Progressive slots offer jackpots that grow as more money is played through
the machine. The progressive may be part of a network of machines all offering
the same jackpot, and all contributing a portion of their play-through to that
total. Until a lucky player hits the jackpot, progressive slots grow larger and
larger, either topping out at a predefined level set by the casino, or being won
in a single spin and getting reset. The jackpot grows in proportion to how much
play the machine or network of machines get. After a major win, the jackpot
value is reset to a base figure and it starts growing again. All of the lavish
and extravagant prizes one sees on the casino floor are made possible by the
progressive jackpot concept.
Here are the most important things you need to know before playing
progressive slots.
To begin with, you have to choose between standard slots and progressives.
Your decision will likely be based on your motivation to play. Progressive slots
set aside some of their revenue to be put towards a giant jackpot, but offer
smaller and often less frequent payouts in between. If you're playing slots
because you want to strike it rich, progressive slots are tailor made for you.
If you prefer to maximize your playing time on a limited budget, and would be
perfectly happy making just a few bucks, then it's best to stick with machines
offering smaller jackpots. Lower jackpot machines will likely offer smaller but
more frequent wins.
To maximize your potential revenue, browse through the slots to find similar
machines. Some stand-alone progressive slots may be the same except for the
current jackpot total. Always choose the machine with the highest accumulated
jackpot among similar machines. Chances are they were reset to the same base
level, and the one with the higher jackpot has been running longer since being
won.
Keep in mind that, if you are a progressive slots fan, all progressive
machines require that you bet the maximum number of coins to be eligible for the
big jackpot. If you play these machines, you've chosen to forego more frequent
small profits for a shot at a big payout, and that payout will only go to
players placing the maximum bet..
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