Advantages of Video Slots

Video slots have redefined the online slots landscape over the last few years. When online casino first came into being, most only supported what could best be described as online versions of traditional reel slot machines. As the graphics technology on the common PC advanced, so did online slots. Video Slots first hit our screens around 2000, and since then have captured the imaginations of slots enthusiasts. These games offer some clear benefits when compared to their old cousins, the classic reel slots. There are also some disadvantages.

For the purpose of this article, when referring to video slots we mean slots that have 5 reels and pay lines ranging between 5 and 25. Some video slots provide bonus feature games, and there are a wide variety available these days. Some provide free spins, bonus double up features or a chance to win bonus coins. Video slots are sometimes called "Australian Slots". This is because Australian slots manufacturer, Aristocrat, was the first to introduce these games into land casinos around the world.

Benefits of Video Slots

Because of the increased number of pay lines, video slots obviously offer more winning combinations.

These games also typically offer a much wide range of coin denominations, typically between a penny and $5 (although some allow up to $100). To our knowledge there are no reel slots that can be played with a penny.

Because of the increased number of winning combinations, you also win more often, although most are small wins. People love this as it keeps the action going.

The bonus feature games make video slots even more popular, as they offer additional opportunities of winning even more.

Disadvantages of Video Slots

One disadvantage that is often not spotted by novices is the fact that you wins are typically smaller than with reel slots. You also have to wager more coins to activate all the lines. Many a slots player has been very unhappy because they hit a winning combo on a line that they did not activate. In our view its pointless to play these games unless you always bet the maximum.

Conclusion

Although these games appear to be very different on the surface, the ultimately pay out the same. Video slots simply give you more action along the way, and are generally more pleasing on the eye.

At the end of the day it all comes down to individual preferences

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