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The Cursed King is a Backseat Gaming slot (2024) with 96.31% RTP, high volatility and a 12,500x max win. RTP can vary by casino.
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Key specs
- RTP
- 96.31%
- 0.27 points above the median (96.04%)
- Volatility
- High5 of 6 on our volatility scale
- Max win
- 12,500x
- Higher than 81% of slots in our database
- Released
- 13 Feb 2024
Not published by the provider: grid, bet range, jackpot
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- Cashback
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How to play The Cursed King (members only)
This game uses its own win-evaluation system. Check the in-game paytable for exactly how combinations are formed.
- 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.
The full The Cursed King guide: how winnings work and 3 strategy tips
- Your stake plan: a $50 budget → about $0.17 a spin (high volatility)
- What 96.31% RTP costs per $100 wagered: $3.69 on average
- Stake plans for $20 to $250 budgets
- Strategy tips and a session planner for The Cursed King
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How winnings work (members only)
What 96.31% RTP costs per $100 wagered, the 12,500x max win at a $1 stake
The top prize is capped at 12,500x your stake. On a $1 spin that is $12,500; on $0.20 it is $2,500. When the cap is reached the round usually ends immediately.
What 96.31% RTP means
Expected return = stake × 96.31%
Over $100 of total bets, the long-run average loss is $3.69
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)
What the info screen lists
No special features are listed for this game in the sources we checked. Check the in-game info screen for details.
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 96.31% RTP, clearing $1,000 of wagering costs about $36.90 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 high volatility we suggest a budget of at least 300 spins. This is what that means for The Cursed King.
| Budget | Stake a spin | Bet range | Average cost of 300 spins |
|---|---|---|---|
| $20 | $0.07 | Bet range not published | $0.74 |
| $50 | $0.17 | Bet range not published | $1.84 |
| $100 | $0.33 | Bet range not published | $3.69 |
| $250 | $0.83 | Bet range not published | $9.22 |
Averages only: a short session can end far above or below them. Set a loss limit before you play.
Questions
Frequently asked questions
Who makes The Cursed King?
The Cursed King is developed by Backseat Gaming and was released in 2024.
What is the RTP of The Cursed King?
The default RTP of The Cursed King is 96.31%.
Is The Cursed King high volatility?
The Cursed King is rated high volatility. High volatility concentrates the return in rare, large wins.
What is the max win on The Cursed King?
The maximum win on The Cursed King is 12,500x your stake, which is $12,500 on a $1 spin.
Can I play The Cursed King for free?
Not on GambGenius at the moment: we don't list an official Backseat Gaming demo of The Cursed King.
Does The Cursed King have a bonus buy?
No bonus buy is listed for The Cursed King in the sources we checked.
Where this data comes from
- slotslaunch.com Slot database
- slotcatalog.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.
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