Undefeated Xerxes

Despite its dubious title, "Undefeated Xerxes" kicks off with an impressive animated introduction, immersing players in its Ancient Greek setting. It's as if Play'n GO has breathed life into the ancient art depicted on Greek pottery, creating a visually captivating scene. While the in-game background and symbols maintain a high standard, they lack the memorable impact of the animated intro.

The game unfolds on a 5-reel, 4-row grid, offering players 30 paylines for potential wins. Reflecting the volatility of a battlefield, the game's math model is highly volatile, with an RTP of 96.2%. Players can wager from 10 cents to $/€100 per spin, with the free spins round being a highlight of "Undefeated Xerxes," though players cannot buy their way into it.

Turning to the paytable, players encounter familiar Greek symbols, ranging from 10 to A depicted on shields as lower value symbols, alongside higher-paying symbols like crossed swords, a helmet, and armor. Winning combinations can yield between 2 to 2.8 times the stake for royal symbols and 4-6 times the bet for other symbols. Additionally, the hero symbol awards 25 times the bet for a line of five.

While "Undefeated Xerxes" may not introduce groundbreaking features, its gameplay mechanics complement each other seamlessly, akin to a well-coordinated military formation.

Wild symbols substitute for all symbols except scatters and come with multipliers ranging from x2 to x5. Multiple wild multipliers on a payline accumulate, with a line of five wilds paying 25 times the bet. Furthermore, wild frames may randomly appear on reels, potentially upgrading to wild multipliers.

Triggering the free spins round with three scatters awards 10 free spins, occasionally supplemented by a guaranteed scatter feature. During free spins, wilds leave frames on their positions, which may upgrade upon subsequent wild landings. On the final spin, all wild frames transform into wild symbols or upgraded wild frames, with the hero symbol receiving a x25 multiplier.

"Undefeated Xerxes" shines brightest during its bonus round, especially the climactic final free spin. While the base game may feel slow-paced at times, the anticipation builds as wild frames and multipliers accumulate. With a maximum win potential of 10,000 times the bet, the final spin holds the key to substantial rewards.

Ultimately, the outcome of that pivotal spin shapes players' perceptions of "Undefeated Xerxes." A successful final spin can overshadow any shortcomings in the base game, emphasizing the game's strengths, such as its impressive animations. Conversely, a lackluster finish may highlight the game's average elements, leaving players with mixed feelings about their experience.

• Title: Undefeated Xerxes
• Developer: Play'n GO
• Reels: 5
• Rows: 4
• Paylines: 30
• RTP: 96.20% | 94.20% | 91.20% | 87.20% | 84.20%
• Max Win: 10,000x
• Max Win Probability: < 1 / 100 000 000
• Volatility: High
• Min/Max Bet: 0.10/100
• Release Date: February 22, 2024