Fat Santa
- RTP
- 96.45%
- Volatility
- MEDIUM
- Max win
- 6,400×
- Hit freq
- -
- Grid
- -
- Bet
- -
- Released
- 2018-11-21
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Our take
Christmas-themed 5×5 from Push Gaming with stacking Santa wild; 96.45% RTP, 6,400× max, medium volatility.
Fat Santa is a cheerful winter release from Push Gaming, following the success of their earlier 'Fat' series entries. The 5×5 grid features 50 paylines, wholesome aesthetics, and mechanical simplicity that belies its earning potential.
The central mechanic revolves around the Christmas Pie wild. In the base game, Santa flies across reels at random intervals and places pie wilds on the grid. During free spins, Santa consumes the pies and grows larger, potentially filling the entire reel as a 5×5 wild symbol—a feature that can multiply payouts significantly when combined with other winning symbols.
Volatility sits in the medium band, which means more consistent wins than high-volatility peers but lower ceiling payouts. The 50 paylines ensure a steady flow of action, and the visual design—snowmen, elves, reindeer, and cheerful cabin backdrop—maintains broad appeal. At 96.45% RTP and 6,400× max, Fat Santa targets players seeking holiday-themed entertainment with respectable earning potential.
Pros
- Medium volatility with 50 paylines produces regular wins and smooth gameplay rhythm
- Stacking Santa wild in free spins creates opportunities for large payouts with 5×5 multiplier coverage
- Festive visual design appeals to broader player demographics
Cons
- 6,400× max is modest relative to high-volatility competitors
- Santa animation may feel repetitive after extended play sessions
Math & maxes
Math breakdown
- Volatility score
- 3 / 5
- Max win
- 6,400x the stake
Gameplay video
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FAQ
How do the Christmas Pie wilds work?
Santa flies across reels in the base game, placing Pie wilds. In free spins, he eats the pies and can grow into a 5×5 wild covering the entire grid.
How many paylines and ways to win?
50 fixed paylines on a 5×5 grid. Wins form left to right across consecutive reels.
What's the volatility and RTP?
Medium volatility with 96.45% RTP. Gameplay is steadier than high-volatility alternatives with more frequent smaller wins.
How is the Christmas theme used?
Features Santa, elves, reindeer, snowmen, and North Pole setting. The pie wild is thematically Christmas-focused with complementary festive soundtrack.
What's the maximum win?
6,400× your stake, typically through the growing Santa wild during free spins combined with other winning symbols.
