Fortune of Giza

In the Fortune of Giza base game, the events take place on a 5x3 grid with 20 fixed paylines. Masks, rings, figurines and other Egyptian attributes are constantly flashing on the reels. The most interesting thing begins when the Wild falls out — this is an image of a pyramid with the Wild inscription and a multiplier of x2 or x3. In the base game, Wild can only appear on reels 2, 3 and 4, and if you're lucky, these symbols can boost line wins a lot, especially if multiple multipliers match. Sometimes a Scatter (a solar disk) appears, but the main action still takes place in the bonus feature. There are no random modifiers, the gameplay is simple and straightforward, and the strategy is just to wait for the Free Spins trigger.

The bonus feature — Free Spins — is activated when three or more Scatter Symbols appear. Immediately after the start, you will receive from 9 to 27 free spins, the number of which is determined by the trigger. All Wilds dropped out in the bonus become sticky and remain in their places until the end of the round. Each Wild carries a multiplier of x2 or x3, which can lead to really big wins if you manage to cover the middle of the screen with these symbols. The bonus can be reactivated if you catch the Scatter again, and get more free spins. The whole point here is to make as many sticky Wilds appear on the screen as possible - then the final win can pleasantly surprise.

The symbols are selected classically for the Egyptian slot: the top is a pharaoh and a mask, followed by a scarab, figurines, rings, as well as the standard A, K, Q, J, and 10. Wild looks like a golden pyramid, can replace any symbols except for Scatter and brings a multiplier to the winnings. Scatter is a sunny disc that is only needed to trigger free spins. The most valuable symbol is the pharaoh, it gives the maximum payouts on the line. Most of the small combinations maintain the balance, and all the potential is hidden in the bonus with sticky Wilds and multipliers.

The maximum win is declared at x6,750 of the bet. Theoretically, you can get it if the bonus features a full field of sticky Wilds with maximum multipliers — but in practice, this happens very rarely. Usually, free spins bring from x30 to x200, in rare cases - x500 and higher. In the main game, the maximum payout is extremely unlikely. Fortune of Giza is more suitable for hunting for a sticky bonus than for constant big wins in the database.

The graphics here are nice, not too intrusive, but everything is done with an emphasis on the golden palette and Egyptian motifs. The symbols are drawn clearly, the backgrounds are not distracting, and the music is unobtrusive, with East-Asian-themed notes. The sounds of winnings are not stressful, the animations are simple, but everything works smoothly even on weak devices. The interface is very clear, no unnecessary buttons.

The slot is perfect for those who love the Egyptian theme and have already played The Dog House Megaways, but want to try something fresh. For beginners, it's a great start, everything is as simple as possible. Fans of complex bonuses and unexpected features are likely to get bored quickly, but for a leisurely game with a chance for a really good bonus, it's just right.

Fortune of Giza is a slot with a fairly high volatility, so it is better to approach the session with a margin of balance (at least 200-300x total bets). The RTP is standard - 96.51%, but Pragmatic Play releases versions with reduced values (95.51%, 94.52%), be sure to check this parameter in your casino. I do not advise catching big bets on auto-spins - long lulls are possible here, especially while waiting for a bonus.