There’s a new player in casino town, and everyone seems to want a piece of him! It’s called “crash games”, and they are incredibly popular. This shouldn’t be a surprise, because these new games bring some long-awaited excitement to the still waters of online casinos with a different approach to the way the games look and feel.
The latest addition to the ever-growing list of crash games is Skyward. In this article, we’ll take a look at what it is, how you play it, and what strategies you can use to win.
About Skyward
Skyward is the latest game released by BetGames, a company based in Lithuania. BetGames has a lot of relevant experience in making instant play games for number bets. Their games are featured in the top South African mobile casinos. Skyward is a new direction for them: they jumped the crash gaming bandwagon with their first title of this type.
How to play Skyward
You can play Skyward like you would play other similar games, like Aviator or JetX. You need to place a bet before the plane (for some reason, the game keeps referring to it as a “Flying Object”) takes off. As usual, the multiplier starts at 1.00.
As the Flying Object soars, so does the multiplier. Your goal is to cash out before the Flying Object flies away. If you don’t cash out before it takes its flight, your bets are lost. Then you’ll have 5 seconds to place your bet before the Flying Object is ready to fly again.
Skyward User Interface
Skyward’s user interface may look familiar at first sight: it is similar to that of other crash games you may have played.
The one major thing missing is the chat window. Skyward is, apparently, a single-player crash game, as opposed to most of its competitors. For some, this may be a turn-off - others consider chatting while playing a distraction anyway, so they won’t miss this feature.
As with other crash games, you can place two parallel bets in Skyward, too. For both of them, you can set up:
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Auto play - the game will place your bets automatically at the beginning of each round
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Auto cash out - the game will cash out automatically as soon as the multiplier reaches the level you set.
Skyward Gameplay
The gameplay of Skyward will feel familiar if you have any experience with crash games:
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You can place one or two bets
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The Flying Object takes its flight, and with it, the multiplier starts to grow
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Your goal is to cash out before it flies away. You can do this at any point for either of your two bets.
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When you cash out, the multiplier is applied to your bet and you get your winnings
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When the Flying Object flies away, the game resets.
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You’ll have 5 seconds to place a new bet.
Skyward vs Aviator vs JetX
Skyward tries to break into the crash gambling scene which is becoming more and more crowded every day. Its two main competitors are Aviator and JetX. So let us compare their features and gameplay:
Skyward | JetX | Aviator | |
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Developer | BetGames | Smartsoft Gaming | Spribe |
Release date | 2023 | 2019 | 2019 |
Game type | Crash Game | Crash Game | Crash Game |
Interface | Minimalist graphics, similar to Aviator | Retro graphics, animations, extra visual elements | Minimalist graphics with a single animated element - the plane |
Sound | Ambient sound | Ambient sound | Ambient sound |
RTP | Around 95% | 96-98% | 97% |
History and Stats | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Double bet feature | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Auto bet | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Auto cashout | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Live chat | No | Yes | Yes |
Minimum bet | 0.1 | 0.1 | 0.1 |
Maximum bet | 100 | 100 | 100 |
Skyward claims that its multiplier can grow to a maximum of 100,000x. Hopefully, somebody will be able to verify this claim soon.
Skyward Demo
Skyward Predictor – Are There Any That Work?
Skyward is a recent addition to the world of mobile casinos and has yet to reach its peak popularity. As such, the number of sites and social media accounts claiming to be able to predict its workings is very low - just some TikTok accounts for now.
Before they become widespread, let us clarify: Skyward predictors can’t work!
Skyward, like the other titles provided by BetGames, runs on a random number generator (RNG) certified by BMM Testlabs, a company with decades of experience in iGaming quality assurance. This means that it has been proven to be random and fair, with nothing you, the operator or any so-called “hacker” bragging on social media can do anything to influence or predict its outcome.
How to Play Skyward at Hollywoodbets
Hollywoodbets always goes out of its way to bring players the latest and best games. As a result, Skyward is also available at South Africa’s top online gambling site. Like JetX and Aviator, it has also dedicated a separate section.
To play Skyward at Hollywoodbets:
Visit the Hollywoodbets website on your phone
Log into your Hollywoodbets account
From the menu, select JetX
Start playing
Note that you won’t be able to play without getting the Hollywoodbets login out of the way first.
Skyward Strategies – How to Win
Skyward is a lot like other crash games. It requires your constant attention and intuition and it allows you to decide when to cash out. But there’s really one piece of advice we can give you for beating the game: don’t be greedy.
All sources generally agree that the best course of action in crash games is to aim for lower payouts. This doesn’t mean you have to ignore the possibility of a high payout - you only need to do it the smart way.
Combine your Bets
Skyward allows you to set up two separate bets, both with Autoplay and Auto cash out. You can combine the two this way:
A larger amount, like R100, with a smaller limit (like 1.5 or 2.0 at most)
A smaller bet, like R5 with a higher limit (like 5.0 or 10.0)
Your second bet will likely lose more often than it wins, so set it at a level you feel comfortable losing.
Manage your Bankroll Wisely
Make sure you practice good bankroll management when playing Skyward - or any other mobile casino game, for that matter:
Only gamble with money you can afford to lose
Set clear limits for your wins and losses and respect them. Walk away when you win enough to reach your limit or lose all your budget for the day.
Always set your bets at levels you feel comfortable losing.
Never chase your losses or try to win back your lost money.
Skyward FAQs
What is Skyward?
Skyward is a new crash game launched in late 2023 by BetGames.
What are BetGames?
BetGames is a Lithuanian casino game provider specializing in virtual lottery and card games.
How to play Skyward?
Skyward is a crash game similar to Aviator and JetX, so its gameplay is a lot like those two.
Can I play Skyward at Hollywoodbets?
Yes, you can. Hollywoodbets even has a special page dedicated to the game.
Can I play Skyward at Betway South Africa?
Yes, you can, along with other Betgames titles.
Can I hack Skyward?
No, you can’t. Skyward runs on a secure server and is completely fair. Its RNG is audited regularly by BMM Testlabs to test for fairness and lack of interference.
Are Skyward Predictors Legit?
At the time of writing, there was only one Skyward Predictor advertising its services online - a shady TikTok account nonetheless. But when they invariably appear, they will be just as phoney-baloney as Aviator and JetX predictors are today.
Master of Data Analytics and iGaming Enthusiast
University of Pretoria alumnus Alex Turner combines a business analytics background with a deep understanding of consumer psychology. After leaving a corporate career, he pivoted to the iGaming industry, analysing online casino data and player behaviours. Pursuing a master's in Consumer Psychology, Alex specialises in bridging data analytics with player insights. As an industry analyst and content creator, he offers strategic advice based on his dual expertise. Alex's focus is empowering players with data-driven insights for a smarter, more enjoyable online casino experience.