Monster Quest

Monster Quest is a Megaways slot developed by Big Time Gaming (BTG), released on 24 June 2026. It runs on a 6x7 grid and delivers up to 117,649 Megaways per spin, with ways varying dynamically on every spin.

The game is built around a fantasy battle theme, placing players alongside a Knight who fights Monsters and a Dragon across its two main bonus modes: Hold and Spin and Free Spins. Both features use a Knight mechanic where the character accumulates coin values by slaying creatures on the reels — a system that ties bonus progression directly to gameplay rather than relying on static multipliers alone.

Key highlights include up to 117,649 Megaways to win, Hold and Spin triggered by 6 or more Bonus Symbols, Free Spins with a climbing Megaways Win Multiplier, Power Play mode for guaranteed high Megaways counts, Bonus Buy access for both main features, and a max payout of 99,900x bet. With an RTP of 96.58% (Bonus Buy) and a max win of 99,900x bet, Monster Quest sits at the higher end of the volatility spectrum.

Monster Quest uses a medieval fantasy setting with a dungeon-style aesthetic. The reels are framed in stone and reinforced wood, giving the game a rugged, fortress-like appearance.

The symbols are illustrated with sharp detail — crystal gemstones in purple, red, blue, and green serve as the premium pays, while playing card values (9 through A) fill the lower end of the paytable. The Bonus Symbols — Monsters, the Knight, and the Dragon — are fully animated and visually distinct, each with exaggerated features suited to the fantasy battle theme.

Animations activate during the Hold and Spin and Free Spins modes, showing the Knight engaging with Monsters on the grid. The sound design follows the theme closely, with dramatic battle sounds accompanying bonus triggers and wins. The overall presentation is polished and consistent with BTG's established visual standards for Megaways titles.

Monster Quest plays on a standard Megaways format, with the number of symbols per reel changing on every spin. Wins are formed by landing matching symbols on consecutive reels from left to right, starting from the leftmost reel, regardless of vertical position. All payouts are multiplied by stake.

To get started:

Set your bet using the on-screen controls (€0.10–€10.00 per spin).

Press spin, or use the Autoplay function to set a number of automatic rounds.

Access the Options menu to adjust settings.

Check the Pays screen for full symbol values and feature rules.

Use the Power Play button (8x stake) to guarantee at least 10,000 Megaways on that spin.

Use the Bonus Buy button to purchase Free Spins (90x stake) or Hold and Spin (35x stake) directly.

Wins are calculated as the highest win per winning combination, with all winning combinations added together on the same spin.

Hold and Spin

Hold and Spin is triggered by landing 6 or more Bonus Symbols anywhere on the reels. Bonus Symbols include the Dragon, the Knight, and Monsters.

Once triggered, every symbol position on the grid becomes an individual reel that may reveal additional Monsters. The Knight begins with a random value between 8 and 15 times stake. When a Monster with a value equal to or lower than the Knight's current value appears, the Knight slays it and gains that Monster's value. Each Monster can hold a value between 1 and 1,750x stake. The Dragon carries a value between 1,888 and 28,888x stake.

The Knight starts with 3 lives. A life is lost each time the reels spin without a new Monster appearing or being slain. Slaying a Monster restores one life, up to the 3-life maximum. The feature ends when the Knight loses all lives, the Dragon is slain, or Monsters occupy all grid positions. The Knight's final accumulated value is paid out to the player.

Bonus Buy Option: Yes — 35x stake for Hold and Spin

Free Spins

Free Spins are triggered by landing 3 or more Scatter symbols anywhere on the reels. 3 Scatters award 12 Free Spins; each additional Scatter adds 2 more.

During Free Spins, the Knight remains on screen with a starting value of 8 to 15 times stake and continues slaying Monsters using the same mechanics as Hold and Spin. A Megaways Win Multiplier also applies to regular symbol wins. The multiplier starts at 1x and increases by 1 each time the Knight slays a Monster. Landing 5 or more Monsters simultaneously during Free Spins triggers the Hold and Spin feature. Note that the Megaways Win Multiplier does not increase for Monsters slain during a Hold and Spin triggered within Free Spins. Retriggers are available: 3 or more Scatters during Free Spins award 4 extra spins, plus 2 for each additional Scatter. The Knight's final accumulated value is paid out once at the end of the Free Spins round.

Bonus Buy Option: Yes — 90x stake for 12 Free Spins

Power Play

Power Play is a pre-spin modifier that guarantees at least 10,000 Megaways on the next spin. It costs 8x stake per activation and is toggled on or off via the Power Play button. It does not directly trigger a bonus but significantly increases the number of active ways to win.

Bonus Buy

The Bonus Buy menu gives direct access to both main features:

12 Free Spins: 90x the Free Spins Stake

Hold and Spin: 35x the Free Spins Stake

The Free Spins Stake can be adjusted independently within the Bonus Buy menu. Bonus Buy may be restricted or unavailable in certain jurisdictions.

Wins are formed from left to right across consecutive reels, starting from the leftmost reel. The highest win per combination is paid, and all winning combinations on the same spin are added together. Payouts are multiplied by stake.

Premium Symbols (multipliers of stake):

Low-Pay Symbols (multipliers of stake):

Special Symbols:

Wild: Substitutes for all symbols except Scatters and Bonus Symbols.

Scatter (Shield): 3 or more anywhere award 12 Free Spins, plus 2 per additional Scatter.

Bonus Symbols (Dragon, Knight, Monsters): 6 or more trigger Hold and Spin. Monsters hold values of 1–1,750x stake; the Dragon holds 1,888–28,888x stake; the Knight starts at 8–15x stake.

Monster Quest uses the Megaways win mechanic. A win requires matching symbols on consecutive reels from left to right, starting from reel 1. Symbols can land in any row on their respective reel — vertical position does not affect eligibility.

Each spin can produce up to 117,649 Megaways, with the number of active ways shifting dynamically based on how many symbols appear per reel on that spin. Power Play locks in a minimum of 10,000 Megaways.

During Free Spins, a Megaways Win Multiplier builds with each Monster the Knight slays, applying to all regular symbol wins. The main win potential in the game comes from the Knight's accumulated value across the Hold and Spin and Free Spins features, where coin values from slain Monsters stack up over multiple rounds of the bonus.

Monster Quest is a standalone release, but it shares its Megaways licence and core mechanics with other BTG titles. Players familiar with Bonanza Megaways or Extra Chilli Megaways will recognise the variable reel structure. The Knight-slays-Monster accumulator concept is specific to this game, though Hold and Spin mechanics appear across other BTG releases such as Danger: High Voltage and Holy Diver Megaways.

Monster Quest brings together BTG's Megaways format with a Hold and Spin mechanic built around a progressive Knight accumulator. The two bonus modes are well-integrated, with the Knight's value building across both Free Spins and Hold and Spin rounds. Power Play and Bonus Buy add flexibility for players who want more control over how they engage with the features.

The game suits players comfortable with high volatility, given the 99,900x max win and the reliance on Hold and Spin for the largest payouts. The RTP of 96.49% overall (96.58% Bonus Buy) is competitive. The main drawback is the low base game stake ceiling of €10.00, which limits exposure for higher-stakes players.