Quick answer
Erik the Red is a Relax Gaming slot (2018) with 96.95% RTP, low–medium volatility and a 959x max win. It uses 20 paylines with wild symbols and sticky wilds. An official free demo is available. RTP can vary by casino.
Key specs
- RTP
- 96.95%
- Volatility
- Low–medium
- Max win
- 959x
- Grid
- 5×4
- Pays
- 20 paylines
- Released
- 2 October 2018
- Bet range
- $0.10–$100
- Jackpot
- None
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18+. New customers. Min dep $20. 30x bonus wagering. Max bet $5. 30 days. 200 spins on Book of Dead at $0.20. Credited in daily batches of 20 over 10 days. Full T&Cs apply.
Key terms
18+. New customers only. Min deposit $20. 30x bonus wagering requirement. Max bet $5 while wagering. Free spins on Book of Dead at $0.20 per spin. Spins credited in daily batches of 20 over 10 days. Offer valid 30 days. Full T&Cs apply. Please gamble responsibly.
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Try Erik the Red with play money before deciding whether to play for real. Official Relax Gaming demos are free for GambGenius members.
How to play Erik the Red (members only)
Wins are paid when matching symbols land on an active payline, usually left to right starting from the leftmost reel. Your total stake is spread across the lines, and each line win is the line bet multiplied by the symbol's paytable value.
Erik the Red is played on a 5×4 grid with 20 paylines.
- Set your stake. Choose your total bet per spin between $0.10 and $100. 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.
The full Erik the Red guide: how winnings work, 2 features and 3 strategy tips
- Your stake plan: a $50 budget → about $0.33 a spin (low–medium volatility)
- What 96.95% RTP costs per $100 wagered: $3.05 on average
- 2 features explained: wild symbols, sticky wilds
- Stake plans for $20 to $250 budgets, checked against the $0.10 minimum bet
- 4 slots with the same style and a higher RTP (up to 98%)
- Strategy tips and a session planner for Erik the Red
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How winnings work (members only)
What 96.95% RTP costs per $100 wagered, the 959x max win at a $1 stake
The top prize is capped at 959x your stake. On a $1 spin that is $959; on $0.20 it is $191.80. When the cap is reached the round usually ends immediately.
What 96.95% RTP means
Expected return = stake × 96.95%
Over $100 of total bets, the long-run average loss is $3.05
RTP is a long-run average across millions of spins. Any single session can finish far above or below it, especially on a low–medium volatility game.
Features explained (members only)
2 features explained: wild symbols, sticky wilds
Wild symbols
Wilds substitute for regular paying symbols to help complete winning combinations. They do not normally replace scatter or bonus symbols.
Sticky wilds
Sticky wilds stay locked in place for several spins or for the rest of a feature, giving every following spin a better chance of connecting wins.
Strategy tips (members only)
- Size your stake to the volatility. Low-to-medium volatility gives fairly regular hits with occasional bigger features. It is a balanced choice for steady play and bonus wagering. A simple rule: bring at least 150 spins' worth of budget, so a $50 budget suggests a stake of about $0.33.
2 more tips and a session planner
- Bonus wagering: at 96.95% RTP, clearing $1,000 of wagering costs about $30.50 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 $0.10 minimum bet
For low–medium volatility we suggest a budget of at least 150 spins. This is what that means for Erik the Red (bets from $0.10 up to a maximum bet of $100).
| Budget | Stake a spin | Bet range | Average cost of 150 spins |
|---|---|---|---|
| $20 | $0.13 | Fits | $0.61 |
| $50 | $0.33 | Fits | $1.52 |
| $100 | $0.67 | Fits | $3.05 |
| $250 | $1.67 | Fits | $7.62 |
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)
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Frequently asked questions
Who makes Erik the Red?
Erik the Red is developed by Relax Gaming and was released in 2018.
What is the RTP of Erik the Red?
The default RTP of Erik the Red is 96.95%.
Is Erik the Red high volatility?
Erik the Red is rated low–medium volatility. Low-to-medium volatility gives fairly regular hits with occasional bigger features.
What is the max win on Erik the Red?
The maximum win on Erik the Red is 959x your stake, which is $959 on a $1 spin.
Can I play Erik the Red for free?
Yes. GambGenius members can play the official Relax Gaming demo of Erik the Red free on this page. It uses play money only, so demo wins can't be withdrawn, and it is for players aged 18 and over.
Does Erik the Red have a bonus buy?
No bonus buy is listed for Erik the Red in the sources we checked.
Where can I play Erik the Red?
Aurivo Casino carries Relax Gaming games. Check Erik the Red 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
- relax-gaming.com Provider
- slotcatalog.com Slot database
Specs come from the provider's own site and 1 independent slot database. Casinos can run lower-RTP versions, so always check the game rules before you play.
Game artwork © Relax Gaming, shown to identify the game.
