BetMGM launches progressive SideBet Jackpots
18 August 2026(PRESS RELEASE) -- BetMGM, a leading iGaming and sports betting operator, announced the launch of BetMGM Jackpots in Michigan, a new optional progressive SideBet Jackpot feature that gives online casino players additional opportunities to win while playing eligible casino games. BetMGM expects to expand SideBet Jackpots into additional markets throughout the summer and fall, subject to regulatory approvals.
"iGaming continues to be the growth engine of our business, fueled by product innovation and differentiated player experiences," said Oliver Bartlett, BetMGM’s Vice President of Gaming. "SideBet Jackpots expands the ways players can engage with our casino offering while creating additional opportunities to win across a growing network of games. It's another example of how we're investing in product enhancements that help distinguish BetMGM Casino."
BetMGM Jackpots is available on more than 200 eligible casino games with additional titles regularly added. Players can opt in and place a fixed $0.10 SideBet on qualifying wagers. Each SideBet provides a chance to win one of four progressive jackpot tiers - Mini, Minor, Major and Mega. The Mega Jackpot currently stands at more than $618,000 and continues to grow as players participate across eligible games.
The feature is integrated directly into the player experience through the BetMGM Jackpots interface, where customers can view participating games, track jackpot values and see recent jackpot winners. Each side bet contributes to a shared progressive jackpot network, with prize pools increasing as players participate across eligible games. As side bet wagers accumulate, jackpot values grow until a win is triggered.
The jackpots begin at:
- Mini: $100
- Minor: $6,000
- Major: $30,000
- Mega: $500,000
Every qualifying wager placed while opted in contributes to the progressive jackpot pools, which are funded through the SideBet feature. Participation in opt-in is optional and has no impact on the outcome of the underlying casino game. Players can enable or disable the feature at any time through the BetMGM Casino homepage, promotion settings, or directly within eligible games. For complete Terms & Conditions and a list of eligible games, visit BetMGM Casino Michigan.
BetMGM’s award-winning online casino is home to over 7,000 titles across North American markets and one of the largest state-by-state exclusive progressive jackpot networks. BetMGM’s jackpot network currently consists of over 25 games including popular titles such as MGM Grand Millions, Bison Fury and 15 Lanterns. Players can earn BetMGM Rewards Points and Tier Credits by playing at BetMGM Casino. BetMGM Rewards points can be redeemed for digital bonuses, MGM Rewards Points and Marriott Bonvoy Points.
As BetMGM continues to expand into new markets and introduces new features, responsible gambling remains a key focus. Additionally, BetMGM is proud to provide resources to help customers play responsibly, including GameSense, an industry-leading program developed and licensed to BetMGM by the British Columbia Lottery Corporation. Through the integration within BetMGM's mobile and desktop platforms, customers can receive the same GameSense experience they have grown to rely on at MGM Resorts properties. GameSense complements BetMGM's existing responsible gambling tools which serve to provide customers with an entertaining and safe digital experience.