The slot machine is all about luck, right? Right. You pull a level or press a button or click a mouse and the slot machine shows you what it wants to show you. Though with the right strategy, you can set yourself apart from the pack.
The scenario
We all know that the casino is not going to lose money from their slot machines on any given night; they will take their profits. But we also know that a few fortunate bettors are going to win the jackpot. What you may not know is how to make it likelier that you win. Read on.
The comps...and the bonuses
Casinos operate in a competitive market; they have to find ways to get you to gamble with them, instead of across the street at another casino. Comps and bonuses are tools the casino uses to keep you happy. And gambling.
A comp or bonus can come in the form of a free room, free drinks, or a free show. An online casino cannot set you up with tickets for the Celine Dion show, so they will give you money, or a prize like a trip to a white, sandy beach somewhere.
Making bonuses work for you
The more you play, the higher your chances of winning. It is that simple in the slot machine world: And bonuses let you play longer, sometimes a lot longer. If you are at a physical casino, you should ask for a player’s card; this card calculates how much time you are playing slots and makes you eligible for related bonuses.
An online casino will directly tell you that you need to spend $X to receive a bonus. You should be strategic about when you play; if you don’t have the required money, wait until you do. Know that bonuses expire. Use them.
An online casino will sometimes offer you a bonus upfront, though you have to play for a specified amount of time before you make a withdrawal.
Know your limits
Whether sitting at your computer or in front of a physical slot machine, you should have a predetermined budget that you stick to, no matter what. This is important. Slots can be fun, but not if you are losing the money you set aside for your next vacation.