Book of Dead: Play in Ireland 2026 — RTP, Features & Where to Find It

What Is Book of Dead?

Book of Dead by Play'n GO is one of the most iconic online slots ever made and a staple at Irish casinos since its 2016 release. Following adventurer Rich Wilde through ancient Egyptian tombs, this 5-reel, 10-payline slot delivers high-volatility gameplay built around a single explosive mechanic: expanding symbols during free spins.

The game belongs to the beloved 'book slot' genre, where one symbol serves as both wild and scatter, and free spins revolve around a randomly chosen expanding symbol. Play'n GO's original remains the benchmark that dozens of imitations have tried to match.

RTP & Volatility

Book of Dead carries a published RTP of 96.21%. High volatility means wins are less frequent but can be significantly larger when they land, rewarding patience and a sufficient bankroll.

RTP is a theoretical long-run figure calculated across millions of spins — it does not predict outcomes in any single session. Set a budget before playing and treat any win as a bonus, not a guarantee.

Key Features

The Book of Dead symbol acts as both wild (substituting for all others) and scatter (triggering free spins when three or more land anywhere). Three Books award 10 free spins; four award 15; five award 20.

Before free spins begin, one symbol is randomly chosen to become the expanding symbol. Whenever it appears during the bonus, it expands to cover the entire reel. If it appears on enough reels to complete a winning combination across the active paylines, the results can be spectacular — landing Rich Wilde across all five reels can produce the game's 5,000x maximum.

A Gamble feature is available after any win: players can risk winnings on a card colour guess (doubles) or suit guess (quadruples). This optional mechanic adds risk-reward tension but should be used carefully given the variance.

Theme & Design

Rich Wilde explores sun-baked Egyptian tombs, with golden hieroglyphic walls framing the reels. High-value symbols include Wilde himself, the bird of Horus, Anubis, Osiris and a scarab. Lower symbols are playing card ranks styled in an Egyptian motif. The smooth animations and Middle Eastern-inspired soundtrack hold up well despite the 2016 vintage.

Verdict

Book of Dead has earned its legendary status. The 96.21% RTP is competitive, the high-volatility expanding symbol feature delivers thrilling peaks, and the gameplay is intuitive enough to pick up in minutes. It remains one of the most-played slots in Ireland in 2026.

Where to Play Book of Dead in Ireland

Book of Dead is available at virtually every Irish casino carrying Play'n GO games. It is also one of the most common free-spins promotion targets — check bonus pages for current offers.

Is Book of Dead Available on Mobile?

Play'n GO builds all titles in HTML5, so Book of Dead runs directly in any modern mobile browser without additional downloads. Portrait and landscape orientations are supported on iOS and Android. All features function identically on mobile, including bonus rounds, free spins and special mechanics.

Similar Games

• Legacy of Dead — Play'n GO sequel with multiple expanding symbols
• Gates of Olympus — High-volatility mythology slot
• Starburst — Low-volatility contrast from NetEnt
• Reactoonz — Another Play'n GO grid classic

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