Eye of Horus by Reel Time Gaming delivers a mathematically balanced 96.31% RTP across a flexible 5-reel, 3-row layout with 1 to 10 selectable paylines. Unlike standard Egyptian slots that lock paylines, this game lets you choose your active lines, controlling both risk and bet size from 100 to 200,000 coins per spin.
The game architecture centers on the expanding Horus wild mechanic: when the falcon-headed deity lands on any reel, it expands vertically to cover all three positions and substitutes for everything except pyramid scatters. This expansion creates multiple winning combinations simultaneously, especially powerful when it lands on reels 2, 3, or 4 where it intersects the most paylines.
The pyramid scatter system triggers 12 free games with 3 or more pyramids anywhere on screen. During free spins, the Horus wild gains an upgrade function that progressively transforms lower-paying tablet symbols into higher-paying Egyptian deity symbols in this sequence: Eye of Horus, double ankh, scarab beetle, bird deity, and finally Anubis. Each wild during free spins advances one step in this upgrade ladder.
Additional free games accumulate during the bonus: one Horus awards 1 extra spin, two Horus symbols add 3 spins, and three Horus wilds grant 5 additional free games. This creates a compounding effect where wilds both upgrade symbols and extend the feature duration.
Falcon-headed deity in white and red garments holding golden staff. Expands to cover entire reel and substitutes all symbols except pyramid scatter. During free games, upgrades tablet symbols sequentially.
Golden glowing pyramid with radiating orange light triggers free games and pays anywhere on screen.
Stylized protective eye in deep blue and gold representing royal power and protection in Egyptian mythology.
Black jackal-headed deity seated on gold-decorated pedestal, guardian of the afterlife.
Colorful Egyptian bird in profile with detailed feather patterns in blue, gold, red, and green.
Bright blue scarab with spread wings displaying detailed wing patterns.
Two golden ankh symbols side by side with red oval tops representing eternal life.
Two stylized lotus flowers with layered petals in blue, green, red, and gold.
Hieroglyphic-styled A, K, Q, J in metallic gold and orange-gold with angular Egyptian design.
Eye of Horus uses a selectable payline system where you activate between 1 and 10 lines. Each payline is color-coded and follows a specific pattern across the 5x3 grid:
Lines are evaluated left to right on consecutive reels. The highest win on each active line pays out, and wins on different lines add together. Line 1 (white) follows the center horizontal row, Line 2 (orange) tracks the top row, while Lines 4-10 create diagonal, V-shaped, and zigzag patterns that maximize coverage when Horus wilds expand vertically.
Strategic players often activate all 10 lines during base gameplay to capture expanded wild wins from multiple angles, then reduce active lines when betting larger amounts per line to control total stake while maintaining potential for high-value symbol combinations.
Landing 3 or more pyramid scatters anywhere on the reels awards an instant scatter payout plus 12 free spins. The scatter symbols do not need to be on active paylines. During the trigger spin, 3 pyramids pay 4,000 coins, 4 pyramids pay 40,000, and 5 pyramids award the maximum 100,000 coin scatter win before free games begin.
Each Horus wild appearing during free games advances the symbol upgrade meter visible at the top of the screen. Upgrades transform symbols in ascending value order: first the J, Q, K, A cards become Eye of Horus symbols, then double lotus and double ankh upgrade to scarabs, scarabs become birds, and birds transform into the highest-paying Anubis symbol. This progressive transformation increases average win values as free spins continue.
Free games can be extended through Horus wild accumulation rather than scatter retriggers. One Horus during free spins adds 1 game, two Horus symbols appearing simultaneously add 3 games, and three Horus wilds in a single spin award 5 additional free games. Since Horus expands across entire reels, landing multiple wilds in one spin is possible, creating significant extensions to the feature duration.
When Horus lands on any reel in base or bonus gameplay, it immediately expands to cover all three row positions before win evaluation. This creates or enhances winning combinations across multiple paylines simultaneously. The wild substitutes for all symbols except pyramid scatters, meaning it can complete Eye of Horus, Anubis, bird, scarab, ankh, lotus, and card symbol combinations but cannot create scatter wins.
After any win meeting the 0.05 minimum threshold, the card gamble and ladder gamble become available. Card gamble doubles your win if you correctly predict red or black, with a maximum gamble limit of 1,400,000 coins. Ladder gamble progresses through increasingly valuable steps with corresponding risk levels. The collect half option allows you to secure part of your winnings while risking the remainder. Gamble functions disable during autoplay mode.
Total bet equals your bet per line multiplied by active paylines. With line bets ranging from 10 to 20,000 and selectable lines from 1 to 10, minimum total bet is 10 coins on 1 line (100 total) while maximum reaches 20,000 per line across 10 lines (200,000 total). This 2,000x bet range accommodates conservative testing and high-stakes sessions within the same game configuration.
Volatility profile: Eye of Horus operates at medium volatility with the 96.31% RTP distributed through frequent small wins from card symbols and less frequent but substantial payouts from premium Egyptian symbols. The expanding wild mechanism creates volatility spikes in base gameplay when Horus lands on central reels with multiple active paylines.
Free games frequency: Scatter hit rate determines feature frequency. With 5 reels and 3 rows providing 15 symbol positions, landing 3 or more pyramids occurs approximately every 100-150 spins based on typical distribution. The 12 free games with symbol upgrades and retrigger potential provide the primary route to maximum wins.
Symbol upgrade impact: The progressive upgrade system during free spins fundamentally changes payout potential. Early free games may produce wins similar to base gameplay, but after several Horus wilds trigger upgrades, the reel set contains significantly more high-value symbols. Games 8-12 of a free spins session typically generate the largest wins after multiple upgrade cycles complete.
Optimal payline strategy: Activating all 10 lines maximizes expanded wild coverage since Horus can create wins across diagonal, V-shaped, and zigzag patterns simultaneously when it covers an entire reel. Single-line or low-line play reduces total bet but also severely limits the number of winning combinations any expanded wild can complete, decreasing the mathematical advantage the wild expansion provides.
Bankroll management: The 2,000x bet range allows precise bankroll calibration. Conservative players can sustain 1,000+ spins at minimum bet (100 coins) with a 100,000 coin bankroll. Aggressive players might allocate 100 base bets (20,000,000 coins for maximum 200,000 bets) to absorb variance while pursuing the 100,000x Eye of Horus symbol maximum payout.
Responsible Gaming Notice: Eye of Horus is a game of chance with outcomes determined by random number generation. The 96.31% RTP represents theoretical return over millions of spins and does not guarantee individual session results. Past results do not influence future outcomes. Set loss limits before playing and never wager more than you can afford to lose. Gambling should be entertainment, not income generation. If you feel gambling is becoming problematic, seek help from gambling support organizations.