Pokies and aggregation
Relax Gaming games for NZ players
Pokies studio that also distributes partner studios' games.
- Founded
- 2010
- Headquarters
- Malta
- Catalogue
- 60+ original titles; 4,000+ via Silver Bullet and Powered By Relax partner programmes
- Certified by
- eCOGRA, iTech Labs, GLI
Popular Relax Gaming titles at NZ casinos
- ▶Money Train 2
- ▶Money Train 3
- ▶Money Cart 2
- ▶Snake Arena
- ▶Temple Tumble
NZ note: Money Train 2 (max win 50,000x) and Money Train 3 (max win 100,000x) are among the most extreme high-volatility games available at NZ casinos. These titles have very infrequent but potentially very large wins — they are not suited to short sessions or conservative budgets. Relax Gaming also aggregates thousands of games from partner studios.
RTP: check the setting, not the headline
Many studios, including Relax Gaming, supply games at more than one RTP setting — the operator chooses which to apply. On NZ$1,000 of spins, the gap between a 96% and a 92% setting is roughly NZ$40 in expected losses. Always open the game's information panel on the specific casino you are using to see which RTP setting is actually in play.
Maximum win potential: Up to 100,000x on Money Train 3. High max-win games achieve these returns rarely and with high variance — they are not typical session outcomes.
Volatility and your bankroll
Two games with identical RTP can behave very differently. Low-volatility games pay small amounts often — suited to longer sessions with a limited budget. High-volatility games can run cold for extended periods before a large win. Set a session budget and stick to it before you start, whichever studio you play.
Expected hourly cost is the house edge multiplied by total amount wagered. Speed matters: a fast pokie at NZ$1 per spin (around 400 spins/hour) wagers NZ$400/hour — with a 4% house edge that is NZ$16 expected loss per hour. A live blackjack hand at NZ$10 with basic strategy has a house edge near 0.5%, costing about NZ$3/hour at 60 hands. See our RTP and volatility guide for full examples.
What an hour of play costs
| Scenario | Wagered/hour | House edge | Expected loss |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pokie NZ$1/spin · ~400 spins/hr | NZ$400 | 4% (96% RTP) | ~NZ$16 |
| Pokie NZ$1/spin · 8% edge (92% RTP) | NZ$400 | 8% (92% RTP) | ~NZ$32 |
| Pokie NZ$0.20/spin · ~400 spins/hr | NZ$80 | 4% | ~NZ$3.20 |
| Live blackjack NZ$10/hand · ~60 hands/hr | NZ$600 | ~0.5% basic strategy | ~NZ$3 |
Figures are illustrative. For bonus play: what wagering requirements really cost.
Playing responsibly
Understanding the studio behind a game helps you make informed choices — but no amount of studio knowledge changes the house edge. All casino games are designed so the operator keeps a percentage over time. Set deposit and session limits before playing; NZ casinos reviewed on this site all offer these tools. The Gambling Helpline (0800 654 655) is free and available 24/7.
Relax Gaming FAQ for NZ players
Not always. Relax Gaming publishes an RTP range of 96–96.5% on flagship titles; Money Train series is 96.4%. Some studios supply the same game at multiple RTP settings and each operator chooses which to offer. The only reliable place to confirm the exact setting is the game's own information panel on the specific casino you are playing at.
Relax Gaming games are certified by eCOGRA, iTech Labs, GLI. Independent testing confirms results are random and match the published maths — it does not mean the game favours the player, as every game has a house edge.
Relax Gaming is best known for pokies and aggregation. Its most popular titles among NZ players include Money Train 2, Money Train 3, Money Cart 2. Money Train 2 (max win 50,000x) and Money Train 3 (max win 100,000x) are among the most extreme high-volatility games available at NZ casinos. These titles have very infrequent but potentially very large wins — they are not suited to short sessions or conservative budgets. Relax Gaming also aggregates thousands of games from partner studios.
Extreme high volatility — Money Train 2 and Money Train 3 have some of the highest max-win potential of any widely distributed pokies