Mega Joker (NetEnt) in Demo Mode

NetEnt released the game in 2011. So it is an old-school fruit machine with a 3x3 grid and five paylines. The classic approach to the game — just cherries, lemons, bells, and jokers spinning on the reels.

You start in the base game, betting $1 to $10 per spin. Land a win, and you get a choice: collect your money or move it to the Supermeter. That’s the second set of reels sitting above the main game.

In the Supermeter, you're betting 20 to 200 coins per spin with winnings instead of fresh cash. Payouts jump significantly, and Mega Joker RTP climbs from 85% to 99%. But one bad run makes you watch your winnings disappear fast. Cash out anytime or keep grinding.

The interface is straightforward. You can pick a bet, spin, collect, or transfer to Supermeter. It also works well on mobile, despite looking outdated. It is a straight copy of those old Vegas machines. You can try it in free demo mode before playing for real money.

Paylines and Symbols

Five paylines cross the 3x3 grid. Line up three matching symbols, and you’re paid. Check the paytable: 

Jokers also act as mystery symbols that transform into whatever creates a winning line.

Mega Joker slot machine keeps its features minimal:

• Supermeter Mode. When you send your base game wins here, your payouts can multiply. You’re betting 20 to 200 coins per spin, using the money you just won. The RTP jumps to 99%, but you’re wagering your winnings instead of your original bankroll. 

• Mystery Joker. These symbols appear and transform into random icons. Landing three Jokers on a payline in Supermeter mode pays x2000 — the big win potential.

• Progressive Jackpots. It can drop randomly during any spin. There is no need for special combinations. It’s pure luck. The jackpot amount changes depending on total bets across all participating sites. It’s rare, so don’t count on it every session.

• Gamble Feature. You can try to double your win by guessing heads or tails correctly. You can keep gambling as long as you’re feeling lucky. There’s no specific strategy here. 

There are no Free Spins, bonus wheels, or pick-and-win games here. It’s just the base reels, Supermeter, and gamble options. The Mega Joker slot is simple, straightforward, and your stakes are high. 

In the base game, bets range from $1 to $10. The top prize is x2000 for three Jokers lining up in Supermeter mode. Win potential breakdown:

• Maximum payout: x2000 your bet;

• Requires: Three Jokers in Supermeter mode;

• Base game: Lower payouts, funds Supermeter play;

• Supermeter: Higher payouts, bigger risks;

• Hit frequency: 17% (tested over 100 spins).

Bet size matters here. Base game RTP is 85%, which means credits drop steadily. Supermeter flips to 99%, which is superb. The problem is you can’t skip the base game. Every dollar you want to play in Supermeter has to come from grinding through those 85% RTP spins first.

Progressive jackpot drops randomly, but it's rare. Every win in Netent Mega Joker forces a choice - collect your money or risk it in Supermeter for better odds and bigger payouts. 

The balance tilts toward risk. You're playing 85% RTP spins to access 99% RTP mode. High volatility means gaps of 20 or 30 spins without a win. 

Started with 1,000 credits at $1 per spin in demo mode. The first few gave me small wins, namely three lemons on spin 4 for 100 coins, then cherries and lemons on spins 6, 9, 10 for 20-40 coins each. I moved some to Supermeter but lost everything in one spin each time. My balance dropped to $980. Base RTP worked as expected. This experience shows how the base game performs over time. 

Around spin 20, lemons paid 60 coins in total. I tried Supermeter again, lost most of it immediately, and collected what remained. Between spins 31 and 48, I caught several Jokers and cherry combinations. Three Jokers paid 60 coins twice, plus other small wins. I collected most instead of risking the Supermeter. My balance was at 960 on average.

The next 30 spins were mostly quiet, with occasional fruit combos. Spins 64 and 70 game small lemon and cherry wins. I again sent them to Supermeter and lost both in one spin. Around 20 spins left, three Jokers appeared on spin 83 for 20 coins and again on spin 91 for 60 coins, which I collected.

I finished my game with $952, down $48 total. The base game drains your balance, while the Supermeter either gives multiple wins or takes them fast.