Legend of the Pharaohs Slot Machine

Legend of the Pharaohs is a Barcrest video slot released in 2017. It offers gamblers a 5x3 playing field with 20 fixed paylines. It allows you to bet between $0.20 up to $500 per spin, giving a wide range of players a chance at trying out this title. The game is centred around the free spins feature, as all its bonuses are attached to it. During free spins, you can activate Colossal symbols, Wild reels, and Symbol eliminators. The Big Bet option also has its own special feature called the Pharaohs Bonus.

As the name clearly states, the theme is decidedly Egyptian. The backdrop is set inside a pyramid, with stone walls surrounding the reel and an eerie blue glow filling the room. The reels have a similar background, with golden pillars on either side and a golden roof acting as a barrier separating the reel from the backdrop. The title uses Barcrest's standard user interface, adjusted to fit the theme while retaining full functionality.

Symbols include playing card icons such as 10, J, Q, K and A, as well as unique symbols like scarabs, birds, the Eye of Horus, and ankhs. The blue pyramid featuring the slot's logo is the Scatter, while the Wild is a golden block symbol with the word Wild written on it.

Collecting three or more Scatters rewards ten free spins. You are incentivised to collect more than three — activating the bonus with four or five Scatters triggers two or three free spins bonuses simultaneously.

Gameplay and Features

The first bonus is the Free Spins Wild Reel, which turns one of the reels fully Wild. That reel remains Wild until the end of free spins or until another bonus is awarded while it is active.

The second is a Symbol Eliminator, which purges lower-paying icons from the playing field starting with the lowest-paying one, with up to five symbols eliminated in a single bonus round.

The third, called Wild Symbols, transforms the awarded symbol into a gold-plated Wild that remains active for the duration of the bonus.

Finally, one symbol can be made into a massive 3x3 Colossal icon occupying the second, third and fourth reels. As with other bonuses, it lasts until a new bonus is awarded or the free spins expire.

Additional free spins can be collected by landing Red Pyramid symbols, which only appear during free spins. Collecting one, two or three Red Pyramids awards one, two or three new bonuses plus additional free spins. Once activated, you can choose to keep the existing bonuses and spins or switch to the new ones.

During Big Bet, collecting two golden pyramids can reward the Pharaoh's Bonus — a wheel spin that awards various cash prizes. The feature has three tiers for $30, $40 and $50 Big Bets, and also acts as a consolation prize if you fail to collect three Scatters to activate free spins.

The game's maximum jackpot is 500x the wager. The title is medium volatility, offering a good balance between solid wins and frequent features. The RTP is 96.1% for normal gameplay and 98.1% for Big Bet spins.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Legend of the Pharaohs slots?

Legend of the Pharaohs is a 5x3, Egyptian-themed video slot developed by Barcrest and released in 2017. Set inside a pyramid, the game features 20 fixed paylines, a free spins round with four stackable bonus types including Colossal symbols and Wild reels, and a Big Bet Pharaohs Bonus wheel spin feature.

What is the RTP of Legend of the Pharaohs slots?

Legend of the Pharaohs has an RTP of 96.1% for normal gameplay, rising to 98.1% for Big Bet spins. As a medium volatility slot, the game delivers a solid balance between regular wins and feature frequency, making it a good choice for players who want both consistency and the potential for large free spins payouts.

Can I play Legend of the Pharaohs for real money?

Yes, Legend of the Pharaohs is available as a real money slots game at online casinos carrying Barcrest titles. Bets range from $0.20 to $500 per spin, and the Big Bet option is worth considering for real money players as it raises the RTP to 98.1% and unlocks the Pharaohs Bonus wheel feature.

What are the four free spins bonuses in Legend of the Pharaohs?

During free spins in Legend of the Pharaohs, players can activate four different bonuses. The Wild Reel turns a full reel permanently Wild. The Symbol Eliminator removes up to five low-paying symbols from the playing field. Wild Symbols transform a chosen icon into a gold-plated Wild for the entire bonus. The Colossal Symbol creates a 3x3 mega icon spanning reels 2, 3 and 4. Triggering with four or five Scatters activates two or three of these bonuses simultaneously.

How do Red Pyramid symbols work in Legend of the Pharaohs?

Red Pyramid symbols only appear during the free spins feature in Legend of the Pharaohs. Collecting one, two or three Red Pyramids during free spins awards one, two or three new bonuses along with additional free spins. Players then have the choice of keeping their existing active bonuses and spins or switching to the newly awarded set.

What is the Pharaohs Bonus in Legend of the Pharaohs Big Bet?

The Pharaohs Bonus is a Big Bet exclusive feature triggered by collecting two golden pyramid symbols during Big Bet spins. It activates a wheel spin that awards various cash prizes and is available across the $30, $40 and $50 Big Bet tiers. It also serves as a consolation prize for players who do not manage to trigger the free spins feature during their Big Bet session.