Urartu (Endorphina) – Review & Demo Play

Urartu by Endorphina

I went into Urartu with low expectations, then the ancient Assyrian empire theme pulled me in. The 5x3 layout with 10 paylines is classic, but the way Endorphina ties the king, queen, and Ararat sunrise into the reel flow feels right. RTP sits at 96% and the volatility is high, so I braced for swings. Audio is sombre and fits the mood, while animations give small jolts when the features land. Max payout is 9000x, which sets a clear target for long sessions.

I found the interface simple, and the payline controls didn’t distract from the rhythm. It’s a straightforward slot without fancy mechanics, but the mix of wilds, scatters, free games and the risk option keeps it active. High volatility means quiet spells, yet wins can land hard when multipliers show up. The package feels balanced for casual spins or a grind chasing that 9000x. Theme work isn’t flashy, yet the atmosphere stays consistent, and that helped me stick around longer than planned.

Benefits Urartu

What I rate as the main benefit is the stamp of Endorphina. Their slots tend to run clean, with crisp graphics, colourful symbols and music that matches the setting. Urartu is easy to pick up, so beginners won’t struggle, yet I still felt engaged after a long stint. Controls sit at the bottom in a familiar bar, bet setting is quick, and pressing Start is all you really need. After a few sessions, the package still felt consistent and worth another spin.

Paytable & Paylines in Urartu

The reels mix standard playing card symbols with carved animals, the king and the queen of Urartu. The sunrise over Ararat acts as the wild, while the golden pendant is the scatter. With 10 paylines across a 5x3 grid, I kept bets focused on lines rather than oversized stakes. Line pays come often enough to hold balance during dry spells, and picture symbols carry better returns. The set suits the theme, and the icon order becomes clear after a few spins.

Payout weight leans towards character icons, with the royal pair topping regular hits. The cards fill in small wins that bridge gaps between features. What stood out for me is how wilds upgrade middling lines into tidy payouts, especially when they land in the centre reels. Scatters pay anywhere and set up the free games round, so I tracked them closely. Ten fixed lines keep bet sizing straightforward, which helps when I ramp up or step down during a swing.

Urartu Symbols and Paytable

Symbol	Quantity	Payout
	Wild
	5	x900
	4	x250
	3	x25
	2	x1
	Scatter
	5	x500
	4	x20
	3	x5
	2	x2
	5	x75
	4	x12.5
	3	x2.5
	2	x0.2
	5	x75
	4	x12.5
	3	x2.5
	2	x0.2
	5	x40
	4	x10
	3	x2
	5	x25
	4	x7.5
	3	x1.5
	5	x25
	4	x7.5
	3	x1.5
	5	x12.5
	4	x5
	3	x1
	5	x12.5
	4	x5
	3	x1
	5	x10
	4	x2.5
	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
	2	x0.2

Game Features in Urartu

Wilds do the heavy lifting by substituting for regulars, and they can complete two or three-line clusters you’d bin otherwise. Scatters are the trigger; three or more golden pendants start free games. Here, wins carry a static 3x multiplier, which is where the slot finds its punch. I’ve seen sessions turn on a single bonus, especially when a couple of wilds fall in view. Without the multiplier, base play feels steady, but in bonus it can speed up fast.

The risk option sits after any win. I use it sparingly on modest hits, picking a card higher than the dealer to double the return. It’s tempting to ladder up, but high volatility already carries weight, so I treat this as a side punt rather than the main plan. On cold runs, I skip it and wait for the feature trigger. On warm runs, one or two doubles can lift the balance enough to ride out the next lull.

Feature frequency felt average across my sessions, with long dry spells offset by bursts where pendants landed twice in short order. When the bonus latches, keep an eye on wild positions and stacked picture symbols, as those are the setups that compound with 3x. I prefer mid stakes here, since the game can flip quickly. Urartu rewards patience and timing, and when the round connects, the returns can look far better than the base game suggests.

Verdict on Urartu

Urartu nails its theme without overcomplicating play. The 5x3 build, 10 paylines, 96% RTP and high volatility make the profile clear, while the wild, scatter, free games with a fixed 3x and the risk feature form a familiar set. Visuals won’t wow everyone, yet the animations and sombre score fit. I’d call it a straight, honest slot with a high ceiling at 9000x. New players can settle in fast, and seasoned spinners get enough bite when the bonus lands.