Slot Machines to Familiarize Yourself With- Part 1
Though slot machines are known to be the easiest games on a casino floor to just jump into, there are still some things to be aware of. Not all machines are created equally. Sure there are the handles, coin slots, the symbols, the reels and the flashing lights on all of them, but the way they work can be considerably varied. It’s good to learn how to understand a machine and the pay schedule. Here are some of the most popular slots games and what to remember when playing each one of them.
The first thing to watch out for is the denomination of coin needed to play the machine. This is important because most gamblers have some kind of bankroll that they are working with. Once that bankroll is depleted, most gamblers are done playing. If you have a smaller bankroll but want to extend your game time, it’s best to play the smaller denomination games. On the other hand, if you have a bigger bank roll and want to test your luck at a bigger payout, then games with larger denomination coinage may work for you. Be sure to understand what your goal is for your gaming session and then pick the right game for your needs accordingly.
There are also machine terminology to be aware of. First of all there is the multiplier. Landing a certain symbol and the number of coins played multiplies it is how you achieve a positive pay out. If the machine pays 5 coins for three lemons when you play one coin, it would pay 10 for the second coin and 15 for three coins played. This machine does not penalize you for not playing maximum coins. If you plan to play only one coin at a time, this is the type of machine you should look for.
There is also the bonus multiplier. This is a lot like the multiplier, but it offers an even bigger bonus when you play maximum coins and hit the jackpot. Three 7’s may pay 1,100 for one coin, 2,200 for two coins and 5,000 for maximum coins. You need to decide if the bonus is worth playing the extra coin.
Part two coming next.
