Who knew the first slot machine was invented in 1895?
I bet you didnīt! The slot machine days of reel strips of playing
cards and lemons, cherries and bell fruit gums scrolling has transformed into a new virtual era.
The online slot machine
craze has revolutionized the Industry.
Today you donīt have to travel to Vegas to hit three buttons and pull the handle.
No more annoying loud bells ringing
and nosey people hovering over your machine, waiting to grab it once you leave.
I remember back in the day when my parents planned a trip to Vegas .It became this whole big ordeal. Just preparing took
a few weeks. By the time they arrived in Vegas they were exhausted. What a way to start a vacation. Although, tired my parents
headed down to the casino in hopes of lifting there spirits, or pockets. Although they had some wins, it certainly would have
been a more profitable gain had they had the opportunity to stay at home and play online, eliminating the aggravation and
cost of the trip.
Because of many stories alike a whole new idea was unrolling. As humans we tend to imagine things and create unrealistic
ideas. The planning and strenuous preparations for that long trip to Vegas that didnīt even guarantee a win made you just
dream about bringing Vegas into your own home. Determined we were, we did.
That slot machine that you liked is now only a few steps from your own refrigerator. Wow, your favorite snacks in your
comfortable recliner and playing for big bucks. It canīt get any better.
Slot machines have gone through many face-lifts. Surgecally planting new rich graphics and musical tunes. Now youīll be
singing your way to fortune.
Monopoly and wheel of fortune are but a few, of many games youīll find.
Not to mention
video games that have become a whole new exciting phenomenon.
With such an advance in technology new rules and guidelines have changed too.
Slot machine betting produces most of
the casinos revenue. So it is important to be one step ahead of the game. Know how to manage your wagers and select slots
that fit you.
There are three categories of slot machines, basic slots, progressive slots, and bonus video slots. The basic slots better
known as the three reel wonders that have a single payline, or the diamonds and red, white and blue 7īs,are great games for
getting started. Progressive slots are different. They are run by an ever-growing jackpot. Bonus video slots on the other
hand, offer side bonuses while your still playing the game. This can raise your winnings and rise your wagering. It has become
more popular then ever. However, it is important to take your time and know what your doing. In no Time you'll be “slot
savvy”, Youīll find people calling you Mr. Big buck. Kind of catchey, huh? Remember Pac-man gobbling all those chips,
well now itīs your turn. So step aside Pac-man because I am coming through, big time.
SLOT MACHINE TIPS
The majority of a casino’s actions and winnings come from Slot machines. They are simple to use, inexpensive to maintain,
and require little attention or player skill (although some people swear that luck is also a gambling "skill").
There are many different machine games. Jackpot size, combinations, symbols, size and number of coins allowed in each machine
can vary. Included in these games are the popular video poker games. Modern machines are completely electronic. Symbol combinations
come up randomly and machines are pre-programmed to return a certain percent to the players.A slot machine returns between
85 percent and 98 percent, depending on the game, location and usage. The average house advantage is calculated to be about
9 percent. Only play slots at a casino with a 98% Payout Average.
General Tips
Recognize the symbols that constitute a jackpot on your machine. All machines are different. Las Vegas attendants say winners
routinely walk away from winning machines without waiting for the rest of the payout from attendants. The largest jackpots
are all paid by attendants.
If you're lucky enough to hit an attendant-paid jackpot -- typically $1,200 or more -- do not touch your machine or leave
it for even a second. Do not insert more coins or allow anyone to touch it. A attendant must come by to complete the transaction.
Always play the maximum bet. If a machine will take a bet of five quarters, place the five-quarter bet. This gives you
the best odds of winning long-term if you get a good hand.
If you like to play slots, Always look for a 98% or higher
payout with a progressive jackpot.
Hot Tips That Slots Players Need To Know
Are there any sure-fire ways to win at slots? Absolutely. Here are some ways:
1. Play the progressives with maximum coins.
2. Continue to play only if the machine
is hitting at least one out of four spins.
3. Stop playing and cash out if you double your bank roll.
Example: If you alloted $100.00 ro play slots and you accumulated $200.00 or more in winnings -> CASH OUT!
4.
Stop playing at a pre-determined limit. Don't get caught up in the "I need to win my money back" mentality.
The above ways doesn't guarantee that you'll become an instant winner, because it's tough to beat a house edge that generally
runs well over 10 percent, but it also doesn't have to be so tough on your bankroll. So, let's get started...
The only true skill to playing slots is machine identification.
Example: Progressive machines offer the opportunity
to compare and shop around for the best value. One 25 cent "machine carousel" can have a progressive jackpot of $2,600, and
another bank of machines- exactly the same and standing side by side-$1,900. You should always be looking for the best opportunities
possible.
Casinos will advertise machines that have a 98.5 percent payback. WOW! A casino game holding just a percent and a half,
and on a machine no less. But there's a down side. If you look closely at the advertisement, it will probably say "on select
machines." Furthermore, it probably won't be posted on the machine itself, and it will generally be limited to a single bank
of machines in the casino. Now it becomes your responsibility to find them. Easiest way: Ask a employee, and if he or she
doesn't know, have one of them ask a direct supervisor.
Casinos give away millions of dollars in comps each year, and
as a player, you deserve your share. Repeat, you deserve your share. How? Casinos now offer you the ability to "comp yourself"
by using one of their player's club cards. It's generally based on the number of coins you cycle through a machine, so you
might as well get credit for all those quarters you're inserting. Shop casinos for comp value and find out what you're worth
to them. If you play online slots, look for a casino that offers the best comp points.
You always want to treat "comps" as a form of profit, but you never want to gamble just to receive them. It's much better
to play a 98 percent payback machine and increase your winning opportunities than play machines with a poor return that cycle
more of your coins. Remember, you're there to stay in action and possibly win, not lose your bankroll for a free buffet.
If you can't afford to play the maximum amount of coins, you shouldn't be playing that denomination of machine. If dollar
slots are too rich for your blood, drop down to a quarter machine. It's always better value to play five quarters versus one
dollar or five nickels instead of one quarter. The maximum coins always have the best payout value.
I recommend not playing back the credits you've accumulated. Cash out and take stock. The problem with playing back credits
is that the longer you stay, the machines built-in advantage eats away at them. It doesn't take long to zero out. Example:
If you have $100.00 bank roll for slots, play the $100.00 and do not allow the machine to play back your credits. Look
at it this way, The credits accumulated is your profit, if any.
Can't decide which type of machine to play? If you're going to choose between video poker and slots, play video poker.
Even poor play on a video poker machine will have a better payback than most machines.
Before you walk away from a machine, don't forget to press the cash-out button. Millions are lost each year by gamblers
forgetting their winnings (stored credits).
You receive full payment when hitting a jackpot. Even with some relatively
small jackpots, if the machine is short coins in the hopper, you'll receive only a partial cash payment in the tray, with
the balance to be paid by a attendant. If you were to insert more coins and pull the handle, say bye-bye to the remainder
of your jackpot.
Read all the posted material on a machine. It is your responsibility to fully understand all printed information
concerning the number of coins to insert, lines needed to be lit, prizes or awards. In most cases, when someone calls a attendant
over and complains the machine "just ripped me off," that individual generally didn't read the pay schedule correctly.
When you insert coins, don't assume all the tokens register before you pull the handle. Played five but only four
recorded? Sorry. You'll get a sympathetic pat on the back from the casino, but no money.
Avoid machines that use video representations of symbols. With these slots, there is absolutely no way to figure out what
the payoff percentage of that machine is.
Most casinos will hold a machine for you while you go to the restroom, take a short break or even go on a buffet run. Just
ask a supervisor to reserve your machine and give a specific time when you'll return.
Don't chain yourself to a cold machine, even if it's your favorite. Why? Because the longer you stay on any machine, the
more time the machine's built- in mathematical advantage has to work you over. This is how casinos build mega-resorts, time
always working on their side and a mathematical edge on each and every machine.
Even though you're only playing slots, you still need to set a loss limit on your bankroll for both your trip and
each individual gaming session. Divy up your wad per playing session, discipline yourself and stick to it.
When searching for high payback machines, ask a few employees where the local players find the best value. Simply put,
locals don't play dog machines.
Leave both your credit and bank teller cards at home so you will not be tempted with the
easy convenience of getting cash. Only bet what you can afford to lose.
Good Luck with the Slot Machines!
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