Quick answer
Epic Ape is a Playtech slot with 95.96% RTP and high volatility. It uses 4,096 ways with free spins. RTP can vary by casino.
Key specs
- RTP
- 95.96%
- Volatility
- High
- Grid
- 6×4
- Pays
- 4,096 ways
- Bet range
- $0.40–$80
- Jackpot
- None
Not published by the provider: max win
Casinos with Playtech games
- Kronos Royale200% up to $2,000 + 10% weekly cashback40x bonusCarries PlaytechPlay at Kronos Royale (opens in new tab)
18+. New customers. Min dep $50. 40x bonus wagering. Max bet $10. 60 days. Full T&Cs apply.
Key terms
18+. New customers only. Min deposit $50. 40x bonus wagering requirement. Max bet $10 while wagering. Cashback: 10% of net casino losses each week (Monday to Sunday), paid as cash with no wagering every Monday, up to $500 a week. Offer valid 60 days. Full T&Cs apply. Please gamble responsibly.
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How to play Epic Ape (members only)
Instead of fixed lines, matching symbols on adjacent reels pay in any position, starting from the leftmost reel. The more matching symbols there are on each reel, the more ways the combination pays.
Epic Ape is played on a 6×4 grid with 4,096 ways.
- Set your stake. Choose your total bet per spin between $0.40 and $80. Wins are paid as multiples of this stake.
- Check the paytable. Open the game's info screen to see what each symbol pays and the exact rules for this version.
- Spin. Each spin's result is decided by a certified random number generator, independent of previous spins.
- Trigger the bonus. Land the required scatter symbols to start the free spins feature.
The full Epic Ape guide: how winnings work, 1 feature and 3 strategy tips
- Your stake plan: a $50 budget → about $0.17 a spin (high volatility)
- What 95.96% RTP costs per $100 wagered: $4.04 on average
- 1 feature explained: free spins
- Stake plans for $20 to $250 budgets, checked against the $0.40 minimum bet
- 4 slots with the same style and a higher RTP (up to 98.12%)
- Strategy tips and a session planner for Epic Ape
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How winnings work (members only)
What 95.96% RTP costs per $100 wagered
What 95.96% RTP means
Expected return = stake × 95.96%
Over $100 of total bets, the long-run average loss is $4.04
RTP is a long-run average across millions of spins. Any single session can finish far above or below it, especially on a high volatility game.
Features explained (members only)
1 feature explained: free spins
Free spins
A bonus round of spins played at no cost to your balance, usually triggered by landing three or more scatter symbols. Wins during the round are added to your balance, and many games let you retrigger extra spins.
Strategy tips (members only)
- Size your stake to the volatility. High volatility concentrates the return in rare, large wins. Long losing runs are normal. Keep stakes small (around 1% of your session budget or less) so you can ride out the swings. A simple rule: bring at least 300 spins' worth of budget, so a $50 budget suggests a stake of about $0.17.
2 more tips and a session planner
- Bonus wagering: at 95.96% RTP, clearing $1,000 of wagering costs about $40.40 on average. Check the bonus terms, as some casinos exclude specific games. Run your numbers in the wagering calculator.
- Set limits before you spin. Decide your loss limit and session time in advance and stop when you reach either. No pattern or betting system changes the outcome of a spin.
More on this in slot RTP and volatility explained and bankroll management.
Does it fit your budget? (members only)
Stake plans for $20 to $250 budgets, checked against the $0.40 minimum bet
For high volatility we suggest a budget of at least 300 spins. This is what that means for Epic Ape (bets from $0.40 up to a maximum bet of $80).
| Budget | Stake a spin | Bet range | Average cost of 300 spins |
|---|---|---|---|
| $20 | $0.07 | Below the $0.40 minimum bet | $0.81 |
| $50 | $0.17 | Below the $0.40 minimum bet | $2.02 |
| $100 | $0.33 | Below the $0.40 minimum bet | $4.04 |
| $250 | $0.83 | Fits | $10.10 |
Averages only: a short session can end far above or below them. Set a loss limit before you play.
Same style, better RTP (members only)
4 slots with the same style and a higher RTP (up to 98.12%)
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Frequently asked questions
Who makes Epic Ape?
Epic Ape is developed by Playtech.
What is the RTP of Epic Ape?
The default RTP of Epic Ape is 95.96%.
Is Epic Ape high volatility?
Epic Ape is rated high volatility. High volatility concentrates the return in rare, large wins.
Can I play Epic Ape for free?
Not on GambGenius at the moment: we don't list an official Playtech demo of Epic Ape.
Does Epic Ape have a bonus buy?
No bonus buy is listed for Epic Ape in the sources we checked.
Where can I play Epic Ape?
Kronos Royale carries Playtech games. Check Epic Ape is in the lobby in your country before you sign up. 18+ · New customers · T&Cs apply. Availability varies by country.
Where this data comes from
- vegasslotsonline.com Slot database
- slotslaunch.com Slot database
Specs come from 2 independent slot databases. Casinos can run lower-RTP versions, so always check the game rules before you play.
Game artwork © Playtech, shown to identify the game.
