List of psychological tricks that casinos use.

[Rruchi man]

I found this interesting read that there are  psychological tricks offline casino's use to make visitors spend more money, I have summarized the article and added the link at the end for anyone who wants to read more, Why? cos like I mentioned, it is an interesting read!

So some of these tricks are;
1. Enticing Design - You know casinos spend a whole lot to ensure that their interiors are exquisite and speak luxury, you always want to come back.
2. Lack of Clocks and Natural Light - No clock means you won't be able to know when it's time to go, the more time you spend, the money you spend.
3. Cashless Games - You buy credit for slots or chips, so you also may not be able to keep track of your money.
others according to the article are: Stimulating Lights and Sounds, Memorable Scents, Near-Misses, Familiar Concepts, a Sense of Control.
SEE ARTICLE HERE

Now I understand that Online casinos are not left out and also apply some psychological tricks on us. The aim of these topic is not to say that it is bad as all businesses have their methods to increase profits, but for us to collectively highlight some psychology that online casinos can use. I have identified some as they are similar to those the articles highlighted as it seemed to be mostly focused on offline casinos, they are;
1. Good and user friendly design.
2. Cashless games is definitely among.
3. Stimulating sounds seem to be one. (Please add to the list)

[Stalker22]

Casinos need to earn profits, but it is not necessary to use any methods that harm players. There are several ways to approach this issue, and online casinos can follow the steps made by offline casinos. They can try some of the techniques mentioned above to attract more people, while not harming them as suggested in the article. The major key in all of the above is user experience.

Here are some more common techniques that you'll often find in online casinos:
- They allow people to socialize and interact with other players, thus making the gaming experience more exciting
- They offer a number of bonuses and rewards to players
- They make sure that the games they offer are engaging and entertaining, so players won’t get bored after playing a few rounds
- They allow players to bet with different types of currencies
- They have customer support teams that are available 24/7, so players can get help whenever they need it

At the end of the day, it's all about making sure you keep your players happy. The better they feel while playing at your casino, the more likely they are to keep coming back.

[Jemzx00]

These 3 things that you've mentioned are really common psychological tricks that casinos do. However, I think that the first one which is "Enticing Design" isn't really about a psychological trick at all since all businesses/establishment are somehow has a great interior design however Casinos are more of on the luxurious side as their target are huge paying customers or gamblers.

I think one of psychological tricks that should be also added are bonuses and membership. As these things usually attracts more gamblers to come back and continue gambling for a long time due to the bonuses and rewards that they could get on their membership at a casino.

[jrrsparkles]

Vast range of games so the one who wants to explore new will keep trying so the house gets the benefits from the exploring nature of a human?!... I am not sure about the tricks done by a casino traps us from not leaving them because only we are in control of our decision when it comes to online casino so we can just choose to leave at anytime if we want but the greediness of us keep ourselves to chase something.

[Oshosondy]

1. Good and user friendly design.

This is the reason I am still using one gambling site based in UK, it has very easy design that even newbies can understand, but I do not like the site because it is only accept fiat and not accepting cryptocurrencies at all.

Casinos need to earn profits, but it is not necessary to use any methods that harm players. There are several ways to approach this issue, - They allow people to socialize and interact with other players, thus making the gaming experience more exciting
- They offer a number of bonuses and rewards to players
- They make sure that the games they offer are engaging and entertaining, so players won’t get bored after playing a few rounds
- They allow players to bet with different types of currencies
- They have customer support teams that are available 24/7, so players can get help whenever they need it

You have mentioned many of them, the only one that comes into my mind after all you have mentioned is deposit and withdrawal method, if there are available deposit and withdrawal method for people that have known the gambling site to have good reputation, they will register. That is why I like cryptocurrencies, they offer easier deposit and withdrawal.

[acroman08]

I remember reading long ago that they also use our subconscious minds to their advantage. you might think that they place their games in certain places just for aesthetics or something, but no, their games are strategically placed to lure you into their casino without you actually realizing it. this might be a little off-topic but the funny thing is casinos are not the only one using our subconscious to their advantage, grocery store, supermarket, etc.. uses the same tactic in order to make you stay longer, and spend more money on their store.

[serjent05]

I think there is no greater psychological tricks that casinos can use other than the enticement of huge wins. Greed is among the human nature.  Often times greed takes over when an opportunity present itself.  With the offer of huge winnings, people will flock in to that place.  One great example is the lottery.  It doesn't have any amazing sounds  but people keep on coming and the reason is to have a chance in winning the huge jackpot price.

[Hispo]

I would also add the fact that some casinos also offer perks to their gamblers depending on how much money they put on the table. Casual gamblers can get some appetizers or a free drink, while high-rollers can get VIP access to casino/ hotel rooms, for example.
Either way, those are methods to make people comfortable in the casino and increase the chances they come back in the future.
One of my cousins had some preference for a casino (which was within a hotel) because they offered him free beer as he gambled.

[milewilda]

. (Please add to the list)

When we do talk about physical casinos then i would adding this up to the list.

1. Having beautiful women or dealers or even just to those who do offer drinks or simply those staffs
- It might be simple but it is quietly effective on retaining users or gamblers inside the establishment considering that majority are
males then it would be understandable that we are really that too attracted with these beautiful ladies and stimulate
out that emotion which do result on liking on staying up on the place.

[coolcoinz]

. (Please add to the list)

When we do talk about physical casinos then i would adding this up to the list.

1. Having beautiful women or dealers or even just to those who do offer drinks or simply those staffs
- It might be simple but it is quietly effective on retaining users or gamblers inside the establishment considering that majority are
males then it would be understandable that we are really that too attracted with these beautiful ladies and stimulate
out that emotion which do result on liking on staying up on the place.

I've heard that in some high end casinos they have hostesses who pose as clients and make sure the wealthiest gamblers are having fun.
These girls play for free at tables and are always cheering and nice towards clients.

The lack of clicks and sunlight is a very obvious one. I've never seen a casino with big windows. They're always full of artificial lights but allow no natural light.

[Cling18]

. (Please add to the list)

When we do talk about physical casinos then i would adding this up to the list.

1. Having beautiful women or dealers or even just to those who do offer drinks or simply those staffs
- It might be simple but it is quietly effective on retaining users or gamblers inside the establishment considering that majority are
males then it would be understandable that we are really that too attracted with these beautiful ladies and stimulate
out that emotion which does result on liking on staying up on the place.

This is common in most physical casinos where their customers would feel relaxed and can do everything their want without noticing that they're already spending a long time playing and using a huge amount of money as capital. Their strategy is to entertain their gamblers and make them stay for a longer time so they could bet more than usual. They will make their customers feel valued so they will always come back.

[Welsh]

Not that I'll ever experience this, but if you're gambling a rather large amount, they'll target you for free drinks, and sometimes free accommodation depending on your spending habits. Of course, it's not really free, since they're trying to keep you in the casino a lot longer, and have been monitoring you via CCTV or by just watching you.

I think this is a commonly known thing though, so nothing out of the ordinary. I'm not a particular fan of this method though. Any method really, honestly. Seems unethical to me.

[dothebeats]

Number 2 is true. Since there aren't any windows nor clocks around the casino premises, you'll not be able to tell time unless you really look into your phone or your watch. It's a trick that lures you into playing more and more since you're not aware of the time. Also, if you ask the casino staff around (tried this lots of times), they'd indirectly answer you or tell you some words to describe what time it is and not actually tell the exact time to you.

[AmoreJaz]

Not that I'll ever experience this, but if you're gambling a rather large amount, they'll target you for free drinks, and sometimes free accommodation depending on your spending habits. Of course, it's not really free, since they're trying to keep you in the casino a lot longer, and have been monitoring you via CCTV or by just watching you.

I think this is a commonly known thing though, so nothing out of the ordinary. I'm not a particular fan of this method though. Any method really, honestly. Seems unethical to me.

but that's how casino works unfortunately. they are looking for possible gamblers that will spend their money as much as they can. they know who's new inside their premises and potential targets. whereas, when it comes to online casinos, it is easy to get the list of high rollers because of their history. i believe that's the advantage of online casinos, they can easily get the list of potential high rollers because of the record of these gamblers.

[chaser15]

So some of these tricks are;
1. Enticing Design - You know casinos spend a whole lot to ensure that their interiors are exquisite and speak luxury, you always want to come back.
2. Lack of Clocks and Natural Light - No clock means you won't be able to know when it's time to go, the more time you spend, the money you spend.
3. Cashless Games - You buy credit for slots or chips, so you also may not be able to keep track of your money.
others according to the article are: Stimulating Lights and Sounds, Memorable Scents, Near-Misses, Familiar Concepts, a Sense of Control.
SEE ARTICLE HERE

Tricks? How come those things you have mentioned can be called tricks where in the first place, casinos really need to do those to attract users.

It's not a trick but a necessary feature for casinos to catch the attention of the gamblers.

Obviously, if the casino is new, no one will ever be interested in playing at them if they don't put an effort from basic things to major ones. It's a must that these operators should do brainstorming in an attempt to lure customers to their casino.

[Gozie51]

There are other ideas the online casinos use to attract the customers and I don't know if they have been mentioned already.
Casinos try to use these means to pull customers like promotions, they give gifts and freebies to attract more players and like the promotion, they allow some benefit when on promotion. There is another idea which is using an attractive lady to advertise in their casino, men get attracted with women obviously.

[Baofeng]

Yes, this is some well known tricks that the casinos have been using for many years now.

There are some casino's that I used to play many years ago that the design of their ceiling is clouds, Lol, forget what casino it was, but it is in Vegas. And for the manufacturer of slot machines, of course the design, the graphics, the sounds is all based on psychology.  Another is casino's serving free drinks, and most of the time there are performers and singers on stage so that you will get what you pay for, to be entertain for hours and as long as you play in the casino, you can get this freebies. But you already paid for them every time you losses your money.

[Johnyz]

There are other ideas the online casinos use to attract the customers and I don't know if they have been mentioned already.
Casinos try to use these means to pull customers like promotions, they give gifts and freebies to attract more players and like the promotion, they allow some benefit when on promotion. There is another idea which is using an attractive lady to advertise in their casino, men get attracted with women obviously.

This is part of their advertisements and they really have the money to hire professionals on handling their marketing side, this is the life of casino as well because if they lest unpopular then it will be hard for them to attract gamblers. Some promotions are really attractive since you can have some money even if you gamble small, this is good as long as they remain fair or else if they are not good at all then that marketing side is not worth it.

[darkangel11]

So some of these tricks are;
1. Enticing Design - You know casinos spend a whole lot to ensure that their interiors are exquisite and speak luxury, you always want to come back.
2. Lack of Clocks and Natural Light - No clock means you won't be able to know when it's time to go, the more time you spend, the money you spend.
3. Cashless Games - You buy credit for slots or chips, so you also may not be able to keep track of your money.
others according to the article are: Stimulating Lights and Sounds, Memorable Scents, Near-Misses, Familiar Concepts, a Sense of Control.
SEE ARTICLE HERE

Tricks? How come those things you have mentioned can be called tricks where in the first place, casinos really need to do those to attract users.

It's not a trick but a necessary feature for casinos to catch the attention of the gamblers.

Obviously, if the casino is new, no one will ever be interested in playing at them if they don't put an effort from basic things to major ones. It's a must that these operators should do brainstorming in an attempt to lure customers to their casino.

While appealing design can really be a helpful feature, making people play in the dark to lose track of time is a shady psychological tactic that many clubs use.
It's pretty much what strip clubs are doing when they get clients drunk so they spend more and they charge a lot of money for every drink.
Some people will call these business tactics normal and for some people these will be unethical. You have to decide for yourself.

[goaldigger]

Psychological tricks are very common, they have this department to handle their marketing promotions specifically and they have more funds for this because if the site is rewarding gamblers will always come back.

I also like the idea of having a colorful and bright casinos, it can make you feel like morning always and you are trap on a big machines where everyone is trying to win. Modern casinos today focus on their interior design and psychologically, they know where to put a brighter lights. This can affect and attract more gamblers, this is a good strategy for those casinos.