Most money wheel games are simple: spin, land on a number, collect your payout. Boring. Then Evolution Gaming came along and decided to turn the whole thing into a carnival sideshow. That’s crazy time – a live dealer experience where the wheel is just the beginning. With a spinning top slot above, four bonus games that can send multipliers into the thousands, and hosts dressed like they just escaped from a circus tent, it’s anything but ordinary.
The Wheel That Keeps on Giving
The physical wheel, made by TCS John Huxley, has 54 segments. Numbers 1, 2, 5, 10 appear alongside icons for the four bonus rounds. But here’s where it gets interesting: above the wheel, a Top Slot spins two reels – one shows a number or bonus game, the other a multiplier. If the wheel lands on the same number as the top slot, you multiply your win by that multiplier. So a simple 1:1 payout can suddenly become 5:1 or more. That’s the first layer of chaos.
The Bonus Games – Where the Real Action Is
About 11% of wheel segments trigger a bonus game. No two are alike, and each can produce massive wins. Here’s a quick rundown:
- Coin Flip: Two random multipliers assigned to red and blue sides. A device flips the coin. If a low multiplier appears, a Rescue Flip gives a second chance. Wins up to 5,000x possible.
- Cash Hunt: A shooting gallery with 108 hidden multipliers. Players click a symbol to reveal their prize. Top end: 12,500x or more.
- Pachinko: A physical wall with 16 channels. A puck drops and bounces down. Land on « double » and all prizes double, and the puck drops again. Max 10,000x, with a Rescue Drop for low values.
- Crazy Time: The big one. A virtual wheel with 64 segments, multipliers, Double and Triple symbols. Players pick a color (blue, green, yellow) and if their flapper wins, they advance. Doubles and Triples can stack, leading to wins up to 20,000x.
Betting Strategy and RTP
You’re not just throwing chips on numbers. You can bet on individual numbers, but also directly on the bonus games. The RTP varies depending on where you put your money – roughly 94% to 96%. Stakes start as low as 10p per spin, so it’s accessible. But the real edge is in the bonus rounds. Because they make up only a small portion of the wheel, you need patience. Some players hedge by covering a number and a bonus, hoping the top slot boosts the number or triggers the bonus.
Useful comparison of the four bonus games:
| Bonus Game | Max Win (x stake) | Interactive? | Unique Feature |
|---|---|---|---|
| Coin Flip | 5,000x | No | Rescue Flip on low values |
| Cash Hunt | 12,500x | Yes (click target) | 108 hidden multipliers |
| Pachinko | 10,000x | No | Doubling mechanic, Rescue Drop |
| Crazy Time | 20,000x | Yes (choose color) | Stacking Doubles/Triples |
Final Thoughts
Crazy Time isn’t for purists who want a quiet spin-and-win. It’s loud, it’s unpredictable, and sometimes the dealer is wearing a hot air balloon pilot hat. But that’s the point. The mix of live action, RNG elements, and player interaction creates something that feels genuinely new. If you’re after a straightforward money wheel, stick with Dream Catcher. If you want the chance to turn a 10p bet into thousands – and enjoy the ride – this is it.