Book of Fallen

Book of Fallen (branded as John Hunter and the Book of the Fallen) is a 5-reel, 3-row slot from Pragmatic Play. The setting is ancient Egyptian tombs, with the protagonist, John Hunter, embarking on a mystical journey through passages lined with hieroglyphic symbols.

Free spins trigger on three or more scatter symbols. Once inside the bonus round, one symbol type is randomly chosen to Expand: whenever it lands on any reel, it stretches to fill the entire reel height. This mechanic, combined with the base 10-payline structure, can generate substantial cascading wins if the expanded symbol lands multiple times per spin.

The high-volatility profile means base-game wins are infrequent and modest, but the free-spins bonus is where the machine reserves its payout power. Retriggering is possible—landing additional scatters during the bonus awards extra spins and extends the expanded symbol's active period. Max win of 5,000× is achievable through multiplied expanding symbols, though the odds are long.

RTP varies by paytable: sources cite 95.02% and 96.5%. The higher rate (96.5%) is likely the default; the lower rate may be a low-variance alternative. For the 96.5% paytable, the slot sits above market average for high-volatility games.

Graphics are serviceable: dusty tombs, glowing scarabs, and period-appropriate characters rendered without excessive detail. The design prioritises clarity over spectacle—symbols are readable, and the expanding mechanic is visually obvious.

Pragmatic Play charges a "Super Spin" fee if you want to guarantee expanded symbols faster, and the slot offers optional bonus buy-ins to skip straight to free spins. These premium features cater to impatient players.

Bet range runs €0.10 to €100, offering breadth. The combination of expanding symbols, retriggering, and high volatility makes this a polarising slot: ideal for bonus-hunters, tiresome for base-game players.