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Gates of Hades is a Pragmatic Play slot (2025) with 96.52% RTP, high volatility and a 10,000x max win. It uses scatter pays with free spins, multipliers and wild symbols. An official free demo is available. RTP can vary by casino.
Key specs
- RTP
- 96.52%
- Volatility
- High
- Hit frequency
- 29.01% (about 1 in 3.4 spins)
- Max win
- 10,000x
- Pays
- Scatter pays
- Released
- 22 May 2025
Not published by the provider: grid, bet range, jackpot
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Key terms
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Key terms
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Key terms
18+. New customers only. Min deposit $10. 25x bonus wagering requirement. Max bet $5 while wagering. Free spins on Gates of Olympus at $0.20 per spin. Offer valid 30 days. Full T&Cs apply. Please gamble responsibly.
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Try Gates of Hades with play money before deciding whether to play for real. Official Pragmatic Play demos are free for GambGenius members.
How to play Gates of Hades (members only)
Symbols pay anywhere on the grid: you need a minimum number of the same symbol in view (for example eight or more), regardless of position. The more matching symbols, the higher the payout tier.
Gates of Hades pays with scatter pays.
- Set your stake. Choose your total bet per spin. 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 Gates of Hades guide: how winnings work, 4 features and 3 strategy tips
- Your stake plan: a $50 budget → about $0.17 a spin (high volatility)
- What 96.52% RTP costs per $100 wagered: $3.48 on average
- 4 features explained: free spins, multipliers, wild symbols, tumbling reels
- Stake plans for $20 to $250 budgets, checked against the $0.20 minimum bet
- 4 slots with the same style and a higher RTP (up to 98%)
- Strategy tips and a session planner for Gates of Hades
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How winnings work (members only)
What 96.52% RTP costs per $100 wagered, the 10,000x max win at a $1 stake
The top prize is capped at 10,000x your stake. On a $1 spin that is $10,000; on $0.20 it is $2,000. When the cap is reached the round usually ends immediately.
Because wins don't depend on lines, every symbol in view can count towards a pay. The paytable lists how many matching symbols each tier needs.
Multipliers are applied to wins as they land; in many games several multipliers add together or multiply each other, which is where the largest wins come from.
Because winning symbols tumble away and are replaced, one paid spin can produce a chain of wins. All of them count towards that spin's total.
What 96.52% RTP means
Expected return = stake × 96.52%
Over $100 of total bets, the long-run average loss is $3.48
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.
The published hit frequency is 29.01%, meaning roughly one spin in 3.4 returns something — though many of those wins are smaller than the stake.
Features explained (members only)
4 features explained: free spins, multipliers, wild symbols, tumbling reels
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.
Multipliers
Multipliers increase a win by a set factor, such as 2x or 10x. They can be attached to symbols, applied to a whole spin, or grow during a feature, and are a main driver of the biggest wins.
Wild symbols
Wilds substitute for regular paying symbols to help complete winning combinations. They do not normally replace scatter or bonus symbols.
Tumbling reels
After a win, the winning symbols are removed and new ones fall into their place. This can create several consecutive wins from a single paid spin. Also called cascades or avalanches.
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 96.52% RTP, clearing $1,000 of wagering costs about $34.80 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 $0.20 minimum bet
For high volatility we suggest a budget of at least 300 spins. This is what that means for Gates of Hades.
| Budget | Stake a spin | Bet range | Average cost of 300 spins |
|---|---|---|---|
| $20 | $0.07 | Below the $0.20 minimum bet | $0.70 |
| $50 | $0.17 | Below the $0.20 minimum bet | $1.74 |
| $100 | $0.33 | Fits | $3.48 |
| $250 | $0.83 | Fits | $8.70 |
Averages only: a short session can end far above or below them. Set a loss limit before you play.
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Frequently asked questions
Who makes Gates of Hades?
Gates of Hades is developed by Pragmatic Play and was released in 2025.
What is the RTP of Gates of Hades?
The default RTP of Gates of Hades is 96.52%.
Is Gates of Hades high volatility?
Gates of Hades is rated high volatility. High volatility concentrates the return in rare, large wins.
What is the max win on Gates of Hades?
The maximum win on Gates of Hades is 10,000x your stake, which is $10,000 on a $1 spin.
Can I play Gates of Hades for free?
Yes. GambGenius members can play the official Pragmatic Play demo of Gates of Hades 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 Gates of Hades have a bonus buy?
No bonus buy is listed for Gates of Hades in the sources we checked.
Where can I play Gates of Hades?
Aurivo Casino, Velmora and Lunaro carry Pragmatic Play games. Check Gates of Hades 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
- pragmaticplay.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 © Pragmatic Play, shown to identify the game.
