If you're new to online gaming and not
familiar with the process, you first need to
find a casino which offers both play for free
and play for real options. (Most of them do)
Online slots casinos offer different themes,
different bonuses to new players, and
depending on which type of software they're
running - different slots games.
Registering:
When you've found a slots casino to play at
and downloaded the slots software, you
need to register an account with that casino.
Most online casinos will require some form
of registration before they'll let you play -
even for free.
Caution: Never fake your identity when
registering for a real money account.
Should you win it may be impossible for
you to get your money out! And you may
well be banned from that casino for life.
The Games:
Most online casinos offer their casino slots
games as download-only software, so to
get started you'll have to download and
install the games before continuing. Some
casinos offer a no-download version of
some slots games, which can be played
through Flash or Java right in your browser;
however download games, are quicker to
launch and have better graphics and sound.
Familiarize yourself with the slots casino(s)
you have chosen by first trying out their free
games.
Deposit Options
In order to play for real money you will have
to fund your account. Credit cards are the
easiest deposit method - however some
issuing banks will no longer process
gambling charges, so your card may be
declined.even though the site accepts MC,
Visa,etc. If so you may have to use an
alternate method such as NETELLER or
Citadel that lets you transfer money
electronically. Signing up for these is easy
and specific instructions are available on
the casino sites.
Cashing Out
Different casinos have different options for
collecting your winnings; have a cheque
sent to you, get a bank wire, deposit to
Netteller, PayPal, etc. Check with your
casino for more information
There are three main types of slots: flat top or straight slot, progressive,
and video slots. There are also a variety of multi-paylines and
multi-reels.
Flat Top Slot Machines (straight slots)
The jackpots are static, thus no matter how much money you put in, the
payout will always be the same. The amount of the payout varies,
however, 10,000 coins (usually quarters) is most common among
casinos.
Number of Reels
The reels are the spinning wheels on which the symbols appear. The
lower the number of reels, the better your odds of winning. It is much
easier to line up three symbols than it is to line up four or five and get a
winning combination.
Classic 3 Reel Slots
These are the traditional or "classic" slot machines - 3 reels with
symbols that spin around, stop one at a time, and winning
combinations are paid to the player after each spin is complete.
5 Reel Slots
These are slot machines with 5 reels instead of 3. They work on the
same principle as a traditional slot machine.
Progressives Slots
The jackpot amount on the progressives changes the more money is
played. Like the lottery; the more people play, the bigger the jackpot gets
until someone wins it.
Video Slots
Slots are also becoming more computerized. Instead of pulling an arm,
you roll the reels by the touch of an area on a touch screen. The graphic
display is more appealing to the player, as is the convenience of
choosing exactly what type of slot you want to play (how many payline,
reels, or coin denomination). All can be customized by simply pointing at
the screen.
Coin Denomination
Quarter and dollar slots are the most popular, although nickel and even
penny slots are also popular. .However, playing the higher
denomination slots can yield a bigger payout than the low denomination
slots, depending on how much money you're willing to bet.
Number of Coins
You have a choice of how many coins you want to play. Various slots
will have different coin maximums (usually between one and three) on a
single spin. With progressives in particular, it's best to play the
maximum number of coins allowed to get the most out of the game, and
to collect more money if you win. Most flat tops require you to play the
maximum number of coins in order to hit the jackpot.
Number of Paylines
The most common number of paylines is one, although multiple pay
line slots are becoming moire popular .However many paylines there
are, that is how many coins you have to play per pull. It can have it's
advantages, it's good to have the opportunity to double or triple pays if
the winning combinations appear on more than one payline together.
Find a slot machine with the highest possible payout. Slot machines'
software determines that the machines are due to pay back 85-98% percent
of the money bet. These numbers can vary according to the casino rules and
the coinage played, so be sure you are playing the right slot machine.
Read the information before you start to play.
Three reels slots are always a better choice than four reels ones. The
chances of having three matching symbols as opposed to four is always
greater.
Progressive slots offer the opportunity to obtain a higher jackpot. But it is
important to play the maximum coins to attain the highest payoffs. Consider
playing progressives with a maximum two coins bet only if you want to
minimize losses. Just remember that you cannot obtain the highest jackpot.
One-payline slot machines give you less winning frequency than
three-paylines slots. However, the latter have much lower payoffs and
require you to play three coins per pull which quickly depletes your bankroll.
Double-up symbols are a wonderful boon for any gambler, as a double-up
symbol replaces any other at the reel.
Bonus feature slots have recently become popular. They can offer bonus
features like a bonus spin or the option to hold the reels.
