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Release the Kraken

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Official numbers from Pragmatic Play

Official RTP
96.5%
Volatility
High
Max win potential
10,000×
Release date
2020-01-30
Grid
5x4
Hit frequency
—
Pay mechanic
Paylines
Game type
Slots

Features

Themes

Our recorded session

Release the Kraken has not gone through our rig yet. When it does, the full recorded session appears here: balance curve, hit rate, best win and the longest dry streak, published next to the official RTP above. Until then this page carries Pragmatic Play's own figures and a playable demo, and nothing of ours.

Questions about Release the Kraken

Release the Kraken has an RTP of 96.50%, which is above the industry average of 96%.

The maximum win in Release the Kraken is 10,000x the bet.

Yes, a free demo of Release the Kraken is available to try without wagering real money.

Our game score7/10

Release the Kraken plunges into an underwater realm where mythology and adventure collide. This Pragmatic Play slot draws its atmosphere from the ocean depths, inviting players to encounter whatever lurks beneath the surface.

How Release the Kraken Plays

The action unfolds on a 5x4 grid. At its foundation, Release the Kraken employs a straightforward spin mechanic where Wild symbols substitute for regular pay symbols to complete winning lines.

Release the Kraken Features

Random Features can trigger on any base game spin, injecting unpredictability without requiring specific symbol combinations. Expanding Wilds stretch to cover more reel positions when they land, amplifying their substitution power across the grid. Sticky Wilds lock in place for subsequent spins. Multipliers increase the value of qualifying wins.

Free Spins provide a set of spins that run without further stakes. A Pick Bonus adds an interactive element where selections determine outcomes rather than spins alone. For players who prefer immediate access, the Buy Bonus offers a paid entry to bonus content.

RTP, Volatility and Win Potential

Release the Kraken carries a 96.50% RTP, sitting comfortably above the 96% industry benchmark. The long-run edge stays with the game, though individual sessions will swing widely around that figure.

High volatility defines the expected session profile: wins arrive less frequently but tend toward larger individual payouts when they hit. This demands patience and adequate bankroll cushion, with longer dry spells between significant wins. The 10,000x max win represents high-potential territory where a single fortunate sequence can deliver substantial returns.

Theme and Design

The underwater setting merges with mythological and adventure elements to create an atmosphere of submerged mystery. The tone leans into tension rather than tranquility, and the Kraken of the title implies something formidable waiting in the depths.

Verdict

Release the Kraken earns its 7/10 rating through solid execution across familiar mechanics rather than revolutionary design. The above-average RTP is a genuine plus. The high volatility is what holds it back. Try the free demo to gauge whether the rhythm matches your preferences.