Casino Slots
Casino Slots
When you walk into a busy casino, the first thing you hear is the distinctive
'ding-ding-ding' of a winning slot pull. Periodically you will hear the
distinctive, happy 'clang' of tokens dropping into the tray. Look up and you
will see row upon row of brighly lit and colored slot machines, marching off
into the distance.
At one time, slots were regarded by casino operators as devices to keep the
"little woman" occupied while her escort played real games like craps or
blackjack. As time went on, of course, slots became more popular with men and
women. With the increased in popularity came an increase in profitability and
the casinos, quick to notice a good thing, started to install more slot machines
in their gaming rooms. First by the hundreds, and then by the thousands. Today,
slots dominate casino play, vying for space with, and in many cases pushing out,
the table games. Slot machines are now being installed in racetracks and
riverboats. Casinos that are really just 'slot houses' have sprung up all over
North America.
Not only has the number of slots in use increased, but the variety being
manufactured is stunning. The old three reel slot machine has evolved into a
plethora of electro-mechanical and wholly electronic machines. Payouts have
increased from $25 jackpots to thousands and even millions of dollars paid out
on progressive slots. So called themed slot machines based on games like
Monopoly or television shows or entertainers like Elvis have gained prominence
on casino floors. The variety of slots and payout combinations facing the modern
slot player is incredible.
For the occasional or average player, this ebook will help explain some of the
inside story of slots and other electronic games. For those who possess the
dicipline, patience, and desire to play the slots on a higher than recreational
level, the information contained here will be helpful and profitable.
