Cygnus 2 - Slot Review: RTP 94% & $5,0M Max Win

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Review	Review and Play	Review and Play	Review and Play	Review and Play	Review and Play
RTP	96.2%	94%	96.2%	96.84%	96.06%
Dev	Play'n GO	ELK Studios	Pragmatic Play	BGaming	Nolimit City
Paylines	4096	262144	40	200704	Cluster pays
Layout	4-4-4-4-4-4	8-8-8-8-8-8	4-4-4-4-4	7-7-7-7-7-7	7-7-7-7-7-7-7
Max Win	30000	50000	5000	6000	41127
Bet	$0.1 - 100	$0.2 - 100	$0.2 - 100	$0.1 - 35	$0.2 - 100
Graphics	4 / 5	5 / 5	5 / 5	4 / 5	5 / 5
Sound	5 / 5	4 / 5	4 / 5	4 / 5	5 / 5
Gameplay	4 / 5	5 / 5	5 / 5	5 / 5	4 / 5
Rewards	4 / 5	4 / 5	4 / 5	4 / 5	4 / 5
Originality	3 / 5	3 / 5	4 / 5	3 / 5	5 / 5
Overall

Overview

Cygnus 2 is a cascading video slot with 6 reels, up to 8 rows, and a whopping 262,144 ways to win. The game utilizes ELK Studios' Avalanche feature, where winning symbols explode and new ones cascade down, allowing for multiple wins per spin.

Set inside a retro observatory, the reels are framed by a glittering gold telescope aimed out onto a mystical night sky. The backdrop shows the Cygnus constellation twinkling above. Symbols include colored gemstones, astronomical signs like scorpions and rams, and glistening suns and moons.

With bets starting at just $0.20, Cygnus 2 accommodates casual spinners and high rollers alike. The RTP sits at 94%, with wins paid out frequently. While not massive, the 50,000x maximum win towers over the original's 5,000x jackpot. Let's take a closer look at what makes this sequel shine so brightly.

My Thoughts Overall

From the moment I loaded Cygnus 2 and was greeted by its dazzling graphics, I knew I was in for a treat. The setting beautifully encapsulates the slot's astrology concept, making you feel as though you've stepped into a planetarium after hours to spin the reels. The twinkling stars of the Cygnus constellation overhead stir that sense of wonder I've always felt gazing into boundless night skies.

The gameplay itself had me enthralled from the first spin, with the Avalanche feature creating exciting cascades and increasing ways-to-win with each new row added. Watching the reels fill with colorful gemstones and astronomical symbols as celestial chimes play is quite mesmerizing. ELK Studios really perfected the cascading mechanic to make every spin feel fresh and dynamic.

In terms of rewards potential, Cygnus 2 exceeds its predecessor by leaps and bounds. A 50,000x maximum win is an astronomical upgrade over the original's 5,000x jackpot. And with multipliers reaching up to 10x, plus the possibility of big symbol drops, some truly cosmic prizes are within reach here. Even if the 94% RTP is slightly below average, the frequent payouts and thrilling bonus potential more than make up for it.

All in all, Cygnus 2 achieves that perfect balance of stunning visual presentation and exciting, reward-filled gameplay that keeps me coming back. ELK Studios made the absolute most of the original's solid foundation, taking Cygnus to the next level in virtually every aspect. I'd rate this sequel as one of their best astrology-themed releases yet!

Bonus Features

One area where Cygnus 2 really ups the ante is with its wealth of thrilling bonus features. Along with the mesmerizing Avalanche cascades, you have Rising Multipliers, Free Drops, and the X-iter purchase options to add layers of excitement. Let's look at what each offers:

Avalanche Feature

Anytime a winning combination lands, those symbols explode and new ones cascade down to fill their spaces. This adds a row to the reels, increasing the ways to win exponentially up to 262,144!

Rising Multipliers

If a 2x, 3x, 5x or 10x multiplier symbol reaches the leftmost reel, it will turn into a wild and multiply any subsequent wins by its amount. Having multipliers persist over multiple cascades can result in astronomical payouts!

Free Drops

Landing a bonus symbol on the leftmost reel triggers 7 free spins, where any multiplier values remain sticky throughout all the cascades. This is where the truly cosmic wins happen!

X-iter

For a variable cost, players can purchase one of five game modes, including guaranteed multipliers and free spins. The Super Bonus instantly buys the Free Drops mode with sticky wild multipliers for 500x your bet.

Each feature synergizes so nicely to create heart-pounding excitement. The X-iter options let you customize bonuses for maximum thrills!

Win Potential

With a maximum win of 50,000x your bet, Cygnus 2 offers tremendous reward potential that significantly eclipses the original slot. While that likely won't come around often with the high volatility, the multipliers and Free Drops bonus open the door for some incredibly huge payouts.

Even on low stakes, five and six-figure prizes are possible, especially if you hit the Super Bonus. During my time with the demo, I achieved a couple five-figure wins even without the bonus. High rollers playing on max bets of $100/spin stand to win absolutely astronomical amounts nearing $5 million if everything aligns perfectly!

While Cygnus 2's 94% RTP is a touch below average, the volatility and features provide so many opportunities for big and mega wins. You'll likely experience dry spells in the base game, but patience can really pay off when those multipliers and Free Drops hit. Overall the payout potential here exceeded my expectations!