How does the escalating multiplier work?

Initial free spins pay at 2x multiplier. Reaching a new 'tomb level' through retriggers steps the multiplier up: 3x at level 2, 4x at level 3, 5x at level 4 — and so on up to a published ceiling.

How is Cleopatra II different from the original Cleopatra?

The free spin feature is fundamentally different. Cleopatra uses a flat 3x multiplier across 15 spins. Cleopatra II starts at 2x but escalates through tomb levels on retriggers, producing a much higher ceiling and much higher variance.

Cleopatra II — The IGT Sequel with an Escalating Tomb Multiplier

Q: What is the RTP of Cleopatra II?

Cleopatra II online runs at approximately 95.76% RTP, slightly higher than the original Cleopatra pokie.

Cleopatra II pokie by IGT — sequel with escalating tomb multiplier free spin feature

Cleopatra II is the pokie IGT built when they looked at the wild success of the original Cleopatra and asked: what if the feature could actually build? Released in 2007, it keeps the 5-reel, 20-line skeleton of the original but rebuilds the free spin round around a tomb-level escalation mechanic. Initial free spins pay at 2×. Retrigger and you move up a tomb level — 3× multiplier. Retrigger again, 4×. And on up through the tomb.

That one change shifted the pokie's entire volatility profile. Cleopatra was medium-to-high volatility with a reliable 3× ceiling. Cleopatra II is high volatility with no meaningful upper bound in a hot session — the rare player who chains retriggers through the tomb levels can walk away with a feature total multiple times what the original could deliver. Those players are rare. Most sessions end on level 1.

At a glance

Higher RTP than the original, significantly higher volatility thanks to the tomb-level progression. The 2× initial multiplier feels weaker than Cleopatra's 3×, but the escalation mechanic has a much higher ceiling. Suits players who'd rather chase a rare big session than book a reliable smaller one.

How Cleopatra II plays

Five reels, 20 fixed paylines, left-to-right wins. The paytable is mostly a refresh of the original Cleopatra's — the Queen, the Sphinx, the Scarab, the Ankh and Egyptian royals remain. What's new is the presentation: sharper art, more detailed hieroglyphic framing, and an ambient reel-frame animation that changes subtly as you progress through tomb levels during free spins.

Bet range runs A$0.01 to A$5 per line, giving A$0.20 – A$100 across all 20 lines. Like the original, Cleopatra II uses fixed-line pokies maths — no ways-to-win format.

Bonus features

Sphinx scatter — triggers free spins when three or more land anywhere on the reels. Pays scattered regardless of line position.
Free spin feature (tomb-level progression) — starts at Tomb Level 1 with 15 free spins at 2× multiplier. Reaching Level 2 via retrigger steps the multiplier up to 3×. Subsequent levels step further: 4× at Level 3, 5× at Level 4, and so on up to the published ceiling.
Cleopatra wild — substitutes for all symbols except the Sphinx scatter. Appears throughout base game and feature.
Retriggers drive progression — three more Sphinx scatters during the feature don't just add spins; they level up your tomb, stepping the multiplier with every successful retrigger.
Gamble feature — standard red/black gamble on any base-game win.

Theme, graphics and sound

Same palette as the original — golds, navy blues, hieroglyph-framed reels — but with visibly sharper art. As you progress through tomb levels during free spins, the reel frame changes background to reflect your depth: Level 1 is the entrance, Level 5+ is deep in the pyramid. Sound design layers additional tracks as you descend — the characteristic Cleopatra sting is preserved and joined by deeper ambient drones at higher levels.

Mobile play

The HTML5 build translates well to mobile. The tomb-level display sits in a compact side panel that's legible in both portrait and landscape. Retrigger notifications are clear — you can see immediately when you've stepped up a level. Autoplay works on the base game; free spins run automatically through the tomb progression.

Where to play Cleopatra II with PayID

Cleopatra II has moderate distribution — appears at most casinos that carry IGT content. Current PayID-friendly picks:

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Cleopatra II is a high-volatility pokie — base-game hit rate is lower than the original. If you're clearing bonus wagering, the original Cleopatra is a smoother choice.

Similar pokies worth trying

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FAQ

What is the RTP of Cleopatra II?

Approximately 95.76% on the online version — a touch higher than the original Cleopatra's 95.02%.

How many tomb levels can you reach?

The feature can progress through multiple tomb levels via retrigger. Published ceilings vary by implementation but most online builds cap at Level 5 or 6 with multipliers up to 10× or 12×. Reaching the top is rare — statistically you're more likely to finish the session on Level 1.

Is Cleopatra II a bonus-buy pokie?

No. There's no bonus-buy option — free spins can only be triggered the traditional way, with three or more Sphinx scatters on a qualifying base-game spin.

Does the Cleopatra wild multiplier stack with tomb multipliers?

Yes. The Cleopatra wild still carries its 2× multiplier on any winning payline she contributes to, and this multiplies against the current tomb-level multiplier. A Level 3 spin (4×) with a Cleopatra wild on the payline therefore pays at 8×.

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