Release the Kraken 2
Certified by the HGC (HGC-006186-TM)
Data source: iGaming Tools (5 September 2026)
Free play · rotates to fullscreen
Demos are only available to people aged 21 and over.
Demo provided by the game studio via iGaming Tools. Free play only, no real money.
How it playsHow Release the Kraken 2 plays
This page is compiled from the provider’s published data and the HGC register. It is not a review: we have not tested Release the Kraken 2 yet, so it has no score.
Release the Kraken 2 is a Pragmatic Play slot with 5 reels and 4 rows and 20 paylines. It was released in November 2022. It is themed around monsters.
It is certified by the HGC for online play in Greece, certificate HGC-006186-TM; last updated in the register on 15 November 2023.
Release the Kraken 2 combines free spins, multipliers and bonus buy. 76 other slots of the 593 with data in our catalogue have exactly the same combination.
RTP 96.03%: what it means
With an RTP of 96.03%, the house edge on Release the Kraken 2 is 3.97%: of every €100 staked in total, on average €96.03 comes back as wins over the long run. RTP is an average over millions of spins. A single session can end very differently — and in the long run the casino wins.
That is below the median RTP (96.5%) of the 593 slots with data in our catalogue — higher than 7% of them. Across the 507 Pragmatic Play slots we track, the median RTP is 96.5%. 96.03% is the default value published by Pragmatic Play; a casino may offer Release the Kraken 2 in a version with a different RTP, so check the game’s info screen.
Volatility: low
The provider rates the volatility of Release the Kraken 2 as “low”. Wins come often but are mostly small. The balance moves smoothly, so the same budget usually lasts longer.
Of the other 506 Pragmatic Play slots in our catalogue, 11 share this level with Release the Kraken 2.
Max win: 5,000×
The top prize on Release the Kraken 2 is 5,000× the stake, i.e. €5,000 at a €1 stake. It is a ceiling reached extremely rarely — not a win anyone should expect. That is below the median (7,500×) of the 544 slots in our catalogue that publish a max win; 296 are higher.
Bet range
The provider does not publish a bet range for Release the Kraken 2 in our data source; the minimum and maximum stake are shown in the game’s info screen at the casino.
Bonus features
Free spins
A round of spins you are not charged for, usually triggered by scatter symbols. Anything won in the round is added to your balance. In Release the Kraken 2 it comes together with multipliers and bonus buy. Found in 489 of the 593 slots with data in our catalogue and in 416 of Pragmatic Play’s 507.
Multipliers
Multiply a win, for example ×2 or ×10. They are already part of the RTP — they do not raise it. In Release the Kraken 2 it comes together with free spins and bonus buy. Found in 299 of the 593 slots with data in our catalogue and in 262 of Pragmatic Play’s 507.
Bonus buy
Lets you buy the bonus round directly, at a cost of many times your stake — often tens or hundreds of times. It raises the amount you play very quickly; whether it is offered depends on the casino. In Release the Kraken 2 it comes together with free spins and multipliers. Found in 450 of the 593 slots with data in our catalogue and in 394 of Pragmatic Play’s 507.
Frequently asked questions
What is the RTP of Release the Kraken 2?
The RTP of Release the Kraken 2 is 96.03%, according to the provider (Pragmatic Play). That is a house edge of 3.97% over the long run; a single session can differ a lot.
Is Release the Kraken 2 certified in Greece?
Yes. The HGC has certified Release the Kraken 2 for online play, certificate HGC-006186-TM (last updated in the register on 15 November 2023). You can check it with the “Is this slot certified in Greece?” search on frut.gr or in the HGC’s public register.
What is the max win on Release the Kraken 2?
5,000× the stake, according to the provider. It is a theoretical ceiling that is reached very rarely.
How volatile is Release the Kraken 2?
“Low”, according to the provider. Wins come often but are mostly small.
What bonus features does Release the Kraken 2 have?
According to the provider: free spins, multipliers and bonus buy.
Can I play Release the Kraken 2 for free?
Yes, in the demo on this page, with play money and only after confirming you are 21+.
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Release the Kraken 2 compared
The most closely related slots in our catalogue, by provider, volatility, theme and features:
| Slot | RTP | Volatility | Max win | Grid |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Release the Kraken 2 | 96.03% | low | 5,000× | 5×4 |
| Big Bass Football Bonanza | 96.5% | low | 5,000× | 5×4 |
| Candy Rush | 96.58% | low | 15,000× | 7×7 |
| Captain Kraken Megaways | 96.55% | high | 5,000× | — |
Compared with Big Bass Football Bonanza (Pragmatic Play), Release the Kraken 2 has an RTP 0.47 points lower, the same volatility and the same max win. Both have free spins, multipliers and bonus buy.
Compared with Candy Rush (Pragmatic Play), Release the Kraken 2 has an RTP 0.55 points lower, the same volatility and a max win 3 times lower. Both have free spins and bonus buy. Only Candy Rush has cascades and cluster pays. Only Release the Kraken 2 has multipliers.
Compared with Captain Kraken Megaways (Pragmatic Play), Release the Kraken 2 has an RTP 0.52 points lower, lower volatility and the same max win. Both have multipliers and bonus buy. Only Captain Kraken Megaways has cascades, Megaways, Hold & Win and a jackpot. Only Release the Kraken 2 has free spins.