Eye of Horus Slot Review

In this Eye of Horus slot review, we take a closer look at this popular old-school Blueprint Gaming slot. It’s a popular long-running Egyptian-themed slot, so it’s worth seeing if it still holds up.

 

Eye of Horus

Game overview

Eye of Horus is a 5-reel, 3-row video slot that plays across 10 fixed paylines, and wins are formed by landing matching symbols from left to right.

 

The game follows a classic Egyptian theme, featuring symbols such as pharaohs, scarabs, and ancient artefacts, and is set in the hidden catacombs of a pyramid. The layout is clean and traditional, with no complex mechanics in the base game, making it easy to follow even for new players.

 

The free spins feature is activated when 3 or more scatters land on the reels. During the bonus game, the Eye of Horus slot can upgrade high-paying symbols for higher wins.

It was developed by Blueprint Gaming and released on 1 November 2017. The slot is available on both desktop and mobile, keeping the same structure and features across devices.

 

Game name	Eye of Horus
Theme	Ancient Egypt
Provider	Blueprint Gaming
Year of release	2017

 

Game Features: Symbols, Paylines

The game uses 10 fixed paylines, with wins landing from left to right across consecutive reels. Only the highest-paying combination per line counts, and all line wins are combined.

 

The symbol set sticks closely to the Egyptian theme. The Eye of Horus is the highest-paying symbol, followed by characters such as the falcon, Anubis, and the scarab. Lower-value symbols are standard card ranks from A to 10, which offer the lowest multipliers, but appear most frequently.

 

The Wild symbol is represented by Horus and plays a key role in the game. When it lands on reels 2, 3, or 4, it expands to fill the entire reel, increasing the chances of completing winning lines. It can substitute for all regular symbols, but not for the Scatter.

 

The Scatter symbol appears as a temple and triggers the free games feature when 3 or more land anywhere on the reels.

 

Eye of Horus

Gameplay: Eye of Horus Slot Mechanics 

We found in our Eye of Horus slot review that it’s of the most straightforward slots to play. You choose your stake (from £0.10 to £100 per spin), set your bet level, and hit spin. 

In the base game, wins come from matching symbols across paylines. Wins in the base game tend to be smaller, while larger payouts are more commonly associated with the bonus round, though outcomes remain random on every spin.

 

The free games feature triggers when 3 or more Scatter symbols appear anywhere on the reels, awarding 12 free spins.

During the free spins, the Horus symbol becomes even more important. When it expands on reels 2, 3, or 4, it can also trigger symbol upgrades. Each time this happens, one of the higher-paying symbols is upgraded to the next level, increasing its value for the rest of the bonus. This can happen multiple times in a single round, contributing to the size of any potential win, though upgrades are triggered randomly.

 

Based on our Eye of Horus slot review, free spins can also be extended. Landing 1, 2, or 3 Horus symbols during the bonus can award extra spins, keeping the feature going longer. One Horus Wild symbol awards 1 respin, 2 Horus Wild symbols reward 3 respins, and 3 Horus Wild symbols award 5 respins. There is no limit on how many respins can be awarded, and the feature ends when all free spins are used, and the amount of bonus winnings is accumulated.

 

There are no traditional multipliers in this slot, but the upgrade system effectively increases payout potential as the bonus progresses. The maximum win in the game is variable, with some versions offering a max win of 250,000x the stake.

 

Category	Details
Wilds	Yes, expanding Wilds on reels 2, 3, and 4
Scatters	Yes
Other special symbols	Symbol upgrade feature during Free Games
Gamble feature	Yes
Reel features	Expanding Wild reels
Free spins	Yes (Free Games feature)
Respins	N/A
Multipliers	No direct multipliers
Other bonus features	Extra Free Spins via Horus symbols

 

RTP + volatility

In this Eye of Horus slot review, we found that it has a variable RTP depending on the version used by the online casino. The available configurations are:

• 90.25%
• 92.04%
• 93%
• 94%
• 96.31%

It’s quite a wide range, so it’s always worth checking which version you’re playing before starting.

 

In terms of volatility, Blueprint Gaming rates the slot 5 out of 5, placing it in the high-volatility category. The base game features fixed paylines and frequently occurring low-value symbols, though as with all slots, winning combinations are generated randomly on each spin.

The free spins feature and the upgrade system drive the higher volatility.

 

Payouts 

Our Eye of Horus slot review concluded that the game keeps its payout structure simple, with just 10 paylines and 8 symbols in total. The higher-paying symbols are the Egyptian symbols and the bonus feature. The top symbol is the Eye of Horus, which delivers the biggest line wins, followed by character symbols like the falcon, Anubis, and the scarab. Lower-value symbols (A-10) provide smaller returns.

 

The maximum win can reach 250,000x your stake, subject to a fixed cash cap of £120,000.

Here are the highest payouts for landing 5 symbols on a payline (based on 10 paylines):

 

• Eye of Horus – 500x
• Falcon – 200x
• Anubis – 150x
• Scarab – 100x
• A – 80x
• K – 70x
• Q – 60x
• J – 50x
• 10 – 40x

All payouts are based on your bet per line, not your total stake.

For example, if you’re betting £1 in total across 10 paylines, that means £0.10 per line. Landing 5 J symbols (value 50) would result in:

50 x £0.10 = £5 win

 

Category	Details
RTP	90.25% to 96.31%
Maximum win	Variable, up to 250,000x the wager
Highest-paying symbol	Eye of Horus
Volatility	High

Stake limits 

The betting range in Eye of Horus is from £0.10 up to £5 (£2 for players aged 18 to 24) per spin, and with 10 active fixed paylines, this is split evenly across the lines.

Category	Details
Minimum bet	£0.10
Maximum bet	£5 (£2 for players aged 18 to 24)
Adjustable paylines	No
Bet per line	£0.01 to £0.2
Buy feature	No

 

 

Eye of Horus

Audiovisuals

The visuals and audio in our Eye of Horus slot review looked fairly basic and resembled traditional slot machines you’ll find at pubs and casino floors. The game uses simple 2D graphics with minimal animation, so the visuals and audio are not up to par with modern video slots.

 

The Ancient Egypt theme comes through clearly with Indiana Jones-inspired symbols and a setting that resembles a temple or the inside of a pyramid, while the music and sounds stick to classic slot-style effects. Even with modern features like free games and expanding wilds, Eye of Horus feels very much old school.

 

Eye of Horus Slot Review: Final verdict

Eye of Horus keeps things simple and looks a lot like its land-based version, which will suit some players more than others. Here’s how it performs across the key areas:

 

Gameplay excitement (12/20)

The base game is very basic and can feel repetitive after a while, with not much happening between spins. The bonus adds some interest, but it doesn’t fully change the pace of the game.

Bonus features quality (15/20)

The free games feature is the highlight, especially with the symbol upgrade system that builds as the round goes on. It’s a simple mechanic that adds engagement as the bonus round progresses.

Winning potential (12/15)

The advertised max win is high, with larger payouts more commonly associated with the bonus round. Medium wins are possible, while bigger payouts depend on multiple random symbol upgrades occurring during the bonus round.

Volatility balance (10/15)

The game carries a high-volatility rating from the provider. During regular base game play, winning combinations may land more frequently at smaller values, with greater payout variance during the bonus round.

Theme and design (3/10)

The theme is fun but feels dated, with basic visuals and minimal animation. Compared to newer slots, it lacks detail and modern presentation.

Replay probability (7/10)

It’s an easy game to come back to thanks to its simplicity, but our Eye of Horus slot review concluded that it can lose appeal over longer sessions. Once you’ve seen the bonus a few times, there’s not much new to discover.

User experience (9/10)

The game is very easy to understand and runs smoothly on both desktop and mobile. It’s beginner-friendly and doesn’t have a steep learning curve.

Category	Max score	Our score
Gameplay	20	12
Bonus features quality	20	15
Winning potential	15	12
Volatility balance	15	10
Theme and design	10	3
Replay probability	10	7
User experience	10	9
Total score	100	68