Book of Dead at a glance
Every figure below is the provider's published default configuration, cross-checked against independent slot databases. Where published sources disagree, we say so rather than picking the flattering number.
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Game name | Book of Dead |
| Provider | Play'n GO |
| Release year | 2016 |
| RTP (default build) | 96.21% |
| Other certified RTP builds | 94.25%, 91.25%, 87.25% and 84.18% builds also exist |
| Volatility | High |
| Maximum win | 5,000x |
| Reels and rows | 5x3 |
| Paylines / ways | 10 adjustable paylines (1–10) |
| Minimum stake | C$0.10 |
| Maximum stake | C$50 |
| Theme | Ancient Egyptian tomb exploration with the adventurer Rich Wilde |
| Demo mode at Oxibet | Yes, once you are logged in |
| Mobile | Playable in iOS and Android browsers |
| Account currency | Canadian dollars (CAD) |
Most slots ship in more than one certified RTP build, and the version in a given lobby depends on what the operator licensed. The figure above is the provider's default configuration — always open the game's own info panel and check the RTP shown there before you play.
What playing Book of Dead is actually like
Book of Dead is nearly a decade old and still one of the most played slots in our lobby, which tells you something about how well the core idea works. The free spins round selects one symbol at random and expands it across full reels, so the entire value of a bonus is decided by which symbol the book picks. Rich Wilde or the pharaoh, and the round can escalate fast. A low card symbol, and it usually will not. That single random choice makes each bonus feel like a genuine event. The thing we insist on flagging: Play'n GO certify five builds of this game running from 96.21% down to 84.18%, and the low ones are widely deployed across the industry. On no other game in our lobby does checking the info panel matter as much.
How Book of Dead works
The base game is a classic ten-line setup. You can play fewer lines if you want, though playing all ten is the standard approach. The Book of Dead symbol is both wild and scatter, so it substitutes for other symbols and also triggers the bonus.
Three or more Books award ten free spins and open a book animation that selects one symbol at random. For the rest of the round, whenever that chosen symbol lands it expands to cover its entire reel and pays as a scatter — position becomes irrelevant, only the count matters. If the game selects Rich Wilde or the pharaoh, a round can escalate quickly. If it picks a low-value card symbol, it usually will not.
The features that matter
Book of Dead symbol
Acts as both wild and scatter. Three or more anywhere on the reels trigger the free spins.
Expanding special symbol
At the start of free spins one symbol is chosen at random. When it lands during the round it expands to fill its reel and pays as a scatter, regardless of position.
Free spins retrigger
Three more Book symbols during the round award another ten spins and select a new special symbol.
Gamble feature
An optional double-or-nothing card gamble on any base-game win. Optional, and skippable.
RTP, volatility and what they mean for your session
Book of Dead's reputation for volatility is well earned: the bonus round is effectively the entire game and the base game rarely does much on its own. The critical thing to know about this title specifically is the RTP spread. Play'n GO certifies five builds, running from 96.21% all the way down to 84.18%, and the low versions are widely deployed across the industry. On no other slot in this list does checking the in-game info panel matter as much.
Two definitions worth being precise about, because they get used loosely. RTP is the theoretical percentage of all money wagered that a game returns over millions of spins — it tells you nothing about your next hundred. Volatility describes how that return is distributed: low volatility pays small and often, high volatility pays rarely and large. Volatility is the number that actually shapes a session. Every slot in our lobby runs on RNG software certified by independent testing laboratories, and neither we nor you can influence the outcome of a spin.
How to play Book of Dead at Oxibet Casino
At Oxibet Casino we make deposits fast, simple and secure so you can get straight to playing. Here is the whole route from new account to first spin:
Open your account
Register and set Canadian dollars as your account currency. That choice is permanent, so getting it right at sign-up saves you conversion fees for the life of the account — our sign-up guide walks through the form.
Decide on the welcome offer
Our casino welcome offer is a 400% match up to C$1,500 plus 240 free spins, and you opt in at the cashier before your first deposit confirms. Read the wagering terms on our bonuses page first.
Deposit in CAD
Interac e-Transfer is instant and free from our side, with a C$10 minimum. Cards, e-wallets and eight cryptocurrencies also work — see all twenty of our payment methods.
Set your limits before you spin
Deposit, loss and session limits live in your account settings and take about ten seconds to configure.
Find Book of Dead and try demo mode first
Search the lobby by name or filter by Play'n GO. Demo mode runs on virtual credits so you can learn the mechanics before committing real funds.
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Common questions about Book of Dead
What is the RTP of Book of Dead?
The default build returns 96.21%. Play'n GO also certifies 94.25%, 91.25%, 87.25% and 84.18% versions, and low builds are common at some operators. Always confirm the figure in the game's info panel before you play.
How does the expanding symbol work?
At the start of free spins one symbol is selected at random. Whenever it appears during the round it expands to fill its whole reel and pays as a scatter, so its position on the reels does not matter.
What is the maximum win on Book of Dead?
5,000x your stake.
Should I use the gamble feature?
It is a double-or-nothing card gamble and it is entirely optional. It does not improve your expected return — it only increases variance. If you are managing a bankroll carefully, skip it.
Ready to spin?
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