Specs at a glance
| Detail | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Provider | CQ9 Gaming | VegasSlotsOnline; Respinix |
| Release | July 17, 2025 (7/17/2025) | VegasSlotsOnline |
| Game type | Fishing / arcade-style shooting | VegasSlotsOnline; Respinix |
| Players per table | Not yet verified | Not listed in the sources we opened |
| RTP | 96% | VegasSlotsOnline |
| Volatility | High | VegasSlotsOnline |
| Max win | Differs: 1,000x (VegasSlotsOnline) vs up to 888X (Respinix) | VegasSlotsOnline; Respinix |
| Special features | Bonus Fish, Slot Fish, Dice Fish, Nuclear Fish, Laser Fish, Electric Eel, All Catch Up, islands | VegasSlotsOnline; Respinix |
| Bet range | 0.10 to 100 | VegasSlotsOnline |
Note: Paradise 2 is different from CQ9's original Paradise. We couldn't verify the original's specs in two reliable databases, so this page only covers Paradise 2.
How it plays
You set your cannon bet, then shoot the fish. The payout depends on the type and size of the fish you catch. According to Respinix, these are the tiers:
- Ordinary fish: 2x to 9x.
- Golden fish: up to 180x.
- Special fish (like orcas and sharks): 20x to 250x.
- Boss fish: some up to 500x, a crowned seahorse up to 300x, and a large walrus-like boss up to 888X.
And these are the special fish according to VegasSlotsOnline:
- Bonus Fish: consecutive wins and a chance at the 5X SUPER PRIZE, 100x to 250x.
- Slot Fish: 10x to 100x.
- Dice Fish: opens the Dice Game, 1x to 216x.
- Nuclear Fish: a big explosion that catches fish across the screen.
- Laser Fish and Electric Eel: a laser beam attack and chain lightning on nearby fish.
There are islands too (Mystic, Ruins, Frozen and Lava Island). According to VegasSlotsOnline, a volcanic eruption on Lava Island raises the catch rate. Respinix says there's an "All Catch Up" feature that catches every fish on screen.
Budget fit and boss math
Fishing games fire fast, so think of your budget as a number of shots, not pesos.
| Budget | Bullet value (example) | Shots before any wins |
|---|---|---|
| ₱300 | ₱0.50 | 600 |
| ₱300 | ₱1.00 | 300 |
| ₱300 | ₱5.00 | 60 |
A simple rule from our fishing game tips: about 0.5% of your budget or less per bullet. On ₱300, that's ₱1.50 or less.
Why do boss fish drain your money? Because the multiplier is large, and a large multiplier means big payouts are rare.
Example (simplified model, not exactly how the game works): say the payout is 500× and the game returns 96% in the long run, split evenly. The chance of getting that payout on one shot is about 0.96 ÷ 500 = 0.192%.
| Shots at the target | 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 521 shots on average to land one 500× payout. At ₱2 a shot, that's ₱1,042. This only illustrates the shape of the risk; it's not a prediction. The lesson: set a boss shot limit before you start.
VegasSlotsOnline lists high volatility, so expect big swings. RTP is an average over a huge number of games, not your session. Read RTP explained and the volatility guide to understand why one night's results can be far from the RTP.
Myths and common mistakes
- "Wait for the Nuclear Fish before raising your bet." Raising your bet while waiting for a feature doesn't help your budget. Every shot has its own cost.
- "It's the same as Paradise, so the specs are the same." Paradise and Paradise 2 are different games. Don't use one's specs for the other.
- "The max win is 1,000x, so I can win it back." Even the max win differs between databases. Payouts like that are rare, so it's not a plan for recovering losses.
- "When you lose, raise the bullet to win it back." This is the fastest way to drain your budget. A bigger bullet also means a bigger loss on every shot that catches nothing.
- "There's a hack or mod APK." That's a scam. There's no legit way to change the game's results.
Before you play, revisit our fishing games guide for the basics, or see the full fishing game list.
Where to play legally
Only play Paradise 2 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 Paradise 2's RTP?
96% according to VegasSlotsOnline. Respinix doesn't list an RTP. That's a long-run average, not a guarantee for a single session.
What is Paradise 2's max win?
The listings differ: 1,000x on VegasSlotsOnline and up to 888X on Respinix. So check the game's info screen on the site where you play.
Are CQ9's Paradise and Paradise 2 the same?
No. This page is only about Paradise 2. We haven't verified the original Paradise's specs, so they're not here.
Is it legit to play Paradise 2 online in the PH?
Only legal if you play on a PAGCOR-licensed site. Check the exact address in our license checker and only deposit through the site's cashier.
Sources
- VegasSlotsOnline, Paradise 2 online game (provider, release date, RTP, max win, bet range, special fish)
- Respinix, Paradise 2 demo and review (developer, fish tiers, boss multipliers, special attacks)
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