Specs at a glance
Dinosaur Tycoon and Dinosaur Tycoon II are different games, so we put them side by side. Every value comes from each game's own official TaDa page.
| Detail | Dinosaur Tycoon | Dinosaur Tycoon II |
|---|---|---|
| Provider | JILI (also listed as TaDa Gaming) | JILI (also listed as TaDa Gaming) |
| Release | January 2020 (2020.01) | March 2023 (2023.03) |
| Game type | Fish and Arcade | Fish and Arcade |
| Players per table | Not yet verified | Not yet verified |
| RTP | 97% maximum | 97% maximum |
| Max win | 1,500x (Regal Halls; 1,000x in Joy Hall) | Two figures: "Jackpot" (MAX WIN field) and up to 1,000x (description, Light Dragon King) |
| Volatility | N/A (not specified) | N/A (not specified) |
| Special features | Flying Dragon Wheel (up to 500x), Meteorite Burst, Thunder and Axe weapons | Two lists: "3D version, Capsule Toy" (feature field) and "Pterodactyl Dice, Dragon King Showdown" (description); axe and trap weapons |
| Game rooms | Joy Hall, Regal Hall, Regal Hall (single) | Joy Hall, Regal Hall, Regal Hall (single) |
Source for both columns: the official TaDa game pages (in Sources below). We haven't verified the bet range for either, so it isn't in the table.
About the provider: This title is known in the PH as a JILI game. On the international site, it's listed under TaDa Gaming, and that's where the official page we used as a source comes from. The exact corporate relationship between JILI and TaDa is not yet verified.
How it plays
The basic loop is the same: pick a room, set your bet, and shoot the animals. The bigger the target, the bigger the multiplier, but the harder it is to catch.
Dinosaur Tycoon (2020). According to TaDa:
- Brontosaurus up to 150x and T-Rex up to 200x.
- Mammoth and Immortal Dragon King up to 500x.
- Special Dragon King (Golden T-Rex): up to 1,000x in Joy Hall and 1,500x in the two Regal Halls.
- Flying Dragon Wheel: when the Pterodactyl King is caught, the wheel appears; the numbers on the outer and inner circle are multiplied for up to 500x.
Two special weapons are mentioned, Thunder and Axe, and TaDa says some weapons work better on some beasts.
Dinosaur Tycoon II (2023). According to TaDa:
- Light Dragon King: 50x to 1,000x, and it's the jackpot target.
- Tyrannosaurus Rex, King Kong, Crystal Dragon: up to 660x, 720x and 800x.
- Special dinosaurs: Sprint Triceratops (50x–150x), Electric Lizard (50x–120x), Bomb Frog (50x–100x), Pterodactyls (10x–216x and 18x–432x).
- Weapons: a regular laser that fires fast, plus an axe and a trap that hit hard. There's also a Capsule Toy mini game.
In short: the original has a higher listed ceiling (1,500x), while the sequel has a jackpot and more mid-range special targets.
Budget fit and boss math
In both games, count your budget in shots. Here's how fast ₱300 goes before any win:
| Budget | Bullet value (example) | Shots before any wins |
|---|---|---|
| ₱300 | ₱0.50 | 600 |
| ₱300 | ₱1.00 | 300 |
| ₱300 | ₱5.00 | 60 |
Per our fishing game tips, about 0.5% of your budget or less per bullet. Now, a boss as big as the Light Dragon King ceiling:
Example (simplified model, not exactly how the game works): say the Dragon King pays 1000× and the game returns 97% in the long run, split evenly. The chance of getting that payout on one shot is about 0.97 ÷ 1000 = 0.10%.
| Shots at the Dragon King | Cost at ₱2/shot | Chance of NO 1000× payout | Chance of at least once |
|---|---|---|---|
| 50 | ₱100 | ≈ 95% | ≈ 5% |
| 200 | ₱400 | ≈ 82% | ≈ 18% |
| 500 | ₱1,000 | ≈ 62% | ≈ 38% |
In this example, it takes about 1,031 shots on average to land one 1000× payout. At ₱2 a shot, that's ₱2,062, more than a typical session budget. This only illustrates the shape of the risk, it's not a prediction. The lesson: set a boss shot limit before you start.
The 97% maximum RTP of both games is an average over a huge number of plays. Read RTP explained for the math.
Myths and common mistakes
- "II is better because it's newer." The listed maximum RTP is the same. The difference is in graphics, targets and features, not in being "easier to win."
- "I need the right weapon to be sure of catching the boss." TaDa says some weapons work better on some beasts, but no weapon gives a guaranteed catch.
- "The boss is about to die." What you see is just animation. In many casino fishing games, every hit is a fresh random chance, so earlier bullets aren't "saved up".
- "Let others do the damage, you finish it off." Other players' bullets don't make your next shot luckier.
- "There's a hack or mod APK." That's a scam. There's no legit way to change the game's results.
For the basics, read our fishing games guide, or see the full fishing game list.
Where to play legally
Play Dinosaur Tycoon only on a PAGCOR-licensed site. Lots of copies and fake "fishing apps" circulate on social media, and you have no recourse if you lose money there.
- Check the exact address. Enter the full domain in our PAGCOR license checker. A lookalike domain isn't the same as the licensed site.
- Only deposit through the cashier. Don't send money to an "agent's" personal GCash or Maya number. Read our GCash casino guide.
- Avoid mod APKs and "hacks." They're scams, and often come with malware.
For the full checklist, read how to find licensed fishing game sites.
If it's not fun anymore
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FAQ
What's the difference between Dinosaur Tycoon and Dinosaur Tycoon II?
According to the official TaDa pages, the original came out in 2020 with a 1,500x max win and the Flying Dragon Wheel. II is from 2023, in 3D, with a Capsule Toy mini game and a jackpot from the Light Dragon King.
What's the RTP of Dinosaur Tycoon?
Dinosaur Tycoon and Dinosaur Tycoon II both have a 97% maximum RTP according to TaDa. That's a long-run average, not a guarantee for one session.
How does the Flying Dragon Wheel trigger?
In the original Dinosaur Tycoon, when you catch the Pterodactyl King. The numbers on the outer and inner circle are multiplied for up to 500x.
Where can you legally play Dinosaur Tycoon?
Only on a PAGCOR-licensed site. Check the exact address in our license checker and only deposit through the site's cashier.
Sources
- TaDa Gaming, Dinosaur Tycoon official game page (game type, publish time, max win, features, paytable ranges, RTP figure)
- TaDa Gaming, Dinosaur Tycoon II official game page (game type, publish time, max win, features, paytable ranges, RTP figure)
Kassandra Marcos is SugarFun's lead reviewer. She checks every site against PAGCOR's official list and writes our game and responsible gaming guides. How we test