Sun of Egypt 2 is a 5x3 online pokie from 3 Oaks Gaming (Booongo), released in 2020. It centres on golden pharaohs and sun worship, with a Hold and Win bonus round that can award fixed jackpots up to 5,000x your stake. The default RTP is 95.64%.
Sun of Egypt 2 Pokie Review
High-volatility Egyptian pokie with a 5,000x top prize and Hold and Win respins.
Quick facts
- Provider
- 3 Oaks Gaming (Booongo)
- RTP (default)
- 95.64%
- Volatility
- High
- Max win
- 5,000x
- Layout
- 5x3
- Lines / ways
- 25 fixed paylines
- Bet range
- 0.25 – 60
- Released
- 2020
What Sun of Egypt 2 is and why it stands out
Sun of Egypt 2 is a 5-reel, 3-row pokie with 25 fixed paylines. It was developed by 3 Oaks Gaming (Booongo) and released in 2020. The theme draws on ancient Egyptian sun worship, with golden pharaohs and sun symbols across the reels.
What sets it apart from a standard 5x3 pokie is the Hold and Win mechanic. When six or more Bonus sun symbols land, you get three respins, and every new Bonus symbol resets the counter. Filling all 15 positions with Bonus symbols awards the Grand jackpot of 5,000x your bet.
The game also includes free spins triggered by three scatters, with low-pay symbols removed during the round. A Pharaoh wild substitutes for regular symbols to help form wins.
Bet range, controls and the paytable
To start a spin in Sun of Egypt 2, first set your bet using the bet selector. The minimum bet is 0.25 credits and the maximum is 60 credits. The game uses a 5x3 layout with 25 fixed paylines, meaning wins are read from left to right across these lines. The paytable and game info are accessible via the info or paytable button, usually located near the bet selector. The spin button initiates a single round. There is no ante bet or bonus buy feature, so the cost per spin is simply your chosen bet amount.
Session limits, bet sizing and the myths
Sun of Egypt 2 is high volatility, meaning wins are less frequent but larger when they hit. For a $50 session, a sensible bet is around $0.50 to $1 per spin, giving you 50 to 100 spins. For a $200 session, you could go up to $2 to $4 per spin, but keep in mind the variance.
There is no bonus buy or ante bet in this game, so the cost per attempt at the bonus round is simply your bet size. No betting system changes the RTP; each spin is independent.
Set a loss limit before you start and stick to it. One sentence of advice: decide how much you are willing to lose, and stop when you reach it.
Free spins, multipliers and specials
The main feature is Hold and Win. Six or more Bonus sun symbols trigger three respins. Each new Bonus symbol resets the counter to three. The round ends when the counter runs out or all 15 positions are filled.
Fixed jackpots are Mini (20x bet), Minor (50x bet), Major (150x bet), and Grand (5,000x bet). The Grand is won by filling all 15 positions with Bonus symbols.
Three scatters award eight free spins. During free spins, low-pay symbols are removed, which increases the chance of higher-value wins. Free spins can be retriggered.
The Pharaoh wild substitutes for regular symbols, helping to complete paylines.
RTP versions, variance and the top prize
The default RTP is 95.64%. A variant with 95.48% RTP is reported by one source, so the range is 95.48% to 95.64%. The difference is 0.16 percentage points. Over $100 wagered, the lower version returns on average $95.48, compared to $95.64 for the default – a difference of 16 cents.
The maximum win is 5,000x your stake. At a $1 bet, that is $5,000; at the $60 max bet, it is $300,000.
Always check the RTP version in the game's info panel before you play, as it can vary.
Free play first: what the demo shows you
The demo mode lets you play with play credits, but the maths and RTP version match the real-money build at the casino you open it in. Given the high volatility, a demo session is useful for seeing how often the Hold and Win feature triggers and how the free spins behave, without risking real money. You can also test how different bet sizes feel across the range, from 0.25 to 60 credits. When you switch to real AUD, bets become real and your loss limits matter.
Where to play for real money in Australia
You can play Sun of Egypt 2 at Autumn Moon Huff n More Puff, which offers real-money play in AUD. A demo mode is available so you can try the game first.
Before you play for real money, check the RTP version shown in the game's info panel at the casino.
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Verdict
Sun of Egypt 2 suits players who enjoy high-volatility pokies with a chance at a large jackpot. The Hold and Win feature is straightforward, and the 5,000x top prize is a strong draw. However, the base game can be quiet, and the RTP is slightly below average. If you prefer frequent small wins, this may not be for you.
FAQ
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What is the maximum win in Sun of Egypt 2?
The maximum win is 5,000 times your stake, achieved by filling all 15 positions with Bonus symbols during the Hold and Win feature. At a $1 bet, that would be $5,000.
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How does the Hold and Win feature work?
Land six or more Bonus sun symbols to trigger three respins. Each new Bonus symbol resets the counter to three. The round ends when the counter runs out or all 15 positions are filled, awarding a jackpot.
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Are free spins retriggerable?
Yes, free spins can be retriggered. During the free spins round, low-pay symbols are removed, which increases the chance of landing higher-value combinations.
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What is the volatility level?
Sun of Egypt 2 is high volatility. This means payouts are less frequent but can be larger when they occur. It suits players who can handle longer dry spells.
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