Cleopatra's Riches Review

Cleopatra's Riches at a Glance

Developer

Credited to Blueprint Gaming or Leander Games, depending on the source

Release date

2016

Grid

5 reels × 3 rows

How wins are formed

20 paylines (players can choose fewer)

RTP

95.75%

Volatility

Medium

Wild feature

Cleopatra wild with a random 2x to 10x multiplier

Free spins

3 or more Eye of Horus scatters

Free spins multiplier

Revealed at the end of the round

Bet range

Typically 0.20 to 100 per spin (0.01 to 5 per line)

Figures are based on information published for the game, and some details vary between sources. Always check the game's paytable and information screen before playing.

Who Makes Cleopatra's Riches?

Published sources credit Cleopatra's Riches to two different companies: some list Blueprint Gaming, while others list Leander Games. This can happen when a game is developed by one studio and distributed by another, or when a game changes hands. The game's own information screen at the casino where it is offered should confirm the supplier. You can read about Blueprint Gaming's wider catalogue in our Blueprint Gaming review.

How Cleopatra's Riches Works

The game uses a five-by-three grid with 20 paylines. Players can choose to play fewer than 20 lines, but any win on an inactive line does not pay. Wins are formed by matching symbols along an active line, starting from the leftmost reel.

The theme is classic Ancient Egypt, with golden hieroglyphs, pyramids and Cleopatra herself. It sits in the same broad tradition as many Egyptian-themed pokies found in Australian venues and online.

Symbols

• Card ranks from 9 to A are the lower-paying symbols.
• Egyptian symbols, such as a scarab, a pyramid, a mummy, a cross and a bird, are the mid and higher-paying symbols.
• Cleopatra is the wild and the top-paying symbol. She substitutes for all symbols except the scatter.
• The Eye of Horus is the scatter. It pays a prize and triggers free spins.

See Slot Symbols Explained and the game's paytable for the exact values.

Bonus Features

Wild Multipliers

Whenever a Cleopatra wild substitutes to complete a win, a random multiplier of between 2x and 10x is applied to that win. This is the game's main base-game feature and can turn an ordinary line win into a much larger one. Five Cleopatra wilds on a payline award the game's top line prize, published as 10,000x. Check the paytable to see whether that figure refers to the line bet or the total bet. See Wild Symbols Explained.

Free Spins With Treasure Picks

Landing three or more Eye of Horus scatters anywhere on the reels triggers the free spins feature:

1. Free spins are revealed. A treasure from Cleopatra's treasure room is picked to reveal how many free spins you receive.

2. The free spins are played. Wins are added to a running total. The feature can be retriggered.

3. The multiplier is revealed. At the end of the round, another treasure is picked to reveal a multiplier that is applied to the total free spins win.

Although it looks like a choice, the outcome of each pick is random, so no selection is better than another. See Free Spins Explained and Slot Bonus Features Explained.

RTP and Volatility

The published RTP is 95.75%, which is slightly lower than many modern online slots. That means a house edge of 4.25% over the long term. Check the game's information screen to confirm the figure for the version you are playing. See Pokies RTP Explained.

The game is rated medium volatility. Wild multipliers can produce occasional larger base-game wins, while the free spins multiplier adds potential to the bonus round. Results still vary widely, and the house edge applies to every spin. See Slot Volatility Explained.

Maximum Win

Published sources do not agree on a single maximum win figure. The highest line prize is the 10,000x award for five Cleopatra wilds, and wild and free spins multipliers can increase wins further. Large wins are rare and should never be expected.

Gameplay, Design and Mobile Play

Cleopatra's Riches has a traditional look and simple rules, making it easy to pick up. The treasure-pick moments add some variety to the free spins round. The game is playable on desktop and mobile devices. Availability of a free-play demo varies between sites. See Demo Slots Explained.

Pros and Cons

Who Might Like Cleopatra's Riches?

Cleopatra's Riches may appeal to players who like classic Egyptian-themed pokies with simple rules and a medium-volatility style. Players looking for modern mechanics or very large maximum wins may prefer newer games. Every spin is random, and the house edge applies throughout.

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Playing Responsibly

If you choose to play, set a budget and time limit before you start, and stop when you reach them. Our guides on setting gambling limits and recognising gambling harm explain practical steps, and Gambling Help Online offers free, confidential support 24/7 on 1800 858 858.

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