The Hand Of Midas
- RTP
- 95.50%
- Volatility
- HIGH
- Max win
- 5,000×
- Hit freq
- -
- Grid
- -
- Bet
- -
- Released
- 2021-02-11
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Our take
5-reel, 20-payline high-volatility Greek-mythology slot from Pragmatic Play with 95.50% RTP and up to 5,000× max win.
The Hand of Midas retells the classic myth of the king whose touch turns all to gold, reimagined across a gleaming 5×3 grid backed by marble columns and vaults overflowing with treasure. Pragmatic Play's cartoon aesthetic softens the legendary curse; King Midas himself appears as a hero figure, aiding players through enchanted landscapes. A glowing stone hand symbol visibly tracks the active win multiplier, ensuring transparency: players always know how hot a spin is running before the reveal.
The core mechanic revolves around sticky wild multipliers: when a wild lands, it remains locked in place for subsequent spins whilst a multiplier counter rises (typically starting at 1× and climbing toward 4× or higher). Each fresh wild landing resets the position but increases the global multiplier pool. This creates a layered progression where early-spin wilds establish multiplier momentum, and later wilds amplify all new winning combinations. The bonus round guarantees minimum wins on certain symbol combinations, preventing total-loss scenarios and building confidence in the feature's payout ceiling.
With 95.50% RTP and high volatility, The Hand of Midas occupies the sweet spot between explosive upside and manageable base-game rhythm. Community feedback consistently praises the sticky-wild mechanic's reliability and the glowing-hand multiplier indicator's clarity. Bonus frequency sits around 1-in-214 spins, making extended base-game stretches standard. However, when the feature triggers and wilds cluster, the multiplier compounding effect delivers authentic 5,000× moments that feel earned rather than arbitrary.
Pros
- Sticky wild multipliers compound across spins; multiplier counter rises with each new wild placement
- Bonus round guarantees minimum payouts on certain combos, reducing loss risk and building feature confidence
- Glowing stone hand multiplier tracker adds clarity and psychological engagement to every spin
Cons
- 95.50% RTP is below average for the high-volatility segment; lower-than-expected long-term returns
- Bonus frequency of 1-in-214 spins means patient play and extended base-game droughts are standard
- Sticky wilds can feel repetitive after many plays; mechanic lacks novelty compared to cascades or expanding grids
Math & maxes
Math breakdown
- Volatility score
- 3 / 5
- Max win
- 5,000x the stake
Gameplay video
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FAQ
How high can the multiplier climb during sticky-wild runs?
Official caps vary by session state, but multipliers commonly climb to 4–8× during a single feature, with rare instances reaching 12–16× on extended wild clusters.
Do locked wilds from previous spins carry into free spins?
Yes. Any wilds locked during base play remain in place when free spins trigger, maintaining multiplier momentum and carrying sticky-wild progress into the bonus round.
What guarantee does the bonus round offer?
The bonus round guarantees a minimum payout on certain symbol combinations, preventing blank spins and ensuring players always land something during the feature.





