Big Bass Boxing Bonus Round: Fishing Meets Fisticuffs in a Baffling Hybrid

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In an industry where themes often stick to the tried-and-true—fishermen hauling in catches or anglers casting into tranquil waters—Reel Kingdom has taken an unexpected turn with Big Bass Boxing Bonus Round. Quite WTF boxing has to do with fishing is anyone’s guess, but boxing it is... and honestly, that’s part of the charm, even if it leaves you scratching your head.

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Spotlights shine down on a crowd of people in a dark room, as if we’ve wandered into a boxing match rather than a lakeside fishing expedition. That’s the first clue that this game is embracing the bizarre. Despite the glaring disconnect—fishing symbols and boxing gloves sharing the same reel—Reel Kingdom clearly isn’t sweating the logic. As the reviewer notes, “few could accuse Reel Kingdom of not thinking outside the box on this one, for the skin at least, since fishing and boxing don’t appear in the same sentence super often.” Well, that’s true, but it also underscores how far this game stretches thematic conventions to deliver a fresh, if perplexing, experience.

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Mechanically, Big Bass Boxing retains the core of its predecessor, Big Bass Vegas Double Down Deluxe, making it a reskin rather than a revolution. The game is a highly volatile slot with an RTP of 96.5%, giving players a shot at big wins—up to 5,000x their stake—mainly through its unique wild collection mechanic during free spins.

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The game’s layout is classic: a 5x3 grid with 10 paylines, with betting options ranging from 10 cents to $250 per spin. Symbols include standard low-value royals and higher-paying fish, boxing shoes, skipping ropes, and gloves. Wilds come in red and blue variants, appearing in free spins and substituting for other symbols except scatters and Money symbols, which are fish that can carry massive multipliers.

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The real heart of the game is the free spins feature, triggered by landing 3, 4, or 5 scatter symbols, awarding 15, 20, or 25 free spins respectively. During free spins, players collect wilds on separate red and blue meters. Every 4th wild collected on each meter retriggers the feature, adding +10 spins. Multipliers increase as wilds are collected—x2, x3, and up to x10—making it a rollercoaster of potential big wins. Random modifiers, such as Camera Spin, Hook, and Knock Out, can appear during free spins, adding an element of unpredictability.

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Players can also buy their way into free spins via two options: a standard free spins buy at 100x the bet, or a super free spins option at 300x, where just three wilds are needed to retrigger. This direct approach appeals to high-rollers eager for immediate action.

Despite the odd pairing of themes, the game doesn’t skimp on features. The dual wilds—red and blue—serve as a core mechanic, allowing for multiple retriggers and big multipliers. However, the reviewer notes a lack of “on-grid interplay” between the wild duo, which could have added more depth.

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Overall, Big Bass Boxing Bonus Round is a curious blend—part reskin, part novelty. It’s not bursting with innovation, but it offers a familiar core with a totally unexpected front end. For fans of the Big Bass series, it’s a safe, if strange, addition. For those seeking logical themes, it’s a head-scratcher. But hey, in the world of online slots, sometimes the weirdest combinations make for the most memorable spins.