Rise of Maya Slot Game

Net Ent’s Rise of Maya is a beautifully crafted Aztec-themed slot that is packed with detail and the promise of big wins thanks to its 6000x jackpot.

But let’s take a look beneath the bonnet to see if Rise of Maya has the backend goods to make it a top slot.

Game Details

The 5×3 playboard that greets players on arrival isn’t anything to get particularly excited about, but it’s a tried and tested setup that players know and like. The playing symbols themselves take on an Azteccy theme and are beautifully rendered, with a special mention for the mask symbols that look particularly authentic.

A $€£0.10 minimum bet means there is a nice, low barrier to entry for small-stakes players, and while the $€£75 max bet per spin isn’t the highest we’ve seen on the market it’s still competitive and should provide coverage to the vast majority of the slot audience.

RTP

The Returns To Player (RTP) rate is as important as ever in 2021 and Rise of Maya weighs in at 96.42% which nestles it nicely above our typical minimum requirement of at least 95%. The game’s volatility, at least from our experience, was fairly modest and we enjoyed a steady stream of small and medium wins during our test session.

Payouts

The lowest-paying wins come when you land at least three matching symbols along one of the game’s ten paylines. However, to land the more lucrative wins you just need to match up two of the game’s premium mask symbols. Of course, matching only two symbols gives you the smallest bonus available from that symbol, but matching up four or five in one spin can land some huge payouts.

Visuals

On first impression, you would be forgiven for thinking that Rise of Maya is yet another Aztec slot, but Net Ent have really gone the extra mile to create a visually beautiful game that has extra splashes of detail on the outskirts of the playboard to wrap everything together. The slot’s soundtrack is pretty understated but that’s very much a good thing, as an intense soundtrack would almost distract you from the aesthetic beauty of the game.

Bonuses

If you’re a fan of multiple wilds then Rise of Maya has certainly got you covered. With four different wilds on offer you have a great chance of triggering the game’s free spins round, which comes about when you land at least three wilds or scatters in a single spin. This round grants you a pretty lowly ten free spins, but hey, free spins are free spins!

Casino77 Verdict

Rise of Maya is one of those games that will quickly form a soft spot for many players thanks to its stunning visuals and unique playing ambience. However, the general gameplay isn’t the most gripping we’ve seen and the dial could be turned up a few notches on that front. But all things considered, it’s certainly a “hit” rather than a “miss”.