Play Alchymedes in New Zealand

Alchymedes turns each pokies session into a sequence of reel levels, with the next stage reached after all 20 positions have appeared in winning lines. Alchymedes was released by Yggdrasil Gaming on 24 January 2017 and uses a 5x4 grid with 60 fixed paylines paying both ways. Alchymedes builds its main action around spreading Wild patterns, potion choices and a Level Completion Multiplier that can reach 100x.

Alchymedes Game Overview

Alchymedes sets five reels and four rows inside a workshop of flasks, scales and mechanical instruments. Alchymedes runs 30 paylines from the left and another 30 from the right. Alchymedes needs three or more matching symbols on neighbouring reels from either outer edge for a normal line win.

Alchymedes records progress visually by turning winning reel positions gold. Alchymedes leaves each recorded position active until every one of the 20 spaces has contributed to a payline. Alchymedes uses the completed board to open the choice that shapes the next level’s feature potential.

Alchymedes Key Game Details

• Developer: Yggdrasil Gaming
• Release date: 24 January 2017
• Game category: Video slot
• Theme: Alchemy laboratory
• Layout: 5 reels x 4 rows
• Paylines: 60 fixed lines, with 30 paying in each direction
• Level target: Mark all 20 reel positions through line wins
• Spreading Wild patterns: More than 15,000
• Level Completion Multiplier: Starts at 1x and can reach 100x
• Random feature awards: 6 possible awards
• Traditional free spins: None
• RTP: 96.10%
• Volatility: Low, rated 2.5 on the platform’s 1-10 scale
• Demo available: Yes
• Jackpot type: None
• Supported formats: Desktop and mobile

Alchymedes is shown at Wildz with 96.10% RTP, a volatility score of 2.5/10 and demo play switched on. Alchymedes does not include a progressive jackpot, and its active rules should be checked in the loaded game panel. Alchymedes configurations may differ between markets or operators.

How Does Alchymedes Work?

Alchymedes deducts the selected stake when a paid spin begins and then evaluates all 60 paylines. Alchymedes can pay matching sequences that start at the far left or the far right, giving the pokies action a bidirectional structure. Alchymedes uses Wild substitutions wherever the current spread places them on valid reel positions.

Alchymedes adds a gold marker whenever a position takes part in a line win for the first time during the level. Alchymedes keeps that marker in place through subsequent spins at the same denomination. Alchymedes does not guarantee that an unmarked position will be included soon, regardless of how long the level has lasted.

Alchymedes Level Progression

Alchymedes defines a completed level as line-win coverage across all 20 reel positions. Alchymedes allows several positions to be marked by one result when multiple qualifying lines cross the grid. Alchymedes moves to its between-level sequence after the last outstanding space turns gold.

Alchymedes saves level progress independently for each available coin denomination. Alchymedes may show a different partially completed board after the denomination changes. Alchymedes progress is persistent, but persistence does not give the player control over the timing or cost of completion.

Alchymedes Spreading Wild Patterns

Alchymedes selects from more than 15,000 possible spreading Wild patterns when a level starts. Alchymedes shows the current design in the green vessel so the potential spread can be seen before a Wild lands. Alchymedes applies the same design throughout that level.

Alchymedes expands a landed Wild only across pattern positions that fit within the 5x4 playing area. Alchymedes does not create replacement symbols for parts of the design that fall outside the grid. Alchymedes chooses both the pattern and the initiating Wild position through its programmed random process.

Alchymedes Level Completion Multiplier

Alchymedes starts a standard level with a 1x Level Completion Multiplier. Alchymedes may add between 1x and 5x to the meter at random on a spin, and the feature can reach 100x. Alchymedes applies the meter only to the payline win that marks the final required grid position.

Alchymedes leaves earlier line wins unmultiplied by the accumulated level value. Alchymedes can alter the starting point through a 2x or 3x random feature after a prior completion. Alchymedes does not make multiplier growth certain unless the specific Rapid Multiplier Growth award has activated for that level.

Alchymedes Scales and Random Features

Alchymedes presents the Alchemist’s Scales between completed levels. Alchymedes asks the player to add either a green potion for stronger Wild-pattern potential or a red potion for stronger multiplier potential. Alchymedes applies the selected direction to the feature setup of the next level.

Alchymedes can also activate one of 6 random awards: a 100-2,000 coin payment, a 2x starter, a 3x starter, 1 extra pattern position, 2 extra pattern positions, or Rapid Multiplier Growth. Alchymedes makes the rapid-growth award increase the multiplier on each spin of that level. Alchymedes does not let a potion choice guarantee which random award, if any, will follow.

Alchymedes RTP

Alchymedes carries a Wildz-listed RTP of 96.10% on the MGA build serving this page. Alchymedes calculates that theoretical percentage over a large number of rounds rather than a short pokies session. Alchymedes can produce an actual return that differs materially from the listed figure.

Alchymedes RTP is not a forecast for the next spin or for the remaining cost of a level. Alchymedes continues to use random results when nineteen positions are marked just as it does at the start. Alchymedes players should read the game information panel to confirm the configuration currently loaded.

Alchymedes Volatility

Alchymedes is rated 2.5/10 on the Wildz platform scale, which places it in the low-volatility range. Alchymedes can still produce runs of non-winning spins and variable times between completed levels. Alchymedes low-volatility classification does not mean the balance cannot fall quickly.

Alchymedes volatility summarizes the expected distribution of payouts within the mathematical model. Alchymedes does not promise a regular schedule of wins or feature events. Alchymedes cannot be made less random by switching denomination, device or spin speed.

Alchymedes Maximum Win

Alchymedes has a verified Level Completion Multiplier ceiling of 100x. Alchymedes uses that figure only for the final winning line of a completed level. Alchymedes does not identify 100x as an overall maximum-win multiple.

Alchymedes platform data does not provide a verified total maximum-win figure for this page. Alchymedes players should consult the active paytable for any win cap or maximum-liability condition attached to the loaded version. Alchymedes reaching a high multiplier does not guarantee that the completing line has a large underlying coin value.

How to Play Alchymedes in New Zealand

Alchymedes play starts by choosing a permitted stake and checking the current level state. Alchymedes then spins the reels, evaluates wins in both directions and updates the gold position markers. Alchymedes displays the Wild pattern to the left and the level multiplier to the right of the playing area.

Alchymedes pauses for a potion choice after all twenty positions have been marked. Alchymedes then establishes the next pattern and multiplier conditions before play resumes. Alchymedes feature controls shape potential behaviour but never determine the random symbols on a later spin.

Can You Play Alchymedes on Mobile?

Yes, Alchymedes can run on compatible phones and tablets as well as desktop computers. Alchymedes retains the 5x4 reel layout, both feature vessels and the level markers on a smaller screen. Alchymedes mobile access requires a supported device, browser and casino connection.

Alchymedes uses the same random mechanics on mobile when the operator supplies the same build. Alchymedes does not improve a player’s chance of covering the final position because the spin is made by touch. Alchymedes mobile players should check the displayed denomination and total stake before confirming each paid round.

Can You Play Alchymedes for Free?

Yes, Alchymedes has a demo option enabled in the Wildz catalogue. Alchymedes free play supplies virtual credits for testing its pokies rules, level sequence and potion choices. Alchymedes demo-credit returns cannot be withdrawn as money.

Alchymedes free results do not influence a subsequent paid session. Alchymedes runs random rounds in both modes, so a pattern or completion seen in demo play is not made more likely with real funds. Alchymedes players should use the information panel to compare the displayed configuration before changing modes.

Alchymedes in New Zealand

Alchymedes online play is covered by the developing regulatory framework established under the Online Casino Gambling Act 2026. Alchymedes customers must be at least 18 years old, and operators must apply the relevant consumer-protection and identity controls. Alchymedes account terms should be reviewed alongside the game’s paytable before a deposit is used.

Alchymedes arrived before the present licensing system and remains a random reel game within that newer framework. Alchymedes should be played with personal deposit, spend and time limits suited to an entertainment budget. Alchymedes saved level progress does not remove the possibility that more wagers will be required before the board is completed.

New Zealand Rules for Alchymedes

Alchymedes online casino play is overseen by the Department of Internal Affairs under the Online Casino Gambling Act 2026. Alchymedes operators must take reasonable steps to ensure customers are 18 or older. Alchymedes customers should use the official operator register once licensed providers are published.

Alchymedes falls within a phased transition that began when the Act took effect on 1 May 2026. Alchymedes may be supplied by qualifying pre-existing operators during the transitional period ending 1 December 2026, after which only operators admitted to the new system may continue. Alchymedes full licence issuance is expected to begin in 2027.