What a Hoot
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What a Hoot at a glance
What a Hoot is a video slot by Microgaming with a 96.94% RTP and Low volatility. Its maximum win is 500x the stake.
- Provider
- Microgaming
- RTP
- 96.94%
- Volatility
- Low
- Max win
- ~500x
- Paylines
- 9
- Released
- 2015
RTP shown as published; max win is our estimate where the provider hasn't disclosed an official figure.
What a Hoot is a video slot by Microgaming with an RTP of 96.94%, 1.1 percentage points above the 95.8% industry average. 9 paylines.
The base game runs without bonus rounds or modifiers listed in our database. Bets range from $2.25 to $18 per spin. Low volatility means frequent small wins and a steady bankroll curve, suitable for long sessions.
The free demo runs on virtual credits with no registration and no download. Use it to learn the paytable before wagering real money.
How What a Hoot works
What a Hoot is a 5-reel video slot with 9 paylines.
You can try it for free in demo mode before wagering any real money.
RTP in Context
What a Hoot returns above the typical online slot average. Over a large number of spins this matters. A 1% RTP gap equals $1 per $100 staked in expected value.
Max Win Explained estimated
Microgaming has not published an official max-win multiplier for What a Hoot. Our estimate based on the game's volatility and mechanics is around ~500x your stake. Actual hit frequency is very low on games with Low volatility. Treat the figure as a ceiling, not a target.
$1 spin
$500
max possible
$10 spin
$5,000
max possible
$100 spin
$50,000
max possible
How to play What a Hoot responsibly
With low volatility, wins land often but stay small — suited to longer, lower-stakes sessions. Set a time limit and treat any spend as entertainment, not income.
Pros
- + High RTP at 96.94%, clearly above the 95.8% industry average
- + Free demo available, no deposit or registration needed
Cons
- − Modest max win ceiling (500x stake)
What a Hoot FAQ
What is the RTP of What a Hoot? ▾
What a Hoot has an RTP (Return to Player) of 96.94%. That's 1.1 percentage points above the typical industry average of 95.8%.
What is the max win on What a Hoot? ▾
Microgaming has not published an official max-win multiplier for What a Hoot. Our estimate, based on volatility (Low) and game mechanics, is around 500x stake. A $1 spin could hit roughly $500 at the top end. Check the in-game paytable for the provider's actual figure when available.
How volatile is What a Hoot? ▾
What a Hoot is rated as Low volatility. Wins land frequently but are usually small. Good for longer play sessions.
Is What a Hoot available on mobile? ▾
Yes. What a Hoot by Microgaming runs as an HTML5 iframe that works on iOS, Android, tablet, and desktop browsers. No download or app install is required.
Can I play What a Hoot for free? ▾
Yes. The free demo on this page runs on virtual credits. No registration, no deposit, no download. Use it to learn the paytable and bonus triggers before playing for real.



