What’s new on paytables (2025)
- Max-win cap shown up front: 5,000×? 10,000×? Great for expectation setting.
- Hit frequency range: e.g., 1 in 3.8 spins for small wins, 1 in 120+ for features.
- Edition label: some lobbies run 92/94/96% RTP builds—same art, different value.
- Bonus limits: max bet during promos and excluded titles now appear in the rules tab.
90-Second Paytable Audit
- Step 1 — RTP/Edition: prefer the build marked ~96% where available.
- Step 2 — Max-win vs. volatility: high cap + high volatility → keep stakes smaller.
- Step 3 — Feature cadence: if features are rare, plan fewer, calmer cycles.
- Step 4 — Bonus rules: check max bet and contribution before activating any promo.
The 12–15 Minute Field Test
- Minutes 0–2: open the paytable, confirm RTP edition and max-bet rules; set stake = 1–2% of your session bankroll.
- Minutes 2–10: run one steady cycle (80–120 spins). Log Cost/100 and any feature triggers.
- Minutes 10–15: cool-down at half stake; if ahead, bank part of the lift; otherwise pause. No stake spikes.
Pro tip
If the lobby lists multiple RTPs, back out and re-enter via the info link that shows the 96% edition. Same title, better long-term value.
Green flags vs. red flags
- Green: visible RTP, clear max-win, transparent feature odds, explicit max-bet terms.
- Red: vague rules, hidden edition, bonus exclusions tucked in footnotes, “surprise” max-bet caps.
Bottom line
Paytables aren’t decorations—they’re your map. Read RTP and max-win, match volatility to your mood, and run short, stable tests. You’ll spend fewer minutes guessing and more minutes enjoying the session.