Quick answer
The Rift is a Thunderkick slot (2016) with 96.3% RTP, low volatility and a 815x max win. It uses 17 paylines with wild symbols, sticky wilds and free spins. An official free demo is available. RTP can vary by casino.
Key specs
- RTP
- 96.3%
- Volatility
- Low
- Max win
- 815x
- Grid
- 5×3
- Pays
- 17 paylines
- Released
- 4 May 2016
- Jackpot
- None
Not published by the provider: bet range
Casinos with Thunderkick games
- Opalis125% up to $750 + 125 Free Spins35x bonusCarries ThunderkickPlay at Opalis (opens in new tab)
18+. New customers. Min dep $20. 35x bonus wagering. Max bet $5. 21 days. 125 spins on Sweet Bonanza at $0.20. Full T&Cs apply.
Key terms
18+. New customers only. Min deposit $20. 35x bonus wagering requirement. Max bet $5 while wagering. Free spins on Sweet Bonanza at $0.20 per spin. Offer valid 21 days. Full T&Cs apply. Please gamble responsibly.
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Try The Rift with play money before deciding whether to play for real. Official Thunderkick demos are free for GambGenius members.
How to play The Rift (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.
The Rift is played on a 5×3 grid with 17 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 The Rift guide: how winnings work, 3 features and 3 strategy tips
- Your stake plan: a $50 budget → about $0.50 a spin (low volatility)
- What 96.3% RTP costs per $100 wagered: $3.70 on average
- 3 features explained: wild symbols, sticky wilds, free spins
- 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 The Rift
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How winnings work (members only)
What 96.3% RTP costs per $100 wagered, the 815x max win at a $1 stake
The top prize is capped at 815x your stake. On a $1 spin that is $815; on $0.20 it is $163. When the cap is reached the round usually ends immediately.
What 96.3% RTP means
Expected return = stake × 96.3%
Over $100 of total bets, the long-run average loss is $3.70
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: wild symbols, sticky wilds, free spins
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.
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. 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 96.3% RTP, clearing $1,000 of wagering costs about $37.00 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 The Rift.
| Budget | Stake a spin | Bet range | Average cost of 100 spins |
|---|---|---|---|
| $20 | $0.20 | Bet range not published | $0.74 |
| $50 | $0.50 | Bet range not published | $1.85 |
| $100 | $1 | Bet range not published | $3.70 |
| $250 | $2.50 | Bet range not published | $9.25 |
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 The Rift?
The Rift is developed by Thunderkick and was released in 2016.
What is the RTP of The Rift?
The default RTP of The Rift is 96.3%.
Is The Rift high volatility?
The Rift is rated low volatility. Low volatility means frequent, smaller wins and a smoother balance.
What is the max win on The Rift?
The maximum win on The Rift is 815x your stake, which is $815 on a $1 spin.
Can I play The Rift for free?
Yes. GambGenius members can play the official Thunderkick demo of The Rift 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 The Rift have a bonus buy?
No bonus buy is listed for The Rift in the sources we checked.
Where can I play The Rift?
Opalis carries Thunderkick games. Check The Rift 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
- thunderkick.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 © Thunderkick, shown to identify the game.
