Cleopatra Grand Slot (IGT)

This 100 Spin test was updated by Steve Madgwick on 26/5/2023 

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Test Comments

In terms of entertainment, this was a pretty poor test - in not hitting a feature and no random features or free spins being struck, there is virtually; no correct that; there is nothing to differentiate this from other Cleopatra titles.

The test took close to 8 minutes to complete, and for players who like to see wins on the board, this one delivered with one of the highest win ratios I have seen from a 100-spin test, delivering some 42 spins that provided a return of some description.

Now, plainly with a session RTP of just 53% against the games 96% RTP, things were below par, and if we divide the £53.60 return from £100 outlay against those 42 winning spins, we find an average winning spin of just £1.26, despite 10x and 7.2x wins from the base game.

I still prefer Cleopatra Gold as the best game in this series, but will continue to play this one to see if the bonus rounds are OK.

EDIT UPDATE: I continued spinning to see which bonus I might get and how long it would take - A further net loss of £39, I found the ten free spins bonus land, paying £26.90

Overall, the bonus round was not exciting, and again, my preference in this series would be for Cleopatra Gold

Many of us are intrigued by Egypt’s fascinating history so it makes for a compelling game setting. The imagery used in the game is instantly recognisable and includes pharaohs, scarab beetles and of course, the beautiful Cleopatra herself. The reels are set against a backdrop of a dazzling-gold temple on the banks of the River Nile.

In addition to the Free Spins Bonus already mentioned, there are two other great bonus features which are huge highlights of the game. These are called a Multiplier Bonus and a Lock and Respin Bonus which I’ll discuss further in the review.

Right then, are you ready? Here we go with our in-depth review of the Cleopatra Grand slot game. 

Graphics, Music, and Sound Effects

The graphics of the game are superb and tie in well with the ancient Egyptian theme. The image of a temple in the background is detailed and sharp with an intricate Egyptian symbol on the pillars. Located behind the temple are a desert and a beautiful sunrise which gives a warm, golden hue. Golden colours are used across the game which gives a feel of luxury which adds to the overall experience. 

The designers haven't forgotten high-quality reel imagery too. The bewitching Cleopatra represents the Wild symbol and the golden pharaoh is the Bonus symbol. Other great Egyptian imagery such as the scarab beetle and the Eye of Horus are used as well. The usual Ace, King, Queen and Jack all represent lower-value symbols.

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Right then, next, we’re going to review the game's theme.

Theme – Ancient Egypt

There’s so much material when it comes to ancient Egypt. This game has a collection of recognisable characters. The enchanting Queen Cleopatra is the star of the show or in this case, the jewel of the Nile and she represents the Wild symbol. There’s also the golden pharao which serves as the Bonus symbol.

The paytable is clear and shows all the symbols and all their corresponding values including a scarab beetle, the Eye of Horus plus an Ace, King, and Queen.

Reels

This is a 5-reel slot game and has 3 rows per reel. 

Paylines
There are 25 paylines that are non-adjustable in the base game; however, when triggering the Free Spins Bonus 50 pay lines appear.

RTP

RTP or ‘Return to Player’ is a figure used in slot games to calculate what percentage of bets are returned to the player. The percentage is usually between 94% and 96%. The Cleopatra Grand game has a range of figures available finishing with 96.10% at the top of the range.

The Return to Player rate varies across different sites so you can shop around. However, there’s more to consider than just RTP when deciding where to play.  Factors such as payment options, game library, customer support and welcome bonuses and deals are key as well.

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Stake Range

The betting range starts at £0.20 and finishes at £5.00 for the Cleopatra Grand slot.

Max Win

There is a potential 10,000 x stake max win if the largest progressive jackpot is won. During the Lock and Respin Bonus round if you collect 40 pharaoh symbols the Grand jackpot prize is awarded.

Wild Symbol

As mentioned earlier, the stunning Cleopatra represents the Wild symbol and she substitutes for all symbols except the golden pharaoh. She is also the slot’s highest-paying icon.

Free Spins

The golden pharaoh image represents the Bonus symbol. As mentioned previously the Free Spins Bonus means that the paylines increase up to 50 which adds an impressive element to the game. The number of free spins awarded is linked to the number of Pharaoh Scatter Symbols appearing in the spin that triggered the bonus.

Jackpot

A progressive jackpot feature is an exciting part of the game. There are 6 different jackpots up for grabs which is an impressive amount. These are named the Grand, Super, Major, Maxi, Minor, or Mini jackpots and you can see them all at the top of the base game.

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Play Experience & First Impressions

The base game is pretty standard but the additional features are the captivating part of this slot game. The Free Spins Bonus has already been covered earlier in the review but I also highly-rate the other two bonuses that are up for grabs.

The  Multiplier Bonus means that you can win up to 100x your bet. To win 100x you need to trigger 5 pharaoh symbols.

The Lock and Repsin Bonus gives you a chance to win the Grand Jackpot prize plus the other progressive jackpots. Triggering the Lock and Respin Bonus awards an initial 3 respins.

I find the subject of ancient Egypt intriguing so seeing all of the imagery created to such a high specification was enjoyable. I’d say that the music doesn't stand out like it does on certain games but it doesn't detract from experience. 

The extra features make the fixed 25-pay line on a 3 x 5 base game much more interesting. The Free Spins Bonus triggering 50 paylines works fantastically.

Personally, I enjoy a decent progressive jackpot so having six progressive jackpots available made the game lively for me.

If you're a fan of IGT’s original Cleopatra game I’d say that you’d enjoy this as it’s an improvement on the very-popular original.

I would 100% recommend giving this follow-up slot a spin. However, my choice would be the Cleopatra 2 slot which offers an increasing multiplier in the free spins which can result in 50,000 x bet max wins. 

This Cleopatra Grand slot review was written by the OLBG Slots Content Team, beginning with Andrej Trajkovski, who has worked in the online gambling industry since 2013, playing and reviewing online slots and casinos daily for the past four years. 

Contributing to the review was Jake Ashton, a slots fan who is also part of the casino and sports betting team here at OLBG and Jenny Mason with Online Casino, Bingo and Slots Experience from over 15 years in the industry. 

The review is Fact Checked by William Westerlund, an online casino expert reviewing casinos and slots for over five years, and published by Steve Madgwick, our Editor-In-Chief with over 18 years of experience creating and managing high-quality sports betting and Casino content for OLBG & multiple other publications and a self-confessed online slots fans who has played at 100's of the best slot sites online and completes the Spin tests.

100 Spin Test Criteria

The 100 Spins test is undertaken on a demo slot, staking 100 spins at £1 per spin

Session RTP - Return to the player after 100 spins - Eg, A return of £45 from 100 spins is 45%, or a return of £107 is 107%

Win Frequency - A winning spins to spins frequency, higher frequency regardless of prize, is often more entertaining.

• 0-10 Very Low
• 11-15 Low
• 16-30 Medium
• 21-35 High
• 36+ Very High

Biggest Base Game Win  - Highest single base game spin winning value

Spins to Bonus - How many spins were completed before the main bonus round was achieved

Bonus Paid - Value of bonus once complete

Time Taken  - How long did the 100 spins take to complete?