Dead or Alive Slot by NetEnt
Dead or Alive is a 5-reel, 3-row slot with 9 paylines by NetEnt, released in 2009.
Game facts
| Provider | NetEnt |
|---|---|
| Game type | Slots |
| Release date | 2009 |
| RTP | 96.82% |
| Volatility | High volatility |
| Max win | 8,600x the bet |
| Reels × rows | 5 × 3 |
| Pays | 9 paylines |
| Bet range | 0.09–18 |
| Wild symbol | Yes |
| Features | Sticky wilds |
| Themes | Wild West |
| App | Yes — how to install |
Free demo of Dead or Alive
The free demo of Dead or Alive is on this page: no deposit and no real-money wins.
The demo uses virtual credits: no deposit, no real-money wins.
Where to play for real money
18+ · T&Cs apply · Gamble responsibly · Offers for your country
Real-money play is only for adults and only at licensed online casinos where online gambling is legal for you.
How to play Dead or Alive
Bet range: 0.09–18
- Match symbols on a payline.
- Wins pay from left to right.
- Scatters trigger free spins.
- Wilds stick during free spins.
Bonus features
Free spins
3 or more scatters anywhere award 12 free spins; if at least one sticky wild appears on every reel, 5 extra free spins are awarded.
Multipliers
All line wins during free spins are doubled (x2).
Sticky Wilds
in free spins every wild that lands locks in position for the rest of the feature, including extra spins.
Extra Spins
at least one sticky wild on each of the 5 reels awards 5 extra free spins.
Scatter Pays
2 or more scatters pay a multiple of the total bet in the base game.
During free spins, every wild that lands stays locked on the reels for the rest of the feature, including extra spins. If at least one sticky wild is present on each of the five reels, you earn five additional free spins.
RTP and volatility
| RTP version | Return per 100 staked |
|---|---|
| 96.82% | 96.82 |
High volatility — With a hit frequency of 30.00%, a winning combination occurs on average every 3.3 spins, and the high volatility means payouts can be substantial but sporadic.
Other versions of Dead or Alive
| Game | RTP | Max win | Volatility | Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dead or Alive 2 | 96.8% | High volatility | 2019 |
Dead or Alive app: download and install
The Dead or Alive app for Android downloads with the button on this page.
- Tap the download button on this page to get the installation file.
- When Android asks, allow your browser to install apps from this source.
- Open the downloaded file from your notifications or downloads folder.
- Confirm the installation when prompted.
FAQ
What is the RTP of Dead or Alive?
The default RTP of Dead or Alive is 96.82%.
What is the max win in Dead or Alive?
The max win in Dead or Alive is 8,600x the bet. At the maximum bet that is 154,800.
How volatile is Dead or Alive?
Dead or Alive has high volatility. A win lands every 3.3 spins on average.
How do free spins work in Dead or Alive?
3 or more scatters anywhere award 12 free spins; if at least one sticky wild appears on every reel, 5 extra free spins are awarded.
Can I play Dead or Alive for free?
Yes. The free demo of Dead or Alive is on this page: it uses virtual credits, with no deposit and no real-money wins.
How does Dead or Alive differ from Dead or Alive 2?
Dead or Alive 2, released in 2019, has a similar RTP of 96.8% and high volatility, but it introduces new features and a different max win.
What happens when you get two or more scatters?
In the base game, two or more scatters pay a multiple of your total bet, and three or more scatters anywhere trigger 12 free spins.
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Updated: Oct 30, 2026