What Feature Do You Look for In Slot Games?

[Pmalek]

Whether we like it or not, slot games are some of the most popular games in casinos. That is the case with physical casinos as well as online casinos. Some of the reasons why they are so popular are that they are simple to learn and play, and they offer immense payout potentials and jackpots.

In this poll, I’d like to know how this forum’s players select which slot games to play? What feature is most important to you?

•   The RTP percentage determines the average return to player rate of a game. The higher this rate is, the bigger the possibility to earn profits.
•   Volatility varies from slot to slot. Low volatility games offer regular wins in smaller amounts, whereas high volatility games pay less frequently but in larger amounts.
•   Free spins and bonus games. Slots with wilds and scatters award players free bonus rounds with increased potential to profit. Some games also offer an expensive buy feature that gives you straight access to bonus rounds.
•   The more paylines a game has, the more winning combinations are available to the player. But more paylines also equal higher stakes.
•   Progressive jackpots can earn players returns of several million dollars. But to be eligible for the highest payouts, you are often required to play with maximum bets.
•   Each game developer has his own unique style, design, and interface for his games. Are the graphics, designs, and layouts something essential in the slots you play? 


When I play slot games, I like to try my luck with low to medium volatility games with RTP rates above 96%.

You are allowed to vote twice and select two features you like the most.
Please keep the discussions clean and on-topic.

[Hamphser]

The RTP percentage
Free spins and bonus games.

These are my primary things to be considered first before playing some slots on a particular provider.I do always go after with high RTP and of course those
free bonus rounds to be hit which does really give out some boost anytime i do play.

Next will be Paylines and of course the design.

[harizen]

RTP is an obvious thing to looked first, at least for me. Somehow, want to see the chances of winning I have before hitting that ROLL or SPIN button.

The number of possible free spins rewards also matters. I like to see those slots featuring a chance of hitting at least 10 free spins. That was already a big bonus and most of the time, my decent winnings always came from free spins (automatic spins then I will just watch) compare manual or auto-session.

[mu_enrico]

I use five variables to rate slots games:
- Gameplay
- Graphics/animation
- Sound
- RTP
- Bankroll friendliness -> related to max-win, minimum bet, and volatility.

For example, on my hobby site I gave high rating for Tome of Madness. Gameplay and graphics are the most important aspect if you want to play games. Plus, knowing about RTP and stuff is also helpful.

[milewilda]

Going with  RTP and design because i do really look for slots which does entertain me in terms of these characteristic, not minding on some situation if its a bit low on rtp but
once i do saw the slot design is quite attractive then i do immediately try it out.

Other is volatility where there are lots i do like that giving out regular wins but on low amounts.Doesnt matter if theyre low as long im enjoying it.

[famososMuertos]

I am a recreational player with Slots so the minimum bet for me is the priority, I may have the best evaluation or review that includes data about the OP, but if the minimum bet does not adapt it is simple I do not play it.

There are games that are highly recommended and become popular due to their volatility, but when you are going to play it, the minimum spin is $ 2 and I'm not player to play 10 spins, I use the autobet at 100 spins as a minimum, so it's simple, it's not for me. .

So I like to play those from a certain provider that includes mostly games with the bet that I like the most $ 0.01 and if by chance I hit a 100X or 1000x, happy; I not regret.

In conclusion, Provider and minimum bet between $ 0.01 and $ 0.5. After what you mention (OP) Volatility and The more paylines.

Spins!!

[ralle14]

I wanted to pick more than two but I ended up with graphics/layout/game developer and the free spins/bonus games, these two are my priority when checking out slot games because if you like a specific slot game then you might like the other slot games coming from the same developers since they also use the same layouts and gameplay which can be a hit or miss. The same goes for free spins and bonus games they're hand in hand with the developers as they include the same style of free spins and other random stuff on their new releases.

[Peanutswar]

I choose the Free spins and bonus games because this gives you already an advantage and chance to boost up a head start multiplier and many gamblers using this to have a huge amount of profit. Also you don't need to scroll many times just to get those desired multiplier you want but the risky part is its all or nothing game if you hit the multiplier that's good but if those bonus spin does not give a good outcome its just a lose for the part of yours you bought an expensive bonus spins for nothing.

[Wexnident]

Free spins and Type of game. There are WAY too many slot games out there, after all, so I want something that could let me differentiate it from others, a unique aspect to it so to speak. Though it's mostly just me looking for the graphics/layout, and not as much as concerning myself with the game dev (not that I have ever looked them up ofc). My 2nd would be free spins, cause why not? No one hates free spins anyway. Though chances are that the slots with free spins give you way fewer chances of winning, but hey, I'm in it to play as much, not to win as much. As long as I have fun, it doesn't really matter to me.

[Pmalek]

I use five variables to rate slots games:
- Gameplay
- Graphics/animation
- Sound
- RTP
- Bankroll friendliness -> related to max-win, minimum bet, and volatility.

I have never considered sound and music an important factor when selecting what games to play. But I was pleasantly surprised when I played Hotline 2 the first time exclusively for the soundtrack it featured. Have you ever tried it?   

Gameplay and graphics are the most important aspect if you want to play games.

If we are talking about PC and PlayStation games, I would agree with you. But when it comes to games where I expect to win something, or I wish to win something, I don't really care about the graphics as long as the payouts are decent.

I didn't add this option in the poll, but do you like the double or nothing coin toss game that some slots have after each win?

[mu_enrico]

I have never considered sound and music an important factor when selecting what games to play.

Try Reactoonz 2 mate, the music and sound effects are so good!

I was pleasantly surprised when I played Hotline 2 the first time exclusively for the soundtrack it featured. Have you ever tried it?   

Yes, but I like Hotline 1 better. Also, the music isn't quite my taste.

If we are talking about PC and PlayStation games, I would agree with you. But when it comes to games where I expect to win something, or I wish to win something, I don't really care about the graphics as long as the payouts are decent.

True, RTP for older games are usually higher at ~97% (depend on the provider), and it still has lots of loyal customers. It depends on how high RTP reduction is for newer games, some (or probably the majority, due to slots hype) may still tolerate it for the compensation of nice gameplay.

I personally won't spend much time on old slots, and won't touch slots below 96% RTP. In the end, it's just a game that will make users poor even though the RTP is higher.

I didn't add this option in the poll, but do you like the double or nothing coin toss game that some slots have after each win?

And the wheel of fortune to gamble your free spin. Not my favorite, since my gut cannot take it.

[Bitinity]

RTP? No I dont really care about this thing, as long as I like the game then I'll play it regularly. I like to play high volatility slot games where there is a chance to win huge multiplier. Design? I do not really care as well since all providers give their best design and I think the quality of the design are similar to each other.

[khaled0111]

To be honest, graphics and animation are what attracts me the most. I rarely check the info page for RTP and such.
Another feature which I always consider when picking a game is the multiplier. If the highest multiplier is less than 5000x then I wouldn't even think of clicking on that game in first place.

After playing for a while, and especially when things do not go well (bad luck), checking the volatily and RTP becomes a must

[uneng]

•   The RTP percentage determines the average return to player rate of a game. The higher this rate is, the bigger the possibility to earn profits.

That is the most important aspect in a slots game for me. It's the same than playing at a low house edge casino, what guarantees we are going to have less losses on long run and more winning chances on short run.
Another features aren't so important like the one mentioned above, and if not combined with a high RTP, they are worthless from a practical view.
Just a curiosity: sometimes when playing at slots in land based casinos it looks like the RTP isn't fixed, as the machines suddenly become more or less profitable, depending the time, as they were manipulated.

[DoublerHunter]

^ Better odds, great and very much friend User Interface which is very easy to navigate and use, justified minimum withdrawal or zero minimum, and lastly, wide deposit methods. Better odds so we know we are in a good company that won’t generate income in a greedy way. Most of the existing gambling platforms are complicated to the fact that normal people could not catch up even though they want to play as much (this one is very crucial).
Justified minimum withdrawal or zero minimum as this has been a struggle we had in almost 99% of platforms available in the market. Wide deposit methods as it is very costly to move from this alternative to this alternative. If the developers can find a way how they can connect the platform with APIs that we mostly use, that would be very helpful.

[ChuckBuck]

Haha, this poll  is really interesting. For someone who is no longer passionate about gambling like me, perhaps Free spins and other bonus games is what I care most about. And look, 33% of people have the same opinion as me up to now, it's definitely a good number for me to see that I'm not alone  Jackpots are something too luxury to dream about, but Graphics, layouts, and / or the game developer are always on top. An attractive website is always popular.

[peter0425]

Of course first Free Spins and Bonuses , Lets not be Hypocrite because all of us looks for this in any ways right?

Second the Jackpot , All of us gamblers has this Dream and who does not?


Then the Casino Design and color combinations , i have a sensitive vision so i Must admit that this is one of my option to choose.

[michellee]

I choose Free spins and other bonus games and Jackpot

Although I am not chasing the Jackpot, I think the huge number that shows on the site's homepage can attract many gamblers, including myself. But I will tend to choose Free spins and other bonus game because that will be free for me and I will have a chance to win some prizes, although the chance is small.

[Nadziratel]

I have always been a believer in mathematics. And I think it's a pity that there is no statistical data in slot games. Would it be possible to present data such as win rates, total amount of games, etc.

[Ulven]

Indeed, background and colors play a big role for me to join the gambling site!! I also like free tournaments. When I don’t have money, I find it fun to join these tournaments, especially poker!! And also the best sites that support multiple deposits.