Rise of Fortuna

Rise of Fortuna is a 5-reel, 4-row online slot developed by Hacksaw Gaming, released on June 4, 2026. The game is set in the world of Roman mythology, centering on Fortuna — the goddess of luck and fate.

The game's standout mechanic is the Fortuna Wheels system. Fortuna symbols can land on reels 1, 3, and 5, triggering spinning wheels that award multipliers and cash prizes through a dedicated Cash Prize Bar. These wheels come in three tiers — Regular, Super, and Epic — each carrying progressively higher multiplier values.

The game also includes four jackpot levels and a max win of 10,000x the bet, available across all game modes. Three distinct bonus rounds offer increasing levels of wheel activity, giving players clear progression within the feature structure.

With medium volatility and a default RTP of 96.28%, Rise of Fortuna is positioned as an accessible title that can appeal to a wide range of players — from those who prefer steadier sessions to those chasing larger wins through the bonus rounds.

Rise of Fortuna draws on Roman mythology, with Fortuna — goddess of luck and fate — as its central figure. She appears beside the reels, depicted with long red hair, a golden laurel wreath, and flowing robes, seated on an ornate golden circle.

The visual style is warm and detailed. Ancient columns, soft backgrounds, and classical Roman artifacts set the scene. Symbols include Roman-themed items such as a lyre, helm, compass wheel, and a golden chalice, alongside standard card rank symbols styled to match the aesthetic.

The overall presentation is polished and calm rather than high-energy. Animations activate on notable wins, and the audio reinforces the relaxed, unhurried atmosphere with ambient, classical-inspired sound design. The game's look is a clear departure from darker Hacksaw titles, opting instead for a lighter, more inviting visual tone.

Rise of Fortuna plays on a 5x4 grid with 14 fixed paylines running left to right.

To get started:

• Set your bet using the controls at the bottom of the screen. Stakes range from €0.10 to €100 per spin.
• Press the spin button to start a round. An autoplay option is also available for consecutive spins.
• Wins are formed by landing matching symbols on adjacent reels from left to right along a payline.
• The paytable is accessible via the information menu and displays all symbol payouts and feature rules.

The main feature - Fortuna Wheels - activates automatically when a Fortuna symbol lands on reel 1, 3, or 5. The Cash Prize Bar above the grid tracks accumulated multiplier values. No additional input is required from the player once the wheels begin spinning.

Fortuna Wheels

Fortuna symbols can land on reels 1, 3, and 5 — one per reel at a time. There are three symbol tiers: Regular, Super, and Epic. When a Fortuna symbol lands, all regular payline wins are settled first. Then a Fortuna Wheel of the corresponding tier spins and stops on one of 12 slices.

Wheel outcomes fall into two categories:

• Additive Multipliers — added to the current Cash Prize Bar value
• Multiplicative Multipliers — multiply the current Cash Prize Bar value

Each wheel tier carries a different set of values:

• Regular Wheel — Additive: 5x–100x | Multiplicative: x2–x20
• Super Wheel — Additive: 10x–100x | Multiplicative: x3–x20
• Epic Wheel — Additive: 25x–100x | Multiplicative: x5–x20

Each wheel also contains one Jackpot slice. If the arrow lands on it, one of four jackpot values is awarded as an additive multiplier:

• Mini: 25x
• Major: 100x
• Mega: 500x
• Max Win: 10,000x

Cash Prize Bar

The Cash Prize Bar sits outside the grid and collects multiplier values from all Fortuna Wheels triggered in a single spin. When multiple wheels activate, their values are processed left to right. If the first wheel in a sequence lands a multiplicative result, it is treated as additive at that point, with later multiplicative results then applied to the running total. For example, three wheels landing x3, 5x, and x2 produce a result of (3+5)×2 = 16x. The Bar resets after every spin.

Bonus Game – Lucky Charm

Triggered by landing 3 FS scatter symbols simultaneously during the base game. Awards 10 free spins with an increased chance of Fortuna Wheels appearing. Landing 2 additional FS symbols during the bonus adds +2 free spins; landing 3 adds +4.

Bonus Buy Option: Yes

Bonus Game – She Who Spins

Triggered by landing 4 FS scatter symbols simultaneously. Awards 10 free spins and keeps all Lucky Charm mechanics. Additionally, all Fortuna Wheels triggered during this round are guaranteed to be Super or Epic tier. Retrigger rules are the same as Lucky Charm.

Bonus Buy Option: Yes

Hidden Epic Bonus – Fortune Is Blind

Triggered by landing 5 FS scatter symbols simultaneously. Awards 10 free spins with She Who Spins mechanics active. In addition, 3 Fortuna Wheels are guaranteed to trigger on every spin. Retrigger rules remain the same.

Bonus Buy Option: Yes

Wins are formed by landing 3, 4, or 5 matching symbols on a payline from left to right. Payouts below are based on a €1.00 reference stake.

Wild symbol: The Wild substitutes for all symbols in the paytable and can only form a win with 5 of a kind, paying €20.00 at a €1.00 stake.

Fortuna Symbol: Not a standard paying symbol. Triggers the Fortuna Wheel mechanic when landing on reels 1, 3, or 5.

FS Scatter: Landing 3, 4, or 5 simultaneously during the base game triggers one of three bonus rounds.

Wins in Rise of Fortuna are based on 14 fixed paylines across a 5x4 grid. Matching symbols must land on adjacent reels starting from the leftmost reel.

The primary win driver is the Fortuna Wheels mechanic rather than standard payline combinations alone. When Fortuna symbols land on reels 1, 3, or 5, the triggered wheels build a multiplied cash prize through the Cash Prize Bar. Multiplicative results applied to accumulated additive values can push the total significantly higher in a single spin.

The three bonus rounds add further weight by increasing wheel frequency and tier quality. In the Fortune Is Blind round, three Fortuna Wheels are guaranteed every spin, meaning the Cash Prize Bar compounds across every free spin. The maximum possible payout — 10,000x — can be reached via the Max Win jackpot slice on any wheel.

Rise of Fortuna does not currently have a direct sequel or named variant. Players who enjoy the Fortuna Wheels mechanic may find similar gameplay in earlier Hacksaw Gaming titles that use wheel-based win mechanics, such as SixSixSix and Pray For Six. Both games use comparable wheel-on-reel structures but carry a darker visual style and higher volatility compared to Rise of Fortuna.

Rise of Fortuna is a well-constructed slot from Hacksaw Gaming that builds its identity around the tiered Fortuna Wheels system. The Cash Prize Bar mechanic adds a layer of strategy to reading each spin's outcome, and the three bonus rounds provide a clear progression in volatility and reward potential.

The base game can feel limited between wheel triggers given only 14 paylines, but the bonus rounds — particularly Fortune Is Blind — compensate with consistent wheel activity. Medium volatility and a 96.28% default RTP make it suitable for players who prefer manageable sessions without sacrificing access to significant wins. The 10,000x max win is achievable through the jackpot slice on any wheel, keeping it relevant for high-end players too.