Once Again Upon A Time
Flip open your storybook and enter a medieval fairytale in Once Again Upon A Time. This sequel to Betsoft's smash hit returns with Hold & Win bursts, BOOST value upgrades, Mystery Bonus prize reveals, and a royal path to Free Spins where only high‑paying symbols remain.
Trigger Hold & Win by landing 6 BONUS symbols, or 5 BONUS + BOOST, to start 3 respins. During the feature, the BOOST symbol increases the values of BONUS symbols, while Mystery Bonus symbols can transform into MINI, MINOR, MAJOR, or MEGA prizes. In both base game and free spins, Royal Fortune adds chances for BONUS symbols to launch more Hold & Win rounds.
Land 3 SCATTER symbols to enter 8 Free Spins with only high‑paying symbols on the reels. Each reel features Stacked Mystery positions that fill with the same random symbol before the spin to set up cohesive line hits. Want instant action? Use Bonus Buy at a cost of stake x65 to jump straight into Hold & Win - starting randomly with either 6+ BONUS or 5 BONUS + BOOST.
Official page: Once Again Upon A Time at Betsoft
Key Features
- 5×3 layout with 25 paylines and fairytale theme
- Hold & Win: 6 BONUS or 5 BONUS + BOOST triggers 3 respins
- BOOST: In Hold & Win, BOOST increases the values of BONUS symbols
- Mystery Bonus: Can transform into MINI, MINOR, MAJOR, MEGA or BOOST prizes
- Royal Fortune: BONUS symbols in base and Free Spins can grant Hold & Win rounds
- Free Spins: 3 SCATTER awards 8 spins with only high‑paying symbols
- Stacked Mystery Symbols: Each reel's mystery positions fill with the same random symbol before a spin
- Buy Bonus: Instant access to Hold & Win (randomly with 6+ BONUS or 5 BONUS + BOOST)
- Volatility: Very High RTP: 96.11%
Bonus Features & Mechanics
- Hold & Win Feature: Triggers with 6 BONUS symbols, or 5 BONUS plus BOOST. Starts with 3 respins - BOOST increases BONUS values during the round.
- Mystery Bonus: Appears during Hold & Win and transforms into a random prize: MINI, MINOR, MAJOR, MEGA, or BOOST.
- Royal Fortune: In base and Free Spins, any BONUS symbol landing can grant Hold & Win rounds.
- Free Spins: 3 SCATTER symbols award 8 spins with only high‑paying symbols on the reels.
- Stacked Mystery Symbols: Before each spin, mystery positions on each reel are replaced with the same random symbol.
- Buy Bonus: Enter Hold & Win instantly - feature starts randomly with 6+ BONUS or 5 BONUS + BOOST.
Game Stats & Betting
- RTP: 96.11%
- Volatility: Very High
- Paylines: 25
- Reels/Rows: 5 × 3
- Min/Max Bet: $0.25 - $30.00
- Bonus features: Hold & Win, BOOST, Mystery Bonus (MINI/MINOR/MAJOR/MEGA), Royal Fortune, Free Spins (8), Stacked Mystery, Buy Bonus
*Feature availability, bet limits, and max win behavior may differ by casino/version. Always check the in‑game information and paytable before playing.
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Once Again Upon A Time Slot FAQ
- When was Once Again Upon A Time released?
- 12 February 2026.
- What is the RTP?
- 96.11% (very high volatility).
- How many paylines?
- 25 paylines across a 5×3 grid.
- How does Hold & Win trigger?
- Landing 6 BONUS symbols, or 5 BONUS plus BOOST, triggers the feature with 3 respins. BOOST increases the values of BONUS symbols.
- What is the Mystery Bonus?
- During Hold & Win, a Mystery symbol can transform into a MINI, MINOR, MAJOR, MEGA, or BOOST prize.
- What is Royal Fortune?
- In base and Free Spins, any BONUS symbol that lands can grant Hold & Win rounds.
- How do Free Spins work?
- 3 SCATTER symbols award 8 Free Spins, with only high‑paying symbols appearing.
- Is there a Buy Bonus?
- Yes - you can purchase instant access to Hold & Win, starting randomly with 6+ BONUS or 5 BONUS + BOOST.
- Where's the official game page?
- See the official Betsoft site: https://betsoft.com/games/once-again-upon-a-time/
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