Ask Genie: What Are the Factors to Consider in Choosing a Slot Game?

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So, you’ve signed up to play, and you’re good to go. But how do you choose what slot machine to play? There are tons of slots out there, but there are some criteria you can use to help you choose a slot game to play. Keep on reading to find out more.  

Cost Per Spin and Payout Rate

Every spin on a slot machine has a cost associated with it. The cost of play is 10% each spin if the consumer receives a payout of 90%. On average, you would have £0.90 left over if you were playing at a rate of £1 a spin with a 90% payout. As a result, each spin would cost you £0.10 to play. The 90 percent payout includes incremental gains. The 90 percent payment includes jackpot winners (£1200 or more). Only 1% of all payouts are for jackpots.

At its most basic level, a payout rate is the percentage of money that a specific slot machine will pay out over the course of its lifetime. Therefore, if a slot machine has a theoretical 98 percent return to player rate, it theoretically means that for every £1 you wager, you should theoretically receive 98p back. This is known as the return to player.

Taking account of both of these factors can be helpful in picking what slot games to play. In general, players are looking for slots with a low cost of spin, and a high payout rate, but some players may choose different statistics to this if they’re looking for a challenge. 

Themes and Graphics

This all comes down to your personal preference, as what looks great to some may be unappealing to others. The visual appeal of each online slot game is a crucial aspect that should be taken into consideration beforehand. It could be worthwhile to compare the visual capabilities of each game or platform, depending on the type of theme and format you choose.

Because online slot games have embraced the entertainment value that many video games exhibit, there is a direct correlation between a game's visual appeal and its overall calibre. Lower graphics make a game harder to play and interact with, which can be the difference between a good and a bad online slot game. 

In general, before locking in your slot choice, check out reviews that show images of gameplay. If you’re not keen on what you see, or worse see elements that jump out to you as annoying, then it’s clear that that specific slot isn’t right for you. 

Game Provider

It can sometimes be worth considering the provider that has created the game, especially if you have previous slot experience. If you’ve enjoyed previous titles by a specific creator, then you’ll like to enjoy the other games the provider has to offer. In general, slots created by big developers such as Games Global and Red Tiger Gaming will most likely be well regarded and enjoyable, and games by indie developers, such as Synot may lack some polish but may feature some interesting concepts or features. As we said, it’s all up to preference.  

Slot Reviews

Trust your fellow players! Slot reviews from casino experts as well as your average player will be able to help you steer clear of the slots that are just not worth wasting your time on. Slots that never seem to pay out, have impossible bonus features, or simply just don’t work how they should are definitely worth avoiding, and reading a few short reviews can really save you some hassle. 

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