The Dog Mansion Megaways Slot Review 2024

If you like Pragmatic Play's ever so popular The Dog House Megaways slot, then you're in luck! An exciting upgrade of the game is now available exclusively at Stake casino, and it gives you plenty of what you already know and love, plus some rather awesome extras on top.

As one of the first enhanced RTP slots created in partnership between Stake and Pragmatic Play, The Dog Mansion Megaways has set the stage for what this genre is all about. And that is a higher return to player, i.e. greater odds of winning with a guaranteed RTP of 98% built in.

Other than that, much has remained the same in this new version of the game. True, the graphics have had some fine-tuning to set the two titles apart, which is in our opinion a nice touch.

But the stuff we most love is still here like the up to 117,649 ways to win, made possible by Big Time Gaming's popular Megaways technology. And of course the awesome bonus features, including a free spins round with either sticky wilds or raining wilds, whichever you choose.

Plus, the bonus buy option that we love, as well as the pup's abode serving as the game's valuable wild card symbol, making it possibly the only time we'd imagine anyone would want to be sent to the dog house.

Convinced this is a good bet? We are too. But for more details on what to expect, feel free to keep reading our full Dog Mansion Megaways review.

Game highlights:

• 117,649 possible ways to win
• Free spins bonus round - with option for sticky wilds and raining wilds
• Bonus buy feature
• Top prize of up to 18,058X your bet
• 98% return to player
• High volatility
• Available exclusively at Stake casino*

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Enhanced RTP The Dog Mansion Megaways Slot Basics and Rules

Overall, Dog Mansion gameplay is extremely simple. To begin, you can find it in Stake casino's special Enhanced RTP section, or by entering the term "The Dog Mansion Megaways" in the site's search bar. Or go directly there from any of the links in this review.

Once you click to open it, you'll get a basic overview of the game, with a nice first impression of how it works, and appears. Next choose your mode of how you're going to gamble - 'Real Play' or 'Fun Play' and you're ready to begin.  Since this is a review, and we want to give a true impression of what to expect, we assume you, like us, prefer real money gambling for the chance at cash wins. So we're going the 'Real Play' route.

Now that the game's open, it's time to set your bet. To do so, click on either the plus or minus signs on either side of the 'Spin' symbol on your game screen. There you'll need to choose your 'Bet' (amount) and 'Coin Value', after which you'll see your 'Total Bet' listed below. Note, whatever you set in the first two fields has a 20X bet multiplier (if you're wondering how the total bet amount listed is formed).

Overall, the bet range of this game at Stake Casino is between 20 cents and 1,000 dollars per round, or equal value in whatever crypto you're using. Alternately, you can toggle to different currencies if you prefer seeing values in USD, EUR, or what have you. After setting your bet amount, the reels are spun by pressing the Spin button – that's the one with the circular arrows.

The playing field consists of 6 reels, each of which can display between 2 and 7 symbols of different sizes at a time. Fate determines how many positions are occupied per reel in each round, which in turn results in the flexible number of ways to win which appears in the upper right corner of your screen before each spin, going up to the game's max of 117,649. There is nothing you can do to influence this, as the Megaways mechanism is governed by a random number generator.

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If at least 3 matching symbols appear, adjacent from left to right, you win a cash prize. The amount is paid according to the paytable which we've detailed a bit more for you below. For more detail, it can always be found within the game's information section, by clicking on the 'i' icon.

After each round, you can reset your bet for your next spin, or keep going with the same wager. If you'd like, you can also play this game on auto play, with the same wager amount for up to 1,000 spins in a row. That of course, is just the basics. There's also the bonus round that can be triggered, with multipliers and free spins in between which can help boost your way to the game's max cash win of up to 18,058X your bet.

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Play The Dog Mansion Megaways for Free Online

As we mentioned, this awesome, enhanced RTP crypto slot machine can be played exclusively at Stake casino. And to help give you a risk-free feel, it can also be played there for free.

To do so, simply opt for the 'Fun Play' option, and you'll be able to play The Dog Mansion Megaways free of charge, to your heart's content. Just note, there will be some small differences when you do so, namely your max bet amount which is lower in free play than in real money mode. Not that it matters, since Fun Play doesn't involve any cash wins. For that, toggling to 'Real Play' mode is your only option, and in our opinion, your best bet to maximise the full potential of this game.

The Dog Mansion Megaways Demo Mode

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The Dog Mansion Slots and The Dog House Megaways Comparison

If you're an avid online slots player, or simply someone who's been around the casino scene for some time, you'll likely have encountered The Dog House Megaways, which is the inspiration - even the template we'd say - of the newer Dog Mansion Megaways game. While it will obviously feel very familiar if you're toggling between the two, there are some slight differences and many overlaps which we'll outline for you to save you the detective work.

First of all, Dog House Megaways is available at many leading online casinos and crypto casinos alike. Dog Mansion Megaways, however, is available only at Stake casino, giving it an exclusivity edge. In other words, it gives you the opportunity to play a game that's relatively novel.

Second, there's the obvious matter of the enhanced RTP. While The Dog House Megaways offers an already solid payout rate of 96.55%, The Dog Mansion Megaways brings that up to a value of 98%, which beyond this special Stake series is virtually unheard of.

Note: A higher RTP means that a larger proportion of the gaming revenue is distributed back to players. You may not feel this on a personal level in the short term, but it may be more noticeable in the long term, if you're engaging in extended play.

Third, on the comparison front, Pragmatic Play has made some subtle visual changes to give the newer game a bit of a graphic boost too. Particularly noticeable to those familiar with its predecessor and giving the new game a scan is that now two of the four dogs are adorning a hat. In addition, the Yorkshire terrier lady has been adorned with a pink shawl, small gem tiara and wears glasses, while the hunting dog has been clad in a coat. In other words, all the protagonists got new threads to symbolise their move up from the house to a mansion.

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Other standard symbols like collars, bones, cards, and the famous dog house have been maintained across both versions of the game for added continuity. And winnings for combinations of standard symbols are the same on both Pragmatic Play releases, as are the general game rules.

You've also got the same number of potential paylines (117,649) in both versions, as well as an overlapping bonus round, down to the special sticky wilds and raining wilds free spins. Plus, the betting range remains the same in both these bonus slots, with beginners and players on a tight budget able to get in on the game for as little as $0.20 per round.

Oh, and one last thing to point out, unlike its role model The Dog House Megaways, The Dog Mansion Megaways is not affiliated with the Drops & Wins tournaments developed by Pragmatic Play. Not necessarily important, but something you should note.

The Dog Mansion Megaways Paytable

A look at the paytable further illustrates the parallels between these two dog themed games, especially when it comes to evaluating combinations and how each rewards.

All standard symbols have fixed odds assigned to them, in the exact same manner as the previous Pragmatic Play hit, The Dog House Megaways. A combination is considered complete when at least 3 identical symbols appear from left to right in adjacent order on the reels. The themed symbols with the pups have the highest value, going down systematically through collars, bones, and playing cards.

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The respective maximum win for any symbol is achieved when there are six matches on one of the active winning ways.

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While not all these symbols have high pay rates, players should not be demotivated by the seemingly low values, especially considering there are theoretically up to 117,649 winning combinations that can be landed, depending on how many paths are active and which symbols appear.

Wild cards and scatters don't pay here. But wilds do help form winning combinations, and can help expand them giving them an important task, while the scatter dog paw symbol has the power to unleash the much-coveted bonus free spin round.

The Dog Mansion Megaways Bonus Rounds and Special Features

As you may know, Pragmatic Play is well regarded for its creativity, especially when it comes to implementing bonus features. While none of them are new to The Dog Mansion Megaways slot, they are all certainly well appreciated by players. And they are:

1. Wild symbols
2. Free spins
3. Megaways mechanism
4. Bonus buy option

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Wild symbols

When you're "sent to the doghouse" in this crypto slot game, you're in luck! That's because the doghouse takes on the function of the universal wild card in The Dog Mansion Megaways. That means it can be used to complete all classic combinations, with the exception of scatters which are the only non-interchangeable symbols in this game. Just keep in mind that wild cards do not appear on the outer two reels, rather are limited to reels 2, 3, 4, and 5. This to an extent limits their reach, though by no means their ultimate power.

If a combination is supplemented by the wild card, its equivalent value either doubles or triples. Like the wilds, the multipliers are randomly determined. And if several wilds appear, the rates of all multipliers are multiplied together, with the total factor then applied to all combinations supplemented by wild cards - for some serious winning potential!

Free spins

Golden dog paws act as the scatter symbol in this Pragmatic Play slot. At least 3 bonus symbols are required to trigger the free spins reward, while a larger number of scatter symbols automatically increases the number of free spins in the round. Once you've activated this feature, you can choose how it's played out. Your options are either sticky wilds free spins or raining wilds free spins, each with its own distinct advantages.

The sticky wilds option comes with anywhere from 7 to 20 free spins, depending on how many scatter symbols triggered the round. These free spins are then peppered with 2 to 7 sticky wilds, which are wild symbols that maintain their position on the reels throughout the entire free spins round. Great for forming winning combos!

Raining wilds on the other hand, give you between 15 and 30 free spins, again depending on how many scatters triggered the round. Instead of wilds sticking to their determined place on the reels, this option gives you up to 6 wilds rained down on the reels, guaranteed, per spin - with the added advantage of an up to 3X multiplier per wild card.

Which bonus round option is better is up to you, as clearly there are benefits to both.

Megaways mechanism

The Megaways slots concept is a development of Big Time Gaming, which in addition to publishing its own games using this technology, also licenses it out to other studios, including Pragmatic Play. It's a pretty neat concept that has vastly expanded what paylines mean in the world of online gambling. And thanks to this mechanic, The Dog Mansion Megaways game can have up to 117,649 ways to win in each round.

That being said, the exact number of winning ways always depends on how many of the maximum 7 symbols appear per reel. And more than that, how many win ways are available in your current round, which is dynamic. Although there's not much you can do about it, you can have a look in the upper right corner of your screen before each bet if this is something that interests you.

Bonus buy option

If the bonus round sounds tempting, you'll be happy to know that players at Stake casino have the opportunity to press the 'Buy Free Spins' button to get in on it directly. For immediate activation of free spins, all you need to pay is 100 times your current wager. So if you played $1 per round, the bonus purchase will come in at $100 this time.

While the price may sound steep, it's not necessarily a lot considering the guarantee of going direct to the bonus round, where bigger and quicker prize potential awaits. Again up to you, and of course your budget and appetite for risk.

Play The Dog Mansion Megaways on Mobile

Needless to say, The Dog Mansion Megaways is fully mobile compatible. In fact, all of Pragmatic Play's enhanced RTP slots are available on the Stake website, which is 100% mobile optimised. And there's no reason such an obviously appealing slot would be an exception.

So excitingly, when you go the route of Dog Mansion Megaways you get mobile slots play, crypto mobile slots, and enhanced RTP mobile slots all in one. That's a lot of mobility we'd say! And it works with all operating systems including Android and iOS of course.

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To activate, just go to your browser on your cell phone or tablet, open up Stake casino and play from there. No special casino app required. It's all simple and intuitive - and great fun on the go, so you can get in a few rounds during your morning coffee, on your bathroom break, or even before turning on your car for a long commute home.

The Dog Mansion Megaways FAQs

Still got questions? No problem. We get you. Even better, we've got your back, having done even further research following the original release of this Dog Mansion Megaways review to fully address outstanding inquiries.

1. Which of The Dog Mansion Megaways free spins bonus options is better?
2. What is the minimum ways to win on The Dog Mansion slots?
3. Is it recommended to use auto play mode when betting on The Dog Mansion Megaways?
4. Is there a Dog Mansion Megaways bonus available at Stake?

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1.) Which of The Dog Mansion Megaways free spins bonus options is better?

If at least 3 scatters appear in regular play, you'll unleash the free spins bonus round. And with that comes choice. That is, you can pick between two types of free spins in this Enhanced RTP Slot.

The first is for 7 to 20 free spins, with sticky wilds that stay in place on the reels throughout the duration of the bonus round. The other option is the opportunity to have 6 wilds rained down through each round of play - each with a multiplier of up to 3X attached on each of your 15 to 30 free spins.

In other words, both options are really good, and each has its distinct appeal. The sticky choice gives you fewer free spins but it has way more wilds in place, which is excellent for forming winning combos. The rainy version, however, gives you more free spins, and if you're lucky, a lot of multiplier potential.

It's going to be a good bet no matter which you choose. Because it's pretty much a win-win situation here. And in any event, with enough luck throughout extensive play, you'll get to make this choice more than once, so you can explore the options for yourself, and decide which one you prefer. And thanks to the bonus buy feature, you don't have to wait for the scatter to appear.

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2.) What is the minimum ways to win on The Dog Mansion slots?

The Dog Mansion slots is a Megaways game, which means it has a whole lot of ways to win. The max, as we've already established is 117,649 possible combinations, which amazingly is not atypical of the Megaways genre. But the minimum here is actually 64 ways to win, which by standard slots paylines comparison, is pretty impressive too.

How this calculation is made, if you're wondering, is by multiplying the minimum of 2 symbols per reel displayed in this Pragmatic Play game, across the game's 6 reels. So you've got an equation of 2x2x2x2x2x2, which is 64 ways to win.

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3.) Is it recommended to use auto play mode when betting on The Dog Mansion Megaways?

The auto play option exists in many online slot machines for a reason. And that is because players probably like it. Why that is, is not necessarily one of laziness - saving on a simple click of the spin button each round. Rather, many players develop a preferred, fixed bet amount over time, so it just technically makes sense for them to have a mechanism to do so, repeatedly.

If this is something that appeals to you, all you need to do is set your bet amount, then click the 'Autoplay' button, found under the 'Spin' icon. Next, use the bar to choose the number of spins you'd like - from 10 to 1,000 - and the speed, if you'd like to quicken the pace of these rounds up.

Should you have buyer's regret midway, don't worry. The mode can be ended manually at any time. Just keep in mind, that by setting auto play you run the risk of losing sight of your spending and losses - though we obviously hope you'll win! So make sure to keep an eye on the action unfolding in any event.

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4.) Is there a Dog Mansion Megaways bonus available at Stake?

There are no bonus offers at Stake that are specifically tailored to enhanced RTP slots. However, our link offers the option to claim an exclusive $500 bonus for new players. To claim it, visit Stake crypto casino from our website. Then, when setting up your account, enter the bonus code "casinoguide".

The free gaming credit will then be released with your first deposit to your Stake account, and can be used on all of the crypto casino's slot machines, including enhanced RTP slots like The Dog Mansion Megaways. This is truly a fantastic and unique bonus. It is hard to come by, and reserved for the loyalty of our valued casino review readers.

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Our Expert Opinion on The Dog Mansion Megaways Enhanced RTP Slots

Whether you're an actual dog lover or not, the truth is you don't need to have an opinion on our furry friends to enjoy this video slots game. Built on the undeniable success of The Dog House Megaways game, and packed with Pragmatic Play features that are renowned through the iGaming industry, The Dog Mansion Megaways takes things up a notch in a couple of ways.

You've got the same free spins bonus fun here. And it's made all the better with an enhanced RTP of no less than 98%! This gives back to players at a much higher rate, certainly compared to slots norms, and even its predecessor's history. Add to that some great graphic embellishments - especially to the main reel pups - and the exclusivity factor of only being available at Stake, and you've already got a winning combo, even before spinning the reels.

But while important, fun itself for a gambler isn't everything. So we also appreciate the Megaways 117,649 ways to win, as much as the grand prize of up to 18,058X your bet. Are you convinced? Play for free to see for yourself. Or better yet, add some bite to your bark and start with a wager as low as $0.20 to see where these slots can lead.

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