Specs at a glance
| Detail | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Provider | JILI (also listed as TaDa Gaming) | TaDa page |
| Release | January 2021 (description: January 20, 2021) | TaDa page |
| Game type | Fish and Arcade | TaDa page |
| Players per table | Not yet verified | Not listed on the official page |
| RTP | 97% (per TaDa's description) | TaDa page |
| Max win | 950x (Mega Octopus / bonus wheel) | TaDa page |
| Volatility | Low to medium depending on the target (according to TaDa) | TaDa page |
| Special features | Special Octopus Wheel, Railgun, Torpedo, effects fish (Starfish, Bomb Crab, Drill Crab), Awakening Boss | TaDa page |
| Game rooms | Newbie, Honour, Joy | TaDa page |
TaDa says bet sizes differ per room, but we couldn't verify the exact range, so it's not 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
You pick a room, set your bullet, and shoot the fish. The weapons TaDa mentions are the Railgun and Torpedo. Ranges according to the official page:
- Normal fish: 2x to 25x.
- Golden fish: Goldfish, Clownfish, Jellyfish and Manta Ray, 40x to 55x.
- Giant prize fish: 20x to 35x, with a chance at a 5x super prize.
- Effects fish: Starfish (whirlpool), Bomb Crab (bombs) and Drill Crab (drill), up to 80x.
- Immortal bosses: including gem turtles, giant anglerfish and shark, 60x to 560x.
- Awakening Boss: Giant Crocodile, 150x to 600x, and when killed, it hits nearby fish.
- Immortal Beast: Mega Octopus, 100x to 950x.
The Bonus Wheel appears when you shoot the Mega Octopus. According to TaDa, it can award up to 200x or a free spin on the golden wheel, where prizes go up to 500x or 950x. The 950x is the highest possible, not the typical result.
Budget fit and boss math
Here's how fast ₱300 runs out at different bullet values, before any wins:
| Budget | Bullet value (example) | Shots before any wins |
|---|---|---|
| ₱300 | ₱0.50 | 600 |
| ₱300 | ₱1.00 | 300 |
| ₱300 | ₱5.00 | 60 |
According to our fishing game tips, about 0.5% or less of your budget per bullet is a safe start. Now let's look at the Mega Octopus:
Example (simplified model, not exactly how the game works): say the Mega Octopus pays 500× and the game returns 97% in the long run, split evenly. The chance of getting that payout on one shot is about 0.97 ÷ 500 = 0.19%.
| Shots at the Mega Octopus | Cost at ₱2/shot | Chance of NO 500× payout | Chance of at least once |
|---|---|---|---|
| 50 | ₱100 | ≈ 91% | ≈ 9% |
| 200 | ₱400 | ≈ 68% | ≈ 32% |
| 500 | ₱1,000 | ≈ 38% | ≈ 62% |
In this example, it takes about 515 shots on average to land one 500× payout. At ₱2 a shot, that's ₱1,030, 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% RTP is an average over a huge number of games. Read RTP explained for the full explanation.
Myths and common mistakes
- "I'll always get 950x on the wheel." The 950x is a ceiling. According to TaDa, regular wheel prizes go up to 200x, and you need the golden wheel for anything higher.
- "It's easier in the Newbie room." The official page doesn't say the odds differ per room. It only says bet sizes differ.
- "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.
If you're new to fishing games, start with our fishing games guide, or see the full fishing game list.
Where to play legally
Only play Mega Fishing 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 is Mega Fishing's RTP?
According to the official TaDa page, 97%. That's a long-run average, not a guarantee for one session.
How do you trigger the bonus wheel in Mega Fishing?
By shooting the Mega Octopus. According to TaDa, regular wheel prizes go up to 200x, and there's a chance at the golden wheel worth up to 500x or 950x.
What do the effects fish do?
The Starfish creates a whirlpool, the Bomb Crab releases bombs, and the Drill Crab releases a drill. They hit nearby fish.
Is it legal to play Mega Fishing online?
Only on a PAGCOR-licensed site. Check the exact address on our license checker and only deposit through the site's cashier.
Sources
- TaDa Gaming, Mega Fishing 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