Capture the exact game identity
Record title, provider displayed in the loading screen, game ID, release date and the operator or demo URL. Similar titles and sequels can use different mathematics.
Provider checks start with the studio named in the game rules and continue with the supplier catalogue, licence information and exact build. Similar artwork or a Megaways-style layout is not enough to confirm authorship.
Check the studio catalogue
Open the named provider’s official product page and compare reels, maximum ways, features and jurisdiction notes. An aggregator label is not always the game developer.
Verify Megaways attribution
Look for the trademark or mechanic attribution in official rules or supplier material. Do not classify every expanding-reel or ways-to-win slot as Megaways.
Compare available configurations
Record declared RTP, volatility language, maximum win and optional feature settings for the exact instance. Providers can distribute more than one approved return configuration.
Separate provider from operator
A recognised studio supports the game-origin claim but does not establish the casino’s licence, payment reliability or legal availability. Keep those assessments independent.
Provider lists change with catalogues and regions
Date the sample and describe how titles were counted; removed, renamed or geo-restricted games can make an undated total misleading.
Provider verification questions
Who created Megaways?
Big Time Gaming developed the mechanic; verify later games and licensed implementations through official supplier material.
Is every six-reel game Megaways?
No. The rules and attribution must show the mechanic rather than only a similar layout.
Why do provider lists disagree?
Sites can count aggregators, licences, unavailable titles and branded variants differently.