How to Win at Online Slots
One of the key questions anyone new to online slots has is usually how to win at them. While there is no guaranteed way to pass GO and collect a winning payout, there is plenty to learn about the games before you start.
Take a look at some of the key details of slots here, as we explain how they work, the machines you can play and much more.
How Slot Machines Work
Whether you’re taking a chance on slot games online or on a physical machine, both types are powered by random number generators, also known as RNGs. This mechanic makes sure that every outcome is completely random, giving every player a fair chance of winning when spinning the reels.
The RNG can produce thousands of numbers in a second, and these are linked to the symbols that will appear. Hit the ‘Spin’ button to generate a value, which instructs each of the reels individually to stop at a certain point.
Before you spin the reels, check out our list of slot terms to get a better understanding of the lingo.
How Paylines and Payouts Work
Paylines - also known as ‘ways to win’ - are used to review the positions of the symbols at the end of a spin. If there are enough matching symbols on one of these lines, you will be paid out. A wide range of paylines can be active, potentially even hundreds of thousands - they can be vertical, diagonal or horizontal, depending on the type of online slot machine being played.
When there is a winning combination on the reels you will bank a payout. Its value is based on the stake, as well as the symbols that landed, and is worked out at the end of the spin. For example, a combination of Scatter symbols can land huge multipliers in some online slot games. The money is sent to your account instantly unless a bonus round is being played.
How to Pick Slot Games
Advance to hundreds of online slot games at MONOPOLY Casino. Before choosing one to play, read the game information pages to find out about the features - most likely Free Spins bonuses among others - as well as important symbols like Wilds and Scatters. You can also find the Return To Player (RTP) rate, which gives a good guide as to how often the slot will pay out.
After making the move and signing up with us, you’ll be able to jump on board our free online slot games in demo mode to find your favourites. Take the chance to test everything we have on-site, including our latest releases and classic slots, where you can explore how the bonus rounds are unlocked and see the reels in action.
If you need some inspiration before choosing a game to spin, we've put together a list of our top slots! Discover thrilling bonus rounds and plenty of chances to win.
Types of Slot Machines
Rolling into our casino to play slots online for the first time? You’ll find a range of machines to enjoy, with different types to spin the reels on.
These games have come an incredibly long way from the days of the one-armed bandit, with more ways to win than ever before, and a variety of exciting bonus features to trigger - just two reasons to play online slots over real slots.
Here’s a look inside the community chest of UK online slots at MONOPOLY Casino…
Video Slots
All our games are classed as video slots because the action unfolds on a generated set of reels. You also have to hit the ‘Spin’ button to start playing, rather than pulling a lever like in a land-based casino.
Video slots have extra flexibility than traditional machines, which usually have simple designs and a limited number of bonus games. Play online, however, and you’ll discover exciting graphics when spinning the reels, and more innovative gameplay than is possible on those famous fruit machines. This includes Re-spins, Walking Wilds, and Cascading Reels among others.
Multi-Line Slots
Most of the online slots in the UK that are played today are multi-line games. They were invented in the late 1970’s and offered players the chance to spin with more than just one payline. This created more ways to win and more exciting gameplay, paving the way for the games enjoyed in the modern era. For example, you can now chance your arm on Megaways slots, which were invented by Big Time Gaming, and can have up to 117,649 ways to win!
Progressive Jackpot Slots
We have two different sets of progressive jackpot slots to land on at MONOPOLY Casino. The first of those is the Jackpot King range from Blueprint Gaming, which gives players on any of the games from this series an opportunity to score the top prize. Hit five Jackpot King overlay symbols on the reels to enter the bonus round, where you could bank some real money.
Our other progressive jackpot games are produced by Red Tiger and are called the Daily Jackpot machines. Two prizes are guaranteed to be paid out every single day, while there is also a third prize that can be claimed multiple times across the week. Advance to classic bonus features and exciting graphics when you spin the reels.
How Slot Bonuses Work
Slot bonus rounds can be triggered by the result of a spin, and give you more chances to win. For example, most games will award a Free Spins Bonus if at least three symbols appear on the reels at one time - usually Scatters - and you could then bag around 10 free spins.
Any winning combinations that land in the bonus round will be collected, and the total value is credited directly to your account as soon as it’s finished. At this point, the screen will switch back to the base game, where the reels can be spun again.
Slots Bankroll Management
When you make a move and play slots online, it helps to have an idea of bankroll management.
The first thing to do is choose games with bet sizes that suit your budget. If your budget is at the lower end of the scale, a perfect fit for you could be our top-class casino slots including Cleopatra and Gonzo’s Quest, which can be played from just 1p per spin.
If you want some help keeping track of time, check out our free session reminders tool. It’s easy to set up and will send you a notification encouraging a break from the game.
Slot Tips
Before spinning any of our slots, brush up on the rules of the game on both the dedicated information pages and the in-game hub, so you know how everything works. This includes how to trigger the bonus rounds, the value of the symbols and the number of paylines available, plus the minimum and maximum coin sizes.
Responsible Gambling is incredibly important to us at MONOPOLY Casino. We have a range of free tools available at your fingertips, including deposit limits to control what you spend, as well as cool-off periods if you need to take a break for up to six weeks. Our friendly customer service team is on hand 24/7 to provide any assistance with your gameplay and responsible gambling questions.
Slot Machine Myths
If you’ve been around slot machines at any point, whether physical or virtual, the chances are you’ll be aware of some classic myths about the games.
Here are three examples of popular myths that we’re going to bust.
Are online slots rigged?
Whenever you play slots online at MONOPOLY Casino, you can be sure they aren't rigged. The RNGs used within the games mean that every result is random, and the software on our online slots site is regulated by the Gambling Commission in the UK.
Do slots have hot and cold streaks?
A common belief among players is that machines can have hot and cold streaks. If a game was hot, it would pay out more regularly, while if it was cold, the wins wouldn’t seem to be hitting. Of course, that’s completely false - as we’ve just mentioned, every outcome is unpredictable, so there is no way to control winning or losing.
Are jackpots only for high rollers?
Jackpots can be won using any bet size on our collection of progressive jackpot games. Even if you use the minimum stake, there is still the possibility of landing the top award. Players who use bigger wagers have increased odds of winning a jackpot, but anyone can trigger them.
Online Slots FAQs
Got anything to ask before you pass go and play slots online? Check out the answers to a few of our most common questions below before rolling up to the machine.
What is the best strategy to win at slots?
There is no guaranteed guide or strategy on how to win at slots, as the outcome of every spin is completely random. Some players have tried tactics like the ‘Five Spin’ method - the idea is to have five spins on a machine, and if no win is awarded you move on to another game. This plays into the hot and cold myth we’ve already quashed.
What are RTP slots?
The RTP is the average amount players can expect to collect on any online slot machine. If a game has an RTP of 95.57%, an average of £95.57 out of every £100 wagered on it will be paid out. The lower the RTP the more volatile the slot is, which means it is likely to pay out less often but award bigger wins when it does.
Can you predict when a slot machine will pay out?
There is no way of knowing when any slot will pay out. The RNGs used in these games ensure that the result of every spin is completely random, so having a streak of losses doesn’t mean the next spin will be a win, and vice versa.
Is it better to play one slot machine or multiple?
Rolling the dice on more than one slot gives a broader experience of different games, and you can land on a range of bonus features that could lead to big wins. That being said, if you have a favourite game then there’s nothing wrong with staying put and not moving to other properties in our casino. The choice is yours.
Do slots have the best odds?
While there are no specific odds when it comes to playing slots online, the RTP is a good indication of your chances of winning. If you spin games with a higher RTP, it has better odds of paying out more regularly, but it is just an average so don’t take it literally.
How to play online slots for real money?
Advance to MONOPOLY Casino and play over 100 online slots for real money! Every game on our site pays out real cash prizes, so when you take a chance and spin the reels it will be for actual money, with no wagering requirements to withdraw.