Sun of Egypt, released in 2019 by developer 3 Oaks, was a hit upon its release. Now, two years later, 3 Oaks has introduced a sequel, Sun of Egypt 2, which enhances the gaming experience and offers larger rewards. The game’s main structure and gameplay mechanics remain the same, with the popular Hold and Win bonus being a key feature. The backdrop of the sequel is the wind-swept desert sands, a departure from the ancient Egyptian temples of the first game. The soundtrack and majority of the symbols have remained the same, apart from the reel setup that now offers players 25 ways to play. The game is playable on any device and has a betting range of £0.25 to £60 per spin.
One significant change in the sequel is the maximum winning potential, which is now five times bigger than the original – a top jackpot of 5,000x the stake. There are two categories of symbols: high and low, with a total of 8 regular symbols. Wilds are represented by pharaoh symbols and have their own value, paying up to 12x your bet for line wins.
The Free Spins feature is triggered when three Scatter symbols appear on the three middle reels. During the bonus game, low symbols are removed, and retriggers and Bonus Symbols with a random cash value are available. The Hold and Win Respins bonus game is activated when 6 or more Bonus Symbols land anywhere in view.
The game also offers four fixed jackpot prizes: Mini, Minor, and Major Jackpots worth 20x, 50x, and 150x your bet respectively. Filling all 15 symbol positions with bonus or jackpot symbols awards a Grand Jackpot of 5,000x the stake. The success of the original Sun of Egypt was due to its innovative game mechanic. The sequel, however, doesn’t feel as groundbreaking, but more like a slightly altered version of the first game. Despite this, it’s still a good slot game, especially for fans of the Egyptian theme.
