Slot machine strategy

The slot machine odds are controlled by the casino; they can set the payout % for each machine as it is all controlled by a computer. This it’s true, but they can not control when the next jackpot or any specific result will occur because this is under the control of a random number generator. So let’s say the casino sets the machine to payout 97% that means for every dollar bet, on average, 3 cents would go to the casino and the other 97 cents would go back to the player in the long run. In the short run however it is possible to hit the jackpot with just one spin.

Some slot machines have special features like a bonus meter where a bonus increases when the reels stop on particular combinations. And then when the player hits a special combination the player wins the coins in the meter. If you see someone else leave a machine like this that has a meter of some sort with a bonus still in the meter it can be a good strategy to play until you empty the meter. It is actually possible to have a positive expected value playing slot machines like this.

If you look at the payout table you often benefit from betting the maximum number of coins. For example sometimes the maximum is required to get a shot at the progressive jackpot. If the maximum seems high to you should consider moving down in coin size by switching to a lower- value coins slot machine.


Slot machine strategy tips

Look for slot machines that get advertised as having high payback percentages.

Look for slot machines that have special features like the bonus meter mentioned above.

Look at the payout table if there are special rewards for betting the maximum, like jackpots etc.

Do not be fooled by people that sell book with systems that promise easy ways of winning, there is no easy way if there was they would not print it and sell the system in a book.

Do not believe in hot or cold machines, the chances of winning are the same even if the machine seems cold/hot.