Duel of Kings
Duel of Kings
Last updated on June 7th, 2025
Advantages & Disadvantages
- Sticky Wilds with guaranteed respins
- Free Spins with enhanced payouts
- x5,000 max win potential
- Slick, high-quality medieval design
- Hits the nostalgia if you’re into classic knight vibes
- Decent RTP at 96.2%
- No buy bonus feature—sorry, turbo fans
- Gameplay can feel sluggish between features
- Very similar to other Apollo titles
- Base game’s a bit dry without wilds landing
Alright, I’ll admit it—Duel of Kings had me at the loading screen. Swords clashing, moody organ music, and two medieval dudes staring each other down like it’s Game of Thrones on a budget. Props to Apollo Games for at least trying to set a scene. But once the reels started spinning, did the thrill hold up? Ehh… kinda.
The theme? It’s knights, castles, and everything you’d expect from a game called Duel of Kings. You’ve seen this before. Probably more than once. But at least it’s presented nicely. The visuals are crisp, with a polished golden trim to everything—and they managed to avoid making the kings look like cartoon clowns, so that’s a win.
The base game is… well, it’s a slot. 5 reels, 3 rows, and 20 paylines. You spin, you hope, you wait. Not a lot of fireworks unless the Sticky Wilds decide to show up. When they do, though, you get a guaranteed respin that can lead to a chain reaction of hits. It’s the kind of mechanic that feels exciting—until it doesn’t show up for 40 spins.
Now, the Free Spins round is where things perk up. You’ll need three scatters to trigger it (of course), and once inside, you’ll get enhanced symbols and the potential for Sticky Wilds to make a comeback. It’s not revolutionary, but it’s not bad either. A few good hits and the round can actually deliver something close to that juicy x5,000 max win.
Stats-wise, we’re sitting at a 96.2% RTP with medium-to-high volatility. It leans more “tease and burst” than “constant drip,” so don’t expect love on every spin. Bet range is pretty flexible, covering casuals and higher rollers alike, but if you’re the type who likes to smash a bonus buy button—yeah, not here. You’re gonna have to earn it.
Biggest gripe? It’s just… familiar. If you’ve played other Apollo titles, this will feel like slipping into an old pair of shoes. Comfy, yes. But also kind of uninspired. There’s a nagging “haven’t I played this already?” feeling that’s hard to shake.
Still, if you’re into medieval themes and like your slots with a side of sticky wild action, Duel of Kings isn’t the worst way to kill time. Just don’t expect it to reinvent the round table.
Give the free demo a spin and see if you’re ready to wear the crown-or just break the reels.
