What the studios actually shipped
9 Pots of Gold is a Gameburger Studios build published under the Microgaming umbrella. Single RTP configuration at 96.24%. Wheel bonus, four fixed prize tiers, 4,000x cap.
Chests of Gold is All41 Studios, also Microgaming-distributed, released with a variable RTP range depending on operator configuration. The public range runs 94.25% to 96.40%. Feature is a pick-and-click chest bonus, medium volatility, 2,000x cap.
Side by side
| Metric | 9 Pots of Gold | Chests of Gold |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | Gameburger Studios | All41 Studios |
| Distributor | Microgaming | Microgaming |
| Release | August 2020 | January 2022 |
| Reels / rows | 5 x 3 | 5 x 3 |
| Paylines | 20 fixed | 25 fixed |
| RTP | 96.24% | 94.25% - 96.40% (variable) |
| Volatility | Medium-high | Medium |
| Max win | 4,000x | 2,000x |
| Bonus trigger | 3+ scatter, wheel | 3+ scatter, pick chests |
| Min / max bet | $0.20 to $30 | $0.10 to $20 |
Where each one wins
9 Pots takes the ceiling contest at 4,000x versus 2,000x. It also takes the RTP contest against Chests of Gold's most common 95% configuration.
Chests of Gold wins on session length. Medium volatility means smaller, more regular hits and a longer bankroll runway. The bonus round is interactive rather than a wheel spin, which suits players who like pick-a-prize mechanics.
Before you load either at Shuffle
Confirm the RTP configuration for Chests of Gold in Shuffle's game info panel. Reputable operators post the version they run. The math above assumes standard values.
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