Online Slots: Everything You’ve Always Wanted To Know

Punt Casino has thousands of online slots, and they’re incredibly popular with our players.

No matter where in the world our players are, they always gravitate towards our slot offering – something that’s become fairly obvious since we’ve started sharing each week’s most popular games. This is not to say that our tables and specialty games aren’t phenomenal. It’s mostly because we just have so many slots, with such a variety of themes, bonus features, and gameplay, that they stand out from the crowd.

So, if you fancy yourself the ultimate online slots aficionado, take a deep dive into this guide. 

What Is Free Play In Online Slots? 

You’ve definitely heard of online slots that are available to play in Free Play (or demo mode). This is a great opportunity to try out any  game offering without wagering real money. You wager using virtual credits. This gives you a chance to figure out how a particular game works, its payline structure, betting types, and other features.

This is a particularly valuable mode for players that are completely new to the realm of online casinos. 

Can I Win Real Money When Playing Online Slots For Free?

Unforch, no. Free play games purely use virtual credits, which means that your wins are virtual, too. The only way to win real cash is to wager real cash. 

Is There A Trick To Winning Slots?

There isn’t a particular formula that’s going to guarantee a win. Slots are purely games of chance, and they should be played for enjoyment, first and foremost. 

All of Punt Casino’s games make use of a Random Number Generator (RNG). A RNG is an algorithm that generates numbers at random in an unpredictable sequence. This ensures that games are completely random, and cannot be tampered with.  

But, while there is no strategy, there are things that you can do to improve your chances at winning. This includes understanding the importance of slot volatility, RTP percentage, and the value of promotional offers. 

How much money should I bet on slots?

Not sure how much money to bet on your favourite online slots? We’ve outlined it in depth here.

In this blog you’ll find the following tips on how much slot machine money to deposit:

• How much budget you have
• The minimum and maximum bet on your slot(s) of choice
• Whether the progressive jackpot can only be won by placing the max bet
• How long you plan to play for

Are online slots really random?

Yes! All of Punt Casino’s slots make use of Random Number Generators (RNG).

This means that all of our games are completely random in that a computational algorithm determines the outcome of our slots, not a human. This makes slots impervious to being rigged, and wins are not predetermined, but solely based on chance. 

What are paylines?

Paylines, also known as winning lines, are a line of symbols on a slot machine. Each slot contains paylines, and the more paylines a slot features, the more enticing it is. This is because the more paylines a slot contains, the more ways there are to win on that slot (by creating winning combinations).

Find out how many paylines to play in online slots, as well as the different types of payline groupings, here. 

What are Free Spins?

One of the features that makes online slots so popular is free spins. A free spin is essentially a spin on a reel that is awarded to you for free – as in, you don’t have to bet any money to take that spin. This predominantly occurs during a slot’s bonus round. 

You can also get free spins as a casino bonus. Punt often promotes free spins on new games so that you get to try them out with a few spins, on the house!

What are bonus rounds?

Most online slots contain bonus rounds. These are triggered when you line up a number of Scatter symbols on the reels (usually 3 or more). Sometimes you’re even able to buy your way into the bonus!

During these bonus rounds, you could be awarded free spins, expanding wilds, or the chance to multiply your wins. Some slots even have a gamble feature – which gives you the chance to win even more. Some slots also contain a Pick Me feature, where you get to choose between different bonus features.  

What does game variance / volatility mean? 

Slot volatility is an important consideration when it comes to playing online casino games. Slots are categorised as either high volatility or low volatility.

High volatility slots pay out less frequently, however their payouts are higher. Low volatility slots, on the other hand, pay out regularly, but in smaller amounts. 

What does RTP mean? 

It’s no secret that high-RTP slots are super popular at online casinos because they have a tendency of paying out. The higher a slot’s RTP, the more likely you are to get a pretty sweet payout. That’s because games that have a high RTP have the highest win ratio.

The RTP is a percentage that the slot has paid back to its players over time. So, the higher this percentage, the more lucrative the slot’s history. For example, if a slot has an RTP of 98%, $98 is paid out for every $100 wagered on that slot.

Punt Casino is known for featuring a variety of the highest RTP slots, developed by some of the top providers in the industry. You can find out everything you need to know about casino RTP here.

Is there a best time to play slots?

We covered this topic in this blog. Our verdict? Yes, and no.

There is no golden hour when slots are likely to pay out more, but there are definitely perks to playing during holiday seasons, for example. This is because casinos are more likely to offer incredible promotions during these periods. 

Want to know more about casino games in general?

Then make sure to read our fantastic blog that covers the most common casino questions. Or, if you’d like to brush up on your skills, use this guide to become a pro in no time.

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Rebecca Chalmers