Our Verdict — Rise of Dead
Rise of Dead adds an undead twist to the Book formula with Undead Wilds that appear alongside the expanding symbol during free spins, creating additional win multiplications. At 96.50% RTP and with Buy Bonus available, it is a strong alternative to Book of Dead for players who have exhausted the original's appeal. The horror aesthetic differentiates it clearly from the Play'n GO Egyptian canon.
Rise of Dead — Full Statistics
| RTP | 96.5% |
| Volatility | High |
| Max Win | x5,000 (£5,000 at £1 stake) |
| Provider | Play'n GO |
| Mechanic | Free Spins / Expanding Symbols |
| Theme | Egyptian / Horror |
| Min Bet | £0.1 |
| Max Bet | £100 |
| Paylines / Ways | 10 |
| Release Year | 2019 |
| Buy Bonus | Yes — 100x stake |
| Free Spins | ✓ |
| Jackpot | ✗ |
| Demo Mode | ✓ |
Bonus Round — How It Works
10 free spins with expanding symbol plus undead wilds. Buy Bonus at 100x stake.
Bonus Features
- Free Spins
- Expanding Symbol
- Buy Bonus
- Undead Wilds
RTP Analysis — Is Rise of Dead Worth Playing?
Rise of Dead RTP: 96.5%
Industry average: ~96% | UKGC minimum: 70% | Our recommendation: 96%+
At 96.5% RTP, the expected cost per £100 wagered on Rise of Dead is £3.50. This is above the 96% benchmark we use as our recommended minimum, making it a mathematically sound choice for UK players.
Compare: at 96% avg RTP = £20 expected loss on £500 wagered. Rise of Dead at 96.5% = £17.50.
Where to Play Rise of Dead in the UK
Rise of Dead is available at 5 UKGC-licensed sites in our comparison. All sites listed comply with the January 2026 10x wagering cap.
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Frequently Asked Questions — Rise of Dead
Rise of Dead has a verified RTP of 96.5%. This is above the 96% industry benchmark and represents good mathematical value for UK players. The house edge is 3.5%, meaning for every £100 wagered you expect to receive £96.50 back on average across many sessions.
The maximum win on Rise of Dead is x5,000 times your stake. This is a moderate max win. If maximum win potential is your priority, see our high max win slots guide. At a £1 stake, the maximum cash win would be £5,000.
Rise of Dead is High volatility. High volatility means wins are infrequent but can be large when they arrive. A bankroll of 200-300x your standard stake is recommended for high volatility play.
Rise of Dead is available in demo mode (free play) at most UKGC-licensed sites. Demo mode uses virtual credits that cannot be withdrawn — it is purely for learning the mechanic and bonus features before playing for real money. We recommend using demo mode on high volatility slots to understand the bonus trigger frequency before committing real funds.
Rise of Dead is available at 5 of the UKGC-licensed sites we review. See the "Where to Play" section above for the full list with bonus offers and expected values. All sites are UKGC licensed and comply with the January 2026 10x wagering cap.
The Buy Bonus on Rise of Dead costs 100x your stake. Mathematically, Buy Bonus gives the same RTP as triggering the bonus organically — you are paying for immediacy, not better odds. At a £0.20 stake the Buy Bonus costs £20.00. Important: Buy Bonus is typically disabled or restricted when you have an active welcome bonus. Check T&Cs before purchasing.