Pragmatic Play
Sweet Bonanza
Fruit, candy and exploding multipliers. Sweet Bonanza is Pragmatic Play's sweetest success — and one of the most-played slots in Scandinavia.
96.51%
RTP
High
Volatility
21,100× stake
Max win
Pragmatic Play
Developer
What is Sweet Bonanza?
Sweet Bonanza is a slot developed by Pragmatic Play, released in 2019. The game is built on a 6×5 grid with Tumble mechanics and cluster pays — the same foundation as Gates of Olympus, but with a completely different aesthetic. The theme here is colourful candy and fruit, and the game's tone is lighter and more accessible than the mythological titles from the same developer.
Sweet Bonanza quickly became one of the most-played games in Norway and Scandinavia after launch. The combination of frequent Tumble chain reactions, explosive multipliers in free spins and an RTP of 96.51% makes it a game with broad appeal — from beginners to experienced players.
How the game works
Sweet Bonanza uses a 6×5 grid without traditional paylines. Wins are paid based on clusters — you need at least 8 matching symbols connected on the grid. The symbols are fruit and candy: grapes, watermelons, apples, plums, bananas and sweets. The candy symbols are the highest paying.
The Tumble mechanic removes winning symbols and replaces them with new ones, which can create chain reactions. The scatter symbol (lollipop) triggers the free spins round. What makes Sweet Bonanza unique is the multiplier bombs in free spins: these explode and add random multipliers (2× to 100×) to all wins in the round. Multipliers do not accumulate as in Gates of Olympus — they apply per win — but the effect can still be dramatic.
RTP and volatility
Sweet Bonanza has an RTP of 96.51% in the standard version. Some operators offer lower RTP variants — Le Coup offers the 96.51% variant. Volatility is high, but somewhat lower than Gates of Olympus — wins in the base game are more frequent, but the free spins round is still where the truly big wins happen.
| RTP variant | House edge | Availability |
|---|---|---|
| 94.00% | 6.00% | Lowest operator variant |
| 96.51% | 3.49% | Standard variant · Le Coup |
Maximum win is 21,100× stake — higher than Gates of Olympus — and is achievable in free spins mode with high multiplier bombs. Sweet Bonanza is a game that balances entertainment value in the base game with genuine potential for massive wins in the bonus round.
Bonus features
Tumble mechanic
Winning symbols are removed and replaced by new ones. Chain reactions are common and are the foundation of the big wins in the base game.
Multiplier bombs
In the free spins round, bombs explode and add random multipliers (2× to 100×) to wins. The effect can be dramatic.
Free spins
10 free spins are triggered by 4 scatter symbols, 12 by 5, and 14 by 6. Extra free spins can be purchased during the bonus round for 25× stake.
Bonus Buy
Buy direct access to the free spins round for 100× stake. Available where regulatory rules permit.
Strategy and bankroll
Sweet Bonanza is a high-volatility game, but with somewhat more activity in the base game than Gates of Olympus. Tumble chain reactions happen regularly, providing a more engaging base game experience. Nevertheless, the free spins round is where the truly big wins happen, and you should have enough bankroll to reach it.
A good rule of thumb is to have 80–150 bets in your bankroll. Sweet Bonanza is a game that rewards patience — the base game keeps you going, but it is the multiplier bombs in free spins that can make a session memorable. Bonus Buy is an option for players who want to jump straight to the bonus round, but remember it costs 100× stake.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
What is the RTP of Sweet Bonanza?
Sweet Bonanza has an RTP of 96.51% in the standard version. Le Coup offers this variant. Some operators offer lower RTP variants.
What is the difference between Sweet Bonanza and Gates of Olympus?
Both are Pragmatic Play games with Tumble mechanics and cluster pays. Sweet Bonanza has a higher maximum win (21,100× vs 5,000×) and multiplier bombs in free spins, while Gates of Olympus has accumulating Zeus multipliers. Sweet Bonanza has somewhat more activity in the base game.
What is the maximum win in Sweet Bonanza?
The maximum win is 21,100× stake, achievable in free spins mode with high multiplier bombs.
Is Sweet Bonanza suitable for beginners?
Sweet Bonanza is more accessible than Gates of Olympus thanks to more activity in the base game. It is still a high-volatility game and beginners should start with lower stakes.