Quick answer
Holmes & the Stolen Stones is a Yggdrasil slot (2015) with 96.8% RTP and low volatility. It uses 20 paylines with free spins, mystery symbols and fixed jackpots. An official free demo is available. RTP can vary by casino.
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Key specs
- RTP
- 96.8%
- 0.76 points above the median (96.04%)
- Volatility
- Low1 of 6 on our volatility scale
- Grid
- 5 reels
- Pays
- 20 paylines
- Released
- 9 Sep 2015
Not published by the provider: max win, bet range, jackpot
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Free demo Members
Try Holmes & the Stolen Stones with play money before deciding whether to play for real. Official Yggdrasil demos are free for GambGenius members.
How to play Holmes & the Stolen Stones (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.
Holmes & the Stolen Stones is played on a 5 reels grid with 20 paylines.
- 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 Holmes & the Stolen Stones guide: how winnings work, 3 features and 3 strategy tips
- Your stake plan: a $50 budget → about $0.50 a spin (low volatility)
- What 96.8% RTP costs per $100 wagered: $3.20 on average
- 3 features explained: free spins, mystery symbols, fixed jackpots
- Stake plans for $20 to $250 budgets
- 4 slots with the same style and a higher RTP (up to 98.6%)
- Strategy tips and a session planner for Holmes & the Stolen Stones
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How winnings work (members only)
What 96.8% RTP costs per $100 wagered
What 96.8% RTP means
Expected return = stake × 96.8%
Over $100 of total bets, the long-run average loss is $3.20
RTP is a long-run average across millions of spins. Any single session can finish far above or below it, especially on a low volatility game.
Features explained (members only)
3 features explained: free spins, mystery symbols, fixed jackpots
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.
Mystery symbols
Special symbols that all reveal the same randomly chosen regular symbol, which can complete several wins at once.
Fixed jackpots
Jackpot prizes set at fixed multiples of your stake, such as Mini, Minor, Major and Grand.
Strategy tips (members only)
- Size your stake to the volatility. Low volatility means frequent, smaller wins and a smoother balance. It suits longer sessions and bonus wagering, but big multipliers are rare. A simple rule: bring at least 100 spins' worth of budget, so a $50 budget suggests a stake of about $0.50.
2 more tips and a session planner
- Bonus wagering: at 96.8% RTP, clearing $1,000 of wagering costs about $32.00 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
For low volatility we suggest a budget of at least 100 spins. This is what that means for Holmes & the Stolen Stones.
| Budget | Stake a spin | Bet range | Average cost of 100 spins |
|---|---|---|---|
| $20 | $0.20 | Bet range not published | $0.64 |
| $50 | $0.50 | Bet range not published | $1.60 |
| $100 | $1 | Bet range not published | $3.20 |
| $250 | $2.50 | Bet range not published | $8 |
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 98.6%)
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Frequently asked questions
Who makes Holmes & the Stolen Stones?
Holmes & the Stolen Stones is developed by Yggdrasil and was released in 2015.
What is the RTP of Holmes & the Stolen Stones?
The default RTP of Holmes & the Stolen Stones is 96.8%.
Is Holmes & the Stolen Stones high volatility?
Holmes & the Stolen Stones is rated low volatility. Low volatility means frequent, smaller wins and a smoother balance.
Can I play Holmes & the Stolen Stones for free?
Yes. GambGenius members can play the official Yggdrasil demo of Holmes & the Stolen Stones 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 Holmes & the Stolen Stones have a bonus buy?
No bonus buy is listed for Holmes & the Stolen Stones in the sources we checked.
Where can I play Holmes & the Stolen Stones?
Lunaro carries Yggdrasil games. Check Holmes & the Stolen Stones 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
- yggdrasilgaming.com Provider
Specs are as published by the provider. Casinos can run lower-RTP versions, so always check the game rules before you play.
Game artwork © Yggdrasil, shown to identify the game.
