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Rise of Merlin by Play'n GO — RTP 96.58%

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Rise of Merlin Overview

Rise of Merlin from Play'n GO returns 96.58% over the long run, squarely in the normal range for online slots. Below: how that compares to the industry and to Play'n GO's other titles, plus measured hit frequency where we have it.

About Play'n GO: Play'n GO is a Swedish studio known for medium-to-high volatility slots with rich narratives and diverse themes. Their catalogue spans hundreds of titles enjoyed worldwide.

How Often Rise of Merlin Is Played

Measured

We recorded 1,264 spins on Rise of Merlin from 138 different players between Aug 15 and Sep 14, 2026. That makes it the #238 most played game of the 2,205 we saw in that period — ahead of 89% of them.

1,264 spinsMost played game: 61,797
Spins recorded
1,264
Players seen
138
Rank of 2,205
#238

Counted from bets that appeared in Duel.com's public live feed, which shows a sample of play rather than every bet placed. It is a fair basis for comparing how often games are played, but not for judging how much they pay out — we publish no payout figures from this source.

RTP Analysis

Rise of Merlin has a theoretical RTP of 96.58%. This is +0.58pp above the industry average of 96.00%. Compared to other Play'n GO slots (average 96.23% across 471 titles), it offers a +0.35pp higher return.

vs Industry Avg
+0.58pp
Play'n GO Avg
96.23%
vs Play'n GO Avg
+0.35pp

Game Details

Book of ... mechanicExpanding SymbolsFree SpinsRTP rangeScatter symbolsWild
Mechanic: paylinesTheme: Arthurian LegendsFantasy

Data by slot.report & SlotsLaunch

RTP Verdict

Industry-Standard Maths

Rise of Merlin sits within a percentage point of the 96.00% industry norm, so its return is neither an argument for nor against playing it. What separates it from its neighbours is how it pays — the rhythm of small wins against rare big ones — which is what the measured data further down describes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the RTP of Rise of Merlin?
Rise of Merlin by Play'n GO has a theoretical RTP of 96.58%, which is average for online slots. This is the figure the game's maths returns over its full lifetime, certified by an independent testing lab — not a reading from recent play.
Is Rise of Merlin paying well right now?
There is no honest way to answer that, and we would rather say so than invent a number. Reading a single slot's actual return to within a percent takes tens of millions of spins on that one game, because one large hit outweighs weeks of ordinary play. Any site quoting you a slot's "RTP today" is quoting noise. What we do publish, where our tracker has recorded enough real bets, is how often the game pays at all — a figure that settles far faster and is shown on this page with its confidence interval.
Do slots go hot or cold?
Not in any way you can use. We tested our own recorded bet series for the serial correlation a genuine streak would leave behind, using Ljung-Box autocorrelation tests, and found none — the results are indistinguishable from independent draws, which is exactly what a certified random number generator is meant to produce. A game that has paid well recently is no more and no less likely to pay on the next spin.
Who made Rise of Merlin and where can I play it?
Rise of Merlin is developed by Play'n GO. You can play it on Duel.com and other crypto casinos that carry Play'n GO titles. The game's maths is identical wherever you play it — operators cannot change a certified RTP, though some games ship in several certified versions and an operator may choose which to run.
How does Rise of Merlin's RTP compare to other Play'n GO slots?
Rise of Merlin returns 96.58%, which is average for the industry (average 96.00%). The spread within a single studio is usually wider than the gap between studios, so it is worth comparing title by title — our Play'n GO page lists every one we hold with its published return.
What does the industry-standard maths verdict mean for Rise of Merlin?
Rise of Merlin sits within a percentage point of the 96.00% industry norm, so its return is neither an argument for nor against playing it. What separates it from its neighbours is how it pays — the rhythm of small wins against rare big ones — which is what the measured data further down describes.
Is Rise of Merlin worth playing?
Rise of Merlin offers a 96.58% return, which matches industry norms. On the maths it is neither a bargain nor a trap. Pick it if the theme and the feature set appeal — and check its measured hit frequency on this page if you want to know whether it pays in a steady trickle or in rare bursts.

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Disclaimer: RTP data is collected from third-party sources and may fluctuate. Past RTP performance does not guarantee future results. Gambling involves risk. 18+ only. Gamble responsibly.