only play on these with your entire bankroll.
The Underdogs: Personal Favorites
Yours truly has had quite the experience and a journey full of ups and downs in the world of slot gaming. Though it’s a no-brainer that anyone just beginning on this journey should stick to more well-known games with a decent RTP, such as Starburst or Sweet Bonanza, here are some additional picks for seasoned players.
- Bison Moon (Northern Lights Gaming): 96.06% RTP
- Book of Ra Deluxe Win Ways (Greentube): 95.15% RTP
- Lightning Viking (Inspired): 95% RTP
How to Win Big?
See, as I said earlier, there’s no one strategy that works for all. The whole experience has a learning curve.
Don’t take these names as a rule of thumb. There is no rule of thumb. I personally know people who say Buffalo is the game for them. It has won them a lot of money. My experience is not too far apart. But I’ve heard many painful reports about the game as well – where players lost so much money that it’s the one game they never play now.
The bottom line is that there is no single game that will work for everyone. Just keep the practical tips provided throughout this article and you should be good to go. Here’s a quick recap:
- RTP is a theoretical, long-term metric published by the game provider. Higher RTP games often have smaller payouts and games with 96-97% RTPs might be better to strike big wins than 98-99% RTP games.
- Some providers offer multiple RTP versions of a game, and casinos can choose the lower RTP ones. Curacao-based casinos don’t even need to show the game’s RTP. This can be a bad deal. Choose from providers that don’t do this or research the game well.
- The game’s volatility or variance, hit rate or frequency (on average, how often will you hit a winning combination), and features determine how loose or tight the slot game is.
Final Verdict
Hopefully, my guide will work as a valuable resource to steer you in the right direction! Remember, whatever game strikes your fancy and becomes your go-to is the best for you. But at the same time, don’t cocoon yourself too hard. It helps to experiment outside your safe zone. You might discover a hidden gem or a new favorite.
