Star Trek The Next Generation (BGaming) – Review & Demo Play

Introduction to Star Trek: The Next Generation

I took the captain’s chair for Star Trek: The Next Generation by BGaming, a 5x5 cascading slot with up to 3,125 ways and a 96.46% RTP. Stakes run from 0.20 to 100, and the gameplay is high paced when cascades chain. Three consecutive cascades charge the Power Meter and fire the Respin Bonus, while Free Spins let you pick volatility. The slot was first launched by Atlantic Digital, with BGaming now at the helm and a higher RTP. Max win is stated at 10,000x.

Theme, Gameplay, & Payouts in Star Trek The Next Generation

The 5x5 grid sits inside the Transporter, a neat nod to the series that ties the theme together. You create wins by hitting three or more of the same symbol on adjacent reels from the leftmost side, triggering Cascades that clear winners and drop new tiles. Volatility sits at medium/high, hit frequency lands around 30.03%, and the interface keeps the Feature Buy on the left with the main controls below. It runs well across mobile and desktop.

From my sessions, the average time to the bonus hovered near the quoted 197 spins. The feature set is layered, and the Power Meter adds a sense of build-up, though the constant drops and charge logic can make the base feel slower. It’s a solid use of the brand with proper names, setting, and a score that fits. Fans of intricate slots or the franchise will feel right at home.

Special Features & Slot Mechanics in Star Trek The Next Generation

Cascade clears winning symbols and refills the grid, repeating while new wins form. Hit three consecutive Cascades to trigger the Respin Bonus with 3 respins, plus +1 respin for each extra Cascade beyond three. Winning symbol types from the charged cascades are saved, and if more than three are collected, only the three highest are kept. During the feature, only these saved types appear as Mystery Symbols, paying both left-to-right and right-to-left after reveals. A sub-bet payout grants +1 respin.

When the reels stop, you select the first, second, and third Mystery in the Power Meter. Each reveal removes its symbol type, then the grid collapses. If, after the third reveal, no symbols remain on the reels, the Warp Speed Wheel spins. This is a three-level wheel: Level 1 awards 10x–25x or levels up; Level 2 pays 50x–200x or levels up; Level 3 lands 500x–5,000x. If symbols remain at any point, the Respin Bonus ends.

Free Spins land by hitting three Enterprise Scatters on reels 1, 3, and 5. You can pick Low (8 spins, 1x start, +1 per Cascade, +3 spins on 3+ Cascades), Medium (6 spins, 2x start, +2 per Cascade, +2 spins on 3+ Cascades), High (4 spins, 5x start, +5 per Cascade, +1 spin on 3+ Cascades), or Random. A consolation top-up triggers once per round if payouts fall short of 5x. The Total Multiplier applies to all wins. Feature Buy: 30x for Respin, 75x for Free Spins.

Bonus Buy Feature

Respin Feature Re-spins round can be purchased for 30x the bet.
Feature Cost:	x30 Bet
RTP:	-
Volatility:	-
Free Spins Feature Free spins round can be purchased for 75x the bet.
Feature Cost:	x75 Bet
RTP:	-
Volatility:	-

Symbols in Star Trek The Next Generation

Low pays are 10, J, Q, K, and A, with five of a kind paying 0.15x–0.2x. High pays are Lieutenant Worf, Counsellor Deanna Troi, Commander Data, Commander Riker, and Captain Jean-Luc Picard, paying 0.3x–1x for five. The Scatter is the USS Enterprise, appearing on reels 1, 3, and 5 to trigger the bonus game. A Mystery Symbol carrying the crew’s logo only appears during the Respin Bonus and reveals the same saved symbol type across the grid.

Star Trek The Next Generation Symbols and Paytable

Symbol	Quantity	Payout
	5	x1
	4	x0.6
	3	x0.4
	5	x0.6
	4	x0.4
	3	x0.3
	5	x0.5
	4	x0.3
	3	x0.25
	5	x0.4
	4	x0.25
	3	x0.2
	5	x0.3
	4	x0.2
	3	x0.15
	5	x0.25
	4	x0.15
	3	x0.1
	5	x0.2
	4	x0.15
	3	x0.1
	5	x0.15
	4	x0.1
	3	x0.05
	5	x0.15
	4	x0.1
	3	x0.05
	5	x0.15
	4	x0.1
	3	x0.05
	Scatter
	Mystery

Final Thoughts on Star Trek The Next Generation

The slot packs proper show references, a Transporter set, and a soundtrack that sets the mood with a slight retro vibe. Cascading Wins drive the experience, though hitting three consecutive Cascades is tougher than it first looks, and base-game pays feel on the low side. When Respin lands, the Warp Speed Wheel can swing hard with cash prizes up to 5,000x, while the overall max sits at 10,000x. Picking volatility in Free Spins gives fair control over risk.

From testing, the Total Multiplier carried several standout wins. The feature depth is strong, yet the drops, charge meter, and layered logic can feel a bit heavy for casual sessions. As a branded effort, it’s technically sound and a good fit for fans who enjoy intricate mechanics. For me, it’s a must for the series faithful and a decent pick when I fancy a grid slot with cascades, symbol saves, and a high-ceiling wheel.