Epic Ape 2
- RTP
- 95.97%
- Volatility
- HIGH
- Max win
- 10,000×
- Hit freq
- -
- Grid
- -
- Bet
- -
- Released
- 2021-07-29
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Our take
High-volatility jungle sequel with progressive jackpots and 50 free spins, but offers minimal innovation over the original Epic Ape.
Playtech's sequel undergoes a visual overhaul—graphics and animations are refreshed—and integrates into the Jackpot Blitz progressive network, offering four-tiered random prizes. The 6×4 layout and 4096 ways remain, alongside the core free-spins feature: the Panther scatter awards up to 50 spins, where multiplier wilds (likely up to 5×, matching the original) boost premium-symbol payouts. The 10,000× max win represents a modest increase over the original's undocumented ceiling, suggesting the progressive integration has inflated the published top prize.
High volatility persists: base-game hit frequency is moderate, with the feature round delivering significant payouts when multiplier wilds align. The integration of progressive jackpots—four tiers accessible at random—adds variance to bonus payouts; players triggering the hold round have an additional chance to win one of the four accumulating prizes, though odds and mechanics are undocumented.
With a 95.97% RTP, Epic Ape 2 is competitive but trails many modern alternatives (96%+ is standard). The substantial overlap with the original's mechanics—same layout, similar free-spins structure, comparable volatility—limits novelty for returning players. The Jackpot Blitz integration and visual refresh are the primary differentiators.
Pros
- Up to 50 free spins with multiplier wilds drive substantial payouts
- Jackpot Blitz integration adds progressive prizes to bonus features
- 10,000× max win is strong and achievable during feature rounds
- 4096 ways to win provides excellent payline coverage
Cons
- 95.97% RTP is competitive but below modern standards (96%+)
- Limited innovation over the original Epic Ape; mechanics are largely unchanged
- Progressive-jackpot odds and mechanics are undocumented
- High volatility creates prolonged dry streaks outside the bonus round
Math & maxes
Math breakdown
- Volatility score
- 3 / 5
- Max win
- 10,000x the stake
Gameplay video
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FAQ
What's new in Epic Ape 2 versus the original?
The sequel features refreshed graphics, integration into the Jackpot Blitz progressive network (offering four random jackpot tiers), and a slightly higher published max win (10,000× vs. undocumented original). Core mechanics—6×4 layout, 4096 ways, 50 free spins—remain.
How do free spins trigger?
Land the Panther scatter to trigger free spins. The round awards up to 50 spins, with multiplier wilds (likely up to 5×) applied to premium symbols for compounding payouts.
What are the Jackpot Blitz prizes?
Playtech's Jackpot Blitz network offers four random progressive jackpot tiers, accessible during the hold or bonus round. Specific odds and tier values are undocumented but vary by operator and region.
What's the maximum win?
The published max is 10,000×, typically achieved when premium symbols align with multiplier wilds during free spins. Progressive jackpots may inflate this further, though odds are undocumented.
How does volatility compare to the original?
Epic Ape 2 matches the original's high volatility. Expect frequent small losses in the base game, balanced by rare but potent free-spins payouts.
