Hacksaw Gaming Presents

LE ZEUS

Unleash the power of Olympus with Mystery Reels, three epic bonus modes, and a maximum win of 20,000x your bet across a 6x5 grid with 19 paylines

Play Online
RTP 96.26%
Max Win 20,000x
Volatility High
Paylines 19

Game Mechanics

Grid Layout
6x5
Total Cells
30
Paylines
19
Bet Range
£0.10-£50
Release Date
Aug 2025

Le Zeus: Where Greek Mythology Meets Modern Slot Innovation

Hacksaw Gaming's Le Zeus transforms the traditional Greek mythology theme into a high-volatility slot experience featuring a unique 6x5 grid with 30 cells and 19 paylines. Released in August 2025, this slot distinguishes itself through its Mystery Reel mechanics that land vertically on reels 2, 3, 4, and 5, revealing either high-paying symbols, Wilds, or triggering sticky respin sequences.

The game's visual presentation draws from ancient Greek aesthetics with a gradient sky background transitioning from light blue to pink-purple sunset tones, framed by Ionic columns and golden Greek ornamental borders. Zeus himself stands to the left of the grid whilst an anthropomorphic badger antagonist occupies the right side, creating a narrative tension that plays out through the game's various features.

Symbol Paytable

Wild (W Shield)
6x: 20.00x bet
Warrior Helmet
6x: 10.00x bet
Pegasus Wings
6x: 5.00x bet
Theatre Masks
6x: 1.00x bet
Crossed Swords
6x: 1.00x bet
Beer Mug
6x: 0.50x bet
Greek Pottery
6x: 0.50x bet
Greek Letters
6x: 0.30x bet

Mystery Reel Mechanics

Mystery symbols appear exclusively on reels 2, 3, 4, and 5 in vertical formations. When they land, they reveal either all high-paying symbols, all Wild symbols, or create Mystery Reels. If high-paying or Wild symbols are revealed, the Mystery symbols become sticky and trigger a respin sequence where they revert to Mystery state but remain locked in position throughout the respins. This mechanic creates substantial win potential as multiple Mystery stacks can accumulate across the middle reels.

Bonus Features

Bolt & Run
Triggered by 3 FS Scatter symbols
Awards 8 free spins with sticky Mystery symbols throughout the entire bonus round. All Mystery symbols that land remain in position for the duration of the feature, with a minimum coin value of 1x. The high volatility and 96.33% RTP make this the most balanced bonus mode.
Buy for 80x bet (£8.00)
Myth-Taken Identity
Triggered by 4 FS Scatter symbols
Provides 8 free spins with a Mystery Meter positioned outside the grid requiring 25 Mystery symbols to fill. Upon completion, a reward spin fills the entire grid with Mystery Reels revealing only Coins, Diamonds, Clover symbols, or Pots of Gold. First reward has Bronze minimum values, subsequent rewards escalate to Silver then Gold minimums. Medium volatility with 96.25% RTP.
Buy for 300x bet (£30.00)
Gods Just Wanna Have Fun
Triggered by 5 FS Scatter symbols
The hidden epic bonus combining Bolt & Run sticky mechanics with the Mystery Meter system. Reels 2, 3, 4, and 5 begin filled with Mystery symbols, with a minimum coin value of 5x. This is the premium bonus mode offering the highest potential for reaching the 20,000x maximum win.
Hidden Epic Bonus

Collection Symbol System

Le Zeus implements a tiered collection system with Bronze coins (0.2x to 4x), Silver coins (5x to 20x), Gold coins (25x to 100x), and Diamond symbols (150x to 500x). Green and Gold Clover symbols apply multipliers ranging from x2 to x20. The Pot of Gold symbol collects all values from coins, diamonds, and other pots, activating from top to bottom and left to right across the grid.

Feature Spins Options

Bonushunt Mode
Costs 3x base bet per spin and increases bonus trigger probability by 5x. With 96.1% RTP, this mode accelerates your path to the bonus rounds whilst maintaining near-optimal return rates. The orange ACTIVATE button engages this enhanced probability state.
Le God Mode
At 50x base bet cost, this premium mode guarantees a minimum of 6 Mystery symbols on every spin. Maintains the standard 96.26% RTP but FS symbols cannot land during this mode. Ideal for players seeking consistent Mystery Reel action without waiting for natural triggers.

RTP Breakdown Across Game Modes

The base game operates at 96.26% RTP with high volatility, matching the Le God Mode featurespins RTP. Bonushunt featurespins run at 96.1%, representing a minimal 0.16% reduction for the enhanced bonus probability. Among the bonus games, Bolt & Run offers the highest RTP at 96.33% with high volatility, whilst Myth-Taken Identity provides 96.25% RTP with medium volatility, and Gods Just Wanna Have Fun maintains the 96.26% base RTP.

Strategic Betting Considerations

With a bet range from £0.10 to £50.00 and a maximum win capped at 20,000x bet, Le Zeus allows for potential wins up to £1,000,000 at maximum stake. The high volatility base game means extended periods without significant wins are expected, but the Mystery Reel mechanics provide regular engagement through respin features. The 19 paylines operating left to right on adjacent reels starting from the leftmost position create multiple winning opportunities on each spin.

Players should note that upon reaching the 20,000x maximum win, the round immediately ends and all remaining features including free spins are cancelled. This protection mechanism ensures the game operates within its mathematical model whilst providing a clear win ceiling.

Keyboard Controls and Accessibility

Le Zeus offers comprehensive keyboard navigation with SHIFT combinations controlling all functions. SHIFT + S toggles sound, SHIFT + M controls music, and SHIFT + T adjusts turbo speed. The bonus menu opens with SHIFT + B or F, with quick buy options accessible via SHIFT + 1/2/3/4 for immediate bonus purchases. Autoplay controls through SHIFT + A with round selection via arrow keys.

The game complies with Directive (EU) 2019/882 accessibility standards, featuring screen reader support that announces the 6 by 5 grid structure, symbol identifications, and balance updates. Symbols differentiate through shapes and patterns beyond colour coding, meeting WCAG 2.1 AA contrast standards for colourblind players.

Responsible Gaming

Le Zeus includes configurable session limits, loss limits with multiple preset options (5x, 20x, 50x bet or custom), and single win limits (10x, 20x, 75x bet or custom). The autoplay feature can be set to stop on special feature wins. A game rounds counter provides reality check functionality. For more information, visit www.hacksawgaming.com.