Immortal Romance at a Glance
- Developer
- Microgaming (now distributed by Games Global)
- Release date
- December 2011
- Grid
- 5 reels × 3 rows
- How wins are formed
- 243 ways to win
- RTP
- 96.86% (a lower version may be used at some casinos)
- Volatility
- High (some sources list very high)
- Maximum win
- 12,150x the stake
- Main bonus
- Chamber of Spins, with four free spins modes
- Base-game feature
- Wild Desire: up to 5 reels turn wild
- Bonus buy
- Not available in the original game
Figures are based on information published for the game. Always check the information screen of the version you are playing, because the RTP can differ between casinos.
How Immortal Romance Works
Immortal Romance uses a five-by-three grid with 243 ways to win. There are no fixed paylines. Matching symbols pay when they land on adjacent reels, starting from the leftmost reel, in any position.
The game tells a story of love and immortality through four characters: Amber, Troy, Michael and Sarah. Its dark gothic artwork and moody soundtrack were unusually detailed for an online slot when it launched, and helped make it one of the best-remembered games of its era.
Symbols
- Card ranks are the lower-paying symbols.
- A castle and a spell book are mid-paying symbols.
- The four characters, Amber, Troy, Michael and Sarah, are the higher-paying symbols, with Sarah paying the most.
- The Immortal Romance logo is the wild. It substitutes for all symbols except the scatter, and wins that include a wild are doubled. See Wild Symbols Explained.
- The lion door knocker is the scatter. It pays wherever it lands and triggers the Chamber of Spins. See Scatter Symbols Explained.
The game's paytable lists the exact values.
Bonus Features
The Chamber of Spins
Landing three or more scatters triggers the Chamber of Spins, where you choose a free spins mode. Only Amber is available at first. The other modes unlock as you trigger the Chamber more times:
| Mode | Unlocks after | Free spins | Special feature |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amber | Available from the first trigger | 10 | All wins multiplied by 5x |
| Troy | 5 triggers | 15 | Vampire Bats add 2x or 3x multipliers |
| Michael | 10 triggers | 20 | Rolling Reels with a multiplier rising to 5x |
| Sarah | 15 triggers | 25 | Wild Vine turns random symbols into extra wilds |
Each mode plays very differently. Amber gives a steady multiplier, Troy adds random multipliers, Michael uses cascading Rolling Reels with a rising multiplier and Sarah adds extra wilds. See Slot Multipliers Explained and Cascading Reels Explained.
Because the later modes take many triggers to unlock, most short sessions will only offer Amber. Unlocking more modes is a reward for repeated play, so it is important not to keep playing just to reach them.
Wild Desire
Wild Desire is a random feature that can trigger on any base-game spin. It turns between one and five reels fully wild, which can create large wins across the 243 ways. It is rare and cannot be predicted.
RTP and Volatility
The published RTP is 96.86%, although a lower version may be used at some casinos. Check the game's information screen to see the version you are playing. See Pokies RTP Explained.
The game is rated high volatility, and some sources rate it very high. Published statistics put its hit frequency at around 31%. In practice:
- Many spins produce no win
- Most of the game's potential is in the Chamber of Spins and Wild Desire
- Results can vary widely between sessions
See Slot Volatility Explained and RTP vs Actual Slot Results.
Maximum Win
The maximum win is 12,150 times the stake. A win of this size is extremely rare and should never be treated as a realistic goal.
Gameplay, Design and Mobile Play
Immortal Romance stands out for its storytelling, atmospheric design and the sense of progression in the Chamber of Spins. Choosing between modes adds a small element of strategy in terms of style, though it does not change the game's overall return. The game runs on desktop and mobile devices, and a free-play demo is widely available. See Demo Slots Explained.
A sequel, Immortal Romance II, has also been released. It is a separate game with its own rules and figures.
Pros and Cons
Pros
- Four distinct free spins modes with different styles
- Wilds double the wins they help form
- Random Wild Desire feature can turn up to five reels wild
- Strong theme and atmosphere
Cons
- High volatility, with many non-winning spins
- The best modes take many triggers to unlock
- Wild Desire is rare
- Design and pace feel older than modern games
Who Might Like Immortal Romance?
Immortal Romance may appeal to players who enjoy themed games with a story and a choice of bonus styles, and who are comfortable with high volatility. Players looking for quick, frequent features may find it slow. Every spin is random, and the house edge applies throughout.
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Playing Responsibly
Progressive unlocks, like the Chamber of Spins modes, can create a pull to keep playing. Decide on a budget and time limit before you start, and stop when you reach them, whatever modes you have unlocked. 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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