Ways-to-win replaces fixed paylines. Typical configurations are 243 (a 5-reel slot with 3 symbols per reel) or 1,024 (5x4). Any combination of matching symbols on adjacent reels from the leftmost reel pays — symbol position within the reel is irrelevant.
Ways-to-win produces more frequent small wins than equivalent payline structures. The trade-off is usually a slightly lower RTP at the same overall mathematical configuration.
Not to be confused with Megaways, which dynamically varies the symbol count per reel each spin, producing variable ways totals up to 117,649.
Example usage
- 243 ways (typical 5x3)
- 1,024 ways (5x4)
Related terms
- Cluster pays — A slot mechanic that pays when matching symbols form a minimum-size cluster touching anywhere on the grid.
- Megaways — A patented mechanic that varies the number of symbols per reel each spin, producing up to 117,649 ways to win.
- Paylines — The fixed lines across a slot's reels on which matching symbol combinations pay out.