Last updated: March 2026
Book of Dead Slot Review
4.6
Play'n GO • RTP 96.21% • High Volatility
Game Overview
Book of Dead is Play'n GO's flagship slot and a spiritual successor to the legendary Book of Ra. Follow adventurer Rich Wilde into ancient Egyptian tombs on a 5×3 grid with 10 paylines. The Book symbol acts as both Wild and Scatter, triggering 10 free spins where a randomly chosen symbol expands to fill entire reels for massive wins.
Key Features
- Book Symbol: Acts as both Wild and Scatter
- Free Spins: 10 free spins with expanding special symbol
- Gamble Feature: Double or quadruple wins with card gamble
- Expanding Symbols: Chosen symbol covers entire reels during free spins
- Max Win: Up to 5,000x your stake
Pros
- Classic 'Book of' gameplay mechanics
- Expanding symbols create screen-filling wins
- High volatility suits big-win chasers
- Excellent mobile optimization
- Gamble feature for risk-takers
Cons
- Only 10 paylines limits base game wins
- Graphics feel slightly dated vs newer slots
- Free spins can be underwhelming without right symbol
- No buy feature available
Frequently Asked Questions
Written by
Sarah Mitchell
Slot Review Specialist
Sarah considers Book of Dead one of the all-time classic slots.