Slots History The term slot machine was originally used for automatic vending machines as well as for the gambling devices, but in the 20th century the term became restricted to the latter. The first actual slot machines were built by Charles Fay in 1887 in a small machine shop in San Francisco . Many larger gambling supply manufacturers tried to buy the manufacturing and distribution rights, but Fey refused. However, in 1907, Herbert Stephen Mills, a Chicago manufacturer of arcade-like machines, began production of a machine very similar the Fay's Liberty Bell. The Machine Mills produced was called the Operator Bell. By 1910, slot machines could be found in nearly every hamlet in the country. In the mid 1980's the popularity of slot machines and table games were on par with each other, but by the 90's slot machines had taken over and now account for over two-thirds of casino revenue in the US.
Progressive Slots Progressive Slot machines are linked in a bank of machines and some are even located in different casinos. The difference between progressive slots and regular slot machines is the size of the jackpot. In most cases, it is much larger than ordinary jackpots because it is always increasing. The more people playing on the linked machines, the faster the jackpot increases. The only way to win the progressive jackpot is to play maximum coins.
Slots Machines Rules The rules of slot machines consist of inserting coins into the slot and then pulling the lever to set the reels in motion. The object is to line up specific patterns to win money. Depending on the slot machines chosen, you can bet up to three or four coins on each spin. To be eligible for the Progressive Jackpot, you must play the maximum number of coins per spin and be betting with $1 or $5 denominations. You may hit the "bet max" button to play for the maximum amount of coins and the reels will automatically begin to spin. If you prefer, you may deposit one coin at a time and then pull the lever to start the reels spinning. Each game has different payouts which are displayed on slot machines. Winning combinations are displayed in the center of the reels as marked by the pay line.
Slots Rules :
Understanding the rules of the game are always important, no matter what game you are playing. With slots the rules are very simple: Read the payout chart, insert coins, push button, (or pull handle), insert more coins. If the bells ring and lights flash, open up your pocketbook because you are in the money! Enjoy, but never gamble with more money than you can afford to lose.
