Faust (Novomatic) – Review & Demo Play

Faust – Our Slot Review

I’ve played Faust by Novomatic since its release on 15.01.2015. It’s a 5-reel slot with 1 - 10 betways and a Book-style core that mixes traditional spins with expanding wins. The game carries High volatility with 95.1% RTP and a max win of x5000, which fits my high risk sessions. I rate the maths as balanced for this genre, with dry spells offset by strong bonus bursts. If you enjoy wilds and scatters doing double duty, this one still holds up.

RTP, Volatility and Max Win in Faust

Faust lists a 95.1% RTP, which I treat as long-term guidance rather than a promise. The High volatility is clear in how the balance swings, with stretches of light hits and then a surge when features land. The headline potential sits at x5000, so the game can pay when premiums connect or expansions align. I treat stake size with respect here, starting modest and stepping up only when the session flow looks stable.

Stakes run from 0.01 to 100 per spin, with 1 - 10 selectable lines. I favour full lines to catch scattered premiums during base play and the best coverage in free games. The model tolerates patience more than aggression, so I bank small wins and wait for the feature to do the heavy lifting. On a cold run I drop lines or stakes to slow the burn, then rebuild when the bonus starts showing up.

Bonus Features in Faust

The Scatter acts as the Wild, so it substitutes and pays on its own. Landing enough books brings free games, where Expanding Symbols carry the win weight. When a chosen symbol expands across reels, lines pay as if on all positions, so a single spin can swing the session. This is the classic Book mechanic, and in Faust it still has bite, especially when a premium gets the expansion role.

I also use the Gamble feature when the board runs warm. Doubling a small or medium hit can tidy the curve, but I avoid gambling feature wins or big line pays. The card game is fast and simple, which suits the pace between features. If the base game dries up, I stop using Gamble and save ammo for the next trigger. That rhythm has kept my sessions steady on this high risk slot.

Faust Symbols and Paytable

The paytable is clear. The Scatter, which is also the Wild, pays x2 for three, x20 for four, and x200 for five. It also substitutes for regular symbols to build lines. This double role is the heartbeat of the game, since the same icon both triggers free games and delivers solid wins during base play. When books land across the grid, you can feel the variance tighten and the balance jump.

Premium symbols carry the top payouts. The highest pays up to x500 for five of a kind and x1 for two. The next tier pays up to x200, with two-of-a-kind starting at x0.5. Mid symbols pay up to x75 and can also pay from two, which helps during dry cycles. Low symbols sit at x15 or x10 for five, with smaller steps for four and three. Lines pay left to right on active betways.

These values are bet multipliers, so stake selection matters. The expansion in free games lets premiums hit as if on every spot, which is how the slot pushes toward its x5000 potential. I have seen full screens on mids carry fine sums, while top premiums can swing a session in a single feature. Base game returns rely on line hits and the Wild’s own pays, keeping the balance moving between triggers.

Faust Symbols and Paytable

Symbol	Quantity	Payout
	Scatter, Wild
	5	x200
	4	x20
	3	x2
	5	x500
	4	x100
	3	x10
	2	x1
	5	x200
	4	x40
	3	x4
	2	x0.5
	5	x75
	4	x10
	3	x3
	2	x0.5
	5	x75
	4	x10
	3	x3
	2	x0.5
	5	x15
	4	x4
	3	x0.5
	5	x15
	4	x4
	3	x0.5
	5	x10
	4	x2.5
	3	x0.5
	5	x10
	4	x2.5
	3	x0.5
	5	x10
	4	x2.5
	3	x0.5

How to Play Faust

Set lines from 1 to 10 and pick a total stake between 0.01 and 100. I keep sound on low and spin at a steady clip to read the cycle. Auto can help during base play, but I switch to manual for features and Gamble decisions. Aim for full lines when chasing expansions, as coverage matters once free games start. The interface is clean and mobile play is smooth on phones and tablets.

Theme and Presentation in Faust

Faust leans into Magic and Mystic vibes, with a moody colour palette and familiar Novomatic layout. Symbols are clear, and the book stands out, which helps during fast sessions. The soundtrack is restrained, with simple win stings and a calm spin loop that does not grate over time. I like the no-fuss display of lines and pays, as it keeps focus on books and expansions rather than animations. It still feels sharp for a 2015 release.