The Cursed King is a Backseat Gaming video slot released in February 2024 with an Ancient Egyptian tomb setting and a 5x5 reel layout. The Cursed King evaluates wins across 19 fixed paylines and centres its action on full-reel Pharaoh wilds. The Cursed King can attach multipliers of up to 100x to those expanded wild reels.
The Cursed King uses five reels with five symbol positions on each reel. The Cursed King forms line wins when at least three matching symbols land on consecutive reels from the left. The Cursed King includes standard wild symbols as well as the larger Cursed King Wild Reel mechanic.
The Cursed King develops its main feature during the bonus round, where expanded kings can move between adjacent reels. The Cursed King combines the values when two moving kings meet on the same reel. The Cursed King removes a king after it walks beyond either outside edge of the grid.
The Cursed King is listed by Wildz with high volatility and demo access. The Cursed King may be supplied in different mathematical configurations in other markets, so the active in-game information panel remains the relevant source for the version being played. The Cursed King feature-buy options are available only where local rules permit them and are disabled by Great Britain-licensed operators.
The Cursed King deducts the selected stake when a spin begins and then checks the resulting symbols against its 19 paylines. The Cursed King pays qualifying combinations that begin on the first reel and continue across adjacent reels. The Cursed King applies any active wild-reel multiplier after identifying the relevant line win.
The Cursed King can expand a landed Pharaoh into a full Cursed King Wild Reel when the same result contains a win. The Cursed King uses that expanded reel as a substitute for regular pay symbols. The Cursed King does not let a betting pattern determine when the Pharaoh appears or what multiplier it reveals.
The Cursed King reveals a multiplier of 2x, 3x, 4x, 5x, 10x, 15x, 20x, 25x, 50x or 100x when a qualifying Pharaoh expands. The Cursed King covers the complete reel with the expanded wild and multiplies wins that pass through it. The Cursed King adds the displayed values together before applying them when one win includes more than one expanded king.
The Cursed King can produce its Wild Reel mechanic in the base game as well as during feature play. The Cursed King treats every multiplier as part of the random result rather than a value selected by the player. The Cursed King therefore does not make a larger multiplier more likely after a sequence of lower values.
The Cursed King keeps expanded kings in view during the bonus action and awards respins while at least one remains on the grid. The Cursed King moves each active full-reel wild one position left or right on every respin. The Cursed King merges two kings that occupy the same reel and combines their multipliers.
The Cursed King removes a walking king when its next movement carries it beyond reel one or reel five. The Cursed King may extend the feature through respins, but the direction of movement and the resulting wins remain random. The Cursed King cannot be made to keep a king on the grid through stake size or spin timing.
The Cursed King awards 3, 4 or 5 free spins when 3, 4 or 5 scatter symbols land in the base game. The Cursed King does not deduct another base stake for those awarded spins. The Cursed King uses persistent moving Wild Reels and respins to extend the action while a king remains visible.
The Cursed King does not place additional scatter symbols into the free-spins round. The Cursed King can still end the feature after the awarded spins and any qualifying respins have been completed. The Cursed King does not guarantee a profit or the maximum multiplier during the round.
The Cursed King carries a Wildz volatility rating of 8/10, which falls in the high range. The Cursed King can therefore produce uneven result patterns, with quiet periods separated by less frequent feature activity or larger wins. The Cursed King requires a stake plan that allows for that variance.
The Cursed King volatility describes the distribution of results rather than a promise about session length. The Cursed King does not become due to pay after a losing sequence. The Cursed King generates each round independently under its programmed mathematics.
The Cursed King has a verified maximum win of 12,500x the stake. The Cursed King can reach that cap in the base game or feature modes. The Cursed King ends or limits a result once the configured maximum has been reached.
The Cursed King maximum is a ceiling and not an expected return. The Cursed King does not increase the chance of reaching the cap when the stake is raised. The Cursed King players should choose stakes from their own budget rather than from the advertised maximum.
The Cursed King starts after the player selects a permitted stake and activates a spin. The Cursed King then evaluates the 19 paylines, applies wild substitutions and resolves any qualifying Pharaoh expansion. The Cursed King information panel explains symbol values, feature rules and the configuration in use.
The Cursed King feature-buy menu is not offered by Great Britain-licensed operators because purchased slot features are prohibited. The Cursed King is also subject to statutory online-slot stake limits of £2 per game cycle for players aged 18–24 and £5 for players aged 25 or older. The Cursed King should be played only with a preset entertainment budget and never as a way to recover losses.
Yes, The Cursed King can be played on compatible mobile phones and tablets. The Cursed King adapts its 5x5 layout and controls to supported smaller screens. The Cursed King retains the same core Wild Reel, respin and free-spins rules on mobile.
The Cursed King mobile performance depends on the browser, device and connection used. The Cursed King does not alter its random mathematics because the screen size changes. The Cursed King players should confirm the stake shown before every mobile spin.
Yes, The Cursed King has a demo mode that uses virtual credits rather than withdrawable money. The Cursed King demo can show how the paylines, expanded kings and walking respins behave. The Cursed King demo results do not create cash winnings.
The Cursed King free version uses the same style of random round generation without placing a real-money stake. The Cursed King demo cannot show that any paid session will follow the same sequence. The Cursed King free-play access at a Great Britain-licensed operator requires age verification.
The Cursed King may be offered by online operators holding the appropriate Gambling Commission permission and carrying the Backseat Gaming title. The Cursed King players in Great Britain must be at least 18 years old and complete the required identity checks. The Cursed King remains subject to the operator’s account, payment and safer-gambling controls.
The Cursed King appears in the international Wildz catalogue, while Wildz states that visitors from the United Kingdom are redirected to partner casinos. The Cursed King players should check the Gambling Commission public register before using a British gambling site. The Cursed King should not be accessed through an operator that lacks the required permission.
The Cursed King real-money play in Great Britain is regulated by the Gambling Commission under the Gambling Act 2005 framework. The Cursed King operators must verify identity and age before gambling and before access to free-to-play gambling games. The Cursed King online slot stakes are limited by age group.
The Cursed King rules below apply to England, Scotland and Wales, while Northern Ireland has a separate legal framework. The Cursed King players should use licensed services and set personal spending and time limits. The Cursed King outcomes remain random regardless of verification status or account history.
| Area | United Kingdom Rule |
|---|---|
| Minimum online gambling age | 18+ |
| Main regulator | Gambling Commission |
| Online casino licensing | Operators serving Great Britain must hold the appropriate Gambling Commission permission |
| Identity checks | Name, address and date of birth must be verified before gambling |
| Maximum online slot stake, ages 18–24 | £2 per game cycle |
| Maximum online slot stake, ages 25+ | £5 per game cycle |
| Free demo access at licensed operators | Age verification is required before access |
| Wildz status for UK visitors | Wildz states that UK visitors are redirected to partner casinos |
Min/Max Bet:
€
0.10 –
100.00
Volatility:
High
(8/10)
Platform:
Desktop & Mobile
Developer:
Backseat Gaming
Game Type:
Slots