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Introduction Slots.. Oh dear – where do I
start??? There are soooooo many
different ones on-line it could make your brain hurt! So what I’ve decided to do with this page
is just give a brief overview, and
then list out some of my favourites I’ve played with my personal
review of them. To start with, if you’re from the
UK like me, or other countries with ‘fruit machines’, try to forget all about
those completely rigged heaps of crap.
Online slots look similar, but are completely different because most
of them really are random! Most online slots are traditional
3 or 5 reel type, but different slots have different numbers of pay-lines;- 3-reel; 1, 3 or 5 win lines. 5-reel;
5, 9, 11, 15, 20, 25, 30, 40, 50 and now even 100 win lines! (Note that different softwares
have different win line patterns eg: winline 4 on MG is not the same ‘shape’
as winline 4 on Crypto). Then we have different categories
of slots:- Bonus; Have one or more bonus features
triggered by getting certain symbols in view.
The bonus rounds are normally ‘free-spins’ with a multiplier (eg. 15
free spins with all wins x3), or ‘picks’ where you click on a number of
symbols to reveal a mystery prize, or a combination of both. Progressive Jackpot; Have a
common ‘pool’ of funds contributed to by ALL casinos using the same software
to give a massive jackpot which is usually won by getting the highest ranking
symbols on the highest numbered line payline on the slot. (e.g. Line 15 on a
15 line slot). Some progressives are
also ‘bonus round’ slots and some of these only give the jackpot in the bonus
round, while others still pay as described above. Getting Started If you’re new to online slots you
really should play all those you like the sound of in ‘practice mode’ before
you play for real money so you know what to expect. All online casinos should give you the
facility to do this. You will find the
pay tables by clicking on a button on the screen. When you’ve decided to play for
real, the first thing to be aware of is what bet level the slot is on when
you initially bring it onto your screen.
The vast majority will NOT be set at the minimum bet level, but you
can manually reduce this using the on-screen control buttons. Note that the cost indicator is per line,
not per spin! They will also normally
be set at maximum paylines, which again, you may wish to reduce. E.g. Some
people like to play 25 line slots using only 9 or 15 paylines for various
reasons, including making their money last longer! Many casinos’ have ‘autoplay’ so
you don’t get finger ache clicking that mouse button. MG’s is the best (access by hitting the
‘expert’ button) because you can set it to stop if you hit a big win! Reel Weighting & Randomness The most fundamental way in which
video slots differ from real slot machines is that they do not have physical
reels. This allows the slot to have
‘weighted’ reels. This is done in one of
two ways; a) The reels on a slot
do not all have the same number of symbols on them. E.g. On Tomb Raider the reels have 24, 28,
34, 40 & 40 symbols. So the
chances of getting the scatter symbol on reel 1 is 3 in 24, but on reel 5 it
is 3 in 40. b) The reels all have the
same number of symbols, but the odds of each one appearing is different. E.g. Each reel could have just 10 symbols
on it, but it is programmed so that the jackpot symbol only appears Bonus Rounds & Jackpots These vary from one slot to
another, but typically bonus rounds are usual triggered either by getting
certain ‘Scatter’ symbols on certain reels, or by getting a set number of
consecutive symbols on a winline. The
bonus itself is usually either a pre-set or random number of ‘free-spins’
with a multiplier, or it’s ‘picks’ when you select from a number of symbols
on the screen to reveal random prizes.
Some slots combine the two; you pick symbols that give you a random
number of free-spins! Note that while
it is possible to get very big wins from the bonus rounds, it is also
possible on many slots to get close to, or actually nothing! L The Jackpot on most video slots
is getting 5 ‘wild’ symbols on a winline.
On progressive slots these 5 wilds have to be on a particular winline
(normally the highest available; e.g. line 15 on a 15-line slot). Best Slots This is all a matter of opinion
of course, and it’s unlikely any two players will agree on this. One thing
most of us do agree on (backed by a recent online poll) is that the best
software for slots playability is MicroGaming far and away better than the
competition. But I also enjoy many
slots on other softwares, as you’ll see on my favourite slots table below! |
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Name
of Slot / (Software) |
Jackpot |
Multiplier of max jackpot if hit during ‘normal’ spins. (Bet per line
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R L P |
Number of Reels Number of win-lines Progressive jackpot? |
Ra (SS) |
Our rating of the slot (out of 10) Screenshot of one of out great hits! (if applicable) – click on SS to view! |
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Description |
Black; How the bonus feature/jackpot
is triggered. Blue; Our
personal review. Red; Bad
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B? |
Bonus Rounds? (No. of types) |
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spin |
Approx. spins between bonuses. (Blue = actual, Green = estimate) |
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Recommended casinos to play this slot.
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R/L/P |
B? |
B spin |
Jackpot |
Ra |
Description |
Where to
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Dolphin
Tale (Microgaming) |
5 40 No |
1 |
150 |
x 3,000 (x60,000
in free spins) |
10 |
3 scatter clam symbols anywhere in view trigger the
free spins where you face a difficult choice. You pick how many spins you
want & get randomly awarded one of three multipliers: From 25 spins at x2, 3 or 5 down to 5 spins
at x10, 15 or 20. What makes it even more fun is any symbol can randomly turn
wild during the free-spins, greatly boosting your win! This feature on
this slot is just about my favourite free-spin variant. I usually go for just
5 free-spins then pray for the x20 and 1 or 2 really big hits! (Note: I find 40 win-lines is too many, so
usually play this one anywhere from 17 to 25 lines) |
River Belle (£75 free/month) Villento (Weekly bonuses!) All Jackpots ($200 S.U.B.)
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Atlantis (Grand Virtual) |
5 11 No |
4 |
30-40 |
x 2,000 |
9 |
This slot has FOUR different bonus features:- Free-spins:
5 to 25 spins for 3-5 Nautilus: Wild symbol multiplies wins by x5, and any bonus
round awards are tripled! Treasure
Hunt: 3+ Astrolabes take you to a prize maze – Navigate
the Mermaid though the caves collecting prizes, monster repellent and trap
keys, avoid the Kraken & the traps until you find the exit. Obelisk:
Reach the top of the column for the biggest prizes. Seahorse
Race: Pick 3 from 6 horses and race to the finish line. With all the features, the more scatters that
trigger the round, the bigger your prizes!
This is simply the most amazing slot I’ve
ever played! The graphics & sounds must be seen to be believed. The unusual graphics & reel layouts takes a bit of
getting used to. |
Imperial
Casino ($200
SUB) Or Casino
Fantasy ($100
SUB)
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Rain
Dance (RTG) |
5 20 Yes |
1 |
130 |
x 5,000 |
9 |
One of many different ‘Real Series’ slots, on this one
the bonus is triggered by 3 or more scatters in view. Your chances are
enhanced by an extra free-spin if you get 2 in view. You get 10 spins @ x3
for 3 scatters, 15x4 for 4 & 100x5 for 5! Three or more scatters in the
free spins give you the same bonus again. Therefore, if you do get 5 scatters
initially you are guaranteed a MEGA win! I have never had the 5 scatters myself, but
I know others who have. I live in hope! All
the Real Series of slots have a maximum win of 40,000 x line bet, so if you
get the 100 spins with re-triggers it’s likely you will be capped before
finishing all your spins. L |
iNetBet (200%
slots bonus) Club USA (S.U.B. $350!) Slots
Plus (125%
to $500)
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Tomb
Raider (Microgaming) |
5 15 No |
2 |
Lara’s: 124 Idols: 70 |
x 7,500 |
9 |
3 or more round Lara scatter symbols give you 10
free spins with all wins multiplied by 3 (except Tomb Bonus), can
retrigger. Or 3 or more Idols on a
winline give you a corresponding number of picks in the ‘Tomb Bonus’. Very playable slot
as you should normally get one bonus or the other every 47-50 spins. Only bad point is many MG’s have it at
5c/line min. |
River Belle (£75 free/month) Villento (Weekly bonuses!) All Jackpots ($200 S.U.B.)
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Reel
Crime (Rival Gaming) |
5 15 No |
3 |
60 |
x 750 |
9 |
This slot is unique in that it follows a story line,
with comic-book style animated scenes between each of the rounds. When you
complete each section you get a prize bonus round before moving on, or going
back to the start, depending on the outcome. As you start each section you
get the opportunity to change your stake which is then fixed. The symbols on
the reels also change as you advance.
In addition they have free spins triggered by scatter symbols. Great fun to play! This is a low very variance slot = little chance of really big wins,
but money can last a long time! |
Paradise 8 (100% to $350) DaVinci’s
Gold ($100 x5) Cocoa Casino
(SUB
$350) This is Vegas
($250
free)
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Hampsteads (CryptoLogic) |
5 9 No |
1 |
130 |
x 5,000 |
9 |
3 scattered Toasters anywhere in view randomly award
from 1 to 5 bonus rounds. Click the 9 squares to match 3 characters and win
the biggest prizes. I love the feature on this fun slot, mainly because I have
hit the top prize more time than I can remember! This slot is
very old, and looks it. Slow & jerky play, but I forgive that due to the
potential for big wins. Min bet too high (10c/line) |
Intercasino ($100 free/mth) Intercasino £UK
(£50/mth) William
Hills (£25/month) Littlewoods (£25/month)
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Lotto
Madness (Playtech) |
5 20 Yes * |
1 |
130 |
x 10,000 |
9 |
Get the ‘Lotto Wheel’ scatter feature anywhere on
reels 1 & 5 and spin the wheel for your free-spins & multiplier;
anything from 3 spins @ x2 to 20 @ x10!
Has an optional progressive ‘Dollar Ball’ side-bet. The feature is
great if you get a high number (obviously), but the normal wins are usually
frequent & often good, making this a very playable & fun slot! |
Bet365 (£100 free match) Grosvenor
(150% to £75) Tote
Sport (£100
free)
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Ladies
Nite, Spring Break, Thunderstruck (Microgaming) |
5 9 No |
1 |
130 |
x 10,000 |
8 |
3 scatter symbols anywhere in view trigger 15 free
spins with a x3 multiplier. Can re-trigger.
Wild symbol doubles all wins. I’ve grouped these three together because they are all
basically the same slot, just with different symbols & sounds! Thunderstruck has arguably the best graphic
& sounds of any slot, but I seem to win more regularly on Ladies Nite,
but then I’ve hit the jackpot on Spring Break..! |
32Red ($32+/month) Ladbrokes (100% to £50) Ruby
Fortune ($500 free-play)
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(Microgaming) |
5 25 No |
1 |
100 |
x 2,000 (x50,000
in free spins) |
8 |
2 champagne bottles anywhere on reels 2 & 4
trigger a bonus of 6 to 30 free spins.
Each win then has a random multiplier of x2 to x25 applied to
it. Can retrigger. Possibly the most playable 25 liner ever! Often 25 lines = crap wins, but |
Grand
Mondial
(100% to $/£/€200, then 200 free-spins on a slot – keep winnings!) The Gaming Club (£75/month)
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Monopoly
Here & Now (WagerWorks) |
5 20 No |
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