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Though often thought of as a basic casino game, there is actually more to a
casino online slot machine than one might think. It's not just as simple as picking
any old game and pulling the arm. There is an advantage in getting to know
exactly what type of online slot machine you're about to play.
There are three
main types of slots: flat top or basic slot machine, progressive, and video
slots. Of course in the world of online slot machines, video slots may
simply be grouped within either of the first two categories. Knowing the
types alone isn't enough however; there are also a variety of multi-payline
and multi-reel combinations just to complicate things further. But don't
worry -this page has been written especially for that reason- to give people
a chance to understand the world of slot machines a little better.
Online
slot Guide - Flat
Top (straight or basic slots)
Although often referred to as 'basic', there are many types and styles of
basic slots. What categorizes a slot machine as 'basic' is the nature of its
jackpot. If a machine has a constant top jackpot that doesn't change with
the money played through the machine, it's known as a basic slot. Basic
slots are often of a lower denomination, and are known to offer smaller and
more frequent wins, perfect for players who like to play for extended period
on a limited bankroll.
Basic slots may
also have multiple paylines and multiple reels available. The classic
example of a online slot machine has a single payline running across the center of
three reels. To add another payline means to view the set of symbols above
or below the center payline as another possible winning line. If you don't
have a win on a normal payline, but the symbols above the normal payline are
three sevens, you can still win. The majority of multiple payline machines
activate each payline for each coin you put in the machine. Playing maximum
coins will ensure all paylines are always covered.
Online Slot Guide -
Progressive Slot Machines
Unlike basic slots, the jackpot amount on progressive slot machines
increases according to the amount of money played through them. It's sort of
like the lottery; the more people play, the bigger the jackpot gets - until
someone wins it. Progressive jackpot machines most often display the total
jackpot number in large numbers at the top of the machine. This number
usually increases right in front of your eyes, as people play the
progressive elsewhere and contribute to a growing jackpot. Once a jackpot is
hit, the progressive number will be reset down to a base level and begin
growing again. A progressive jackpot slot machine often requires maximum
coins to be played for the major jackpot to payout.
As a general
rule of thumb, always take note of the pay table being presented for the
machine you're playing. If the potential wins increases dramatically between
one, two, or three coins being played, it may be in your best interest to
play a larger number of coins.
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