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How to Play Online Slots

If you’re looking for fast fun, nothing beats the slots. They’re quick. They come in all kinds of flavours (everything from Ancient Egypt to your favourite TV show). And they’re thrilling thanks to big Jackpots waiting to be popped.

 

The Goal of the Game

Slots can look a bit complex, with multiple reels and strange looking paylines. But they’re really simple. Just lineup symbols in a row to win. In some cases, that means lining them up left to right. In other cases, it means following a specific pattern.

 

How We Keep Things Random

Every online slot has a Random Number Generator (RNG) baked into the software. In a nutshell, the RNG makes a thousand math calculations every second. When you hit the Spin button on an online slot, the RNG stops on a random set of numbers, which corresponds to a specific set of symbols. That pattern is then displayed on the reels.

 

Understanding the Random Number Generator

  1. Every symbol on the screen corresponds to a number. So while you might see Cherries, Lizards, and Fast Cars, the computer sees only numbers.
  2. When you load a game, the RNG gets to work, constantly randomizing every spot on the reels with a number.
  3. When you hit the Spin button, the RNG freezes. When the reels stop, the frozen numbers are displayed on screen. Only instead of seeing numbers, you’ll see the corresponding symbols. All that spinning is really just for show. The RNG generated the results as soon as you hit the Spin button.

Paylines, Pay Tables, and More

Paylines

A payline helps determine if you’ve won something or not. If matching symbols line up on a payline, you’ll win. But not all paylines on all slot machines are created equal. They can be vertical, horizontal, diagonal, or even zigzag. And on some slots, you can choose how many paylines you want to play.

 

Pay Tables

Every slot machine is different. Some offer huge progressive jackpots. Others offers smaller payouts. It’s always a good call to check the pay table before you sit down. This way, you’ll know how much you could potentially win, what the winning symbol combinations are for a particular game, and which bet sizes match up with each prize.

 

Understanding Real Wins & False Wins

It’s not always obvious if you’re winning or losing on an online slot. A big win on a screen might seem exciting, but it’s possible that your win is actually smaller than the amount you had bet. Loud slot machine noises, glitzy animation, and the feel of a big win could make it seem like you’ve hit big when you really haven’t. Always pay attention to the amount.

Go In with a Game Plan

  • Set a budget. Whether it’s a specific amount for the session or for the day, having a set budget and sticking with it is key.
  • Go in knowing that every win is random. Remember, there’s no way to beat a slot machine.
  • Understand what you’re playing for. Every slot is different, so check out the pay table before you set your bet.
  • Choose your paylines, place your bet, and have fun. Go for the excitement. If you win, consider it a nice surprise.

Slot Odds

No matter how you play the slots, the odds don’t change. They’re fixed, so they don’t go up or down based on how you play — or how often. It’s important to note that payout odds vary from machine to machine. While two slots might look the same, the odds can differ vastly. So, how easy is it to hit the top award on an online slot? In some slots, it could be as low as one in 17 million spins. In a nutshell, over the long run, slots are guaranteed to make money for the casino.

Understanding the Payback Percentages

Every slot machine has a pre-set payback percentage. As an example, you might see a payback percentage listed as 95%. While this sounds great, it doesn’t mean that you’re guaranteed to win 95% of the time. Instead, this number represents the percentage that a slot pays out to players over a long period of time.

 

Slot Strategies

No matter what anyone claims, there’s no strategy you can employ to win at slots. No betting pattern to follow. No perfect time to play. Here are the slot strategies facts:

  • The outcome of every play of the slots is determined by a Random Number Generator.
  • Payout times are never pre-determined.
  • Slots never get hot or cold, and no slot machine is ever due for a win.
  • Theoretically, you could hit a slot Jackpot one spin after the Jackpot was just popped. Or you may never see a Jackpot pop.
  • There’s no special way to hit the Spin button. Click or tap softly. Or do it with force. It won’t make a difference to the randomized result.
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