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GreatSlots review · Play'n GO · 2019

Rich Wilde and the Tome of Madness Slot Review

Rich Wilde and the Tome of Madness is not the biggest Play'n GO grid slot by ceiling, but it has a distinct shape. Clusters charge a portal, wilds change how the grid behaves, and the darker adventure theme gives the feature stack more personality.

Rich Wilde and the Tome of Madness themed artwork
Play'n GO
4.1
Rich Wilde and the Tome of Madness
RTP 96.59%Medium2,000x betAdventure horror5x5 grid

GreatSlots score

4.1/5

Best for

players who like adventure horror themes and portal features

A solid mid-volatility grid slot for players who want story-driven modifiers rather than a pure max-win chase.

GreatSlots quick summary

Rich Wilde and the Tome of Madness mixes a 5x5 cluster grid with portal features, special wilds, and a horror-adventure tone that is more interesting than the win cap suggests.

How the slot works

The game uses a 5x5 cluster grid, with wins coming from groups of matching symbols rather than fixed lines. Cascades clear space and help charge the portal, which is where the feature structure starts to matter.

Special wilds and multiplier wilds are the key modifiers. The Tome of Madness can help create clusters, while Rich Wilde symbols can improve payouts. The result is a more story-led grid slot where the feature value comes from how wilds and portal effects line up.

Bonus features

  • Clusters of five or more symbols pay and help charge the portal.
  • The Tome of Madness acts as a special wild that can replace lower and higher paying symbols.
  • Rich Wilde multiplier wilds and portal effects can reshape the grid during cascades.

Pros

  • +Theme and feature design feel more distinctive than a standard grid slot.
  • +Portal charging gives the session a clear progression point.
  • +96.59% RTP is strong for the format.

Cons

  • -2,000x cap is modest next to Play'n GO's bigger grid slots.
  • -Feature names take a little time to learn.
  • -Players focused on pure upside will find stronger options elsewhere.

Who this slot is for

This is a good fit for players who like grid slots but want a darker adventure atmosphere and more named feature effects than Reactoonz or Moon Princess. It also suits players who care about RTP and readability more than headline max win.

It is less suitable for players who want huge caps or very simple rules. The slot asks you to understand a few wild types before it fully clicks.

Mobile play

The mobile layout stays readable because the 5x5 grid is compact, but the named wild effects are worth checking once before judging the flow.

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FAQ

Is Tome of Madness a line slot?

No. It uses cluster pays on a 5x5 grid.

What is the RTP of Rich Wilde and the Tome of Madness?

The default RTP is 96.59%.

Is the max win high?

Not compared with the biggest modern grid slots. The listed cap is 2,000x bet.