Behind the Scenes of Age of Pyramids with Lukáš Hrabinsky

A New Look at the Egyptian Slot

As Hrabinsky explains, the goal was not to create another Egyptian-themed slot, but to completely redefine it. The team focused on exploring this world so that each of the five reels would have its own distinct function. This is meant to be five paths to discovering ancient secrets.

The 5×3 layout with five paylines may at first glance seem classic, however, each reel has a unique Scatter symbol that unlocks a specific feature. The theme is complemented by mythological characters such as Anubis, Thoth, Bastet, and Horus, while medium-low volatility, an RTP of 95.92%, and a maximum win of 1000x make the game attractive to a wide range of players. According to Hrabinsky, such a design also provides flexibility to operators, especially for free spins campaigns.

From Notes to the Final Concept

The pyramid became the central visual symbol of Age of Pyramids. Not only because of its iconic shape but also due to the strong identity around which the design process took place. Hrabinsky revealed that the idea was born from a combination of personal notes, market research, and team brainstorming, with the goal of refining mechanics known from previous games.

One of the main innovations is the introduction of five independent features based on individual reels. The idea came from the question: “What if each reel was its own playground?”. The implementation required complex balancing of the game’s math and intensive testing to ensure each feature was exciting and satisfying.

Five Unique Reel Features

Each reel in Age of Pyramids offers a different mechanic:

• Hold and Respin (Reel 1): Landing a Scatter locks it in place and triggers respins, with the possibility of filling all positions and winning 1000x.
• Win Respins (Reel 2): Guarantees a win in each of up to five respins, ensuring continuous action.
• Mystery Feature (Reel 3): Awards up to 500x the bet depending on the number of Scatters collected, appealing to fans of surprises.
• Wild Respins (Reel 4): Adds up to five Wild symbols that remain in place until a win is achieved.
• Multiplier Respins (Reel 5): Increases winnings with a random multiplier of up to 10x.

Hrabinsky emphasized that balancing these features was one of the biggest challenges, but great experience and teamwork proved to be key.

Visual and Sound Inspirations from Mythology

The audiovisual design aimed to pay tribute to Egyptian mythology in a modern form. The team drew inspiration from hieroglyphs, ancient art, and mythological texts, combining them with stylized animations and dynamic lighting. Characters such as Anubis, Thoth, and Bastet underwent many changes to achieve a balance between authenticity and visual appeal.

Sound in the game also plays a key role in building the atmosphere. It is meant to transport players to ancient Egypt. In creating it, the team was inspired by historical sounds, adapting them to cinematic and immersive effects.

Eighteen Months from Idea to Release

The process of creating the slot lasted about 18 months and included designing the five reel features, refining the payout structure, meeting certification requirements, and ensuring the final polish. As Hrabinsky points out, none of the planned features were removed, as often happens with other games. All were only improved and refined during the work.

Summing up the final result, Hrabinsky said he is proud that Age of Pyramids is a game that is accessible, engaging, and offers interesting depth without overwhelming the player. Low volatility allows for longer sessions, and the unique features keep the gameplay fresh.

The greatest achievement was taking creative risks instead of relying on safe, well-known mechanics. The result is a slot that combines myth, innovation, and a strategic approach to design. It is a modern pyramid created to stand out in the crowded iGaming market.