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Book of Dead Slot Review: RTP, Max Win and Expanding Symbol

Book of Dead is one of the most famous slots ever made. It follows Rich Wilde through Egyptian tombs, and its free spins hinge on one randomly chosen expanding symbol.

Key facts

Provider: Play'n GO. Released: 2016. Grid: 5 reels, 3 rows, 10 paylines. Top RTP: 96.21% (Play'n GO also offers lower versions). Volatility: high. Max win: 5,000x your bet. Casinos can run lower RTP versions of the same game, so always check the RTP in the game's info screen.

What does an hour on this slot cost on average?

Total bet: €500.00
Average cost at 96% RTP€20.00
If the casino runs the 94% version€30.00
If the casino runs the 92% version€40.00
Volatility
high

The average cost is total bets × (100% − RTP). Real sessions swing far above or below it, and more so the higher the volatility. 500 spins is roughly an hour of play.

How it works

The Book symbol is both wild and scatter: it substitutes for other symbols and triggers the bonus. Wins pay on up to 10 lines from left to right.

Bonus features

Three or more Books trigger 10 free spins. Before they start, one symbol is chosen at random to become an expanding symbol: whenever it lands, it can fill entire reels and pay on all lines, even when not adjacent. Rich Wilde as the expanding symbol gives the biggest wins.

Our tips before you play

Book of Dead is one of the slots most often offered in lower-RTP versions, so check the info screen. It's also popular for free spins bonuses, where its winnings are often subject to wagering.

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FAQ

What is the RTP of Book of Dead?

Up to 96.21%, but casinos can choose lower versions. Check the game's info screen.

What is the best expanding symbol in Book of Dead?

The Rich Wilde symbol, which pays the most when it fills the reels.

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Strategy and maths reduce the house edge, but never remove it. 18+, play responsibly.