KA Gaming Horror Slot
Frankenstein Slot
A 5x3 reel set, 50 fixed paylines, and a mega reel bonus built around KA Gaming's Frankenstein theme.
- Number of lines
- 50
- Max payout
- 1000x
- Reels
- 5x3
- Volatility rating
- medium
Frankenstein is a medium-volatility 5x3 video slot from KA Gaming with 50 fixed paylines. The free spins round triggers from 9 scatter symbols across reels 2, 3, and 4, and can activate a mega reel feature where the middle reels merge into one large reel. The advertised max win sits at 1000x stake.
- 50 fixed paylines on a standard 5x3 grid
- Free spins tied to a 9-scatter trigger, not the usual 3-symbol pattern
- Available in demo mode on desktop and mobile
Frankenstein specifications
- Provider
- KA Gaming
- Reels
- 5
- Paylines
- 50
- Volatility
- medium
- Max win
- 1000x
- Bet range
- 0.01 – 5
- Released
- February 2020
Estimate a theoretical payout
Top win at this stake: C$
Figures below reflect the theoretical ceiling of 1000x stake reported for Frankenstein. Real sessions depend on the outcome of the mega reel and free spins, and results will vary from any calculated projection.
Strengths and drawbacks
| Pros | Cons |
|---|---|
| 50 fixed paylines keep every spin structurally simple to read | A 1000x stake ceiling is modest next to newer horror-themed releases with five-figure multipliers |
| Mega reel mechanic gives the free spins round a distinct rhythm versus standard tumble or hold-and-win formats | No confirmed bonus buy option, so the free spins round can only be reached organically |
| Medium volatility suits players who want steadier session length over big variance swings | Visual presentation reads as dated compared to KA Gaming's more recent titles |
Confirmed features
- Wild symbol substitutes for regular paying symbols across the grid
- Scatter symbol triggers the free spins round when 9 land on reels 2, 3, and 4
- Mega reel feature can activate during free spins, merging middle reels into one large reel
- 8 free spins awarded once the trigger condition is met
- Demo mode available with no registration required
- Full support across desktop and mobile browsers
How Frankenstein plays on the reels
Frankenstein sits on a standard 5x3 grid but breaks from the usual 3-scatter free spins pattern. Nine scatter symbols must land across reels 2, 3, and 4 before the bonus opens, which makes the round rarer than in most comparable slots and gives it more weight when it does land.
Once free spins begin, the mega reel feature can turn the middle reels into a single oversized reel. This changes how symbols populate the grid mid-round, and it is the mechanic that separates Frankenstein from KA Gaming's more conventional titles.
RTP figures for Frankenstein are reported between 96.0% and 96.39% depending on the source, and it is not confirmed whether this reflects different live configurations or simply inconsistent reporting across casinos.
The 50 fixed paylines keep base gameplay straightforward: no cluster pays, no shifting ways-to-win, just standard left-to-right combinations. That simplicity, paired with medium volatility, makes the base game feel calmer than the horror theme might suggest.
Session pacing rewards patience. With the free spins trigger requiring 9 scatters rather than 3, the bonus round arrives less often, so players chasing frequent feature hits may find the wait longer than on faster-cycling slots.
About KA Gaming
KA Gaming is an Asia-based studio with a catalogue spanning table games, video slots, and live dealer products. Frankenstein, released in February 2020, is one of its horror-themed video slots and reflects the developer's typical approach of pairing a straightforward paylines structure with one distinguishing bonus mechanic.
Terms used on this page
- Mega reel
- A bonus feature in which the middle reels merge into a single large reel during free spins.
- Scatter symbol
- The symbol that triggers the free spins round when 9 land on reels 2, 3, and 4.
- Wild symbol
- A symbol that substitutes for other paying symbols to complete winning combinations.
- Fixed paylines
- A set number of paylines, here 50, that stay constant on every spin regardless of bet size.
- Bonus trigger symbol
- A symbol referenced in some descriptions as activating the bonus and mega reel feature.
Release history
- Frankenstein released by KA Gaming as a horror-themed video slot.
How Frankenstein compares
Many competing titles advertise higher max-win multipliers and more frequent bonus triggers than Frankenstein's 9-scatter requirement and 1000x ceiling.
More recent KA Gaming slots tend to lean on updated visuals and additional bonus modifiers, while Frankenstein keeps a single mega reel mechanic as its main differentiator.
Frankenstein requires 9 scatters across reels 2, 3, and 4 rather than the common 3-anywhere pattern, making the round less frequent but more distinct when it hits.
Common questions about Frankenstein
How does the mega reel feature change the middle reels during free spins?
During the bonus round, the middle reels can merge into one larger reel, altering how symbols land compared to the standard base-game grid.
Why do some sources list free spins as unavailable in Frankenstein?
Reporting is inconsistent across casino listings; most sources confirm a free spins round tied to a 9-scatter trigger, though at least one listing omits it entirely.
What happens when 9 scatter symbols land on reels 2, 3, and 4?
Landing 9 scatters across those specific reels triggers 8 free spins, which can then activate the mega reel feature.
Is Frankenstein confirmed to be playable in Canadian online casinos?
Canadian-facing casino pages list the game for play, and no verified evidence points to Canada-specific exclusion.
Does the demo version include the mega reel and free spins?
Demo mode is confirmed as available and reflects the same reels, paylines, and bonus mechanics as real-money play.
What's the difference between the wild and the bonus trigger symbol?
The wild substitutes for regular paying symbols to complete combinations, while the bonus trigger symbol is tied to activating the free spins and mega reel round.
Is a 1000x stake max win considered high for this volatility level?
For a medium-volatility slot, 1000x is a moderate ceiling rather than a standout figure compared to higher-variance releases in the same theme.
Can you confirm whether bonus buy is offered for Frankenstein?
No, bonus buy availability for this title is not confirmed by any source reviewed.
Try Frankenstein now
Play at partner casinoLaunch the demo to see the mega reel feature firsthand, or play at a partner casino offering the game in Canada. Players must be 19+ in most provinces, and 18+ in Alberta, Manitoba, and Quebec.