ABOUT
Diamonds of Egypt from Pragmatic Play introduces players to Emelia, an adventurer exploring the deepest secrets of Egypt and on a quest to uncover great treasures. Sure, the motif may have been seen a thousand times, but the game makes sure to come with its own unique style!
Betting Options and Bonus Features
Diamonds of Egypt takes on the traditional structure of 3 rows and 5 reels while spicing it up with 88 paylines. The default RTP sits nicely at 96.49% and the volatility level is at ⅘. The slot offers 11 regular symbols divided into low-paying card royals and higher-value symbols like scarabs cups, rings, bracelets, and pharaoh masks. Emelia, the main character, represents the Wild symbol which substitutes for any symbol, including Scatters.
In the base game, there is a Multiplier Wild in the shape of a treasure chest that exclusively lands on reel 3 and possesses a multiplier value of 5x. Whenever it appears, all wins are multiplied by 5. Wild symbols in general also come with a chance of triggering the Jackpot Bonus Game.
Upon activation, the screen showcases an array of pots from which players can choose one at a time. Each selected pot reveals one of the four Jackpots. To win the corresponding prize, players must uncover three of the same Jackpot. The prizes awarded are as follows:
- Mini = 10x the bet
- Minor = 20x the bet
- Major = 100x the bet
- Grand = 1,000x the bet
Of course, no gameplay would be complete without a proper Free Spins feature. By landing 3, 4, or 5 Scatter, players receive rewards of 5, 10, or 50 times the bet, respectively, and trigger 8 free spins. The catch in this round is simple but effective: all low-paying symbols are taken off the reels, so players are left with better chances to land wins with the premium symbols. Additionally, during the Free Spins bonus round, if 3 or more Scatters appear again, another set of 8 free spins is activated with no limitations.
Roshtein’s Take
Diamonds of Egypt slot takes on a very safe approach, evident by the popular Egyptian-inspired theme and the straightforward gameplay, which prevents the game from being extraordinary but ensures that it’s hecking awesome. The well-designed visuals and simple but powerful features effectively create a slot that is all meat, no fat: it pays decently, feels rewarding, and is devoid of unnecessary fluff.
