How to Get Payout Return Information on a Slot Machine
From the classic one-armed bandits of the early 20th century to the ubiquitous video machines of more modern times, slot machines have greatly changed over the years. The gambler's pursuit of the jackpot has not. These devices usually offer many different payouts, from the highest prize (usually known as the jackpot) to winning combinations that usually just return the amount wagered during the spin. Each slot lists the possible payouts somewhere on the machine.
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Scan the front of the machine. Most of the older slots with mechanical reels list the payouts on the front of the device. The prizes are listed in order from highest to lowest from top to bottom. Often some payouts are listed above the reels while the rest are listed below them.
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Look for a button at the bottom of the screen when playing video slots. These machines usually have a "Help" button you can use to access a menu that includes the machine's payout information.
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Calculate your possible return based on how many coins you wager. Getting three red "7" symbols on a slot might pay 40 credits if you wager a single credit, but would pay 80 credits for two coins and 120 credits with a three-coin wager.
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Factor in "wild" symbols. Many machines offer bonus symbols you can hit to increase your winnings for hitting certain combinations. For example, if you get a "3X" symbol with two red "7s" you would win 120 credits for a one-coin wager instead of 40 credits. Information on how wild symbols work will be included with other payout information on the machine.
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Tips & Warnings
American Casino Guide reports that dollar slots return more money wagered in them than lower denomination slots such as quarter or nickel slots. You have a better chance at winning at the higher denomination machines, if your gambling budget allows you to play them.
