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Book of Dead vs Rise of Olympus

Rise of Olympus wins on certified RTP with 96.50% vs 96.21% on Book of Dead — a 0.29 percentage-point edge. Both titles are from Play'n GO, so the certified-variant ladder rules are the same — only the operator deployment differs.

Last verified: 28 May 2026

Verdict

Rise of Olympus wins on certified RTP with 96.50% vs 96.21% on Book of Dead — a 0.29 percentage-point edge. Over the long run that means Rise of Olympus retains 0.29% more of every wager for the player versus Book of Dead, when both are running their certified ceiling variants. On a $100 stake repeated 1,000 times, that's an extra $2.90 returned statistically.

Important: the certified ceiling is only what you'll see at operators that deploy the highest variant. Book of Dead ships in 5 variants, Rise of Olympus in 5. Operator choice can wipe out an RTP advantage on the headline figure — always check the in-game info panel.

Book of Dead vs Rise of Olympus — FAQ

Which has the better RTP: Book of Dead or Rise of Olympus?

Rise of Olympus wins on certified RTP with 96.50% vs 96.21% on Book of Dead — a 0.29 percentage-point edge.

What are the main differences between Book of Dead and Rise of Olympus?

Book of Dead (Play'n GO, 2016) is a high volatility slot, certified at 96.21% RTP. Rise of Olympus (Play'n GO, 2018) is a high volatility slot, certified at 96.50% RTP. Both come from Play'n GO, so the certified-variant policies are similar.

Should I play Book of Dead or Rise of Olympus?

If pure return-to-player is your only criterion, pick the higher certified RTP and find a casino that deploys it at the ceiling. If volatility and max-win cap matter, compare the volatility and max-win values in the table below — those drive bankroll behaviour far more than the RTP differential.