Power of Merlin Megaways
Certified by the HGC (HGC-011854-TM)
Data source: iGaming Tools (29 July 2026)
Free play · rotates to fullscreen
Demos are only available to people aged 21 and over.
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How it playsHow Power of Merlin Megaways plays
This page is compiled from the provider’s published data and the HGC register. It is not a review: we have not tested Power of Merlin Megaways yet, so it has no score.
Power of Merlin Megaways is a Pragmatic Play slot, using the Megaways mechanic. It was released in July 2023. It is themed around fantasy.
It is certified by the HGC for online play in Greece, certificate HGC-011854-TM; last updated in the register on 15 November 2023.
Power of Merlin Megaways combines free spins, cascades, Megaways and bonus buy. 11 other slots of the 593 with data in our catalogue have exactly the same combination.
RTP 96.09%: what it means
Power of Merlin Megaways has an RTP of 96.09%. If €1,000 were staked in total over a very large number of spins, about €960.90 would theoretically be paid back and €39.10 would stay with the casino. It is not a forecast for one session: over a few spins everything is chance, and over time the edge stays with the casino.
That is below the median RTP (96.5%) of the 593 slots with data in our catalogue — higher than 20% of them. Across the 507 Pragmatic Play slots we track, the median RTP is 96.5%. Note: 96.09% is the standard version of Power of Merlin Megaways. If a casino runs another version, its RTP is shown in the game’s info screen.
Volatility: high
The provider rates the volatility of Power of Merlin Megaways as “high”. Wins are rarer and concentrated in the bonus rounds. Long losing stretches are expected, so a balance can run out quickly.
Of the other 506 Pragmatic Play slots in our catalogue, 434 share this level with Power of Merlin Megaways.
Max win: 40,000×
The top prize on Power of Merlin Megaways is 40,000× the stake, i.e. €40,000 at a €1 stake. It is a theoretical cap: most sessions end without coming anywhere near it. That is above the median (7,500×) of the 544 slots in our catalogue that publish a max win; 21 are higher.
Bet range
The provider does not publish a bet range for Power of Merlin Megaways in our data source; the minimum and maximum stake are shown in the game’s info screen at the casino.
Bonus features
Free spins
Usually triggered by scatter symbols, they give you spins you are not charged for; their wins are credited to your balance as normal. In Power of Merlin Megaways it comes together with cascades, Megaways and bonus buy. Found in 489 of the 593 slots with data in our catalogue and in 416 of Pragmatic Play’s 507.
Cascades
Winning symbols disappear and new ones take their place, so a single stake can produce a chain of wins. In Power of Merlin Megaways it comes together with free spins, Megaways and bonus buy. Found in 169 of the 593 slots with data in our catalogue and in 148 of Pragmatic Play’s 507.
Megaways
The number of symbols on each reel changes every spin, and with it the number of ways to win. In Power of Merlin Megaways it comes together with free spins, cascades and bonus buy. Found in 47 of the 593 slots with data in our catalogue and in 47 of Pragmatic Play’s 507.
Bonus buy
Lets you buy the bonus round directly, at a cost of many times your stake — often tens or hundreds of times. It raises the amount you play very quickly; whether it is offered depends on the casino. In Power of Merlin Megaways it comes together with free spins, cascades and Megaways. Found in 450 of the 593 slots with data in our catalogue and in 394 of Pragmatic Play’s 507.
Frequently asked questions
What is the RTP of Power of Merlin Megaways?
The RTP of Power of Merlin Megaways is 96.09%, according to the provider (Pragmatic Play). That is a house edge of 3.91% over the long run; a single session can differ a lot.
Is Power of Merlin Megaways certified in Greece?
Yes. The HGC has certified Power of Merlin Megaways for online play, certificate HGC-011854-TM (last updated in the register on 15 November 2023). You can check it with the “Is this slot certified in Greece?” search on frut.gr or in the HGC’s public register.
What is the max win on Power of Merlin Megaways?
40,000× the stake, according to the provider. It is a theoretical ceiling that is reached very rarely.
How volatile is Power of Merlin Megaways?
“High”, according to the provider. Wins are rarer and concentrated in the bonus rounds.
What bonus features does Power of Merlin Megaways have?
According to the provider: free spins, cascades, Megaways and bonus buy.
Can I play Power of Merlin Megaways for free?
Yes, in the demo on this page, with play money and only after confirming you are 21+.
Similar slots
Power of Merlin Megaways compared
The most closely related slots in our catalogue, by provider, volatility, theme and features:
| Slot | RTP | Volatility | Max win | Grid |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Power of Merlin Megaways | 96.09% | high | 40,000× | — |
| Fire Portals | 96.06% | high | 10,000× | 7×7 |
| Mermaid's Treasure Trove | 96.54% | high | 10,000× | 7×7 |
| 5 Frozen Charms Megaways | 96.5% | high | 5,000× | — |
Compared with Fire Portals (Pragmatic Play), Power of Merlin Megaways has an RTP 0.03 points higher, the same volatility and a max win 4 times higher. Both have free spins, cascades and bonus buy. Only Fire Portals has cluster pays and sticky wilds. Only Power of Merlin Megaways has Megaways.
Compared with Mermaid's Treasure Trove (Pragmatic Play), Power of Merlin Megaways has an RTP 0.45 points lower, the same volatility and a max win 4 times higher. Both have free spins, cascades and bonus buy. Only Mermaid's Treasure Trove has multipliers, cluster pays and sticky wilds. Only Power of Merlin Megaways has Megaways.
Compared with 5 Frozen Charms Megaways (Pragmatic Play), Power of Merlin Megaways has an RTP 0.41 points lower, the same volatility and a max win 8 times higher. Both have free spins, cascades, Megaways and bonus buy. Only 5 Frozen Charms Megaways has multipliers.