There are tricks to minimize losses and play responsibly to win the biggest wins. Here are 6 tips to succeed at slots.
Set a budget and stick to it.
It is very important before you start playing to decide what amount you are willing to play (bankroll) and not to exceed it. This can be difficult in times when we think “the machine is hot”, so we will give you some tips or tricks to make it easier for you to set a limit.
Stick a post-it note on the computer or machine screen with the amount you are willing to spend so that it is always visible.
If you are going to play physical slots, do not carry any credit or debit cards with you. Only the cash amount you are going to play.
To control your losses on online slots, you can contact the customer service of the casino website you are playing with and ask them to limit your daily, weekly and/or monthly deposits.
Do not play under the influence of any type of stimulant such as alcohol.
Read the instructions and game options
Okay, this may seem very basic or unnecessary. but it’s important. When you play an online slot machine, they usually have bonus stages that open on a different screen when you match 3 bonus symbols in a row.
In these bonus games it is possible to win a lot of money, but for this it is important to know what the game instructions are so that you are prepared. You can also try them out first by playing for free on the sites where this is possible.
In addition to the bonus stages, there are also special bonus symbols that can appear in the game, giving you more options for play and winnings, such as the bonus wild or the scatter symbol.
Don’t be fooled by false tricks and myths.
You hear all sorts of things. From the fact that the temperature of the machines can indicate when they are going to pay out, to legends about the location of the slots in the room and fake tricks about patterns you need to find on the machines to know when the next jackpot will be awarded. Nothing further from the truth. Most of it is superstition and unscientific myths.
We recommend that you read our article 13 False Tricks and Urban Legends about Slots to learn what the most widespread hoaxes about these recreational machines are.
Play with the maximum bet
As we all know, when playing slots, losses are more likely to be greater than wins. This should be taken into account in advance so that you can accept it and not lose (or choose another type of casino game).
However, one trick is to do it with the maximum bet to win more money. The most common is that these cases occur with progressive slots since in them it is necessary to play with the maximum bet to be able to claim the jackpot in case of a win.
However, we advise you to follow this recommendation only if you have a high gaming budget, otherwise you can lose your bet in a matter of seconds. The most responsible thing to do is to start playing with a minimum bet and once you double or triple your profit, invest it by betting more heavily, until you reach the maximum bet, this way you will only be playing the winnings and not the money you have invested directly.
If you win, change the game.
As we have already mentioned in the article 8 Basic tricks to win money in an online casino, if you have won a lot of money on a slot machine, we recommend that you change and try another one, as it is very likely that the one you have already won will not have another big jackpot. Especially if it is a progressive slot, because if you are lucky enough to hit the jackpot, its score will go back to zero and you will not be able to scratch there.
Besides, if the jackpot you’ve won is too big, the best thing to do is to leave the game there and keep your money in your pocket.
Don’t bet what you win.
This trick to win money at slots is important. Whatever you win you have to put aside and not use it to continue your bets because if you don’t you will end up with empty pockets, betting until you break even, it’s that simple!
You can keep the money you won in another pocket or in a special wallet if you are in a casino, bar or gaming hall. and if you play online slots you should keep the bills or if you have the option to put what is the initial money you want to play and then start the game. This way if at the end of the game you have, for example, 50€, that is what you have won and you should NOT invest again.
Another option is to request a refund to your account for the portion that is not going to be reinvested in the game.
And, of course, if you win a progressive jackpot… Stop playing and go out and celebrate!
Learn how to get the most out of slot machines
As we have already said, slot machines are pure games of chance, where personal skills play a low role in determining whether or not you will be a winner. However, if we take into account the tricks mentioned above, we will be able to maximize the winnings and significantly minimize the losses.
And if, in addition, you take the time to learn well how these machines work, that is, what options they have, what additional features they have, whether they have bonuses or not, how the number of reels affects them, etc. it is easier for you to win money with slot machines by playing more responsibly and profitably. With more knowledge.
To do this, we recommend reading How Slots Work: Get the Most Out of Them!
If you need more information, we recommend that you consult this guide to online casinos in Spain, where you will find very complete and reliable information on what to consider when choosing an online casino, the different casino bonuses and tips and tricks for the different types of casino games.