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Big Bass Trophy Catch is a Pragmatic Play slot in the Big Bass series, played on five reels, three rows and ten paylines. Its free spins round is built around collecting fisherman wilds, with power-up modifiers added during the bonus. You can play the Big Bass Trophy Catch demo for free at the top of this page.
This review covers the RTP versions reported, the volatility rating that sources describe in two ways, the 5,000x maximum win in pounds, the free spins and modifiers, the buy options, and the stake limits that sources give differently. It sits with our other Big Bass slots reviews and our Pragmatic Play slots hub, and it is a close relative of our Big Bass Floats My Boat review.
Big Bass Trophy Catch at a glance
| Detail | Figure |
|---|---|
| Provider | Pragmatic Play |
| Released | 16 April 2026 (one source) |
| Layout | 5 reels, 3 rows, 10 paylines |
| RTP | 96.50% (95.50%, 94.51% and 94.05% also reported) |
| Volatility | High (sources say high and very high, the latter given as 5 out of 5) |
| Maximum win | 5,000x the stake |
| Stakes | From 10p, with a top stake of 240, or 360 with the ante bet |
| Free spins | 10, 15 or 20 for 3, 4 or 5 scatters |
| Bonus buy | Buy free spins and buy super free spins reported, no cost found |
| Free spins frequency | About 1 in 114 spins (one source) |
| Hit frequency | Not published in the sources we checked |
Overview
Reviewers describe this as a slot in the established Big Bass mould. One says it is very much a case of having played one and played them all, and that this is not necessarily a bad thing. Another lists a base game that can feel slow and unrewarding, and a heavy reliance on the bonus round, among the downsides.
What the slot adds is a set of power-up modifiers during the free spins and a scatter collection system that links each fisherman to a free spins level. Fans of the series should find it easy to pick up.
How to play and stakes
The game is played on five reels and three rows with ten fixed paylines. Stakes start at 10p. Three sources give a top stake of 240, and one of them says the ante bet raises the maximum to 360. Another source simply lists 360 as the maximum. Check the game information screen at your casino for the limit that applies.
Wins come from matching symbols on the paylines. One source describes the usual Big Bass symbols of royals, fish money symbols, boxes, rods, dragonflies and floats. One source adds that the base game itself offers limited win potential, with the main prizes in the free spins.
RTP and the versions you may meet
Most sources list the RTP at 96.50%. One source lists lower versions of 95.50% and 94.51%, and another gives a range of 94.05% to 96.50%. The lowest figures differ slightly, so we cannot say which is right. One source says the 96.50% figure applies in every play mode, including the ante bet and both buy options.
Operators can choose which version to run, so the percentage you see here is a reference point and not a promise about the version at your casino. The RTP describes the long-run return across a very large number of spins and tells you little about a short session.
Volatility
Volatility is described as high by most sources. OLBG and Book of Slots say very high, and one other source gives high at 5 out of 5, so the disagreement is partly one of wording. We treat it as a high-swing slot. One reviewer mentions stretches where the game felt quiet followed by short bursts of action.
If you prefer frequent small returns, this is probably not the slot for you. If you enjoy waiting for a collection bonus with multipliers, the volatility fits the design.
Max win and what it is worth in pounds
Every source we checked gives the maximum win as 5,000x the stake. One source says that when the round total reaches the cap, the round ends immediately and any remaining free spins are forfeited. Another puts the chance of reaching it at roughly 1 in 3,770,072 spins, a figure we could not confirm elsewhere.
In pounds, 5,000x is £500 on a 10p stake, £5,000 on a £1 stake and £25,000 on a £5 stake. That is simple multiplication, not a figure from the studio. One reviewer calls the cap modest for this much volatility.
Free spins, fisherman wilds and power-ups
Landing 3, 4 or 5 scatters awards 10, 15 or 20 free spins. Two sources also describe a random trigger, where the round can start from a two scatter hook or by the base game collecting fishermen that correspond to the three free spins levels. During the round, wilds collect the values of money symbols, and every fourth fisherman wild retriggers 10 extra spins.
Sources name the modifiers as power-ups, with golden power-up coins mentioned by one and x2 All Wins, More Fish and More Men listed by another. One says the fish money multiplier rises up to 10x as you collect fishermen. We did not find a full step table that we could verify.
Bonus buy and ante bet
Sources report Buy Free Spins and Buy Super Free Spins options, along with an ante bet. One source says the buy free spins option is disabled while the ante bet is on. No cost was given in the sources we checked, so we do not state one. Availability and cost can vary by casino and region, so check the game information screen.
Symbols and paytable
One source describes the usual Big Bass symbols, with royals, fish money symbols, boxes, rods, dragonflies and floats. We have not given paytable values, because the sources we checked do not publish them in a form we could verify. The paytable inside the game is the reliable source for symbol payouts at your stake.
Hit frequency and win rate
No hit frequency is published in the sources we checked. One source gives a free spins frequency of about 1 in 114 spins, which is a useful guide to how long a session might run between bonus rounds, but it is not confirmed elsewhere.
These are long-run averages. They do not predict what the next hundred spins will do, and the demo above is a better way to feel the rhythm.
Is Big Bass Trophy Catch enjoyable? Our verdict
Big Bass Trophy Catch is a reliable pick for series fans who want the collection round with power-ups added. The 96.50% RTP is solid and the modifiers give the free spins some variety. The 5,000x cap is modest for a high volatility slot, and the base game relies on the bonus to pay.
For another recent entry, try our Big Bass Floats My Boat review, or our Big Bass Mission Fishin’ review for a slot with a choice of bonuses. Gambling should be fun and 18+ only. Set limits before you play.
Pros and cons
Pros
- Power-up modifiers during the free spins.
- A 96.50% RTP.
- Familiar Big Bass mechanics that are easy to learn.
Cons
- A 5,000x max win is modest for a high volatility slot.
- The base game can feel slow and relies on the bonus.
- Sources disagree on volatility wording and the lowest RTP.
Big Bass Trophy Catch FAQ
What is the RTP of Big Bass Trophy Catch?
Most sources list 96.50%. Lower versions of 95.50% and 94.51% are reported by one source. Operators can choose which version to run, so check the game information at your casino.
How volatile is Big Bass Trophy Catch?
Most sources say high and two say very high. Expect uneven results, with most of the action in the free spins.
What is the maximum win on Big Bass Trophy Catch?
5,000x the stake, which every source agrees on. That is £500 at a 10p stake and £25,000 at a £5 stake.
What are the stakes on Big Bass Trophy Catch?
Stakes start at 10p. Three sources give a top stake of 240, and one says the ante bet raises it to 360.
How does the free spins bonus start?
Landing 3, 4 or 5 scatters awards 10, 15 or 20 free spins. Sources also describe random triggers.
What are the power-ups?
Modifiers added during free spins. One source lists x2 All Wins, More Fish and More Men, and another mentions golden power-up coins.
How do retriggers work?
Every fourth fisherman wild retriggers the round with 10 extra spins, according to one source.
Is there a bonus buy on Big Bass Trophy Catch?
Sources report Buy Free Spins and Buy Super Free Spins. No cost was given in the sources we checked, and the buy is disabled with the ante bet on.
How often does Big Bass Trophy Catch pay?
No hit frequency is published in the sources we checked. One source gives free spins about 1 in 114 spins.
When was Big Bass Trophy Catch released?
One source gives 16 April 2026. The others do not state a date.
Can I play the Big Bass Trophy Catch demo for free?
Yes. The Big Bass Trophy Catch demo at the top of this page is free to play and uses no real money. It is for over-18s only. A short demo session tells you little about the long-run return that the RTP describes.
Is there a free play version of Big Bass Trophy Catch for UK players?
The free demo above is the free play version, so you can try before you play for real. Check the game information at your casino for the RTP version and stake limits that apply to you.
How we checked the figures
- RTP versions, volatility, max win, stakes, features and buy options: Casino Guru, OLBG, Casinos.com, PlayCasino, Slots Temple, Stake, Casinos in Canada, Book of Slots, BigWinBoard and CasinoGamesOnNet game pages, compared for conflicts and read on 5 October 2026.
- Release date: Casinos in Canada only. Free spins frequency and max win probability: BigWinBoard only.
- Where sources disagree we say so. The Pragmatic Play game page was not used for any figure, so none is confirmed with the studio.
- Maximum win in pounds is 5,000 multiplied by the stake.
