Secret of Dead by Play’n GO takes players into the tombs of Ancient Egypt, where the goddess Shai guards hidden treasures. This title joins the popular 'Dead' series but adds a sixth reel to the traditional layout, increasing the potential for winning combinations. The game centers on expanding symbols and high volatility mechanics. You can find this title among the slot games available at Heart Bingo.
The game adopts a darker, more mysterious tone compared to its predecessors. The grid is set against a dim stone chamber filled with ancient carvings and glowing artefacts. Symbols include the cobra, scarab beetle, and Shai, the Egyptian goddess of fate. Play’n GO uses sharp, high-definition graphics with gold and turquoise accents to make the symbols pop against the dark reels. The sound design features a suspenseful, orchestral score that builds intensity during the free spins round, matching the serious atmosphere of the tomb.
Symbol | 6x | 5x | 4x | 3x |
Ankh (Wild) / Shai | 5000 | 2000 | 500 | 100 |
Cat | 2000 | 800 | 200 | 40 |
Beetle / Cobra | 1000 | 400 | 100 | 20 |
A / K | 250 | 100 | 20 | 5 |
Q / J / 10 | 200 | 75 | 15 | 4 |
Landing three or more Ankh Scatters activates the Free Spins feature. Before the round begins, one symbol is randomly selected to become the Special Expanding Symbol. If this symbol lands on enough reels to form a win, it expands to cover the full reel. The unique twist in Secret of Dead is that if Shai is chosen as the expanding symbol, she pays out double the standard value.
After any winning spin in the base game, players can choose the Gamble option. This allows you to guess the colour or suit of a face-down card. Correctly guessing the colour doubles the win, while guessing the suit quadruples it.
Secret of Dead utilises a 6x3 reel layout with 10 fixed paylines. Wins are formed by landing matching symbols on adjacent reels, starting from the leftmost reel. The addition of the sixth reel distinguishes it from classic 'Book' slots, allowing for higher six-of-a-kind payouts. This is a high volatility game, meaning wins may be less frequent but have higher potential value.
Secret of Dead offers a solid evolution of the classic 'Book' mechanic by adding a sixth reel and a paying Wild. The double payout potential for the Shai symbol adds a specific target for players to watch for during the bonus round. It appeals to those who enjoy high volatility gaming and straightforward Egyptian themes. Heart Bingo Casino hosts this Play’n GO title for players looking to explore the tombs of Shai.