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Do you always check FAQ section before texting to Customer Support Service? Most people do. This section helps to find the answer to your question as well as to find out some other information that can become very useful. Sometimes, people may feel too shy to contact Customer Support Service and the possability to find answers without doing it makes them pleased. On this page, you will find the most common questions about slots, jackpots and online gambling. Please read carefully to be aware of all the details.

FAQ

What Is a Slot Machine?

Slot machine is the general name for gambling machines that can be found in casinos around the world. They were invented in the United States of America towards the end of the 19th century. They are considered the most popular gambling game today, and around 70% of their casinos' revenue comes from slot machines. These games feature a range of reels and symbols. The goal is to place identical symbols side by side on paylines connecting the reels. When this is done, players win cash according to the number and type of symbols. Traditional machines have a lever on the side, and this lever is pulled to spin the reels. On electromechanical machines, this can be done at the push of a button. There are also digital versions of slot machines played in online casinos, and because they are completely digital, they have more advanced features and graphics. One of the reasons they're popular is that they don't require experience. Even a beginner can win the big prize if he is lucky enough. You can find the best examples of online slot games on our website and play for free.

How Do Casino Slot Machines Work?

Casino slot machines are completely digital at the moment, and they are connected to a central server. A software called Random Number Generator (RNG) on this server determines what the spin results will be. The only task of this software is to generate a random number when the Spin button is pressed. Each symbol in the slot games has a numerical counterpart, and whichever of these equivalents the RNG result matches, that symbol will appear on the screen. For example, let's assume that the range of numbers 1,000 - 1,250 belongs to the Wild symbol. If RNG produces the number 1,110, the Wild symbol will appear on the screen. The outcome of each spin is completely random, and there is no way to predict it.

What Is a Progressive Jackpot?

Progressive jackpot is a term used for the big prize in a slot machine that keeps increasing steadily. In addition to the payouts made by the symbols, these games also have a big prize that can be won, and this is called a jackpot for short. If the amount of this grand prize continues to increase with every game played (until someone wins), this means it is progressive. Sometimes, the amount of the grand prize can reach millions. The thing to do to win the progressive jackpot is different in every game and sometimes requires finding certain symbols, sometimes playing a mini-game. The world's largest progressive jackpot prize is € 17,879,645 and was won in the Mega Moolah slot on 6 October 2015. There's no way to know who will be the next winner. If you're lucky enough, you could be the next millionaire.

How to Reset a Slot Machine after a Jackpot?

Slot machines reset on their own after paying a jackpot; there is nothing the player can or should do. The server to which these games are connected will instantly empty the prize pool after making the payout and start replenishing it using the bets placed within a few seconds. Today, all jackpot games are connected to a central server, and everything related to the games (including payouts) is managed by the software on that server.

What Is the Payout Percentage of Slot Machines?

The payout percentage is a figure showing how much a slot can give back of all the investments in the long run. It is also known as return to player (RTP), and contrary to popular belief, it is not a term about the chance of winning. Your chances of winning in a game with a high RTP percentage are not higher, but you will lose less in the long run. For example, if players invest 1000 USD in a game with 96% RTP, the slot will give 960 USD back in the long run. The loss will be limited to 40 USD, and that is what the casino earns from it. (The long-run term usually means after 1,000 spins.) In general, online slots have higher RTP percentages compared to physical slot machines, and it is possible to say that the average value is 95%. When choosing online slot games, you should pay attention to the RTP percentage and prefer games in the range of 95% - 99% - the higher, the better.

How Do You Calculate Slot Machine Payout Percentage?

To calculate a payout percentage, it is necessary to make at least 1,000 spins in that game, note each game’s results, and ultimately determine a number based on how many won and how many lost. Your net profit and loss after 1,000 spins will be used to determine the payout value. As might be expected, players don't have the time and budget to do these things. This is why developers almost always add the RTP percentage of their games to the paytable, and it is possible to verify this data. Independent companies, such as eCOGRA and iTechLabs, run slot games in a virtual environment, checking RTP percentages and checking whether they comply with the declared values.

What Does Volatility Mean?

Volatility is the name of a statistical measurement method used to determine what the dispersion level of an investment's return will be. It is a financial term, but it is also used to determine the payout amounts and frequency of payouts in slot games. There are generally two types of volatility, low and high. Slots with low volatility pay frequently, but their payout amounts are low. Slots with high volatility, on the other hand, have low payout frequency but high payout amounts. There are also medium volatility slots that are between these values and represent the average in terms of both the amount of payment and the frequency. The level of volatility is not related to the chance of winning. However, since it will take longer to start winning, it is possible to say that high volatility slots are more suitable for players who do not have a budget problem. Likewise, low volatility slots can be a better choice for players playing on a tight budget.

What Are Wagering Requirements?

The wagering requirement means that a certain amount of money has to be wagered to unlock an online bonus. Online casino bonuses are “locked” when they are credited to your account, meaning it is not possible to use them or withdraw them to your bank account. Only after a certain amount of money is wagered, the bonus is transferred to the player's real balance. How much money needs to be wagered is indicated in the bonus terms and conditions by a multiplier symbol (e.g. 20x). Wagering means using the deposited money in games, so only making a deposit is not enough. Choosing bonuses with low wagering times will allow you to have a more enjoyable and efficient online gambling experience.

How Are Wagering Requirements Calculated?

Online casinos take many criteria into account when calculating the wagering requirement. In general, it is possible to say that the higher the bonus amount, the higher the wagering amount will be. How much money has to be wagered is different in every casino and is represented by a multiplier symbol. For example, if the bonus amount is 100 USD, and the wagering rate is 30x, this means that 3,000 USD has to be wagered (100 x 30). In general, you can use this formula to calculate the wagering amount: bonus amount X wagering rate = money that needs to be wagered. The wagering rate is listed in terms and conditions of bonuses and is different in every casino.

Are Online Casinos Safe?

Online security is a broad concept and when it comes to online gambling, it concerns both the privacy of personal information, the legality of the service provided, and the security of the connection. In this context, for an online casino to be safe, it must, first of all, have a license and provide a legal service. All pages of the casino site must be protected by SSL, and your personal information must be collected in accordance with international law. It is possible to say that online casinos that follow all of these rules are safe.