Slot Machine Rules

Each online slots machine will have its own set of play rules that come into play when you play it, and this can often be very confusing for slot players. The most common rules surround progressive type jackpots offered by online slot games.

So to help you get your head around them we have a guide below that will help you ensure you abide by the slot rules and never miss out on a jackpot win! So make sure you take note and follow these slot rules to the letter.

Rapid Fire Jackpots - This sort of progressive jackpot is awarded at random at the end of any one particular spins, and the stake levels you are playing the slot for will determine the value of the jackpot awarded.

Random Jackpot Slots - This is another randomly awarded progressive jackpot that can be won by any player once they have completed any game. It does not matter on what stake levels you play the slot for, even penny players have been known to hit these jackpots.

Single Line Progressives - Three reel progressive slot rules usually state that you have to be playing the maximum number of coins one the payline to activate the progressive jackpot payout. If you are not playing maximum coins and you hit the jackpot combination then you will be awarded a smaller payout and not the progressive jackpot.

Multi Line Progressives - If you are playing multi line progressive slot machines then the slot rules usually dictate that you have to play all paylines and maximum coins to win the progressive jackpot, Often the last payline is the one that offers the progressive payout. This means if it is a 9 payline slot then the winning jackpot combination will have to spin in on payline number 9 for you to win it.

Side Bet - Some slot machines offer a special, optional sidebet and the slot rules will stipulate that you must place this side bet wager to be in with a chance of winning the progressive jackpot. If you don't place this side bet then you cannot win the jackpot associated with it.

Bonus Play - If you are playing with any form of casino bonus, and this often includes comps given by an online casino then the slot rules usually dictate that you cannot play any of their progressive slots. If you do play them with a bonus and hit the progressive payout your win will be voided, so make sure you are fully aware of this very important slot rule.

Currency - Many online casinos have a slot rule that states you can only play the slot machines in your home currency, so make sure that when you sign up as a new player you are only playing in your home currency. If it is not listed then make sure you ask the casino which currency you are allowed to play in and always keep a copy of their reply.

Winnings - The majority of online casinos have a slot rule that says all payouts including progressive jackpots are paid out in one lump sum. It is often best you check the rules yourself before you start playing as it could be heart breaking to find out they are only go to pay you so much per year over the next 25 years!