Series
Eastern Emeralds series
Eastern Emeralds slots: fixed lines versus Megaways
Within Asian-themed slots, Quickspin's Eastern Emeralds franchise occupies the niche between a low-volatility fixed-line game and a high-volatility Megaways conversion. Eastern Emeralds establishes the dragon-and-gem formula on a 5x3 grid with 20 paylines, selectable free-spin modes and wild multipliers. Its 96.58% RTP and 16,003x ceiling give the apparently restrained format more reach than its volatility label suggests.
Ranked by Slot Score
| Game | Year | RTP | Volatility | Slot Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Eastern EmeraldsQuickspin | 2018 | 96.58% | Low volatility | 74 |
Eastern Emeralds MegawaysLatestQuickspin | 2022 | 94.05% | High volatility | 76 |
Eastern Emeralds Megaways replaces that controlled line structure with six reels, a 6x7 maximum grid and up to 16,807 ways. The switch to high volatility is reinforced by colossal reels, a free-spins multiplier, bonus buy and gamble option; RTP falls to 94.05%, while the stated ceiling rises to 17,389x. The sequel therefore changes the route to the reward more than the reward itself: reel variation and purchased access replace the original's steadier 20-line rhythm.