Release the Kraken vs Release the Kraken Megaways
| Release the Kraken | Release the Kraken Megaways | |
|---|---|---|
| Provider | Pragmatic Play | Pragmatic Play |
| RTP | 96.50% | 96.40% |
| Volatility | Not published | Not published |
| Max win | 10,000x | 10,000x |
| Layout | 4x5 | – |
| Paylines / ways | – | – |
| Release date | January 2020 | September 2024 |
| Bonus buy | No | No |
| Our score | – | – |
Verdict
- Release the Kraken has the higher default RTP (96.50%), though the gap matters only over very long play.
- Both are rated with the same volatility.
- Both share the same max win cap.
Neither game is "better" in terms of your chances – choose the one whose features and volatility fit how you like to play, and try both demos first.
Release the Kraken in brief
Release the Kraken is a 4x5, 20-line underwater slot with plenty going on in the base game. Random features can trigger on any spin, adding extra action to otherwise ordinary rounds.
Release the Kraken Megaways in brief
Release the Kraken Megaways brings the series onto six Megaways reels with up to 117,649 ways to win. Mystery symbols can land and resolve into matching icons. Three or more wilds trigger a respins mode in which wilds roam after each respin, and a new wild landing awards another spin.
Features compared
Release the Kraken
- Random features: Features can trigger at random on any base-game spin.
- Roaming wilds: Wilds move around the reels during free spins.
- Progressive multiplier: The multiplier grows throughout the bonus.
Release the Kraken Megaways
- Megaways reels: Up to 117,649 ways with mystery symbols.
- Wild respins: Three wilds start respins; wilds roam and new wilds add spins.
- Chest modifiers: Open chests for extra spins, wilds, multipliers or minimum ways before the bonus.
Frequently asked questions
Which has the higher RTP, Release the Kraken or Release the Kraken Megaways?
Release the Kraken has the higher default RTP (96.50%), though the gap matters only over very long play.
Which pays more, Release the Kraken or Release the Kraken Megaways?
Both share the same max win cap. Max wins are rare and not a realistic expectation for any session.