Series
Chests of Cai Shen series
Chests of Cai Shen series: which entry comes first?
Which entry best introduces Pragmatic Play's Chests of Cai Shen series, the original chest-respin game or its expanded Hold and Win sequel? Chests of Cai Shen is the clearer starting point: a high-volatility 5x3 slot with 25 paylines, a Hold and Spin bonus and a 10,000x maximum win. Its compact bet range also keeps the focus on the bonus structure rather than stake flexibility.
Ranked by Slot Score
| Game | Year | RTP | Volatility | Slot Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 Chests of Cai ShenPragmatic Play | 2024 | 95.47% | High volatility | 65 |
 Chests of Cai Shen 2LatestPragmatic Play | 2025 | 96.5% | High volatility | 75 |
Chests of Cai Shen 2 retains the 5x3, 25-line frame but raises the ceiling to 15,000x and the listed RTP from 95.47% to 96.5%. More importantly, it turns the bonus into a busier system built around symbol collection, respins, fixed jackpots, multipliers and a changing reel set. The original presents the core idea with fewer moving parts; the sequel increases both the potential reward and the number of events that can reshape the bonus.