The Buffalo Blitz II slot is Playtech's 2020 sequel: a high-volatility 6 × 4 game with 4,096 ways, a 95.96% RTP and a 10,000x max win, whose free spins use WaysBoost to stretch the reels to as many as 14,400 ways. Here is how it compares with the original, what it costs per hour and what UK rules apply.
RTP is 95.96%, an average cost of £4.04 per £100 staked, slightly more than a 96% game.
The base game has 4,096 ways (4 rows on 6 reels); WaysBoost in free spins can raise that to 14,400.
Free spins add wild multipliers, which is where much of the high-volatility return sits.
The 10,000x top prize is £1,000 at 10p and £50,000 at the £5 UK cap.
Developer
Playtech
RTP
95.96%
Volatility
High
Layout
6 reels × 4 rows
Ways to win
4,096 (up to 14,400 in free spins)
Max win
10,000× stake
Released
2020
Main feature
Free spins with WaysBoost reel expansion and wild multipliers
Buffalo Blitz II against the original Buffalo Blitz
Buffalo Blitz came out in 2016 on a 6 × 4 grid with 4,096 ways. Four years later, Buffalo Blitz II kept that frame and the same top RTP, and put the changes into the bonus. Our checked data gives the following side by side.
Buffalo Blitz and Buffalo Blitz II compared
Item
Buffalo Blitz
Buffalo Blitz II
Developer
Playtech
Playtech
Released
2016
2020
Top RTP
95.96% (94.01% version also exists)
95.96%
Volatility
High
High
Grid
6 × 4
6 × 4
Ways
4,096
4,096, up to 14,400 in free spins
Max win
Not listed in our data
10,000× stake
Main feature
See the game's help screen
Free spins with WaysBoost and wild multipliers
So the long-run cost per pound staked is the same on both, at the top RTP. The sequel's difference is in how the return is delivered: a bonus round that can open up far more ways and multiply wins.
Buffalo Blitz II slot specifications
Every figure here comes from our checked specification for the game. Anything else, including the pay table and the number of free spins awarded, is set out in the in-game rules from Playtech, the London-listed company behind the Age of the Gods jackpots. Its corporate site at playtech.com (opens in a new tab) covers the business rather than individual game maths.
Developer: Playtech
RTP: 95.96%
Volatility: high
Layout: 6 reels × 4 rows
Ways to win: 4,096, rising to as many as 14,400 in free spins
Max win: 10,000 times the stake
Released: 2020
WaysBoost: how Buffalo Blitz II goes from 4,096 to 14,400 ways
In the base game, each of the six reels shows four symbols. On a ways-to-win slot you multiply the positions per reel, so 4 × 4 × 4 × 4 × 4 × 4 gives 4,096 ways. Wins need matching symbols on neighbouring reels from the left, in any row.
During free spins, WaysBoost expands the reels. The top figure listed is 14,400 ways, which is about 3.5 times the base count. More positions mean more combinations can connect on each spin. The help screen shows how the reels grow and what limits the expansion.
More ways do not raise the RTP. The 95.96% figure already averages in every base spin and every free spin at every reel size.
Wild multipliers in the Buffalo Blitz II free spins
The other half of the bonus is wild multipliers. A wild stands in for paying symbols, and a multiplier wild also multiplies the win it helps to form. For example, a £2 win formed through a 3x wild becomes £6. How several multipliers in one win combine, whether added or multiplied, is game-specific, so check the help screen rather than assume.
Bigger ways counts and multiplier wilds working together explain the high volatility rating. A lot of the game's return is packed into the rarer free spins rounds where those two things line up, which leaves the base game returning less on most spins.
Buffalo Blitz II RTP: what 95.96% costs against other buffalo slots
An RTP of 95.96% means a house edge of 4.04%. That sits just under the 96% mark that many players use as a rough benchmark. The table compares it with other buffalo-themed games in our data, showing the average cost for each £100 staked.
The differences are small per spin but add up over a lot of play: 56p per £100 separates Buffalo Blitz II from Buffalo King Megaways. Our buffalo slots page collects the whole herd, and is a higher RTP slot better? explains when that gap matters.
Stakes and the hourly cost of Buffalo Blitz II
Per-spin costs look tiny, so it helps to scale them to an hour. The example below assumes 400 spins in an hour, about one every nine seconds, which is slower than the 2.5-second legal minimum. Change the pace and the cost changes in proportion.
Average hourly cost at 400 spins an hour (4.04% edge)
Stake
Total staked in the hour
Average cost
Spins a £20 budget covers
10p
£40
£1.62
200
50p
£200
£8.08
40
£1
£400
£16.16
20
£2
£800
£32.32
10
The right-hand column is the catch. At £1 or £2, a £20 budget covers only a few minutes of spins with no wins, and high volatility makes that a realistic outcome. Lower stakes give the same average cost per pound with far more spins, which is the idea behind making a budget last.
The 10,000x Buffalo Blitz II max win in context
The listed ceiling is 10,000 times the stake: £1,000 at 10p, £5,000 at 50p, £10,000 at £1, £20,000 at £2 and £50,000 at £5. Because a top prize like this is so rare, it adds little to what a normal session looks like. Our guide to how slot max wins work explains why the cap is best read as a measure of volatility rather than a target.
Myths about the Buffalo Blitz II slot that cost money
Advantages
Fact: each spin is independent and has no memory of the last one.
Fact: the RTP is the same whatever time of day you play.
Fact: the stake you pick doesn't change the percentage return.
Fact: a long dry run is normal for a high-volatility game.
Drawbacks
Myth: the free spins are due after a long gap.
Myth: the game pays better late at night or at weekends.
Myth: raising the stake after losses improves the odds.
Myth: a quiet session means the game is broken or set to lose.
Design rules from 31 October 2021 also apply: a minimum of 2.5 seconds per spin, no turbo or slam-stop, no autoplay and no celebration of a return at or below the stake. Feature buys don't feature on UK versions of slots, because since a Gambling Commission warning in January 2020 they are not offered to British players. See our pages on online slot stake limits and the feature buy rules.
How to play Buffalo Blitz II: a pre-spin checklist
Verify your age and identity with a UK-licensed casino.
Set your deposit limit at the prompt shown before the first deposit.
Open Buffalo Blitz II and read the help screen, confirming the RTP shown.
Pick a stake that gives your budget at least 100 spins, such as 10p or 20p on £20.
Spin manually, one press per spin.
Check the net position display often and stop at your limit, win or lose.
Where to play Buffalo Blitz II in the UK
None of our partners' welcome spins is confirmed for Buffalo Blitz II, so check the game lobby of any casino to see if it carries the game. 18+ and terms apply.
PlayOJO: first deposit of £10 or more gets 80 free spins on Big Bass Bonanza at 10p each, no wagering, winnings paid as cash; new UK customers, not Northern Ireland.
Coral: deposit and bet £10 on slots to get 100 free spins on selected games, 10p each, 48 hours to accept and 7 days to use, no wagering on winnings; PayPal, Skrill, Neteller, Paysafe, prepaid and some debit cards don't qualify.
Ladbrokes: deposit and play £10 on slots for 50 free spins a day over 10 days (500 maximum), 10p each on selected games, claim by 23:59 daily, 7-day expiry, no wagering; PayPal, Paysafe, Neteller, Skrill and prepaid card deposits excluded.
Treat any spins as a slot trial with the house edge still in place. Help is free from the National Gambling Helpline on 0808 8020 133.
Coral and Ladbrokes are both run by LC International Limited (Entain). If you already hold an account with one Entain brand, you may not be able to open another; check the terms first.
Significant terms: 18+. New UK customers (excluding Northern Ireland). First deposit only. Minimum deposit £10. 80 free spins on Big Bass Bonanza, £0.10 each. No wagering requirements; winnings paid in cash. Cannot be used with any other offer. Only available to players who arrive through the designated offer link. Full T&Cs apply. GamCare.org.uk
Read our PlayOJO reviewLicence: Skill On Net Limited, Gambling Commission account 39326. Offer checked 5 October 2026.
Significant terms: 18+. New players only. Offer runs 01/10/2026 to 01/02/2027. Deposit (certain types excluded) and bet £10+ on slot games to get 100 free spins (selected games, £0.10 each, 48 hrs to accept, valid 7 days). No wagering on free spin winnings. Deposits by Neteller, PayPal, Paysafe, Skrill, prepaid cards and certain debit cards do not qualify. Restrictions and T&Cs apply. GamCare.org.uk
Read our Coral reviewLicence: LC International Limited, Gambling Commission account 54743. Offer checked 5 October 2026.
Time limitClaim daily for 10 days; each batch valid 7 days
Worked valueUp to 500 spins at £0.10 (up to £50 in spins)
Significant terms: 18+. New customers only, from 14/11/25 until further notice. Certain deposit methods excluded. Deposit and spend £10+ on slots for 50 free spins a day during the first 10 days after first deposit and registration (max 500, £0.10 each, selected games, claim before 23:59 each day, valid 7 days). No wagering. Prepaid cards, PayPal, Paysafe, Neteller, Skrill and Moneybookers deposits do not qualify. Restrictions and T&Cs apply. GamCare.org.uk
Read our Ladbrokes reviewLicence: LC International Limited, Gambling Commission account 54743. Offer checked 5 October 2026.
18+. Every casino game has a built-in house edge, so over time you should expect to lose what you stake. Set a budget before you play and stop when it’s gone: safer gambling tools and support. Free, confidential help: National Gambling Helpline 0808 8020 133.
Frequently asked questions
What is the RTP of Buffalo Blitz II?
The RTP is 95.96%, giving a house edge of 4.04%. On average that costs £4.04 for every £100 staked, though any single session can land far from that figure because the game is high volatility. It's a long-run average across huge numbers of spins. Our slot RTP guide explains how to read the number.
How many ways does Buffalo Blitz II have?
The base game has 4,096 ways, from six reels of four symbols each (4 multiplied by itself six times). In free spins, the WaysBoost feature expands the reels to as many as 14,400 ways. Wins count from left to right on neighbouring reels in any position. Our page on ways-to-win slots covers the maths behind these counts.
What is the difference between Buffalo Blitz and Buffalo Blitz II?
Both share a 6 × 4 grid, 4,096 base ways, high volatility and a 95.96% top RTP. The sequel, released in 2020, adds WaysBoost reel expansion and wild multipliers to its free spins, and lists a 10,000x max win. The 2016 original also has a 94.01% version, so check which one your casino offers. Read our Buffalo Blitz review for the original.
What is the max win on Buffalo Blitz II?
The top prize is 10,000 times the stake, so £1,000 at 10p and £10,000 at £1. At the £5 stake limit for UK players aged 25 and over, that is £50,000. A top prize like this is extremely rare, so it shouldn't shape your budget. Our explainer on max win caps shows how they work.
Is Buffalo Blitz II high volatility?
Yes, it is rated high volatility. Much of its return comes from free spins where expanded reels and multiplier wilds combine, so base-game spins often return little and losing runs can be long. That makes small stakes a sensible way to give a budget more spins. Our slot volatility guide explains the trade-off.
Who makes Buffalo Blitz II?
Playtech makes it. The company was founded in 1999 in Tartu, Estonia, has its headquarters in Douglas on the Isle of Man and is listed on the London Stock Exchange. It is also known for the Age of the Gods jackpot slots and its live casino studios. See our Playtech slots page for more of its games.
Can you play Buffalo Blitz II on autoplay in the UK?
No, autoplay isn't allowed on online slots in Britain, so every spin of Buffalo Blitz II needs its own press. The ban has applied to slots since 31 October 2021, alongside a 2.5-second minimum spin time and a ban on turbo and slam-stop buttons. These rules slow play down and help you keep track. Our autoplay ban page has the full background.
Are buffalo slots all the same?
No, buffalo slots share a theme but differ in RTP, grid and volatility. This Playtech game runs at 95.96%, while Buffalo King Megaways is listed at 96.52%, which works out 56p cheaper per £100 staked on average. Grids range from fixed 6 × 4 layouts to Megaways reels. Our buffalo slots page compares them in one place.
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