Slot
Game Strategy
There's
no such thing as Slot game strategy?! Oh yes, there
is an element of judgment and skill in choosing not
only the right online Slot games, but how to play
them.
Figure
1 GalaxiWorld's Superb Big Jackpot Slot Game
has an interactive bonus round |
Most Slot lovers just want to relax and enjoy the
ease of Slot play. The sounds and spinning symbols
are music to their ears. It's a good bet that most
Slot players though, want to win. Is it a bad thing
to use a little strategy at Slot games?
There's
more to Slot strategy than counting Slot symbols,
paylines, pay table payouts, comps and sign up bonuses.
However, you may take those into consideration. Knowing
Slot game strategies could really improve your results
and enjoyment while still giving you a shot at the
big jackpots.
With
about 1,000 online casinos in operation on the Web,
there are thousands of different Slot game variations
to suit any gambler's taste. Many players make their
choices of Slot games based on some untested assumptions
though. Thus they don't make the most of their bankroll.
What's
in a Slot Game Anyway?
Slot
game players may believe good luck will pay off bigger
for them than strategic knowledge of a game's rules.
On the other hand, they may like the sound, movement,
game look or theme and the big jackpots too. There's
something exciting for Slot lovers in the randomness
of those fickle reels of fate or even in having some
pop entertainment theme (e.g., Elvis Slots, Munster
Slots) stamped on the interface. And it's always nice
to think the gods are smiling down at you too.
Some
players like to relax and enjoy a simple 3 reel Slot
game with a single payline. A few Slot games on the
Web have pay tables so simple a monkey could calculate
the odds on his fingers. I have to say I've played
Slots at a few online casinos that bored me after
about 5 spins and I doubt a monkey would stay much
longer. After playing their few different machines,
I decided to try another casino. I think variety is
a good thing especially when it gives you what you
want. Why play a dull game when something better is
available?
Figure
2 This paytable is clear, easy to read and
looks good too |
Perhaps
you yourself like the interactive element of 8 paylines,
5 reels and 16 symbols and 5 different coin denominations?
Did you know there is a slot game available that has
an extra interactive bonus
round? It's called Galaxi2000.
Fortunately,
Slot
games take care of the counting and payouts, but
that doesn't mean you shouldn't take notice of the
makeup of the game and work it to your advantage.
Trying a new game because it might just give you a
boost of energy and fun.
Jackpot
Games Getting a Bad Rap
Since
there are different prize ranges and odds in each
game, it is reasonable to assume that each machine
has a different payout percentage. Yes, they all use
the same random number generator, but machines that
pay out more often with smaller prizes probably have
better odds of winning. However, there are games with
multimillion-dollar progressive jackpots that still
have frequent winners. The payout table tells us why.
If
you count the number of symbol combinations you need
to win a big jackpot, you'll see that it's high. It
has to be. Otherwise, a casino would go out of business.
The jackpot combinations though are a separate issue
that don't effect how many small prizes are won.
If
you've avoided playing the progressive jackpot games
thinking that the payout rate is down around 10%,
then take another look. These games may have an excellent
payout rate for regular play that is separate from
the jackpot. The jackpot is merely icing on the cake
- an extra incentive. Think of it as a regular game
with a little added feature.
These
games are often the casino's flagship or marquee game.
Check
when the jackpot is actually available. If it's available
on 25 cent coins then play 25 cent Slots and you'll
be getting the best chance to win big.
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