Archive for the 'Online Pokies Tips' Category
December 21st, 2007 - Playing Aussie Pokies
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The term “online pokies“, or just “pokies”, originated in and is widely used Australia. Many of the pokie or slot machines you see in a Vegas casino are inspired by Australian slots manufacturers.
Online slots offer the same features as pokies you are familiar with- multi line bets, bonus feature games, gamble features and more.
Here is an overview of the types of online pokie games, or slot machines, you can play at online casinos.
Our online slots guide contains an extensive index of all types of online pokies, with full reviews of each.
Types of Online Pokies
There are various types of online slots with the following features:
- The number of reels
- The number of lines
- Free spins
- Bonus feature / Gamble feature or second screen game
- Progressive jackpots
Multi Line Video Slots Games
Multi line video slots games are similar to video slots or “Australian style” slots that you find in land based casinos. They have wild and exotic themes and graphics, and are often based on famous characters like Superman and Lara Croft in Tomb Raider.
Bonus Feature Slots Games
These are by far the most exciting slots games and they come in many varieties. Bonus feature slots games have a second screen game, which is triggered by landing a certain combination of symbols during normal play. The bonus features games offer you the chance to win extra coins, either through “pick a box” style games, or through some interesting themed games, like spinning a jackpot wheel.
Progressive Slots Games
These are those life potentially life changing jackpots that millions around the world dream of winning. The biggest progressive jackpot won in April 2008 for a massive $5.5 million on the Mega Moolah Slot Game.
The most important thing to remember about playing progressive jackpot slots games is you are more likely to hit the jackpot with a larger bet. So remember to bet the maximum bet line.
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September 28th, 2007 - Tips on Playing Pokies Online
Here are some hints and tips that you should follow when playing pokies both online and at a land based casino, following these tips will increase your chances of winning on a pokie game.
You have a much better chance of winning on an online pokie game compared to a pokies found in your local casino or club. With an average payout percentage of 98% online, these are the highest paying pokies you will find.
Identify a Paying Machine
All pokie machines have a different payout percentage. These can be between 80%-97%. A good example is the popular Queen of the Nile pokie, which has an average payout rate of between 90%-95% and is usually hooked up to some kind of jackpot.
Check out the Pokie Meter
Most of the older pokies have a meter which displays information on how many credits have been won and lost. You can simply work out the winning percentage from these machines. Online pokies don’t offer this feature, however the online casino will usually publish audited payout rates.
Word of Mouth
Keep your ears and eyes open at a casino and in your local community, listen to what people are saying about pokie machines, the ones that have delivered high payouts and those that just suck up your money. The machines you want to avoid are the ones that people claim have not paid out.
Avoid the end machine
Casinos use a strategy to place a low paying pokies machine near the end of a corridor, exit or toilet. Casino’s spend lots of money and time configuring where pokie machines will be placed, therefore they position the low paying machines where people are likely to put in their last few dollars. “Queen of the Nile” pokies are placed in better positions and therefore have higher payout rates.
Don’t play pokies close to casino tables
Casino’s rely on revenue generated from table and don’t want to distract players. Therefore a pokie with a high payout rate will never be placed directly near a table as this might entice a poker player to move away from their table onto a slot machine.
Gamble what you can afford
One of the most important tips is gamble what you can afford. Gambling addiction is a serious problem that effects families, friends and your life. Pokies should be considered entertainment and NOT a money making opportunity. If you believe you can make a career out of online pokies you are wrong, unless you win a huge multi-million jackpot.
