Release the Kraken Megaways
Certified by the HGC (HGC-020931-TM)
Data source: iGaming Tools (30 July 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 Megaways 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 Megaways yet, so it has no score.
Release the Kraken Megaways is a Pragmatic Play slot, using the Megaways mechanic. It was released in October 2024. It is themed around monsters.
It is certified by the HGC for online play in Greece, certificate HGC-020931-TM; last updated in the register on 28 September 2024.
Release the Kraken Megaways combines free spins, Megaways and bonus buy. 2 other slots of the 593 with data in our catalogue have exactly the same combination.
RTP 96.4%: what it means
The RTP (return to player) of Release the Kraken Megaways is 96.4%. Over a very large number of spins the game theoretically pays back €96.40 for every €100 staked; the remaining €3.60 (3.6%) is the house edge. It is not a forecast for one session: over a few spins everything is chance, and over time the edge stays with the casino.
That is below the median RTP (96.5%) of the 593 slots with data in our catalogue — higher than 33% of them. Across the 507 Pragmatic Play slots we track, the median RTP is 96.5%. 96.4% is the default value published by Pragmatic Play; a casino may offer Release the Kraken Megaways in a version with a different RTP, so check the game’s info screen.
Volatility: high
The provider rates the volatility of Release the Kraken Megaways as “high”. Wins are rarer and concentrated in the bonus rounds. Long losing stretches are expected, so a balance can run out quickly.
Of the other 506 Pragmatic Play slots in our catalogue, 434 share this level with Release the Kraken Megaways.
Max win: 10,000×
The top prize on Release the Kraken Megaways is 10,000× the stake, i.e. €10,000 at a €1 stake. It is a ceiling reached extremely rarely — not a win anyone should expect. That is above the median (7,500×) of the 544 slots in our catalogue that publish a max win; 104 are higher.
Bet range
The provider does not publish a bet range for Release the Kraken Megaways in our data source; the minimum and maximum stake are shown in the game’s info screen at the casino.
Bonus features
Free spins
Usually triggered by scatter symbols, they give you spins you are not charged for; their wins are credited to your balance as normal. In Release the Kraken Megaways it comes together with Megaways and bonus buy. Found in 489 of the 593 slots with data in our catalogue and in 416 of Pragmatic Play’s 507.
Megaways
The number of symbols on each reel changes every spin, and with it the number of ways to win. In Release the Kraken Megaways it comes together with free spins and bonus buy. Found in 47 of the 593 slots with data in our catalogue and in 47 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 Megaways it comes together with free spins and Megaways. 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 Megaways?
The RTP of Release the Kraken Megaways is 96.4%, according to the provider (Pragmatic Play). That is a house edge of 3.6% over the long run; a single session can differ a lot.
Is Release the Kraken Megaways certified in Greece?
Yes. The HGC has certified Release the Kraken Megaways for online play, certificate HGC-020931-TM (last updated in the register on 28 September 2024). 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 Megaways?
10,000× the stake, according to the provider. It is a theoretical ceiling that is reached very rarely.
How volatile is Release the Kraken Megaways?
“High”, according to the provider. Wins are rarer and concentrated in the bonus rounds.
What bonus features does Release the Kraken Megaways have?
According to the provider: free spins, Megaways and bonus buy.
Can I play Release the Kraken Megaways for free?
Yes, in the demo on this page, with play money and only after confirming you are 21+.
Similar slots
Release the Kraken Megaways compared
The most closely related slots in our catalogue, by provider, volatility, theme and features:
| Slot | RTP | Volatility | Max win | Grid |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Release the Kraken Megaways | 96.4% | high | 10,000× | — |
| Rocket Blast Megaways | 96.01% | high | 10,000× | — |
| Captain Kraken Megaways | 96.55% | high | 5,000× | — |
| Release the Kraken | 96.5% | high | — | 5×4 |
Compared with Rocket Blast Megaways (Pragmatic Play), Release the Kraken Megaways has an RTP 0.39 points higher, the same volatility and the same max win. Both have free spins, Megaways and bonus buy. Only Rocket Blast Megaways has cascades.
Compared with Captain Kraken Megaways (Pragmatic Play), Release the Kraken Megaways has an RTP 0.15 points lower, the same volatility and double the max win. Both have Megaways and bonus buy. Only Captain Kraken Megaways has multipliers, cascades, Hold & Win and a jackpot. Only Release the Kraken Megaways has free spins.
Compared with Release the Kraken (Pragmatic Play), Release the Kraken Megaways has an RTP 0.1 points lower and the same volatility. Both have free spins and bonus buy. Only Release the Kraken Megaways has Megaways.