The Catfather

Q: What is the RTP?

Official RTP of 96.76% — among the highest in the Pragmatic portfolio, offsetting the modest 500x max win.

Q: The Catfather vs Part II?

The Catfather (May 2017): 9 paylines, top RTP 96.76%, max win 500x. Part II (July 2017): 9 paylines, RTP 96.76%, max win 500x. Part II offers more combos per spin, but The Catfather has the better RTP.

8.4/10

Release May 2016· Updated October 2026

The Catfather, the original Mafia cat slot (Pragmatic Play, May 2017). BetsRank score: 8.4/10.

RTP

98.1%

Volatility

Medium

Max Win

500x

Grid

5x3

Bonus Buy

Free Spins multipliersWildsMafia cat theme

8.4

BetsRank Verdict

Our read of the game, based on the data the studio publishes

Released in May 2017, The Catfather is one of Pragmatic Play's founding slots — a Mafia parody starring cats, spoofing The Godfather. RTP 96.76%, max win 500x, medium volatility. Simple, accessible gameplay carried by a top-tier RTP rare in the Pragmatic catalogue.

Strengths

+Original Mafia cat theme
+Top-tier RTP of 96.76%
+Medium volatility
+Simple, easy-to-follow pattern

To consider

−Max win of 500x is very modest
−No Bonus Buy option
−Simpler feature set than modern Pragmatic titles

About The Catfather

Released in May 2017, The Catfather is one of Pragmatic Play's founding slots — a Mafia parody starring cats, spoofing The Godfather. Layout 5×3 / 9 paylines, top-tier RTP 96.76% (among the highest in the Pragmatic catalogue), max win 500x (very modest), medium volatility.

The visual world is a Mafia parody: Don Catfather (a godfather cat in a suit), mafiosi cats, cigar smoke, and a purple-black-gold palette. Mechanics: Free Spins multipliers, classic Wilds, accessible gameplay, NO Bonus Buy (2017-era slot), and medium volatility — rare for a Pragmatic title.

Availability at online casinos that carry the Pragmatic Play catalogue. Aimed at fans of Mafia humour and parody. Also see The Catfather Part II (9-payline sequel), Cleocatra (Egyptian + cats), Madame Destiny (mystic), Master Joker, and Extra Juicy.

Key mechanics

▸5x3 grid on 9 paylines
▸Top-tier RTP of 96.76% (among the highest at Pragmatic)
▸Free Spins multipliers
▸Classic Wilds
▸NO Bonus Buy available
▸Godfather-parody mafia cat world
▸Medium volatility (rare for Pragmatic)
▸Very modest max win of 500x
▸Minimum stake of €0.20
▸Founding 2017 Pragmatic slot

❓The Catfather FAQ

What is the RTP?▾

Official RTP of 96.

76% — among the highest in the Pragmatic portfolio, offsetting the modest 500x max win.

The Catfather vs Part II?▾

The Catfather (May 2017): 9 paylines, top RTP 96.

76%, max win 500x. Part II (July 2017): 9 paylines, RTP 96. 76%, max win 500x. Part II offers more combos per spin, but The Catfather has the better RTP.

Why is the max win only 500x?▾

A founding 2017-era slot, from a time when Pragmatic favoured medium volatility and modest max wins for a chill gameplay feel.

It compensates with a top-tier 96. 76% RTP — good for bankroll grinding.

Why medium volatility?▾

Rare for Pragmatic, whose slots are mostly high or very high volatility.

The Catfather suits long sessions with a modest bankroll and regular hits.

Is it available online?▾

Yes — available at online casinos carrying the Pragmatic Play catalogue.

Why is there no Bonus Buy?▾

A 2017 slot — released before Bonus Buy became standard at Pragmatic.

Who is it for?▾

Fans of Mafia humour and Godfather parody looking for a chill title with a top-tier RTP.